Hello! I’m Heather Jarosz, a versatile graphic designer and art director with over 20 years of agency experience. I thrive in collaborative environments, helping brands elevate their identity across print, digital, and experiential media. I enjoy solving complex design problems with thoughtful typography, branding, and color systems. In my freelance work, I partner with diverse clients to bring concepts to life and deliver polished, impactful creative solutions. When I’m not at the computer, you can find me in the ceramic studio, photographing mid-century aesthetics, or exploring new maker spaces. I’m passionate about learning, sharing knowledge, and bringing a friendly, team-centered approach to every project.

Heather Jarosz

Hello! I’m Heather Jarosz, a versatile graphic designer and art director with over 20 years of agency experience. I thrive in collaborative environments, helping brands elevate their identity across print, digital, and experiential media. I enjoy solving complex design problems with thoughtful typography, branding, and color systems. In my freelance work, I partner with diverse clients to bring concepts to life and deliver polished, impactful creative solutions. When I’m not at the computer, you can find me in the ceramic studio, photographing mid-century aesthetics, or exploring new maker spaces. I’m passionate about learning, sharing knowledge, and bringing a friendly, team-centered approach to every project.

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Hello! I’m Heather Jarosz, a versatile graphic designer and art director with over 20 years of agency experience. I thrive in collaborative environments, helping brands elevate their identity across print, digital, and experiential media. I enjoy solving complex design problems with thoughtful typography, branding, and color systems. In my freelance work, I partner with diverse clients to bring concepts to life and deliver polished, impactful creative solutions.

When I’m not at the computer, you can find me in the ceramic studio, photographing mid-century aesthetics, or exploring new maker spaces. I’m passionate about learning, sharing knowledge, and bringing a friendly, team-centered approach to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer/Art Director at Heather Jarosz (Freelance)
February 1, 2001 - Present
Freelance graphic designer and art director with a diverse clientele including Envalior, DSM, H2 Audio, Bee Well Meadery, Slows BBQ, Saga Communications, BASF, WCCCD, McGraw-Hill, American Media Inc., Michigan Pulmonary Disease Center Inc., and Lubin Shultz & Skocelas-Architecture & Interior Design.
Ceramic Artist at Heddybomb Ceramics
June 1, 2019 - Present
Creating ceramic art pieces as part of a makerspace environment.
Makerspace Assistant at Makerspace at The Hawk
July 30, 2024 - December 15, 2024
Part-time role assisting in makerspace operations and activities.
Art Director / Senior Designer at Envalior (formerly DSM)
May 31, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Freelance art director and senior designer working on brand and design projects.
Art Director at Commonwealth
July 29, 2022 - September 29, 2022
Contracted art director supporting creative projects.
Art Director at Epsilon
March 9, 2020 - July 15, 2020
Directed art and design projects during contract period.
Senior Designer at MXM
August 30, 2019 - September 15, 2019
Contract role for senior design tasks.
Senior Designer at Shinola
June 29, 2019 - July 15, 2019
Contracted senior designer contributing to design projects.
Art Director at MRM Detroit
November 29, 2013 - November 15, 2017
Led creative direction for advertising projects over four years.
Senior Designer at Art Van
November 30, 2013 - July 16, 2025
Contracted senior designer in retail advertising.
Senior Art Director- GM CRM at C-E
September 29, 2011 - July 15, 2012
Led senior art direction for General Motors CRM related projects.
Graphic Designer/Art Director at Heather Jarosz (Freelance)
February 1, 2001 - Present
Freelance graphic design and art direction services for a diverse clientele spanning industries such as audio, media, architecture, education, healthcare, and hospitality. Responsibilities include brand development, print, digital, online advertising, concept to production, with a focus on typography, color, and creative problem-solving.
Ceramic Artist at Heddybomb Ceramics
June 1, 2019 - Present
Creation and artistic development of ceramic works at a personal and commercial level.
Makerspace Assistant at Makerspace at The Hawk
December 31, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Part-time role assisting operations and member support within a makerspace environment.
Art Director / Senior Designer at Envalior (formerly DSM)
May 31, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Directed and designed creative projects freelance for various campaigns and client needs.
Art Director at Commonwealth
August 31, 2022 - July 16, 2025
Contract art director responsible for creative visual communications.
Art Director at Epsilon
July 31, 2020 - July 16, 2025
Art direction duties for marketing and advertising projects.
Senior Designer at MXM
August 31, 2019 - July 16, 2025
Contract senior designer focusing on creative visual solutions.
Senior Designer at Shinola
June 30, 2019 - July 16, 2025
Contract senior designer contributing to brand and product visual development.
Art Director at MRM Detroit
November 30, 2017 - July 16, 2025
Provided art direction for agency projects across multiple clients over a four-year period.
Senior Designer at Art Van
July 24, 2013 - November 10, 2025
Contract senior designer responsible for brand related creative work.

Education

BFA at College For Creative Studies
August 1, 1992 - December 31, 1994
BFA in Graphic Design at College For Creative Studies, Detroit, MI
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
at Henry Ford Community College, Dearborn, MI
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Other, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Software & Internet