AM A CREATIVE THINKER, STRATEGIST & DESIGNER

As a Senior Creative, I enjoy sharing my days with a group of passionate Designers and Art Directors - forward thinking individuals, those who want to challenge the norm… 
…Let’s “Be BOLD or italic, never regular.” 

I’m interested in ideation, and working on a variety of projects - from strategy and brand identity, to social, digital and more.

I’m a lover of all things creative. A Detroit original, I’ve lived in many places, and have traveled far and near. I dig culture, dogs, slurpees, glitter, and doodles. Road trips rule!

WORK EXPERIENCE

Outfront Media > Sr. Art Director
Detroit, MI - Feb 2015 > September 2021
> Use creative briefs and input from clients and account executives to develop creative ideas and translate them into creative campaigns that meet client needs and produce deliverables.
> Present proposed creative strategies and integrated campaign concepts for OOH.
> Lead client-facing conversations focused on the development of campaign messaging and assets.
> Produce multiple ads as part of an integrated campaign.
> Manage multiple creative assignments in a deadline driven environment.
> Mentor and support junior creative staff toward the goal of accelerating skill progression
through a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
> Lead conceptual development and pitching efforts by creating or directing visually and
functionally inspiring concepts and content.

DigitasLBI > Freelance Digital Art Director
Detroit, MI - September 2014 > February 2015
> Creation of production-ready comps and assets that support multiple screen sizes and formats.
> Maintain a positive relationship with both Design and Engineering staff, ensuring that concepts meet the requirements of both departments.
> Maintain and promote an internal awareness of industry design trends and standards with a strong focus on processes and tools.
> Concept & Design for OnStar web, mobile & e-commerce.

Leo Burnett > Freelance Digital Art Director
Troy, MI, July 2013 > December 2013
> Concept & Re-design for Chevy performance website.

MORE EXPERIENCE
Ignite Social Media • Marygrove College • Michael Flora & Associates • Draft FCB NY
Juice Pharma NY • Fusicology LA


EDUCATION

The College For Creative Studies
Detroit, MI 
Jan 1997 > May 2002 
B.F.A in Communication Design

SOFTWARE/SKILLS

Photoshop  l  InDesign  l  Illustrator  l   After Effects  l   Acrobat   l MSWord  l   Quark Xpress  l   MAC & PC   l   Strategy & Concept
Retouching  l   Photo Shoots