Professional Bio

Ruthie Kohrman is a dynamic creative professional whose passion for architecture, interiors, and design shines through her work. Trained in photography, she began her career as a commercial photographer enthralled by elegant spaces and thoughtful design​. Over time, Ruthie transitioned into art direction and set design, applying her keen visual sensibility to editorial lifestyle projects. Today she combines these strengths as an accomplished photo editor, visual curator, and creative director for luxury lifestyle and ethical brands.

Her portfolio bridges the worlds of luxury publishing, architecture, and wellness. She crafts rich, inclusive visual stories for design publications and brand campaigns alike, championing cruelty-free, sustainable aesthetics. Clients praise her imagery for capturing the “elegance and craftsmanship” of design. A quick-witted collaborator who loves a creative challenge​, Ruthie brings sophistication and warmth to every project. Her work has appeared on Good Morning America and in House & Home Magazine​, reflecting her impact on design and lifestyle media. With each collaboration, she infuses maximalist creativity and thoughtful style to elevate brand narratives.

Resume: Luxury Publishing, Architecture & Interior Design

Ruthie Kohrman – Art Director & Commercial Photographer
Open to Remote and Relocation | Based remotely with relocation flexibility to Los Angeles, Miami, or coastal creative markets. ▪ (484) 794-6344 ▪ ruthiekohrman.com

SUMMARY: Creative art director and photographer specializing in luxury publishing, architecture, and interior design. Skilled in visual storytelling, brand identity, and editorial curation. Adept at collaborating with design and editorial teams to produce polished, narrative-driven content. Passionate about producing inclusive imagery and high-end aesthetic content for print and digital media.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Photo Editor & Art Director, Curator Magazine – Lead art direction and image curation for a luxury interior design publication. Collaborate with editors and stylists to create visually rich, narrative-driven editorial spreads. Manage photo shoots and select imagery that align with the magazine’s high-end aesthetic and inclusive brand voice.

  • Freelance Commercial Photographer & Creative Director – Directed and photographed architecture and interiors projects for luxury clients. Developed brand concepts and executed set designs for lifestyle and advertising campaigns. Produced visual content for editorial features; imagery praised for capturing the “elegance and craftsmanship” of design​. Work featured on Good Morning America and in House & Home Magazine​.

  • Architectural Photography Collaborations – Partnered with firms like Kirby Kelly Interiors and other high-end designers to produce photography showcasing design detail and functionality. Emphasized composition and lighting to bring interiors to life and meet publication standards.

EDUCATION:

  • Brigham Young University – Studies in Photography

SKILLS:
Architectural & interior photography; Art direction & set design; Luxury brand identity; Editorial layout (Adobe InDesign, Photoshop); Visual storytelling; Creative project management; Inclusive, narrative-driven content.

SELECT CLIENTS & FEATURES: Good Morning America, House & Home Magazine​, Kirby Kelly Studios​, Devour Utah Magazine, Rejuvenation, Wayfair, Utah Style & Design, ABC4 Utah, etc.

Resume: Art Direction & Brand Experience (Skincare, Wellness, Lifestyle)

Ruthie Kohrman – Creative Director & Brand Experience Leader
Open to Remote and Relocation | Based remotely with relocation flexibility to Los Angeles, Miami, or coastal creative markets. ▪ (484) 794-6344 ▪ ruthiekohrman.com

SUMMARY: Versatile creative leader specializing in brand experience, content strategy, and art direction for wellness and luxury lifestyle brands. Expert in building compelling visual identities for ethical and cruelty-free beauty and home brands. Proven ability to translate client vision into engaging photo and video content that drives brand awareness and customer engagement.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Brand Experience Director (Freelance Consultant) – Craft visual and content strategies that align with brand values and market trends. Direct photoshoots and digital campaigns, ensuring consistency across web, social media, and print. Leverage knowledge of the booming cruelty-free beauty market (valued at $14.8B in 2023​ - voguebusiness.com) to create authentic, mission-driven imagery.

  • Photo Editor & Art Director, Curator Magazine (20XX–Present) – (See above for details; responsibilities emphasized luxury lifestyle editorial and inclusive design.)

  • Creative Director – Product & Editorial Campaigns (20XX–20XX) – Led creative direction for wellness and luxury lifestyle brands. Coordinated interdisciplinary teams of copywriters, designers, and photographers. Produced content (blogs, videos, lookbooks) that elevated brand narratives. Collaborated with marketing and product teams to ensure all visual content supported sustainability and cruelty-free messaging.

EDUCATION:

  • Brigham Young University – Studies in Photography

SKILLS:
Brand storytelling & content strategy; Art direction (print & digital); Visual content creation (photography, video); Ethical beauty & wellness marketing; Art editing & multimedia curation; Adobe Creative Suite; Project & team leadership; Social media and digital branding.

SELECT ACHIEVEMENTS: Spearheaded visual campaigns for cruelty-free skincare brands, boosting online engagement and brand visibility. Photo editor for a global luxury interiors publication, supervising content that reached a worldwide audience. Featured collaborator in wellness publications and brand marketing materials.

Suggested Job Titles

  • Brand Experience Director: Oversees the creation of immersive brand narratives and customer experiences. With Ruthie’s blend of art direction and storytelling expertise, she can lead end-to-end brand strategy for lifestyle companies.

  • Visual Content Strategist: Develops and manages multi-channel visual content plans. Ruthie’s background in editorial and branded content suits a role designing cohesive campaigns across digital and print.

  • Creative Director (Luxury Lifestyle): Leads creative vision for high-end brands or magazines. This role would leverage her experience in luxury publishing, interior aesthetics, and photography.

  • Editorial Art Director: Manages visual design and layout for publications or media brands. Ruthie’s skills in curating images and collaborating on editorial projects fit a leadership role in a design or interiors magazine.

  • Visual Storytelling Manager: Crafts narrative-driven marketing content. Ruthie could guide photo and video production teams at a wellness or lifestyle brand, using her knack for inclusive, compelling imagery.

  • Brand & Partnerships Lead (Wellness/Lifestyle): Aligns brand initiatives with ethical values and collaborations. In this emerging role, Ruthie could combine her creative skills with relationship-building for wellness and cruelty-free companies.

  • Curator of Visual Media: A modern title for someone who selects and shapes visual content in a digital platform. Ruthie’s experience as a visuals editor and image curator makes her a natural fit for curating branded or publication media libraries.