I am a result-oriented Art Director and Designer with over 10 years of experience creating innovative design solutions. As a high-performing leader, I excel in collaborative environments managing large-scale projects, quality assurance, and sustainability. I’m skilled in branding, layouts, displays, color theory, and CPG packaging, with a passion for driving growth through process and system improvements. In my career, I've designed thousands of artworks and displays, worked with notable lifestyle and apparel brands, and partnered with major retailers domestically and internationally. I enjoy mentoring teams, piloting organizational growth strategies, and fostering creativity and collaboration within dynamic work settings such as remote and hybrid models.

Julie Pollak

I am a result-oriented Art Director and Designer with over 10 years of experience creating innovative design solutions. As a high-performing leader, I excel in collaborative environments managing large-scale projects, quality assurance, and sustainability. I’m skilled in branding, layouts, displays, color theory, and CPG packaging, with a passion for driving growth through process and system improvements. In my career, I've designed thousands of artworks and displays, worked with notable lifestyle and apparel brands, and partnered with major retailers domestically and internationally. I enjoy mentoring teams, piloting organizational growth strategies, and fostering creativity and collaboration within dynamic work settings such as remote and hybrid models.

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I am a result-oriented Art Director and Designer with over 10 years of experience creating innovative design solutions. As a high-performing leader, I excel in collaborative environments managing large-scale projects, quality assurance, and sustainability. I’m skilled in branding, layouts, displays, color theory, and CPG packaging, with a passion for driving growth through process and system improvements.

In my career, I’ve designed thousands of artworks and displays, worked with notable lifestyle and apparel brands, and partnered with major retailers domestically and internationally. I enjoy mentoring teams, piloting organizational growth strategies, and fostering creativity and collaboration within dynamic work settings such as remote and hybrid models.

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Work Experience

Art Director at Julie Pollak Design
June 30, 2024 - Present
Collaborate on editorial layouts and illustrations for a monthly digital publication focused on intentional living and creative empowerment. I contribute design concepts and visual storytelling aligned with the brand’s mission and aesthetic.
Senior Graphic Designer / Art Director at USAL Legwear
July 1, 2024 - August 27, 2025
Provided creative direction and mentorship to junior designers, ensuring impactful design solutions aligned with brand goals. Led cross-functional collaboration between production and packaging development teams both remotely and in-office. Piloted the creation of over 600 packaging and display artworks for multiple domestic and international brands, while maintaining visual consistency and adherence to retail and legal standards. Instituted sustainable packaging initiatives reducing material waste by 15%, created comprehensive employee training programs adopted enterprise-wide, and facilitated onboarding and mentoring to boost productivity. Coordinated product photoshoots in partnership with executive leadership and absorbed additional responsibilities during staff vacancies to maintain operations.
Associate Graphic Designer at USAL Legwear
January 1, 2021 - August 27, 2025
Completed over 1,000 packaging and display artworks and created original dielines for multiple brands. Facilitated artwork submission for brand approvals and engagement in weekly status meetings with senior leadership. Designed presentation books and prototypes leading to increased business opportunities. Maintained brand style guides increasing asset accessibility. Supported packaging supplier reviews with high technical accuracy. Created technical guides improving factory packaging accuracy. Ensured visual consistency in product imagery aligned with brand standards.
Assistant Graphic Designer at USAL Legwear
December 31, 2014 - August 26, 2025
Supported senior designers with artwork and display updates for multiple brands. Conducted market research and visual trend analysis for design projects. Coordinated artwork files for internal and brand approval processes, assisted with mockups for meetings, and maintained organization of print and digital design assets. Pursued continuing education to improve industry knowledge and skills.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts: Communication Design at Syracuse University
January 11, 2030 - August 27, 2025

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization