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Summary

I’m a Portland-based designer bringing 20+ years of expertise in brand development, visual storytelling, digital experience design, and creative leadership to help organizations push boundaries and connect with their audiences in the ways that matter most.

Experience

2023–PRESENT

Principal Designer

Self-Employed  |  Portland

Independently providing multimedia design and creative strategies for small to mid-sized organizations

  • Collaborating with clients and cross-disciplinary partners to shape brand strategy, creative direction, and user experiences, delivering cohesive and effective digital and print campaigns
  • Designing and refining interfaces for custom websites and mobile apps, working closely with cross-functional teams to create intuitive and well-crafted solutions

2016–2023

Senior art Director

CLEAResult  |  Portland

Efficiency consultancy partnering with North American utilities to reduce energy use

  • Led design for energy efficiency marketing initiatives across the western US and Canada and supervised creative output, ensuring brand consistency for a fluid roster of utilities
  • Developed multichannel, budget-friendly marketing campaigns through close collaboration with clients, internal stakeholders, vendors, and creative teams
  • Modernized and elevated marketing design and production standards, resulting in successful high-volume campaigns that exceeded energy-use reduction goals and industry benchmarks

2014–2016

Creative Director

Wireccutter  |  Portland

Consumer review platform known for rigorous product testing and expert recommendations

  • Recruited and led the company’s first design team, shaping its creative direction and workflow

  • Established and oversaw daily operations in the satellite Portland office and studio
  • Optimized content creation and publishing processes to allow rapid organizational expansion

  • Facilitated content syndication efforts, supporting the startup’s growth and successful acquisition

2009–2014

Principal Designer

Self-Employed  |  Portland

Independently providing multimedia design and creative strategies for small to mid-sized organizations

2007–2009

Creative Director

Total Beauty Media Group  |  Los Angeles

Network of beauty review websites featuring expert insights, product ratings, and personalized recommendations for cosmetics and skincare

2005–2007

Creative Director

Plus Three  New York

Digital agency specializing in online campaign management for political groups and nonprofits

2001–2005

Senior Graphic Designer

Channel One News  Los Angeles

Educational news network viewed daily by over 12 million American high school and middle school students

2000–2001

Graphic Designer

Bold New World  Los Angeles

Web agency crafting design, development, and digital solutions for brands and organizations across industries

2000

Intern

KJRH  Tulsa, Oklahoma

NBC affiliate delivering news, weather, and community-focused programming for viewers across northeastern Oklahoma

Skills

Art Direction & Visual Design

Brand Identity & Logo Design

Client Relations

Collaborative Ideation

Creative Direction & Strategy

Creative Management & Talent Curation

Interface & Experience Design

Presentation Strategy & Design

User Testing

Conversant in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Proficient with all industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.)

Education

BFA, Graphic Design — Oklahoma State University (1998–2000)

Prior studies — University of Kansas (1995–1997)

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