Natasha Ygsi

Natasha Ygsi has a diverse range of work experience. Natasha is currently working as an Associate Creative Director - Art at FCB Chicago, a position they started in July 2023. Before that, they worked as a Senior Art Director at the same company from January 2022 to July 2023.

Prior to FCB Chicago, Natasha worked at VMLY&R, where they held the positions of Senior Art Director from December 2020 to January 2022, and Art Director from February 2018 to December 2020. During their time at VMLY&R, they worked on various projects for clients such as DICK'S Sporting Goods, Dannon yogurt brands, BASF Agriculture, Red Bull, Brisk Ice Tea, Propel Water, Tropicana brands, and New Biz. Natasha also worked on special projects, including the First Call print campaign, which was featured in Lurzer's Archive and won a bronze at the Clios.

Natasha's previous experience includes working as an Art Director at Bernstein-Rein Advertising from December 2016 to December 2017, as a Jr. Art Director at GROUP360 Worldwide from February 2016 to December 2016, and as a Graphic Designer at the University of Missouri - Student Design Center from August 2013 to January 2016. At the University of Missouri, they worked with clients to create visually appealing advertisements, including logo design, fliers, posters, and pamphlets.

Natasha also gained valuable experience through internships, including working as a Junior Art Director Intern at Osborn Barr in the summer of 2015, where they assisted with brainstorming, concepting, storyboarding, production, and editing of published pieces. Natasha worked on campaigns for brands such as ICL Food Specialties, Merck Animal Health, and Verdesian Life Sciences.

Natasha's earlier experience includes working as a Junior Art Director at Moon House Creative from March 2015 to June 2015, where they collaborated with fellow Art Directors and Creative Directors to develop work for new client pitches. Natasha also worked on storyboards for video spots, logos, social promotions, and web design. Prior to that, they worked as a Graphic Designer at MOJO AD from December 2014 to May 2015, where they were part of a team that created fully integrated campaigns for national clients each semester. Natasha worked closely with the Art Director and Copy Writer to create graphics for the campaigns.

Before starting their professional career, Natasha gained valuable experience as a Graphic Design Intern at The Blue Note from August 2014 to December 2014. Natasha created concert posters and promotional materials for the venue, developing a skill for fast turnaround deadlines and strategic thinking.

Overall, Natasha Ygsi has a strong background in art direction, graphic design, and creating visually appealing advertisements for various clients across different industries.

Natasha Ygsi obtained their Bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia between 2011 and 2015. Their degree focused on Journalism with an emphasis in Strategic Communication and Art Direction.