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Distinguished Art Director & UX Designer Excels as a conceptual strategist with an entrepreneurial mindset. Masters emerging trends and best practices in marketing and design. Recognized for differentiating brands in competitive markets and translating high-level ideas into visual narratives. Expertise in managing multiple design projects to deliver high-quality collateral within budget constraints. Blends artistry with strategic thinking, leveraging collaboration to drive transformative results across diverse verticals.

BRANDS worked with

Disney*Pixar, ABC, Sony, Fox, Avatar, A&E, Paramount, Hasbro, JD Power, NERF, World of Wonder, P&G, Prilosec, Gilette, Playskool, Disney Princess, Hershey’s, Snack it Forward (Sunkist), Pure Ratios, Seymore Gloves, and more.

professional Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Art Director & UX Designer
Stephen Fogg | Jun 2013 - Present
Successfully collaborated with renowned brands across diverse sectors, including start-ups, non-profits, healthcare, entertainment, and politics. Versatile designer, adept in various design mediums from crafting logos to developing full brand identities, creating engaging social media posts, and designing comprehensive 360 marketing campaigns.

  • Key Projects:
    • Led the rebranding of Penny Lane Centers, including logo refinement and UX/UI website redesign. Project Here
    • Enhanced the market presence of ABC's "Once Upon a Time" by creating distinct variations for different demographics. Project Here
  • Specialties:
    • Websites, apps, and browser extensions focused on complex information architectures, mockups, prototypes, and responsive design.

UX Creative Director, Head of Partnerships
Consciously | Jan 2020 – Oct 2023
Transitioned to a full-time role as Creative Director and UX Lead. Elevated to Head of Partnerships, recognized for product advocacy and polished presentation skills. Project Here

  • Secured a partnership with OpenSecrets, a leading nonpartisan political giving organization.
  • Developed a multi-level database harmonizing diverse data sources, enhancing efficiency.
  • Directed the rebranding and brand identity transition from Tribe to Consciously.

Adjunct Professor
University of Southern California | Aug 2019 – Jun 2020
Delivered lectures on design principles, history, and related concepts.

Senior Art Director
The Equinox Group | Jan 2011 – Jun 2020
Collaborated with the CEO/Creative Director to align with creative vision and strategic objectives.

  • Specialized in promotional marketing within the entertainment industry.
  • Developed cross-promotional strategies and specialty print pieces, such as the Cinderella 40th Anniversary Package.

Creative Director
Next Door Magazine | Aug 2010 – Jun 2012
Redesigned the magazine to achieve national distribution and attract advertisers.

Senior Art Director
Saatchi & Saatchi X | Aug 2006 – May 2009
Promoted from designer to Senior Art Director. Recognized as top talent.

  • Led the national launch of Gillette Fusion with the acclaimed EVOLVE Campaign.
  • Directed the internationally adopted Prilosec OTC Campaign.

Designer
Revlon
Led the design process to create high-quality assets for prominent retailers.

areas of expertise

Visual Communication, UX/UI, Ad Campaigns, Presentations & Public Speaking, Compelling Storytelling, Media Design, Emerging Creative Trends, Brand Positioning, Budget Management, Art Direction, Digital Advertising, Client Partnership, Marketing Strategies, Research & Analysis, Graphic Design, Ideation & Concept Development, Social Platforms, Coaching & Mentoring, Marketing Collateral

Education

Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY

BFA, Communications Design, Graphic Design

May 2004

General Assembly, Los Angeles, CA

User Experience Design

April 2019