GRAPHIC DESIGN

SHAI SMITH

I’m Shai Smith, a Philadelphia-based graphic designer creating brand identities, digital systems, merchandise, and cultural experiences through my independent practice, Starved Designs.

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Founder & Creative Director of Starved Designs, developing brand identities, digital systems, and experiential concepts for artists and small businesses through a streamlined, product-based design approach, alongside academic study in graphic design.

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Founder & Creative Director
Starved Designs — Philadelphia, PA

Designed logos, branding materials, and websites for independent businesses.

Managed social media accounts, increasing engagement and visibility.

Created digital and print assets, ensuring consistency in visual identity.

Provided consultation to clients, translating ideas into compelling designs.
Gallery Assistant & In-House Graphic Designer
Luster Gallery / Crane Arts — Philadelphia, PA

Designed digital and print materials supporting exhibitions, gallery programming, and Luster Gallery + Studio’s visual presence.

Redesigned and expanded the gallery website, improving exhibition, services, press, and visitor-facing content.

Developed brand and marketing assets across social media, business cards, merchandise, and other gallery communications.

Supported exhibition operations through installation, artist and gallery research, documentation, and day-to-day gallery assistance.
Photo Cage Student Monitor
Moore Art & Design— Philadelphia, PA

Managed check-in and check-out of photography equipment, ensuring accurate tracking and availability for student use

Assisted the 2D Technician with daily operations, including opening and maintaining lighting studios and darkroom facilities

Provided support to students by answering photography-related questions and troubleshooting equipment issues

Maintained an organized, functional workspace to support efficient studio use and a smooth workflow
Graphic Design Assistant
(Enrollment Marketing Department)
The University of the Arts — Philadelphia, PA

Collaborated with the head designer to create marketing materials

Designed icons, social media graphics, and formatted health forms following brand guidelines.

Assisted in preparing promotional packages and enrollment materials.

Ensured consistency across print and digital assets.