I’m Tesh Silver, a multidisciplinary graphic design specialist and digital illustrator based in Chicago, with 15+ years of experience creating emotionally engaging, detail-rich visuals for branding, digital design, and print. I’m especially drawn to visual storytelling, transforming complex information into clear, accessible graphics and illustrations that help people connect with a message. I’ve led and supported projects from concept through execution under tight timelines, including identity and storytelling work for learning modules, accessible publication design, and rebranding consulting with community-focused organizations. My background blends strong typographic and illustration skills with a human-centered approach. Whether I’m designing infographics, wayfinding visuals, or style guides that teams can confidently use.…

Tesh Silver

I’m Tesh Silver, a multidisciplinary graphic design specialist and digital illustrator based in Chicago, with 15+ years of experience creating emotionally engaging, detail-rich visuals for branding, digital design, and print. I’m especially drawn to visual storytelling, transforming complex information into clear, accessible graphics and illustrations that help people connect with a message. I’ve led and supported projects from concept through execution under tight timelines, including identity and storytelling work for learning modules, accessible publication design, and rebranding consulting with community-focused organizations. My background blends strong typographic and illustration skills with a human-centered approach. Whether I’m designing infographics, wayfinding visuals, or style guides that teams can confidently use.…

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I’m Tesh Silver, a multidisciplinary graphic design specialist and digital illustrator based in Chicago, with 15+ years of experience creating emotionally engaging, detail-rich visuals for branding, digital design, and print. I’m especially drawn to visual storytelling, transforming complex information into clear, accessible graphics and illustrations that help people connect with a message.

I’ve led and supported projects from concept through execution under tight timelines, including identity and storytelling work for learning modules, accessible publication design, and rebranding consulting with community-focused organizations. My background blends strong typographic and illustration skills with a human-centered approach. Whether I’m designing infographics, wayfinding visuals, or style guides that teams can confidently use.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Communication Lead at Family Values @ Work, Milwaukee, WI
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Spearheaded identity and storytelling for five caregiving learning modules. Created digital illustrations and graphics to make learning modules more engaging. Designed visualization for data to improve understanding, and structured student worksheets aligned with the learning modules to support retention.
Digital Equity Publication Designer at Chicago Park District, Chicago, IL
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Illustrated character designs for explanatory sections and typeset body text for improved legibility aligned with accessibility standards. Built wayfinding and infographics to support better navigation, and produced Spanish and accessible PDF versions of publications.
Identity Rebrand Consultant at AIDS Foundation Chicago, Chicago, IL
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Collaborated with a team to rebrand the organization’s logo and core identity. Conducted brand analysis and focus groups to better reflect company culture. Facilitated a presentation to the board and team members highlighting the rebrand, and developed a brand and style guide for internal and affiliate use.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Kendall College of Art & Design
August 30, 1999 - May 1, 2004
Major in Visual Communications, Minor in Illustration
BFA Visual Communications at Kendall College of Art & Design of Ferris State University
January 1, 2004 - September 1, 2026

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Education, Government, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Other
    "Seeds & Harvests" Learning Module Design

    Spearheaded identity and storytelling for five caregiving learning modules and created digital illustrations and graphics for the modules to make them more engaging. Infused infographics, making data much easier to understand. I devised worksheets for students for the learning modules to help them retain information.

    You can find the project here: https://www.twine.net/signin