Be SMART 
Secure Gun Storage
Art Direction / Design @ Bellweather Agency
www.besmartforkids.org

        Kip was the art director and designer on a national campaign for Everytown for Gun Safety, focused on reimagining how conversations about kids’ well-being and gun ownership happen. The project included a full creative refresh of Be SMART—an initiative promoting honest, judgment-free dialogue about secure firearm storage. The creative goal was to make the message feel approachable, trustworthy, and easy to share. Kip developed a cohesive design system that works across digital, print, and social, anchored by storytelling that meets people where they are.


        He led the visual direction across brand identity, campaign materials, and a comprehensive website redesign. Beyond art direction and design, Kip collaborated closely with team members on content development, copywriting, and digital design (UI). He also oversaw the creation of production-ready assets, as well as video and photography production.


The refreshed campaign encourages safer habits through direct, nonjudgmental communication, paired with thoughtful design.

AWARDS: Hermes Creative Award, Gold WinnerIntegrated Marketing Campaign 2023 Creative Communication Award, WinnerIntegrated Campaign 2023 Web Awards Outstanding Website 2023