Role: Art Director + Designer

Sixteen Jackies: Crafting a Unique Soundscape

Since early 2016, Sixteen Jackies have been crafting a sound in the basement of Philadelphia that, while often nostalgic, defies easy categorization. By blending singer Jody DeMarco's intimate, singularly queer experiences with soundscapes inspired by classic horror film atmospheres, they create torch songs for misfits and weirdos of all kinds.

Their first EP, "Movie Was Bad," introduced an offbeat pop sensibility reminiscent of the manic spirit of the Talking Heads and the aching balladry of Roy Orbison. Their second project, "Mascula," took a darker turn both sonically and lyrically, exploring American masculinity and the violence that lies beneath its surface.

In my freelance role, I handled art direction, photography, album design, press kit development, merchandise development, and promotional planning, contributing to the band's unique and evocative presence.