The Truth About Design Careers No One Will Tell You: Kyra Wells' Radical Approach to Creative Confidence

We chat with Kyra Wells, a graphic designer and advocate for creative community and mentorship. She reflects on her path from a young artist to her role at American Greetings and leadership at AIGA Cleveland. Kyra explores the role of playfulness in design, supporting emerging creatives, and her course, You Are Not an Imposter, which helps designers gain confidence in their careers.   Episode Highlights   Kyra's journey reflects the value of mentorship. She started her own business during the pandemic. Injecting fun into work is a core value at American Greetings. Kyra emphasizes the importance of community in design. Sustainability in design is a growing focus for AIGA Cleveland. The course 'You Are Not an Imposter' addresses common struggles Balancing personal projects with professional responsibilities is essential.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Kyra Wells and Her Creative Journey 05:12 Kyra's Early Inspirations and Path to Graphic Design 12:23 Navigating the Job Market and Building a Career 18:34 The Importance of Community and Mentorship 23:03 Finding Creative Voice Through Client Work 26:33 Creating Fun and Engaging Content at American Greetings 29:11 AIGA Cleveland: Building Community and Opportunities 32:21 Inspiration from Local Designers and Educators 34:10 Creating the Course: You Are Not an Imposter CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Kyra's website: https://kyrajwells.com/ Connect with Kyra on Instagram: @kyrajwells   Support the Show Website: Martine SeverinFollow on Instagram: Martine | This Is How We CreateSubscribe to the Newsletter: Martine's Substack This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin and edited by Santiago Cardona. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts Leave a review Follow us on social media Share with fellow creatives