About Me
I’m Blaine Kirkland, a Memphis-based Creative Director and Brand Manager with a focus in advertising, graphic design, video editing, and web development. Originally from the Mississippi Delta, I discovered my passion for design in high school, creating just for fun — a hobby that quickly evolved into a lifelong pursuit of creativity and visual storytelling.
I’ve had the opportunity to work with some of Memphis’ leading agencies, including Red Deluxe Brand Development and Morris Marketing Group, developing creative campaigns for clients such as the Memphis Grizzlies, Greater Memphis Chamber, Bass Pro Shops, Boyle Investment Group, and Baptist Memorial Hospital.
Today, I serve as the Creative and Brand Manager at Memphis Tourism, the official destination marketing organization for Memphis, Tennessee. In this role, I help shape and share the city’s story — crafting visuals and campaigns that celebrate Memphis’ culture, creativity, and unmistakable soul.
“I am pleased to write this letter of recommendation for Blaine Kirkland, who worked at Red Deluxe for two years as an Art Director. During his time with us, Blaine took on a wide range of design and communication challenges across multiple high-profile accounts. His work included social media campaigns and collateral for organizations such as Foundation Fighting Blindness, the Greater Memphis Chamber, and the Memphis Grizzlies, to name just a few.
Throughout his tenure, Blaine consistently approached his work with dedication, professionalism, and a positive attitude. He was eager to contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented environment and demonstrated reliability in meeting deadlines. Blaine’s creative skills, combined with his strong work ethic, made him a valuable member of our team.
I would highly recommend Blaine to any future employer. He would be an asset to any organization looking for thoughtful design, collaborative spirit, and dependable execution.”
– Martin Wilford, Principal, Red Deluxe Brand Development
What I Do
BRAND IDENTITY
WEB / APP / PLATFORM
VIDEO PRODUCTION
MARKETING
Logo Design
Identity Buildout
Naming Ideation
Creative Direction
Social Design
Concept to Design
Full-Stack Development
UI / UX Design
Deployment & Infrastructure
Product Ideation
Marketing Videos
Television Commercials
Documentaries
Product Demos
2D Animation
Management
Social Media Management
Partnerships
B2B / B2C Client Relations
SEO Activation