Erin Rice Smith

Multidisciplinary Designer

Hi! I’m Erin, an industrial and graphic designer who loves creating products and experiences that spark joy, inspire play and connect with people. Since earning BFAs in Industrial and Graphic Design from the University of Notre Dame in 2017, I’ve worked across industries — from concept art and theme park design at Walt Disney Imagineering to award-winning toy design at Radio Flyer — bringing ideas from sketch to shelf.

I’ve also built expertise in branding, illustration, packaging, photography and painting, blending creativity with research-driven function. My style is playful, colorful and story-driven, shaped by a curiosity for how design makes everyday life more meaningful.

Originally from Chicago, I now live in Raleigh with my family and collaborate with brands that value design balancing imagination and impact.