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Hi, I'm Sam, a Chicago-based Visual & Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience. I am passionate about problem solving, storytelling, and pixel pushing, constantly striving to create designs that resonate and communicate effectively. I enjoy working collaboratively, bringing ideas to life across digital and print platforms, and enhancing brand identities. Whether it's through motion graphics, photography, or digital campaigns, I love crafting meaningful visual experiences.…Hi, I'm Sam, a Chicago-based Visual & Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience. I am passionate about problem solving, storytelling, and pixel pushing, constantly striving to create designs that resonate and communicate effectively. I enjoy working collaboratively, bringing ideas to life across digital and print platforms, and enhancing brand identities. Whether it's through motion graphics, photography, or digital campaigns, I love crafting meaningful visual experiences.

Sam Stucky

Graphic Designer, Art Director, Visual Effects Artist, +2

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Hi, I'm Sam, a Chicago-based Visual & Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience. I am passionate about problem solving, storytelling, and pixel pushing, constantly striving to create designs that resonate and communicate effectively. I enjoy working collaboratively, bringing ideas to life across digital and print platforms, and enhancing brand identities. Whether it's through motion graphics, photography, or digital campaigns, I love crafting meaningful visual experiences.…Hi, I'm Sam, a Chicago-based Visual & Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience. I am passionate about problem solving, storytelling, and pixel pushing, constantly striving to create designs that resonate and communicate effectively. I enjoy working collaboratively, bringing ideas to life across digital and print platforms, and enhancing brand identities. Whether it's through motion graphics, photography, or digital campaigns, I love crafting meaningful visual experiences.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Sam, a Chicago-based Visual & Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience. I am passionate about problem solving, storytelling, and pixel pushing, constantly striving to create designs that resonate and communicate effectively.

I enjoy working collaboratively, bringing ideas to life across digital and print platforms, and enhancing brand identities. Whether it’s through motion graphics, photography, or digital campaigns, I love crafting meaningful visual experiences.

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Work Experience

Digital Designer - Contract at Ulta Beauty

February 28, 2025 - July 25, 2025

Conceptualized and edited over 60 videos for social media and in-store use. Developed digital content including ads, GIFs, and animations for brand launches, collaborations, and major marketing moments. Created Figma templates to enhance processes for the UBMedia team, ensuring cohesive creation and communication.

Senior Global Digital Designer - Brand & Baseball at Wilson Sporting Goods

September 30, 2023 - July 25, 2025

Art directed over 30 product and campaign photoshoots. Conducted an extensive website audit across Wilson’s brands and devised targeted action plans for updates. Led company-wide Figma implementation by onboarding over 100 users and optimizing workflows. Collaborated with e-commerce team to establish cohesive design systems across multiple brands. Crafted over 100 engaging email campaigns targeting diverse brand audiences.

Freelance Designer at Wilson Sporting Goods

April 30, 2018 - July 25, 2025

Translated campaigns across hundreds of sizes for e-commerce, social media, email, e-tailers, POP, and print. Developed and refreshed product packaging designs enhancing visual appeal and brand consistency.

Designer at Gertrude, Inc.

May 31, 2016 - July 25, 2025

Designed logos, branding, packaging, and promotional materials for multiple Diageo brands and Around the Bend Beer Co. Conceptualized branded architectures and activations creating cohesive brand experiences.

Global Digital & Graphic Designer - Baseball at Wilson Sporting Goods

May 31, 2021 - July 25, 2025

Transformed creative concepts into dynamic digital campaigns integrating marketing, social media, and e-commerce. Designed engaging microsites and landing pages enhancing product launch visibility. Led bi-weekly team meetings to connect digital creatives and share ideas. Completed four years of successful campaigns for Wilson’s Glove Bonanza achieving record-breaking sales.

Freelance Designer at Various Agencies & Clients

August 1, 2014 - Present

Created editorial style guides, promotional materials, billboards, decks, and print marketing assets for a variety of clients including Boeing Home & Away, Reside Living, JF McKinney & Associates, and Finch Beer Co.