About

Jocelyn Scears

Creative Director + Designer + Artist

Hello! My name is Jocelyn and I work full-time as a senior graphic design manager in the marketing department of the nation's leading privately held building materials supplier. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design and Illustration and an Associate's degree in Multimedia Programming, Simulation & Gaming and Computer Information Systems.

Since I was young, I've had a passion for creating art. I would spend hours creating layouts and designs on our family computer – honing my graphic design skills before I even knew what graphic design was or that it would become my career in the future.

I am a multidisciplinary artist, designer and published illustrator working professionally as a graphic designer for more than 13 years. I am based in the Pittsburgh area where I have had the pleasure of working with both local and national brands in a variety of industries, mediums, and capacities.

Experience

Graphic Designer
13 Years

Graphic Design Manager
7 Years

Illustrator
1 Year

Experience

84 Lumber

Senior Graphic Design Manager

Jan 2023 – Present

• Work with marketing, public relations, and social teams to develop and implement comprehensive design strategies that align with brand objectives and market trends

• Ensure brand consistency across all visual communication materials, from digital assets to print collateral

• Oversee and mentor junior graphic designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment

• Evaluate and select design software and technologies to optimize creative workflow and output

Graphic Design Manager

Aug 2018 – Jan 2023

Graphic Designer

Feb 2017 – Aug 2018

Williams Lea

Presentation Specialist

Sep 2016 – Jan 2017

• Developed custom graphics, infographics, and design elements using Adobe Illustrator to enhance presentation aesthetics

• Ensured brand consistency across all presentations by adhering to corporate identity guidelines

• Managed multiple concurrent projects, consistently meeting tight deadlines for high-stakes client meetings

84 Sign Shop

Graphic Designer

Nov 2013 – Sept 2016

• Designed creative assets for print in accordance with client direction

• Setup print files for print and production

• Provided visual identity / branding development for clients

Education

BA Illustration, Graphic Design
Minor in Mathematics

Grace College and Theological Seminary, Winona Lake, IN

AS Multimedia Programming, Simulation and Gaming
AS Computer Information Systems

Community College of Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, PA

Residencies

2025
Micro-Residency

Bischoff Inn, Tamaqua, PA

• Focused on a watercolor series of forgrotten spaces

Exhibitions

2011
Down is the New Up: Senior Exhibit II, Winona Lake, IN
37th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit, Winona Lake, IN

2010

36th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit, Winona Lake, IN

Publications

2019

The Love Story Journal: Multidimensions (Illustration)

2018

Today's Weather Forecast (Short Story) – The Vision Creative Journal
Frankenstein (Artwork) – The Vision Creative Journal
Peter Lorre (Artwork) – The Vision Creative Journal

2014

Praying Mantis (Photograph) – Observer Reporter's Hot Shot feature July 19, 2014

2011

A Collaboration: Kurt Vonnegut Jr. & Joe Petro III (Article) – Lost Art Student.com
Pas une jolie fille (Artwork Example) – Lost Art Student.com

Awards

2023

Meshanko Memorial Scholarship for CCAC Art Students

2013

Showcased Artist – Mister Dress Up.com
Second Place  – "Diet Coke® Young Designer Challenge, Season 2"

2010

Grace College Art Talent Award
Placed in Graphic Design category – 36th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit
Placed in Illustration category – 36th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit

2009

Grace College Art Talent Award

Memberships / Organizations

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society