About Me | Shawnna Gallagher
I’m a senior visual designer and creative lead with an artistic streak, a systems mindset, and a love for solving complex problems in imaginative ways. Over the past two decades, I’ve built brand systems, designed digital experiences, developed campaign creative, and led projects that blend strategy, storytelling, and visual craft. My work is driven by curiosity, clarity, and the belief that good design should not only look beautiful, but make ideas easier to understand and act on.
Outside of work, I’m fueled by wide skies, open fields, photography, and the kind of quiet space where ideas have room to stretch. I grew up in southern Ohio, lived by the Bay in San Francisco, and eventually settled near Chicago, where I now call a scenic farm home. That mix of places has shaped how I see the world: grounded, observant, colorful, and always looking for the story inside the details.
Professionally, I’ve spent eight years working remotely and know how to stay self-driven while building strong creative partnerships. I’ve led teams, supported colleagues, collaborated across departments, and embraced flexible work long before it became the norm. To me, design is as much about connection as it is about visuals. The best work happens when strategy, trust, craft, and collaboration all meet in the same place.
Get to know me.
Catch a glimpse of my creativity in motion on Instagram. @MyGraphicDesignLife offers a behind-the-scenes look at my design world and personal adventures, while @SmithandGallagherStudio showcases my photography journey—an ongoing collaboration with my mom as co-photographer.
