Drew Payette

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About Drew Payette

I’m an Art Director and Graphic Designer with over a decade of experience turning ideas into design that’s both expressive and strategic. Whether I’m shaping a brand identity, directing a photo shoot, building layouts for print or digital, or designing for events and physical spaces, I aim to create work that feels clear, engaging, and rooted in purpose. I bring a thoughtful, empathetic approach to creative work. I’m a good listener and a reliable team player who helps projects run smoothly and keeps the bigger picture in mind. I try to bring a light, positive energy to the process—and while I enjoy collaborating, I’m also self-motivated and work well independently. I stay focused, adapt quickly, and genuinely enjoy solving creative challenges, even when timelines are tight or resources are limited. After a decade in print and brand design, I’m pivoting my areas of expertise toward digital design and marketing, currently enrolled in the Visible Edge Institute’s Digital Marketing & Web Design Boot Camp. I realize the industry is constantly evolving, and I’m committed to keeping up with the latest tools, trends, and technologies to stay ahead of where design and marketing intersect. The program expands my skill set into Figma, WordPress, email marketing, SEO, Google Analytics, and content strategy, bridging my traditional design foundation with data-driven creativity. My background includes in-house, freelance, and small-business roles, with deep experience in catalog production, packaging, brand storytelling, and event/environmental design. I’ve helped brands grow and evolve through shifting markets, including leading two major rebrands. No matter the scale or setting, I care about making designs that are useful, beautiful, and intentionally made. Resumé available upon request