Kendrick Kidd: The Life & Times of the Graphic Artist

Jul 15, 2024

Kendrick Kidd, an illustrator, designer, and creative director at Shepard Agency. Kendrick shares his journey from growing up in Merritt Island, Florida, with early artistic influences, to studying graphic design at the University of North Florida. He delves into his early career at a newspaper, his transition to advertising, and his two-decade tenure at Shepard. They discuss Kendrick's creative processes, balancing work and family, and the benefits and challenges of freelancing. Additionally, Kendrick offers insights into mentorship, handling creative ruts, and the potential impact of Ai on the creative industry.

• 00:59 Meet Kendrick Kidd: Early Life and Inspirations 
• 06:45 Discovering Graphic Design
• 09:50 College Years and First Job
• 16:06 Transition to Advertising
• 18:08 Joining Shepard Agency
• 19:18 Balancing Full-Time Work and Freelance
• 22:56 The Influence of Jim Phillips on Graphic Design
• 24:15 Early Beginnings in Illustration and Graphic Design
• 27:01 Developing a Unique Creative Process
• 38:26 Balancing Work and Family Life
• 41:16 Reflections and Future Aspirations

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Host: Mike Rosado

@ekimodasor & @mrcraleigh
Post-Production: Max Trujillo
@trujillomedia
Sponsors: MRC & Burny Wild’s
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