SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY
NEWHOUSE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
My name is Tess Mazzucchelli, I’m from a small town outside of Washington, D.C. I am a senior graphic design major and creative writing minor. It’s been a privilege to be surrounded by talented, creative people in both areas of study. My mother is a graphic designer for a nonprofit, so I’ve benefited greatly from her guidance in work and life. I hope to pursue my own fulfilling design career that allows me to create beautiful things every day.
WHO IS SOMEONE YOU LOOK UP TO IN YOUR FIELD? EITHER TODAY OR HISTORICALLY?
My Newhouse professors have been huge inspirations. They enthusiastically encourage students to dream big, instilling confidence and skill for the next big steps. I specifically applaud my sophomore year professor, Claudia Strong for playing a crucial role in my early design studies. She taught me how to be meticulous with each design so that they, and I, could reach maximum potential.
WHAT ARE YOU READING, LISTENING TO, WATCHING (BOOKS, MOVIES, TV, SOCIAL MEDIA, MUSIC)?
I take after my father in my love for The Beatles. My walls are covered in memorabilia, my favorite being the White Album poster that came with his original 1968 record. Once hanging in my father’s freshman dorm, it now resides in my college house.
DO YOU CURRENTLY, OR DO YOU PLAN TO, DESIGN FOR ANY CAUSES OR CHARITIES?
I currently do not, but am always open to designing for a good cause. I believe design is an essential tool for communicating positive change.
DO YOU FEEL THAT DESIGN SCHOOL HAS PREPARED YOU TO SEARCH FOR AND FIND A JOB?
I’m grateful for the time and opportunities undergrad has given me to discover my likes and dislikes for a future career. The connections I’ve made and the portfolio I’ve built throughout my time at Syracuse have set me up for success in my job search.
