I am a senior graphic designer with expertise working on national marketing and merchandising campaigns. I enjoy creating style guides and cheat sheets aligned with brand standards to streamline operations and boost customer satisfaction. I am an innovative leader with strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills, working with design cohorts, department managers, clients, and vendors, meeting strict deadlines while staying within budget.…

Chirag Shah

I am a senior graphic designer with expertise working on national marketing and merchandising campaigns. I enjoy creating style guides and cheat sheets aligned with brand standards to streamline operations and boost customer satisfaction. I am an innovative leader with strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills, working with design cohorts, department managers, clients, and vendors, meeting strict deadlines while staying within budget.…

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I am a senior graphic designer with expertise working on national marketing and merchandising campaigns. I enjoy creating style guides and cheat sheets aligned with brand standards to streamline operations and boost customer satisfaction.

I am an innovative leader with strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills, working with design cohorts, department managers, clients, and vendors, meeting strict deadlines while staying within budget.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Reynolds Consumer Products
March 10, 2025 - Present
Working in Visual Branding creating packaging for Reynolds and Hefty brand products while managing workflow in Dragonfly. Work with Packaging Engineers to establish die-lines for cartons and displays. Managed multiple projects using Dragonfly software and ensured the jobs are released in a timely manner. Collaborated with various business units on upcoming projects.
Senior Graphic Designer at Walgreens
June 1, 2017 - December 31, 2024
Designed web banners, email graphics, and social media ads for Walgreens Advertising Group. Created promotional signage and environmental graphics for stores, displaying exceptional communication skills with team members to ensure correct installation. Increased team productivity by developing cheat sheets for key signage with specific font sizes to ensure brand consistency and timely deliverables. Created a popular 30+ page style guide for suppliers aligned with Walgreens brand standards, linking Photoshop templates for easy access and use. Conducted virtual store walkthroughs with ShopperMX 3D to gain stakeholder buy-in.
Creative Manager at Office Depot
January 1, 2011 - January 31, 2017
Supported sales efforts by hiring, managing, and mentoring five designers and one production employee, creating dynamic quarterly seasonal campaigns and other visuals. Collaborated across departments to coordinate production and meet strict budget requirements. Set up and directed photo shoots for various campaigns. Conceptualized and created headphone in-line sign kit design, resulting in winning the In-House Agency Forum (IHAF) Award. Utilized leadership skills to oversee the team, focusing on continuous improvement and fostering talent to ensure employee advancement.
Senior Graphic Designer at Office Depot
August 1, 2009 - January 31, 2011
Created impactful designs for print collateral, liaising with cross-functional teams and adhering to brand standards. Coordinated production and managed budgets effectively with cross-functional departments.
Graphic Designer at Thermos LLC
August 1, 2001 - May 31, 2007
Designed Home World magazine print ad, leading to senior leadership approval for more marketing assets. Conceptualized and produced lunch kits, matching bottles, and product packaging for retailers such as Target and Walmart, using alternative materials to reduce costs and increase profit margins. Created fresh design strategies for licensed brands like Spider-Man, Batman, Star Wars, and Disney.
Junior Graphic Designer at Claire’s Accessories
July 31, 2000 - June 29, 2001
Designed a new logo for the brand that has been in use for approximately 25 years.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg, IL
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2000
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Visual Communications & Graphic Design at Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg, IL
August 1, 1996 - June 1, 2000
Studies Visual Communication/Graphic Design

Qualifications

In-House Agency Forum (IHAF) Award
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
In-House Agency Forum (IHAF) Award
January 1, 2015 - April 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Other