Professional info
ART / CREATIVE DIRECTION | PROJECT MANAGEMENT | COMMUNICATIONS
Proven success shaping organization’s and client’s vision into world-class campaigns that creatively encapsulate identity, brand and culture. Exceptional skills in strategic planning, ideation, collaboration and influencing and guiding stakeholders. Unparalleled commitment to integrity, quality and innovation; passionate about and fluent in current communication trends. Skilled leader; dedicated to nurturing and mentoring talent and vision.
Translation: Knows his stuff, has great ideas, plays well with others.
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Work experience
Served as trendsetter, conscience and driving force behind re-branding initiatives for 1.1 million-member non-profit as well as for associated clients and third-party entities. Provided singular vision, insight and creative direction at every operational level, from President to boards, staff, volunteers and vendors. Conceived and designed brand look, feel and rollout, leveraging media channels to increase visibility and equity. Executed seamless transition of branding, marketing and communication programs and ancillary projects. Established processes, plans and workflow for in-house advertising strategies, including staffing and reporting. Revitalized the culture of the organization.
Translation: Collaborated on origination, design and function of in-house ad agency.
ART / CREATIVE DIRECTOR, COMMON SERVICES CORP., UCC NATIONAL OFFICES, Cleveland, OH
2010 - present
Education
RISD, Providence RI
TRI-C, Cleveland OH
2010 - present