Designer. Developer. Digital Addict.
I am a designer / developer hybrid with a love for all things digital. I live for hard deadlines and making the world a better place one design at a time. I speak fluent HTML5, CSS3, SASS, XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, sarcasm, and movie quotes. I can also carry on conversations about jQuery, After Effects, and Wordpress. If I haven't talked enough already, I'm also known to dabble in creative copywriting.
Everything you ever wanted to know.
Happy Clients
I meant it when I said I work with some of the coolest companies around the globe. I don't always namedrop, but if I do I might mention some of my favorite clients to work with:
Work Experience
11.21 - Present
Manager, Digital Creative
Staples Promotional Products - Remote
Lead team of Digital Creatives and Art Directors supporting new and existing clients as well as the company’s eCommerce website. Set creative direction and development of the eCommerce platform and client themes. Ideate and implement creative platform enhancements based on client need and company initiatives. Design and develop eCommerce websites for worldwide brands. Collaborate cross-departmentally to build and maintain an effective creative strategy through multiple platforms.
07.19 - 11.21
Lead Creative
Staples Promotional Products - Remote
Lead creative onboarding of new accounts process and expectations, identifying delay patterns to increase efficiencies and speed to market. Set creative direction for design and development of the eCommerce platform to service 400+ accounts. Develop skilled associates into potential leaders. Direct photography sessions for product and lifestyle imagery used across websites, marketing campaigns, catalogs and direct-mail pieces. Facilitate training on web design and development, digital channels, and marketing and eCommerce platforms. Research techniques and technologies and identify trends and opportunities. Drive creative department and culture improvements and processes. Serve as liaison between the UX/Development Team and the Creative Team. Serve as Sr. Art Director on assigned client accounts. Work directly with managers in outside departments to identify growth opportunities for the organization.
06.17 - 07.19
Senior Art Director
Staples Promotional Products - Remote
Design, develop and maintain ecommerce websites aligning brand guidelines for a wide book of business. Provide photo direction, conceptualize layout, and manage production of printed and digital marketing collateral. Collaborate and strategize across departments to achieve account objectives and build an effective creative strategy. Develop and provide training for new hires and participate in the onboarding of new talent. Lead creative review meetings and inspire creative thinking within the creative department.
09.15 - 06.17
Art Director
Staples Promotional Products - Remote
Design, develop and maintain ecommerce websites aligning brand guidelines for a wide book of business. Provide photo direction, conceptualize layout, and manage production of printed and digital marketing collateral. Collaborate and strategize across departments to achieve account objectives and build an effective creative strategy.
01.14 - 09.15
Freelance Designer
Strategize, design, and execute print and digital marketing collateral for a variety of creative agencies and businesses. Develop logos, brand guidelines, and advertising campaigns.
01.13 - 09.13
Graphic Design Intern
Sioux City Journal - Sioux City, IA
Conceptualize layout, design, and development of advertisements in print and digital media. Collaborate with sales to market a variety of promotions in a deadline driven environment.
Education
2011 - 2014
Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design & Advertising
Morningside College - Sioux City, IA
Alpha Delta Sigma Honor Society