Juli Cola is a senior Art Director at SaatchiNY. If you’re interested in more info on her and her work, please check out her LinkedIn page.

Julie’s photos were taken by SaatchiNY Account Director Amy Carlstead. You can see more of her lovely work on her website.

What was your first job?

Working in a stationary store helping people pick out their wedding invitations. I was only 14.

If you weren’t at Saatchi & Saatchi, what profession would you most like to try?

The makeup counter at Bergdorf Goodman.

What motivates you most?

My two kids and husband.

What blogs, magazines, books, papers or websites can you not live without?

NY Times, Adweek, Agency Spy, The Cut, “It was good but” (My [coming soon] blog with Daniel Mailliard) and TheSuperficial.com

What are your Lovemarks?

Apple.

What’s your best “nothing is impossible” story?

When I first got to SaatchiNY I was working on a huge presentation and I was told that it couldn’t get done in time. In response, I simply pointed to the sign painted on the wall that read “Nothing is Impossible.” Thanks studio!

What is your favorite place in the world?

Italy – Positano. Why? Food, beaches, people art.

Who do you most aspire to be like?

My daughter – she’s almost six but she’s awesome.

If stranded on a deserted island and you could bring only one thing, what would it be?

My iPhone.

Tell us something surprising about yourself.

I can do a killer Stevie Nicks but don’t ask me to.

What is your favorite creative pursuit?

Doodling.

What led you on the path you’re on today?

Right after college I interviewed with the head of Media at Saatchi & Saatchi at the time, Alan Banks. He yelled at me and told me I was on the wrong floor and should be a creative.

Do you have a motto?

My mother always said – just do it! But then Nike stole it.

What do you do for fun?

Love to have dinner parties at our place in Park Slope.

What’s your favorite client story?

My first client meeting someone threw a table in the air and screamed at everyone. My creative director cried. The next day he called to apologize and said that’s showbiz folks. I was hooked.

What’s your favorite thing to do in NY?

Everything.

Who is your favorite artist/musician/designer?

That’s like Sophie’s Choice.

When’s the last time you gave a standing ovation?

Every time I watch Glee.