Vincent Skyers | Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Vincent Skyers

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Alumni
’23
, MA

Degree
Areas of Study
Creative Leadership
Current Career
Creative Director for Smile Direct Club

Vincent is currently a Creative Director for Smile Direct Club, where he has worked the past 5 years. With over two decades in the creative industry, Vincent has consistently delivered results for national and international brands across multichannel marketing, consumer products, digital experiences, and B2B publications. Vincent's diverse creative background encompasses roles in off-Broadway shows, an education at LaGuardia High School, and even co-founding a live Hip-Hop band during his undergraduate studies. His true professional growth became evident after establishing Umbrasolutions.com, where he delved into visual communication design and web development while maintaining a client-centric approach.

Vincent has further enhanced his approach to generative bridge-building by completing a Master of Arts in Creative Leadership from MCAD as an inaugural cohort member. Outside his professional and educational endeavors, Vincent contributes to community engagement as the Communications Strategy Director for The Knights of Prince Hall Youth Mentorship program, a 501(c)(3) organization focusing on mentoring and supporting young individuals. Vincent is a published illustrator, musician, and photographer.