Hello
With well over a decade of experience in communication design and advertising along with a lifetime in the arts, my focus combines engaging visuals and unique narratives to build brands.
My interest in design was ignited at a young age while making print publications in my high school graphics studio. Following my passion for culture and design, the journey has taken me from Miami to Minneapolis to London, New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and now San Francisco where I collaborate with other creative minds and continue to adopt new design tools, creative technologies, and of course, AI.
As an Art Director, Creative Director, Editorial Graphic, UX/UI and Brand Systems Designer, I'm versed in collaborating with teams of all levels and seek opportunities to innovate and elevate brands across all touch-points—applying these disciplines to marketing challenges and above all, entertain. That's me next to a giant turd puppet.
Awards + Publications
ADDYS (x13) Multiple Golds, Silvers and Best In Show
GLAAD Media Awards Nomination Las Vegas Tourism "What Happens Here, Stays Here."
Graphis Poster Annual, Yucca Mountain Project
Graphis New Talent & Design Annual (x5)
Ad Fed The Show, Silver Award
New Design Miami The Edge of Graphic Design, The Gap
The New York Times | LA Zoo Campaign and Interactive
Las Vegas RJ | Las Vegas Tourism B2B "Heroes"
Lürzer's Archive | Las Vegas Tourism "Play Louder"
Adweek | Las Vegas Tourism LVCVA
AdCritic (x2) | Las Vegas Toursim LVCVA
Shoot Magazine | Nevada Power "Summer of 78°"
PDN | Campaign Review and Interview
AdAge | Las Vegas Tourism B2B "Heroes" Campaign
Panels + Interviews
2024 Ad Forum PHNX, Juror
2019-2023 C2A Creative Communication Awards, Juror
2021 One Show-Art Directors Club, WNW Members Juror
2018-2019 AIGA LA, Board & Advisors Nominating Committee
2009 PDN Photography Annual, Juror
2006 Art Institute, Speaker/Mentor, Portfolio Review
About
Bred from a family of artisans, designers, and fashion industry leaders, my mother was a homemaker and artist in her own right who filled my creative toolbox from an early age, while my Dad ran the family business. He was a great merchant and fashion buyer presiding over retail shops on the east coast known for couture and many of today's luxury brands. Growing up, I'd dress window-displays, and dinner-table conversations revolved around movies, football, and the latest runway collections. I'm not a trust-fund-kid, unfortunately, but absolutely filthy-rich with experience. Here's a bit more if your interested.
When not in maker mode, you'll find me growing veggies in my community garden and exploring San Francisco's food scene in search of the sourest sourdough bread...I think it's a toss-up between Tartine and Rosalind Bakery and would love to hear your opinion.