MEET SHAKIRA

I grew up reading Shakespeare and Toni Morrison. Opera at Lincoln Center on Saturdays, and six-hour Baptist church services on Sundays. My perspective is shaped by many influences, driven by a deep curiosity about where human experiences intersect.

I don’t think I’m ever off because everything that I take in helps to feed my process. When not working, you can find me at a museum or gallery, sharing things I find cool in various group chats, or listening to stories from strangers.

Shakira Polite

Charles Hall, Creative Director

“Shakira is the strategic partner every creative needs.”

Lindsey Neeld, Strategy Director - The Mix Global

“I had a great conversation with shakira about our passion for strategy and research, and the importance of understanding culture and cultural undertones in our work. I jotted down this quote from Shakira during our call which I thought was illuminating, “If you understand culture, you understand people.


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While my primary focus is commercial advertising, my expertise has been applied to a range of creative projects and my skill set is always evolving.

I’d love to hear from you.