A little about me
I am a confident, highly energized, effective and persuasive creative professional with extensive experience in print, broadcast and new media. I have spent over 20 years transforming ideas into visually strong, persuasive campaigns for all kinds of clients.
I can lead a team or throw down and do the work. Most often, I do both.
Work history
2011–2025
Associate Creative Director, Art
Mars United Commerce, Southfield, MI
Key member of Senior Creative Staff, instrumental in winning, running and retaining multiple clients in fast-paced shopper marketing environment. Managed the creative and production teams to develop and execute print and digital campaigns for multiple Fortune 500 companies, including Mars Wrigley, Campbell Soup Company, and Pfizer. Lead Art Director and
Stylist for multiple photoshoots across the agency.
2017 Impact Award Recipient.
Winner of Gold and Silver Effie Awards.
1997-2011
Senior Art Director,
Print Production Assistant
SMZ Advertising, Troy, MI
Key member of Senior Creative Staff, instrumental in winning and retaining multiple clients in fast-paced agency environment. Worked with creative team to brainstorm strategies, develop visual appearance and tone and produce strong, attention-getting print, television, direct mail, POS, web site and collateral advertising. Art director lead for photoshoots including food, fashion and furniture. Also worked alongside production manager to quote, schedule and produce printed materials. Clients included The Michigan Lottery, Detroit Tigers, The Taubman Company, Big Boy Restaurants, Automation Alley, The Michigan Dental Association, and Detroit Goodfellows.
1997
Public Relations Coordinator
F&A Communications, Detroit, MI
Provided crisis management, event planning and news writing for clients including the Detroit Postal Service and Tennyson Chevrolet. Spearheaded grand opening events, and expanded client base by making weekly sales calls.
Education
1997
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising
Michigan State University
I graduated from the Communications Arts College with a concentration in creative.
Volunteer time
Bloomfield Youth Soccer League
I coach 7v7 indoor and outdoor girls soccer.
St Clair Shores Goodfellows
I design the holiday paper, the largest fundraiser each year.
American Cancer Society
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraiser and walker.
Woodside Athletic Club
Board member, social chair.
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite • Microsoft Office • Asana
Creative Direction • Graphic Design • Art Direction • Stylist
Print Production • Strategy Development • Branding
Brainstorming • Shopper Marketing • Brand Positioning