Kristen
Protheroe

I studied 3D animation and modeling at the University of Wisconsin- Stout where I graduated with a degree in Entertainment Design with a concentration in Animation and a minor in Art History. During that time, I freelanced as a graphic designer for various clients and events where I primarily focused on poster and t-shirt designs. 

After graduating from UW Stout, I started up a small candle studio called Hey Hello Candle Co. and act as the lead candle designer where I design 3D candle molds for production and create graphics for packaging and social media posts. I’m proud to say my company gained great recognition for my unique and great smelling candles and wonderful customer service in such a short time since opening. 

My most recent role was as the Media and Marketing Specialist for Brio Studios, a premier children’s creative arts studio in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Here I contributed to its top-rated status while working in a community I started my own creative journey in so many years ago.

During my creative career, my work has been featured in Milwaukee’s Shepard Express, Girl Scouts of America, the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and BuzzFeed.

To see more about my experience, see my resume, and get to know me better, check out my About page.