Keith Medley
Professor of Practice
School of Industrial and Graphic Design
Bachelor of Industrial Design, Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design Studies, Master of Industrial Design
Keith Medley is Master Luthier and Product Development Manager for Gibson Guitars. He was named a Professor of Practice in 2020. He began working with Professor Rich Britnell in 2018 on Frethaus, a guitar design studio and senior thesis program. Headquartered in Nashville, Medley travels to Auburn frequently to work with students and provides musical performances at Frethaus showcases. He designs and builds unique Instruments and shares his music via recordings, live performances and education.
He is also a music contributor for video games, documentaries, short films and social media.