I’m Gia Rush, a Senior Graphic Designer and Digital Advertising Creative focused on brand identity and performance-driven campaigns. I founded Imaj Design Studio to help consumer, wellness, and emerging brands build cohesive visual systems and scalable packaging across web and social. I lead cross-functional teams across strategy, design, and development to translate complex ideas into punchy, customer-facing visuals. I’m energized by building enduring brands and delivering measurable growth through integrated campaigns.…

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I’m Gia Rush, a Senior Graphic Designer and Digital Advertising Creative focused on brand identity and performance-driven campaigns. I founded Imaj Design Studio to help consumer, wellness, and emerging brands build cohesive visual systems and scalable packaging across web and social. I lead cross-functional teams across strategy, design, and development to translate complex ideas into punchy, customer-facing visuals. I’m energized by building enduring brands and delivering measurable growth through integrated campaigns.…

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I’m Gia Rush, a Senior Graphic Designer and Digital Advertising Creative focused on brand identity and performance-driven campaigns. I founded Imaj Design Studio to help consumer, wellness, and emerging brands build cohesive visual systems and scalable packaging across web and social.

I lead cross-functional teams across strategy, design, and development to translate complex ideas into punchy, customer-facing visuals. I’m energized by building enduring brands and delivering measurable growth through integrated campaigns.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at Imaj Design Studio, LLC
January 1, 2021 - Present
Increased brand awareness by 30% through a brand strategy and identity redesign. Managed a team of 3 designers and 2 web developers, delivering a $12,000 brand revitalization. Achieved a 42% revenue increase in the first year through effective marketing and outreach. Supported over 160 companies by developing brand strategies and crafting curated identities and content.
Creative Director at Stella-Marie Management
January 1, 2020 - Present
Crafted impactful content for over 30 clients across various industries. Developed and executed strategic social media plans, resulting in increased digital footprint and goal achievement. Collaborated with designers, writers, and social media managers to consistently deliver quality, compliant content.
Director of Strategic Initiatives at Art Of Giving Foundation
February 28, 2019 - February 27, 2021
Served as Creative Director, and Social Media & Marketing Strategist. Event and Experiential planning and vendor liaison. Art curator and director.
Founder & Creative Director at Imaj Design Studio
January 1, 2021 - Present
Founded and scaled strategic brand studios serving 160+ companies across wellness, regulated and emerging industries, and ecommerce. Led brand identity development, packaging, ecommerce website design, and multi-channel marketing campaigns; created assets for paid ads, email campaigns, landing pages, and retail collateral; collaborated with founders and marketing teams to translate complex ideas into compelling consumer-facing creative; managed cross-functional teams with design, development, and marketing.
Creative Director at Stella Marie Management
January 1, 2020 - Present
Directed 200+ integrated marketing campaigns across web, social, email, and digital advertising; designed scalable visuals systems to support fast-growth consumer brands; led cross-functional teams across brand strategy, design, and digital production; created packaging and product launch assets; delivered high-impact creative across startup and high-growth brand environments; led cohesive visual language across digital and print touchpoints; driven revenue growth and brand equity.
Creative Lead at Set+ Setting Social
July 1, 2023 - Present
Led creative direction across multi-platform marketing campaigns, including social media, email marketing, and digital advertising. Developed cohesive visual systems, ensuring brand consistency across digital and print touchpoints. Designed high-impact visual assets, including campaign graphics, presentations, and brand storytelling materials. Partnered with founders and marketing teams to translate complex ideas into compelling consumer-facing creative. Managed cross-functional collaboration across design, marketing, and content teams.
Lead Creative Director at Imaj Design Studio
July 1, 2023 - Present
Led creative direction across multi-platform marketing campaigns, including social media, email marketing, and digital advertising. Developed cohesive visuals and high-impact creative assets for startup and high-growth brand environments. Drove cross-functional collaboration with design, development, and marketing teams to achieve revenue growth.

Education

BFA Fine Arts at Columbia College Chicago
January 11, 2030 - January 4, 2026
BFA in Fine Arts at Columbia College Chicago
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
BFA in Fine Arts at Columbia College Chicago
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026
at Columbia College Chicago
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Life Sciences, Consumer Goods, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Other, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet
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