PORTFOLIO
stephmennella@gmail.com
I'm Stephanie, a creative director based in Seattle, with roots in fashion, travel, and storytelling. I’ve spent over two decades dreaming up ideas, leading teams, and shaping brand worlds through imagery, video, and design. My work connects the dots between strategy and feeling—what people see, and what stays with them.
When I’m not concepting shoots or art directing campaigns, I’m collaborating with commercial brands and publications to shape stories that stick. I freelance—plugging in where I’m needed most—with a focus on photography, motion, and artful direction that moves people. I split my time between creative deadlines and long walks with my husband and two dogs (and kitten, who runs the house), plotting my next trip, laughing too loud with family, and chasing the perfect cup of coffee.
Expanded portfolio available upon request.
Creative with a Cause
Board member at PCNW, because creativity doesn’t stop at the brief—and supporting the photo
community matters.
Where I’ve Been
Tommy Bahama
Senior Creative Director: Brand Image, Photography | 2018–2025
Blue Nile
Creative Services Manager | 2015–2017
Tiger Oak Media
Design Director | 2013–2015
Journey Magazine
Art Director | 2006–2013
Vogue Magazine, Condé Nast Publications
Associate Art Director | 2000–2006
Notable
2nd Place: 2015 SPJ Awards for fashion photography (Seattle magazine)
Nomination: 2011 National MAGGIE awards for best cover (Journey magazine)
2nd Place: 2008 SPJ Awards for photography (Journey magazine)