I'm a Chicago-based Senior Graphic Designer and Art Director with more than 25 years of experience.

Since 2006, I’ve run an independent practice working with nonprofit, corporate, cultural, and consumer-focused organizations on branding, visual marketing communications, and environmental graphics. My work includes identity systems, marketing materials, digital design, publications, presentations, exhibits, and retail environments.

My background spans agency, corporate, and independent work, which has shaped how I approach projects and collaborate with clients and production partners. I regularly work with marketing teams, organizational leaders, vendors, and fabricators to bring projects from concept through final production.

Much of my work comes from ongoing relationships built on trust, consistency, and a shared investment in the outcome. These long-term partnerships have been one of the most rewarding aspects of my practice.

I focus on creating clear, effective design that helps organizations communicate with confidence.

I live in Chicago with my husband.

Process

Every project is different, but my approach is consistent: understand the goals, develop thoughtful solutions, and manage execution with clarity and attention to detail.

DISCOVER
I start by learning about your organization, audience, and project goals. I ask questions, gather context, and make sure I understand what needs to be solved before beginning design work.

DEFINE DIRECTION
From there, I help clarify scope, timeline, and overall approach for the project. For ongoing clients, this often includes evolving or extending existing work in a consistent and thoughtful way.

DESIGN AND DEVELOP
I develop design concepts based on the agreed direction, exploring visual approaches that communicate clearly and effectively. Selected concepts are refined through feedback into final design solutions.

PRODUCE AND IMPLEMENT
Once designs are approved, I prepare final files and coordinate with vendors, printers, fabricators, or other partners as needed to ensure accurate and high-quality output.

DELIVERY AND ONGOING WORK
I oversee final production through delivery, and many of my client relationships continue beyond a single project. I regularly support ongoing updates, extensions, and new needs to maintain consistency over time.

Testimonials

“Jamie has been our go-to designer for so long that she feels like part of the team. She handles everything we need, big and small, from branding, website redesigns and changes, marketing materials, and she always nails it. She’s incredibly thoughtful and organized, and she has such a good eye for color and clean design. Plus, she’s easy to work with and always responsive, which I really appreciate. She consistently brings our ideas to life, and I’d happily recommend her to anyone looking for a talented reliable, and genuinely enjoyable creative partner.”

Michelle – smartdept.

“I have worked with Jamie Brizzolara for several years. Not only is she an incredibly talented designer, she understands branding and the impact organizations want to make with their graphic identity. In that regard, she is a strategic partner. She is honest about what works and what doesn’t, and always exceeds expectations presenting thoughtful options from which clients can pick. I couldn’t recommend her more.” 

Matt – Prevent Child Abuse America

“Jamie is our go to designer on all our large scale event design and branding! Fast and efficient, Jamie flawlessly combines creativity and originality into each project making the creative process an exciting journey. We can’t wait for our next grand affair!” 

Jared – Founder, The Reichert Consult (TRC)

“Our exhibit had the “wow” factor that really drew people in, while telling our story once inside.” 

Vince – Johnsonite