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Fractional

Creative

Leadership

I'm Shanée Benjamin, a creative director and illustrator based in Brooklyn.

For the past decade I've made work for Mastercard, Google, Instagram, Nike, and Covergirl, the kind that ends up selling out or getting Webby nominations, though that was never really the point. The point is work rooted in identity, intimacy, and joy, centering the queer, Black, and femme stories I didn't see growing up. Lately I've been building with AI too, shipping campaigns and live software from the same desk.

These days I work with brands and teams as a fractional creative director: embedded enough to lead, flexible enough to make sense for where you are. Whether I'm directing a team or drawing the thing myself, the approach is the same: vision, care, and taste.

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Creative

Services

Freelance & Fulltime

  • Creative concepts come to life through strong visuals, intentional storytelling, and a sharp, culture-forward perspective. From photoshoots to campaigns, each project is led with a distinct vision and aesthetic excellence.

  • Bold, joyful work rooted in identity. Illustrations center queer, Black, and femme experiences through expressive color and composition—ideal for editorial, commercial, mural, and brand collaborations.

  • Clean, impactful layouts that communicate clearly and evoke emotion. Digital or print, every design decision is made with purpose and clarity.

  • Brand identities built to resonate. From logos and color palettes to typography and tone, each element is crafted to reflect the brand’s essence and build long-term connection.

  • Creative, scroll-stopping content designed to engage. Whether for campaigns or everyday social presence, visuals are optimized for platforms like Instagram and TikTok, with a focus on authenticity and impact.

  • Culturally resonant creative for moments that matter. From Pride to Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and beyond—designs are rooted in identity, storytelling, and celebration. Crafted to help brands show up with intention, relevance, and authenticity.

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