EXPERIENCED CREATIVE MANAGER
and DESIGNER
I have established a track record of success throughout my career by leveraging a collaborative work style to accomplish short- and
long-range company brand
and marketing objectives.
EXPERIENCE
09/1996 – 08/2001
Graphic Solutions, Inc.
New York, NY
Business Development, Studio Manager, Designer
Accelerated through the company in senior designer and studio manager roles to lead strategy, design development, project, and client management for projects/products from ideation through execution. Managed a team of talented developers and designers to execute innovative solutions. Collaborated with marketing teams to develop creative platforms. Developed, executed, monitored, and adjusted project plans, resources, and strategies to provide solutions on time and within budget.
02/2021 – 01/2022
Happy eBIKES,
Encinitas, CA
Director of Brand Experience
Lead planning, strategy, and operations for the start-up Ebike brand and bike shop. Clarify brand vision and goals and lead the team in developing a franchising roadmap to expand the brand nationwide. Drive consensus with marketing and leadership to ensure projects establish a strategic focus, measure objectives, and address needs.
05/2021 – 03/2024
Sound United
Vista, CA
Graphic Designer and Production Manager
Created and produced marketing assets and sales presentations for product launches.
05/2021 – 03/2024
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Carlsbad, CA
Senior Graphic Designer and Production Manager
Senior production designer and creative lead supporting the in-house agency to create and produce print and digital marketing assets.
05/2002 – Present
2-Twelve Studio Inc.
Carlsbad, CA
Creative Director, Designer, and Production Manager
Involved in every aspect of creating, producing, and managing creative solutions for our clients, including branding, promotional campaigns, and marketing communications. Create and establish design standards and guidelines for brand and product experience. Develop style and usage guides to ensure consistency and quality. Led ideation, design, production, and manufacturing from concept to execution for national and international projects, including print collateral, packaging, and digital assets.
EDUCATION
University of California San Diego
San Diego, CA
User Experience (UX) Design Certificate Program
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Design
VOLUNTEER
03/2002 – Present
LCYO Champions League
Carlsbad, CA
Coach and Mentor
Champions League is a baseball program for kids from 5-21 years old who have special needs. The mission is to provide all kids with a chance to play baseball, while giving families a chance to watch their kids participate in a sport with other kids in a fun, safe environment.