I'm Russell Pierce, a seasoned Art Director + Graphic Designer with extensive experience delivering branding, packaging, advertising, and interactive design for clients like Swatch, Converse, MTV, International Paper, and New York Magazine. I thrive on adapting quickly to a brand's aesthetic, following guidelines to a T, and turning ideas into print-ready assets and digital experiences. Beyond client work, I pursue fine art and illustration and have exhibited my work in Laguna Beach and beyond. I also experiment with AI-assisted workflows to speed production, and I bring strong pre-press and print production know-how, along with a deep proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite and collaborating closely with print vendors to ensure top-quality results across print and digital channels.

Russell Pierce

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I'm Russell Pierce, a seasoned Art Director + Graphic Designer with extensive experience delivering branding, packaging, advertising, and interactive design for clients like Swatch, Converse, MTV, International Paper, and New York Magazine. I thrive on adapting quickly to a brand's aesthetic, following guidelines to a T, and turning ideas into print-ready assets and digital experiences. Beyond client work, I pursue fine art and illustration and have exhibited my work in Laguna Beach and beyond. I also experiment with AI-assisted workflows to speed production, and I bring strong pre-press and print production know-how, along with a deep proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite and collaborating closely with print vendors to ensure top-quality results across print and digital channels.

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I’m Russell Pierce, a seasoned Art Director + Graphic Designer with extensive experience delivering branding, packaging, advertising, and interactive design for clients like Swatch, Converse, MTV, International Paper, and New York Magazine. I thrive on adapting quickly to a brand’s aesthetic, following guidelines to a T, and turning ideas into print-ready assets and digital experiences.

Beyond client work, I pursue fine art and illustration and have exhibited my work in Laguna Beach and beyond. I also experiment with AI-assisted workflows to speed production, and I bring strong pre-press and print production know-how, along with a deep proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite and collaborating closely with print vendors to ensure top-quality results across print and digital channels.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

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Education

Bachelor of Arts at School of Visual Arts
July 23, 2024
I did check BFA but I like to be completely honest about this. I had completed all my design, illustration and photography credits by end of my Junior year. Being a few credits short in Humanities and broke, living in NYC I decided to quit school and start freelancing. Within a year I started a design studio that worked for top brands such as International Paper, Swatch, Converse and MTV among others.
at School of Visual Arts, NYC
January 11, 2030 - November 29, 2025
at New York Institute of Technology, NYC
January 11, 2030 - November 29, 2025

Qualifications

Expert in the Adobe Creative Suite, extensive knowledge of file prep for both print and digital
July 24, 2024
I have extensive experience in pre-press and printing. I can color correct, retouch and compose images to greatly enhance them.
Clio Award - Interactive
January 11, 2030 - November 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Education, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Gaming, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods