Jess Shoe

Jess Shoe has a wealth of experience in the design field. In 2021, they began working for JAXXON as a Design Lead, where they are responsible for UX/UI Design design for e-commerce, art direction and graphics for campaigns, and establishing a cohesive set of brand standards and systems. Jess also helps facilitate creative team organization and communication with external developers. In 2020, they began working for Codi as a Product Designer and for Fit & Fresh Inc. as a Creative Director. In 2019, they worked as a Freelance Art Director and Product Designer for brainslush, a small design studio consulting on branding, design strategy, ideation and pitch development solutions for clients across platforms and industries. From 2014 to 2019, they worked for Hasbro as a Sr. Brand Designer for Strategic Brands, Quick Strike, and Graphic Designer. In 2013, they worked as a Freelance Designer and Design Intern for (add)ventures, where they were responsible for assisting with design, brainstorming and concept design, and other tasks while learning how a multidisciplinary brand communications firm operates. Jess also worked as a Graphic/Motion Designer for VUP Media, where they designed cross-platform ad campaigns including but not limited to animated or HD television spots, web ads, print ads, digital signage, and package design. In 2012, they worked as a Multimedia Design Assistant for the New England Institute of Technology, where they assisted instructors and mentored student peers while occasionally aiding instructors with larger classes. Jess also gave design critiques and advice, and signed out equipment for photography and video classes, and camera and equipment maintenance.

Jess Shoe has a diverse educational background. In 2010, they attended the Community College of Rhode Island as part of the Running Start Program. In 2011, they earned an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree from the New England Institute of Technology in Graphics, Multimedia, and Web Design. They continued their studies at the New England Institute of Technology and in 2014 earned a Bachelor's of Science degree in Digital Recording Arts. In the same year, they also attended Rhode Island School of Design for Continuing Education in Drawing. In 2020, they attended General Assembly for a User Experience Design Immersive.