Craig Kotfas
(Art Director / Graphic Designer / Singer-Songwriter / Photographer / Comedic Improvisor / Actor)
 

It's with a sunny disposition that I focus on bringing as much positivity to the world through various forms of creative avenues. It's my comfort zone. I knew at any early age, that design would be my contribution to those around me. As a youngster I would make tape/cd covers by hand, and as I grew I cherished my role in team settings as the one who provides the visual elements. Soon enough, I received a BFA in Communication Design from Texas State, and planted my roots in the Texas Hill Country. As an adult I have had many design roles - in a big corporation, at a mom & pop studio, a boutique agency, a mid-size advertising agency, and most recently a full size branding agency on the west coast (remotely).

My childhood love for music packaging, lead me to learning the guitar, which became another passion, leading to the release of two full-length albums, both available on iTunes, Spotify and other musical streaming services.

When not designing on screen, or being vulnerable being a guitar, I can be found on stage performing with the award-winning group, the Knuckleball Now, who recently celebrated 20 years together. My performances can also be found on screen, whether a couple features films, an episode of Friday Night Lights, or various commercials for tv and web.

​

My wife, Shamayne, and I have been together for beyond two decades. In that time I saw her three teenagers become wonderful adults and have children of their own. I cherish my time with our children and our three grandchildren.

​

I am a huge Chicago Cubs fan, and enjoy spending time in my backyard, watering my plants and landscaping.

​​

I am very grateful for what my family instills in me and what my friends bring out of me. Let's llift each other up, and choose to recharge others, not drain.  

+ck