I am a creative and collaborative designer and art director with over a decade of experience in developing engaging brands that bring content and experiences to life.
Education
The Art Institute of SeattleBachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Programs
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Figma
Microsoft Suite
Google Suite
Asana
Jira
Skills
Creative problem solving
Concept development
Storytelling
Collaboration
Leadership
Project management
Organization
Attention to detail
Work Experience
The Starr Conspiracy
Senior Art Director | September 2021 – April 2024I worked with multiple clients simultaneously as the creative lead on projects including brand identity, print and digital campaigns, report and ebook layout, and event strategy. I worked directly with clients and presented creative that aligned with their brand vision and message. I partnered with account managers and copywriters on these projects, ensuring that projects stayed in-budget and within scope.
Aduro
Senior Manager of Brand | November 2020 – August 2021I developed the vision and strategy of the Aduro new brand. I led planning and execution of all Marketing initiatives that drive brand awareness and demand to ensure company alignment and market relevancy. I served as a strategic leader and mentor to a team of creatives.
Creative Manager | January 2019 – November 2020I created initial concepts and provided art direction and project management for all marketing initiatives. I led creative direction for Aduro’s brand refresh and communicated with marketing team, senior management and outside partners to develop a brand that reflects the company’s core values.
Senior Graphic Designer | August 2014 – December 2018I executed brand identities for clients and print, digital, environmental, and interactive collateral for the Aduro brand. I led creative direction of event experiences and conducted weekly creative workshop sessions with the marketing team.
Rusty George Creative
Graphic Designer | October 2012 – July 2014I developed complete brand identities for clients from initial concept through execution of brand guidelines, print and digital collateral, and website design and development through Wordpress. I also worked on several campaigns that included billboards, print and digital ads, emails, and print collateral.
Contract Experience
The Starr Conspiracy | Design & Art Direction | May 2024 - CurrentWaxwing Creative | Design & Art Direction | January 2021 - CurrentPliable | Design & Art Direction | October 2023 - January 2024Little Bipsy | Creative Direction | November 2023Giving Assistant | Email Marketing Design | June 2023 - July 2023LTC Solutions | Graphic design | July 2018 - May 2019Pryntlab | Brand Development | October 2018 - February 2019Streem Consulting | Brand Development | July 2018 - January 2019Hello, Cupcake | Environmental Design | April 2014 - September 2014
Professional references available upon request