Episode 099 - Rebecca Cohen, Creative Director and Principal at Co Projects Design in Portland OR
Today's guest is Rebecca Cohen. She is the Creative Director, Designer, and Principal at Co Projects Design in Portland OR.
During this episode we talk about:
-her childhood and how she was introduced to exploring creativity by her aunt.
-her move from NY to Portland to work with Nike and meeting her husband there.
-the wild ride of a story that takes them through new baby, recession, and starting a studio together.
-how she is an activist against gun violence and the ways she is using her design skills to further those causes.
-the Feminst activist podcast she co-hosts called End Times Pep Talk.
-print and packaging and their relevance even in this digital world.
-a project she was incredibly proud to be a part of that aligned with her beliefs, and her heart.
-turning down client work when they have messaging, or sell products that don't align with your values and the causes you support.
I found this interview incredibly motivating and Rebecca's passion for the causes she supports and her activism work is exciting to hear about. Go check out their incredible work and @co_projects