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Sam Jacobs

SHILLINGTON

Sam is a graphic designer and Pixar addict living and working in NYC. Much like Peter Pan, Sam remains young at heart but as all must do, he had grow up. Having previously worked in tv/film, architecture, advertising, and now design, Sam has always been passionate about telling great stories. While having some design experience, he decided to go back to school at Shillington to build a portfolio showcasing his storytelling skills while also feeding his desire to be creative every single day. Sam is thrilled to be beginning a new chapter working as a Senior Designer for Time Magazine.

WHERE WERE YOU BORN AND WHERE DO YOU LIVE NOW?
Born and raised in New York

LEFTY OR RIGHTY?
Righty

MORNING PERSON OR NIGHT OWL?
Neither, I have the most energy midday

FICTIONAL OR HISTORICAL CHARACTER YOU IDENTIFY WITH?
Grumpy – a grumpy exterior while still being adorable and heroic

FAVORITE MOVIE?
Toy Story, but really anything Pixar

FAVORITE TV SHOW TO BINGE WATCH?
Breaking Bad. I would’ve enjoyed chemistry more if Walter White was my teacher.

FAVORITE TYPE OF MUSIC?
Epic film scores, there is something about listening to the Lord of the Rings soundtrack that amps you up.

FAVORITE SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORM?
Instagram, nothing better to check out new designers

FAVORITE FINE ARTIST?
Da Vinci

LAST BOOK YOU READ?
Origin by Dan Brown

FAVORITE CHARITY/CAUSE?
American Wildlife Foundation

FAVORITE FREE TIME ACTIVITY?
Nothing better than reading under a blanket an a cold winter afternoon

IF YOU WERE NOT A DESIGNER…?
Professional traveler

A MANTRA OR SAYING YOU LIVE BY?
All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them – Walt Disney
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