Rachel Shepherd
Fairfield
Summary
Dynamic artist with experience in marketing and design. Versatile abilities, excelling at both independent work and collaboration. Flexible and eager to embrace new opportunities. Proficient in visual storytelling, crafting compelling promotional materials, and outreach research. Skilled in Adobe Photoshop and Logic Pro. Compassionate, friendly, and values fostering positive relationships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing and Outreach Intern
JXB Media
Cincinnati
06.2025 - Current
- Find and research businesses and independent creators for collaboration purposes.
- Research radio stations to identify optimal places to air radio shows.
- Assist in creating promotional Instagram graphics for podcast episodes.
Cornell Store Student Stylist and Photographer
Cornell University
Ithaca
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Photograph Cornell Store merchandise on models and in light box setups.
- Style models and arrange merchandise for visually appealing presentations.
- Coordinate model scheduling and grouping of merchandise for optimal visual impact.
- Edit photos to enhance quality.
WVBR DJ and Electric Buffalo Records Member
Cornell Media Guild
Ithaca
02.2022 - 05.2025
- WVBR DJ: Plan and co-host a live radio show for one hour every week.
- Electric Buffalo Records Marketing Team: Design promotional materials for events, design artwork for album covers, and help operate merchandise table at events.
I See Music Exhibition
Cornell University
Ithaca
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Curate personal work for my solo exhibition in the Olive Tjaden Gallery at Cornell University.
- Conceptualize themes of synesthesia and emotion.
- Manage layout, acquisition of necessary equipment, installation, and promotion.
Art Studio Monitor
Cornell University
Ithaca
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Supervise the sculpture studio after class hours.
- Accounting for and ensuring the safety of students working after hours.
- Cleaning and organizing the studio.
- Reclaiming clay.
Creative Team Member and Model
Thread Magazine
Ithaca
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Creative team member: Craft aesthetic vision and define the artistic direction for Recollection shoot for Spring 2022 issue.
- Model: Model for the Fall 2022 and the Spring 2023 issues.
Playlist Curator
Ground Level Magazine
Ithaca
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Create eclectic playlists for the publication based on my current music preferences.
Co-director of art and design
Collective X Magazine
Ithaca
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborate with creative and marketing teams to design magazine layouts and marketing graphics.
- Work with the co-director to manage and delegate design tasks to a team of artists.
- Help facilitate an environment that focuses on exploring BIPOC cultures and experiences, and showcasing creative BIPOC Cornell students.
Intern
Connecticut Challenge, Inc.
Fairfield County
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Marketing and organizing a charity bike ride to raise money for cancer survivor programs.
- Install signage in key locations throughout the county.
- Create an Instagram reel in collaboration with a local business.
- Organize and take stock of the inventory.
- Assist in event setup.
- Manage the event volunteers.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY05.2025
High School -
Fairfield Warde High School
Fairfield, CT06.2021
Skills
- Digital Design Software: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Procreate
- Film Editing Software: iMovie, Final Cut Pro
- Music Software and Instrumental: Logic Pro, GarageBand, Bass, Keyboards/Piano
- Photography: Digital camera
- Analog Art Media: Paint, graphite, pen and ink, brush and ink, clay, wood, print media, paper making, textiles
- Social Media: TikTok, Instagram
Honors
College of Architecture, Art, and Planning Dean’s List — Cornell University | Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024
PORTFOLIOS
- Cornell Store Photography: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17-IuoViktmDwlgc8clvzvDzkeNqXijt?usp=drive_link
- Art Website: https://rachelshepherd03.wixsite.com/dahvish
Timeline
Marketing and Outreach Intern
JXB Media
06.2025 - Current
I See Music Exhibition
Cornell University
08.2024 - 11.2024
Cornell Store Student Stylist and Photographer
Cornell University
04.2024 - 05.2025
Art Studio Monitor
Cornell University
01.2023 - 05.2023
Playlist Curator
Ground Level Magazine
09.2022 - 01.2023
Co-director of art and design
Collective X Magazine
07.2022 - 01.2023
Intern
Connecticut Challenge, Inc.
06.2022 - 07.2022
WVBR DJ and Electric Buffalo Records Member
Cornell Media Guild
02.2022 - 05.2025
Creative Team Member and Model
Thread Magazine
01.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
Cornell University
High School -
Fairfield Warde High School
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