Summary
Helping to grow one of the larger ad agencies in the Syracuse area over the last 18 years is an accomplishment I am very proud of. By contributing in any way possible—designing, concepting, illustrating, directing, video editing, and most importantly adapting to changes, demands and obstacles along the way—I was intimately involved in the company’s growth. I helped lead and define company culture, strove to nurture talent, learned new skills, and built a place you’d be proud to work. Now I am looking to leverage my knowledge and passion to be a part of a new challenge.
Responsibilities
• Work closely with copy writers and strategists to concept creative campaigns
• Lead a creative team of art directors, digital designers, and video editors to conceive designs, execute creative vision, and meet deadlines
• Create brand identity design and stewardship through campaign
and brand guide lines
and brand guide lines
• Design logos, print collateral, direct mail, tradeshow booths, conference signage, and promotional material working closely with production team
• Research and create package design
• Concept, illustrate, storyboard with in-house video team
• Source and collaborate with outside video production companies
and illustrators
and illustrators
• Lead internal education committee of department managers
• Mentor art directors and junior art directors
Skills & Competencies
• Creative team and agency leadership
• Talent development
• Strong collaboration and problem solving
• Client relationship-building and presentation skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strength in team building and company culture
Experience
Pinckney Hugo Group | Syracuse, NY
2012-Present | Creative Director
2008-12 | Associate Creative Director
2006-08 | Senior Art Director
2004-06 | Art Director
2003-04 | Assistant Art Director
2012-Present | Creative Director
2008-12 | Associate Creative Director
2006-08 | Senior Art Director
2004-06 | Art Director
2003-04 | Assistant Art Director
Post Standard | Syracuse, NY
2002-03 | Ad design
Delbarton School | Morristown, NJ
2000-03 | Studio and Digital Art Teacher
Education &
Professional Development
Professional Development
Syracuse University
Independent Study Degree Program
Advertising Design
2006-2008
Colorado Institute of Art
Associate Degree Program
Graphic Design
1998-1999
Middlebury College
Bachelor’s Degree
English, Art
1991-1995