Award-Winning Art Director Katrina Lenzly on Design, Black Culture & Music

In this episode of The Art School Graduate Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Katrina Lenzly — a multi-talented art director, speaker, and neo-soul hip-hop artist also known as King Cooley. From leading creative work for top brands like HBO, Coca-Cola, and the NBA to using her platform to champion Black identity and push for real change in design, Katrina breaks down what it really means to be a culture-driven creative.We talk about finding your voice, thriving in the design world as a Black woman, and how music, art, and purpose all intersect in her work. Whether you’re a designer, musician, or creative spirit — this episode is packed with insight, honesty, and inspiration.