With over 20 years of experience in the publishing and entertainment industries, Rick DeMonico is a seasoned art director known for his creativity and imagination. He is currently the Senior Art Director at Albert Whitman & Company, where he oversees the design and production of a diverse range of children’s books. Prior to this role, Rick spent 13 years at Scholastic, where he designed numerous New York Times bestselling books.
Rick has also designed books and publications with top names in the industry, including Abrams, Disney, Life Magazine, Little Brown, and Simon & Schuster. Additionally, he has consulted and designed for major brands such as Jim Henson Productions, Nickelodeon, Pepsi, Sesame Street, and Tommy Hilfiger.
A graduate of the School of Visual Arts with a BFA in Graphic Design, Rick is also an active SCBWI speaker and illustrator portfolio reviewer, dedicated to mentoring the next generation of creative professionals.