Chanelle Smith-Walker

Chanelle Smith-Walker is a seasoned creative professional with over a decade of experience in creative direction, marketing strategy, graphic design, and photography. Currently, Chanelle serves as the Senior Manager of Creative Strategy at Wasserman and leads the Director of Creative Solutions for Women Sports & The Collective. Previously, Chanelle was the team photographer for the Carolina Panthers from 2022 to 2024, becoming the second Black female team photographer in NFL history. Additionally, Chanelle made history as the first Black creative director in the SEC at the University of Tennessee and has worked with top brands including Under Armour and New Balance. Chanelle began their career as a graduate assistant at the University of Southern Mississippi and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communications from Elon University.