I'm a Detroit-based designer and mural artist blending traditional hand-drawn art with digital techniques to create bold, community-focused visuals. I'm excited to collaborate with brands and communities to design murals, branding assets, and editorial visuals that spotlight vibrant Detroit art and culture.…

Jess Fend

I'm a Detroit-based designer and mural artist blending traditional hand-drawn art with digital techniques to create bold, community-focused visuals. I'm excited to collaborate with brands and communities to design murals, branding assets, and editorial visuals that spotlight vibrant Detroit art and culture.…

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I’m a Detroit-based designer and mural artist blending traditional hand-drawn art with digital techniques to create bold, community-focused visuals.
I’m excited to collaborate with brands and communities to design murals, branding assets, and editorial visuals that spotlight vibrant Detroit art and culture.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Design/Branding Mentor at Creasidence Shibuya, Japan
December 2, 2025 - December 30, 2025
Artist in Residence at Tokyo/Kaga Japan
September 4, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Brand Design/Illustrator at PepsiCo
June 8, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Brand Design Intern at PepsiCo Design Headquarters
January 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Participated in a 7-week PepsiCo design masterclass (via Pensole Lewis, Doritos partnership); mentored by PepsiCo design leadership; contributed to branding concepts and promotional visuals.
Muralist/Illustrator at City Walls Detroit
September 1, 2024 - December 9, 2025
Detroit Jazz Festival Designer at Detroit Jazz Festival
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed posters and merchandise for the major outdoor festival; created visual assets and coordinated with festival leadership to support marketing efforts.
NFL Draft City Walls – Public Artist at City Walls Detroit
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Designed and painted public art pieces for the NFL Draft, including a cleats statue; proceeds donated to the Belle Isle Conservancy; supported city-wide media coverage and promotional releases.
Muralist / Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Self-Employed, Detroit, MI
January 1, 2017 - Present
Created large-scale murals and branding assets for Detroit-area clients; developed social media content and marketing visuals to promote art collaborations; engaged with community organizations to activate public spaces. Built a growing portfolio of public art commissions and collaborative projects with local businesses and nonprofits.

Education

High School Diploma at L'Anse Creuse High School
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026
Illustration and Entertainment Arts Program at College for Creative Studies
November 30, 0002 - May 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Harrison Township High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
High School Diploma at L'Anse Creuse High School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration at College for Creative Studies, Detroit, MI
January 1, 2024 - June 13, 2026

Qualifications

Top 20 Entrepreneur of Impact
January 1, 2024 - December 29, 2025
Vans Shoe Design Winner
January 1, 2023 - December 29, 2025
Metro Arts Television Artist of the Month
July 1, 2024 - December 29, 2025
Detroit City Arts Spotlight
May 1, 2024 - December 29, 2025
CLP Certification, Association of Black Foundation Executives
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Retail

Skills

Experience Level