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Hi, I’m Jill Shapiro, an Art Director and Graphic Designer with extensive experience helping brands come to life through thoughtful, design-led storytelling. I’ve directed and designed diverse projects—from logos and branding to print and digital advertising—always with a focus on consistency and clear communication.
I collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to develop publications, direct mail, invitations, packaging, and website graphics, delivering high-quality output on time and within budget. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, I apply branding principles, color theory, typography, and proofreading to every project.
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Language
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Work Experience
Art Director and Graphic Designer at Jill Shapiro Graphic Design
January 1, 2010 - June 19, 2024Directed and designed diverse projects including Advertising (Print + Digital), Brochures, Business Cards and Business Collateral, ensuring brand consistency and high-quality output. Collaborated with clients and cross-functional teams to develop custom publications, digital graphics, direct mail, flyers, folders, invitations, labels, letterhead, logo design, newsletters, outdoor signage, packaging design, postcards, posters, rack cards, sales sheets, spot illustrations, stationery, website banners, website design, white papers, and wine labels. Consistently delivered projects on time and within budget, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
Graphic Designer at LIFT Marketing
June 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009Collaborated with professional printers to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of print projects, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships. Developed and executed a variety of print and web projects for high-profile clients, including One World Observatory and USA Rugby, ensuring brand consistency and high-quality output. Reviewed proofs and provided feedback to maintain quality standards.
Art Director at CPS Direct, Inc.
May 1, 2005 - May 31, 2008Developed and designed print and direct mail pieces including brochures, booklets, collateral, dimensional packages, invitations, letter packages, and postcards, ensuring brand consistency and high-quality output. Collaborated with account teams and production staff to facilitate timely execution of materials. Specified paper to meet aesthetic, weight, and budget concerns, overseeing press checks to ensure quality and integrity of printed pieces for clients including Dell, Great-West, Hyperion, Reed Business Information, Skyjet, and Wellspring House.
Freelance Artist at The Creative Group
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004Print production work including catalogue layout for J. Jill, a women’s apparel catalog.
Art Director and Graphic Designer at Jill Shapiro Graphic Design
January 1, 2005 - PresentDirected and designed diverse projects including Logo Design, Advertising (Print + Digital), Brochures, Business Cards and Business Collateral, all while ensuring brand consistency and high-quality output. Collaborated with clients and cross-functional teams to develop custom publications, digital graphics, direct mail, flyers, folders, invitations, labels, letterhead, logo design, newsletters, outdoor signage, packaging design, postcards, posters, rack cards, sales sheets, spot illustrations, stationery, website banners, website design, and white papers. Consistently delivered projects on time and within budget, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
Graphic Designer at LIFT Marketing
July 1, 2016 - July 30, 2025Collaborated with professional printers to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of print projects, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships. Developed and executed a variety of print and web projects for high-profile clients, including One World Observatory and USA Rugby, ensuring brand consistency and high-quality output. Reviewed proofs and provided feedback to maintain quality standards.
Art Director at CPS Direct, Inc.
October 1, 2003 - July 30, 2025Developed and designed print and direct mail pieces including brochures, booklets, collateral, dimensional packages, invitations, letter packages, and postcards, ensuring brand consistency and high-quality output. Collaborated with account teams and production staff to facilitate timely execution of materials. Specified paper to meet aesthetic, weight, and budget concerns, overseeing press checks to ensure quality and integrity of printed pieces for clients including Dell, Great-West, Hyperion, Reed Business Information, Skyjet, and Wellspring House.
Freelance Artist at The Creative Group
December 31, 1999 - July 30, 2025Print production work including catalogue layout for J. Jill, a women’s apparel catalog.
Education
Certificate, Graphic Design at School of the Museum of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025M.A., Art History, Certificate in Museum Studies at Tufts University
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025B.A., English, Minor in Art History, Cum Laude at Brandeis University
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025Certificate, Graphic Design at School of the Museum of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025M.A., Art History, Certificate in Museum Studies at Tufts University
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025B.A., English, Minor in Art History, Cum Laude at Brandeis University
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025Certificate in Graphic Design at School of the Museum of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025Master of Arts in Art History, Certificate in Museum Studies at Tufts University
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025Bachelor of Arts in English, Cum Laude (Minor in Art History) at Brandeis University
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025Certificate, Graphic Design at School of the Museum of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025M.A., Art History, Certificate in Museum Studies at Tufts University
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025B.A., English, Minor in Art History, Cum Laude at Brandeis University
January 11, 2030 - November 9, 2025Certificate, Graphic Design at School of the Museum of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025M.A., Art History; Certificate in Museum Studies at Tufts University
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025B.A., English; Minor in Art History, Cum Laude at Brandeis University
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025Certificate, Graphic Design at School of the Museum of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - November 18, 2025M.A., Art History, Certificate in Museum Studies at Tufts University
January 11, 2030 - November 18, 2025B.A., English, Minor in Art History, Cum Laude at Brandeis University
January 11, 2030 - November 18, 2025Qualifications
Certificate in Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025Master of Arts in Art History, Certificate in Museum Studies
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025Bachelor of Arts in English, Cum Laude (Minor in Art History)
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025Certificate, Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - November 18, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Retail, Other
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