Currently maintaining a small freelance practice.
I’m a graphic designer and art director based in Brooklyn, NY. I have extensive experience building branded web experiences as well as developing physical product. I also have a love for intuitive design and experimentation.
My designs have been exhibited across the world, recognized by the Society of Typographic Arts (Chicago), and featured at the Chicago Architecural Biennial. I studied at Depaul University in Chicago, IL.
My work is medium agnostic, and informed by authentic collaborations between brand owners and product development teams. I strive to create contemplative and beautifuly simple moments.
CAPABILITIES & SKILLS
Brand Identity & Strategy
Art Direction
Creative Production
Web Design & Development
Photography & Retouching
Naming
Experiential Design & Wayfinding
Custom Typography
Packaging Design
Illustration
3D Modeling & Rendering
AR/VR Experience Prototyping
RECENT HIGHLIGHTS
2022, Designed & Developed a New Website for a Friend’s Mozzarella Shop
2022, Launched & Designed a Guerrilla Newspaper at Practice
2021, Rebranded ITAV an Exciting Charter School Newtwork in Chicago
2021, A Massive Site & Lots of Design Consultation for BTS.com (Sadly, Not the Bangtan Boys)
2021, Designed a Massive Multisite & Helped Refresh the Identity & Strategy for a Leader in Education
2021, Redesigned Website and Custom Illustrations for Learn Charter School
PAST CLIENTS
Amazon
Mario Tricocci
Whirlpool
Static Nails
FWD.us
Lyft
Tyler Lambert
Chicago Tribune
Rit Dye
& More
FEATURES, EXHIBITIONS, AWARDS
2021, Indigo Design Awards, Gold
2020, STA100 Award, Kiwi Arts Group
2020, The Brand Identity Feature, Kiwi Arts Group
2020, Fonts in Use Contribution, Kiwi Arts Group
2020, Morrre Design Feature, Kiwi Arts Group
2018, Chicago Architectural Biennial Exhibition, Chicago, IL
2018, DePaul Captsone Exhibition, Chicago, IL
2017, Cosmo Beauty Innovator Award, Static
CONTACT
hemza.hajyousif@gmail.com
instagram.com/hemsza