Graphic Designer, Illustrator & Accomplished DIYer!

Hi, I’m Michele!

I am a Graphic Designer and Illustrator in the greater Philadelphia area. For the past 6 years I have been a full time, in house, graphic designer on the marketing teams of specialty grocers. I have been a freelancer graphic designer and illustrator for over ten years and love any opportunity to be creative.

In my most recent position I was the remote senior graphic designer for an 80+ year old specialty grocer in Philadelphia and was there for over 5 years. I directed a junior designer and previously I had been the sole graphic designer there. I was responsible for creating, and art directing print and digital content to support 6 Retail Stores, Catering, E-Commerce, and Wholesale. Daily projects included retail signage, event signage, emails, web content, advertisements, mailers, catalogs, and packaging design. I was able to grow as a designer and have my hands in every project which was extremely impactful. Unfortunately I was unable to move with the company when they were bought out and moved states. Before my recent position I was the Graphic Store Artist for Whole Foods Market where I opened and worked in a new store, followed corporate direction for store sign production while adhering to brand standards and store individuality. Illustrated chalks, designed vinyls, worked closely with 9 department leaders and the marketing team.

I currently freelance for a few clients in the Philadelphia area producing logos, menus, brochures, web graphics, hand painted signs, catalogs, consulting, and anything day to day. While I freelanced at the beginning of my career, I worked in the retail industry as a Visual Merchandiser for stores such as J. Crew, Forever 21, Bon Ton, and Bath & Body Works. I thank my early years or merchandising for quick on your feet visual problem solving and skillful multitasking. Most importantly I took away the skill of looking at stores and products through a consumer's eyes and how they shop.

I have a BFA in Illustration with a concentration in Graphic Design from Marywood University. I am skilled in Adobe Creative Suites, Google Suites, Microsoft Suites, and strong practice in traditional art mediums. I am eager to chat more about my qualifications and skills. We can even chat about plants, tiny dogs, antiques, and the many diy crafts that I must master if you are looking to really learn more about me!