Chuck Bussler
The Art Institute of New York City
Graphic Design A.O.S. graduate 2006

Freelancing, after successful internship at Razorfish

Inspiration
'My early influences came from painters including Hans Hoffman & Mark Rothko, and designers including Saul Bass & Chip Kidd.'

Memories
'At The Art Institute of New York City, I will remember instructors Simona Prives for her “make-it-by-hand” approach, and Kerstin Vogdes for her micro-inspection and attention to detail sensibility.'

Personal Quote
'My long term goal is to design my way. I’d like to be my own Creative Director.'

Shamel Washington
The Art Institute of New York City
Graphic Design A.O. S. graduate 2004

Sean John, Art Director/Designer

Early Influences
'I always liked to draw, but when I took my first typography class at The Art Institute of New York City, I knew I wanted to have a career in Graphic Design.'

Memories
'At The Art Institute of New York City, Simona Prives taught me how it is in the real world. She had high expectations for all the students. The school gave me the basics—the tools I needed to feel prepared at work.'

Duties at Sean Jean
'I do concepts & design, print collateral—everything concerning branding. Sean Jean is a pretty awesome place to work because I know my stuff will be seen everywhere. I’ve already seen it on magazines and billboards.'

Long Term Goals & Aspiration
'I would like to start a lifestyle, fashion or sports magazine.'

Shawndra Cox

The Art Institute of New York City
Graphic Design A.O.S. graduate 2006

Chase Tyler LLC, Freelance Graphic Designer
(hired from internship)

Inspiration
'My greatest influence and inspiration was my mother. She was a strong determined woman who led by example, and my greatest achievement would be to be half the woman she is.'

Memories
'My instructor Daniele Imperiale-Warner was quick to call me on something if she felt I wasn’t doing the best work that I possibly could from week to week. I feel that in this line of work, it is important that we find ways to push ourselves, however it’s nice to have someone else believing and pushing right along with you.'

Aspiration
'I hope to learn the business as I work my way up the ladder to a position as a Creative or Art Director at a major design firm. I’d like to say that one day I’ll be brave enough to even start up a firm of my own.'

Personal quote
'I’ve learned that I have to continuously push myself harder, not just when someone’s looking over my shoulder.'