Shelby Bass

Shelby Bass is a freelance art director and designer based in Brooklyn, New York. She has a diverse background that includes experience in various creative roles and a strong educational foundation in art direction and branding.

Professional Experience

• Freelance Art Director: Currently working as a freelancer, Shelby has collaborated with notable clients including Spotify, Harry's, and Back Market through her role at Gus.biz since March 2022.
• Senior Art Director at VMLY&R: From November 2021 to March 2022, she worked in Chicago, focusing on major brands.
• Art Director at DDB: Prior to her freelance work, she held the position of Art Director at DDB from July 2020 to November 2021, where she contributed to campaigns for brands like Coors Light and Neutrogena.

Education

• Master's Degree in Business – Branding & Art Direction: Shelby graduated from VCU Brandcenter with a perfect 4.0 GPA in 2020.
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art: She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, graduating summa cum laude.

Skills and Achievements

Shelby is not only an accomplished art director but also engages in various creative pursuits. Her notable achievements include:

• Creating a card game that garnered interest from Hasbro.
• Winning a karaoke contest, showcasing her personality beyond professional accolades.
• Serving on the advisory board for We Are Next, an initiative aimed at empowering diverse talent in advertising.

Personal Interests

In addition to her professional work, Shelby identifies as a "science geek" and enjoys fine arts. She is also known for her enthusiasm for social change through creativity.

With over 1,000 followers on LinkedIn and extensive connections within the industry, Shelby Bass is recognized as a rising talent in the creative field.123