With over 10 years of experience as a graphic designer and art director, I specialize in creating innovative and visually impactful designs across various mediums. I bring a keen eye for detail and a passion for crafting unique brand identities, campaigns, and experiences that engage and inspire audiences.
My love for design began when I took my first graphic design class as a sophomore in high school. Since then, I have continued to seek knowledge and experience as I perfect my craft. I stay inspired by observing the world around me. There's a good chance you’ll spot me taking it all in from a good bench.
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I currently am an Art Director on the in-house creative team at Fortune Brands Innovations and lead a team of eight outstanding designers who execute on the creative for many of our brands including Moen, House of Rohl, Therma-Tru, Fiberon, Fypon and Larson. See what the team has been up to www.creativex-agency.com
If you have any questions or want to connect, you can contact me at mel.benden@gmail.com
I am currently open to freelance work. If you’d like to discuss possible collaborations or partnerships, please contact me at melacosta.design@gmail.com
Notable Brands I have worked on:
Moen | House of Rohl | Sherwin-Williams | DuraSeal | Loctite | OSI | Ferguson | Therma-Tru | Larson | Fiberon
Awards:
IHAF Awards 2024 Honorable Mention in Sales Collateral B2B:
2023 Moen Literature
IHAF Awards 2024 Honorable Mention in Sales Collateral: B2C
House of Rohl Stories, Vol. 2
Best Large Booth at KBIS 2024:
House of Rohl
IHAF Awards 2023 Silver Winner in Publications Category:
Moen Quick Reference Guide
IHAF Awards 2023 Honorable Mention in B2C Print Ad Category:
Moen Ads for The Mart
GDUSA 2019 American Package Design Award:
The Home, Garden + Industrial Category for Ferguson Loyalty Mailer
Silver Addy 2019:
Direct Mail 3-D/Mixed for Ferguson Loyalty Mailer
Silver Addy 2019:
Online/Interactive Branded Content & Entertainment for OSI Toughest