Naomi Usher is Founder and Creative Director of Studio Usher, a full-service design firm in New York City. Her commitment to the process is fervent, her energy is laser-focused, and her non-linear approach is as smart as it is provocative. It’s why she’s been sought after for two decades to create award-winning campaigns across a range of industries, from publishing and fashion to fine arts and non-profit. 

Prior to opening her own firm, Naomi spent 8 years as an Art Director at Allure magazine and at the Walt Disney Company. She holds a B.A. (cum laude) from the University of Pennsylvania, a B.F.A. from Parsons School of Design, and a certificate from the Yale School of Management Executive Education program. In 2014, she completed an intensive class in User Experience at General Assembly. She has founded a community advocacy group, and serves on two non-profit boards: FerroDonna Features and Village Preservation.

Listen along as Sneaker Designer and Founder of Lilith NYC, Sarah Sukumaran, chats with Naomi.