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Kat Irannejad
Director of TOTALLY REPS, visual artist advocate
Kat Irannejad is an experienced professional in the field of art and illustration representation. While she previously worked as an agent at Debut Art, her career has since evolved significantly.2
Current Role and Agency
Kat is currently the Director of TOTALLY REPS, a visual artist representation agency based in Brooklyn, New York.2 She founded this agency to represent and advocate for a diverse roster of artists while cultivating long-lasting client relationships.1
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Kat has held several notable positions:
- Director at TOTALLY REPS (current role)
- Co-Founder and Executive Illustration Agent at SNYDER (9 years 7 months)
- Illustration Agent at Debut Art (1 year 2 months)
- Photo and Illustrations Editor at New York Observer (1 year 1 month)
Education and Background
Kat has a strong educational background in fine arts:
- BFA in Painting from Boston University's College of Fine Arts (attended on scholarship)
- MFA in Painting and MS in Art History from Pratt Institute
She is a first-generation American raised in Bethesda, MD, by Iranian parents.2
Industry Involvement
Kat is actively involved in the art and illustration industry:
- Served on the D&AD Illustration Jury (2023 and upcoming 2024)
- D&AD Jury President for Illustration (2021)
- Participated in industry podcasts, including the On Design Podcast and Goodtype's The Typecast
- Created a Masterclass on portfolio crafting with Inkygoodness
Expertise
Kat's expertise includes:
- Artist representation and advocacy
- Portfolio curation and development
- Nurturing relationships between artists and clients
- Understanding the dynamics of the creative industry
- Balancing emerging talents with established artists
Her background in painting and art history provides her with valuable insights into the creative process, which she applies to her work as an agent and agency director.12
