Laura Scofield

Hi, I’m Laura Scofield, a Brazilian New York-based designer and educator. I’m currently a Design Director at The Atlantic and a part-time faculty at The New School. 

My work has been recognized by the Type Directors Club, Society of Publication Designers, D&AD, Cannes Lions, Red Dot, Print, iF and Brazil Design Awards. Also served as a jury member on the Type Directors Club, Latin American Design Award and Brazil Design Awards. I’m a visiting critic at Parsons Communication Design and former AIGA NY board member.

In my free time, you’ll find me researching about vexillology (the study of flags) 🏴‍☠️ 

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Since 2018 I research, write, teach and lecture about vexillology — the scientific study of the history, symbolism, and usage of flags, or by extension, any interest in flags in general.  It’s a passion, a hobby and serious work. 

My reseach focuses on the multifaceted meaning of flags as a vital medium of communication and visual expression, revealing their pivotal roles in shaping art, identity and activism across social and cultural contexts.