Shaliyah Jones
Graphic Designer and Illustrator
Born:
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Currently Located:
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Date of Birth:
January 11th, 2000
Zodiac Sign:
Capricorn
Email:
WHO I AM
Hello! My name is Shaliyah Jones, and I am a Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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I've been fascinated by what I could do with paper and a pencil for as long as I can remember. I bring insight, strategy, imagination, and gut instinct to my creative process. I believe having a great purpose for your idea leads to great results, and I prefer design that feels human, bold, unique and has personality. As a young black woman, I believe design is an effective tool for developing one's personality and identity. I try to incorporate these elements into everything I create.
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Graphic design is an exciting, creative, and professional field where I can apply my passion for art. As someone who likes to push myself, I see design as a discipline that never rests, and as a designer, I'll be constantly honing my skills. I'm always interested in learning about new trends, tools, technologies, and sources of inspiration. This is why I'm determined to become a professional in this field. It has become a meaningful part of my life. It gave me a fresh perspective, encouraging me to get out there and explore new things. The most successful designers are interested in more than just design. Lifelong learners are the most successful designers.
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When I'm not working on my latest graphic design project, I might be doodling, listening to music, sewing, or having fun with my Cricut machine.
WORK EXPEIRENCE: A TIMELINE
Oklahoma Historical Society
October 2023 -
Inktank Studio
August 2021 - December 2023
Hairscripts, LLC.
June 2021 - August 2021
Currently working for the Oklahoma History Center as a graphic designer. Producing a wide range of media and projects, using a variety of digital tools to visualize and create original graphic designs for each task. Projects include flyers, posters, directional signage, and social media graphics for the OHS, as well as various historical sites across the state.
Worked as a junior graphic designer at the UCO School of Design. Collaborated on a wide range of projects and media, using various software programs to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs for each assignment. Clients include local businesses in the Oklahoma City metro, such as Factory Obscura, Painted Sky Opera OKC, and related firms.
Interned as a social media designer for a black-owned platform specializing in healthcare consultations and practitioners for skin and hair of color. Designed social media posts and stories, as well as wrote captions and generated hashtags for the company's Instagram page.
