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sierramelysse@gmail.com
470.923.7566
http://sierramelysse.com/
Graphic Designer and Art Director with agency experience creating concept-driven campaigns across print, digital, social, video, and out-of-home media. Experienced in brand systems, visual storytelling, and high-volume creative production. Recognized for award-winning work, strong attention to detail, and the ability to translate ideas into impactful, culturally relevant design.
Majority
Designer & Art Director
May 2024 - present
- Collaborate on visual concept development and design execution across digital, print, social, TVC, and OOH
- Work closely with creative teams to maintain visual direction and brand consistency across campaigns
- Translate creative concepts into layouts, mockups, and final production-ready assets
- Support art direction on award-winning NBA G League campaigns recognized with two Silver ADDY Awards
- Develop culturally relevant creative aligned with brand strategy, audience insights, and campaign objectives
- Create presentation decks and visual storytelling assets for internal reviews and new
business pitches
- Execute and refine creative using Adobe Creative Cloud and AI-assisted tools in fast-paced agency environments
McCann New York
Designer, New Business
October 2023 – February 2024
- Designed creative assets and presentation decks for new business pitches and agency initiatives
- Developed branding mockups and visual systems to support concept development
McCann New York
Designer, Verizon
October 2022 – October 2023
- Designed digital advertising, video, print, OOH advertising, and retail signage for Verizon
- Maintained and evolved brand guidelines across multiple platforms and initiatives
McCann New York
Junior Designer, Verizon
August 2021 – October 2022
- Supported campaign design across digital, print, social, and OOH formats
- Built a strong foundation in visual storytelling, time management, and deadline-driven production
McCann New York
Design Intern, New Business
June 2021 – August 2021
- Assisted with creative development, pitch decks, and presentation visuals
- Supported designers and art directors on fast-turn new business projects
Master's Degree in Communications Design
North Carolina A&T State University
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design
OOH Development // Ideation // Teamwork // Adaptability // Problem Solving // Time Management
- Marcio Moreira Multicultural Fellowship - 2020
- Silver - Regional/National Television Commercial Campaign, NBA G League, “Himothy.”
American Advertising Awards, Atlanta- 2025
- Silver - Branded Content & Entertainment for Television, NBA G League, “Himothy.”
American Advertising Awards, Atlanta - 2025
Ebay
Ulta
Microsoft
Delsym
Sonic
Frontier Communications
NBA G League
Abbott
Shea Moisture
Abbott Health
Fanta
Sprite
Swedish Fish
SIERRA ME’LYSSE WHEELER
Graphic Designer & Art Directorsierramelysse@gmail.com
470.923.7566
http://sierramelysse.com/
Graphic Designer and Art Director with agency experience creating concept-driven campaigns across print, digital, social, video, and out-of-home media. Experienced in brand systems, visual storytelling, and high-volume creative production. Recognized for award-winning work, strong attention to detail, and the ability to translate ideas into impactful, culturally relevant design.
EXPERIENCE
Majority
Designer & Art Director
May 2024 - present
- Collaborate on visual concept development and design execution across digital, print, social, TVC, and OOH
- Work closely with creative teams to maintain visual direction and brand consistency across campaigns
- Translate creative concepts into layouts, mockups, and final production-ready assets
- Support art direction on award-winning NBA G League campaigns recognized with two Silver ADDY Awards
- Develop culturally relevant creative aligned with brand strategy, audience insights, and campaign objectives
- Create presentation decks and visual storytelling assets for internal reviews and new
business pitches
- Execute and refine creative using Adobe Creative Cloud and AI-assisted tools in fast-paced agency environments
McCann New York
Designer, New Business
October 2023 – February 2024
- Designed creative assets and presentation decks for new business pitches and agency initiatives
- Developed branding mockups and visual systems to support concept development
McCann New York
Designer, Verizon
October 2022 – October 2023
- Designed digital advertising, video, print, OOH advertising, and retail signage for Verizon
- Maintained and evolved brand guidelines across multiple platforms and initiatives
McCann New York
Junior Designer, Verizon
August 2021 – October 2022
- Supported campaign design across digital, print, social, and OOH formats
- Built a strong foundation in visual storytelling, time management, and deadline-driven production
McCann New York
Design Intern, New Business
June 2021 – August 2021
- Assisted with creative development, pitch decks, and presentation visuals
- Supported designers and art directors on fast-turn new business projects
EDUCATION
Pratt InstituteMaster's Degree in Communications Design
North Carolina A&T State University
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design
TOOLS
Illustrator // Photoshop // InDesign // After Effects // Google Suite // MidJourneySKILLS
Art Direction // Logo Design // Typography // Brand Identity // Design Guidelines Development //OOH Development // Ideation // Teamwork // Adaptability // Problem Solving // Time Management
AWARDS
- Marcio Moreira Multicultural Fellowship - 2020
- Silver - Regional/National Television Commercial Campaign, NBA G League, “Himothy.”
American Advertising Awards, Atlanta- 2025
- Silver - Branded Content & Entertainment for Television, NBA G League, “Himothy.”
American Advertising Awards, Atlanta - 2025
CLIENT LIST
VerizonEbay
Ulta
Microsoft
Delsym
Sonic
Frontier Communications
NBA G League
Abbott
Shea Moisture
Abbott Health
Fanta
Sprite
Swedish Fish