VSA Partners
Industry: Media company
DescriptionHeadquarters: Chicago, Illinois, United States Founded: 1982 Subsidiary: Tender Creative LLC
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Monroe County Public Library, Indiana January 2012 - December 2012
Hennepin County Library September 2010 - July 2011
VSA Partners January 2011 - June 2011
IBM Global Business Services January 2009 - August 2010
Champaign County Historical Archives August 2007 - October 2008
University of Illinois August 2006 - October 2008
Skills
Library, History, Archives, Facebook, Museums, Social Media, Metadata, Cataloging
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2008
MLIS, Library Science
Grinnell College 2002 — 2006
B.A., English
DESIGNATION Labs July 2015 - Present
AIGA Chicago May 2014 - Present
Listening and Speaking September 2000 - Present
VSA Partners January 2013 - December 2014
AIGA November 2009 - December 2012
Ogilvy & Mather June 2007 - September 2009
AIGA July 2008 - June 2009
AIGA Raleigh May 2006 - May 2008
Kelly MarCom May 2004 - June 2007
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill August 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Public Speaking, Team Management, Community Management, Communication Skills, Strategic Communications, Non-profit Leadership, Mentoring, Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Branding & Identity, Logo Design, Corporate Identity, Copywriting, Brand Development, Strategic Planning, Typography, Project Planning, Customer Service, Strategic Corporate..., Internal Communications, Brand Management, Copy Editing, Critique, News Writing
Education
North Carolina State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Graphic Design
VSA Partners January 2010 - Present
Element Creative Corporation 2003 - June 2010
NVU Productions October 2001 - May 2003
Freelance Writer and Content Strategist 1996 - 2003
iXL 1999 - 2001
Skills
Web Content Management, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Content Management, Digital Strategy, Content Development, Proposal Writing, New Business Acquisition, Writing Skills, Editorial Strategy, Editorial Planning, Editorial, Usability Testing, Information Architecture, Strategy, User Experience, Usability, Web Content, Experience Design, Marketing Copy, Business Acquisition, Interactive Marketing, Digital Marketing, User Experience Design, Creative Direction, Interaction Design, Writing, Integrated Marketing
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1995 — 1999
BA
Team Detroit March 2015 - August 2015
Portfolio Solutions, LLC August 2013 - February 2015
Leo Burnett Arc July 2012 - May 2013
echogravity June 2012 - July 2012
echogravity September 2011 - May 2012
VSA Partners May 2011 - July 2011
Chicago Tribune Media Group January 2011 - April 2011
Cision August 2010 - January 2011
Evanston Now May 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Content Strategy, Copywriting, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Content Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Content Development, CMS, Content Management, Creative Direction, Journalism, Editorial, SEO, Creative Strategy, User Experience, New Media, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Strategist, WordPress, Editorial Calendars, Taxonomy, Branded Content, Strategic Content..., Content Creation, Writing Skills, Experience Design, Web Content Management, XML, HTML, Mobile Content, Usability Testing, Process Improvement, InDesign, Creative Problem Solving, Brand Communication, Digital Branding, Internet Troubleshooting, Web Development, Software Quality..., Front-end Coding
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Advertising and Public Relations
Other Things Creative September 2012 - Present
Mightybytes, Inc. May 2013 - August 2015
MSU Alumni Club of Metro Chicago July 2012 - April 2014
Tribune Interactive April 2012 - April 2013
Freelance January 2012 - August 2012
MSU Department of Advertising, Public Relations, and Retailing September 2011 - December 2011
VSA Partners June 2011 - August 2011
The State News 2008 - May 2011
Forest Post Productions May 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Social Media, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Rich Media, Creative Direction, HTML, CSS, jQuery, Email Marketing, Digital Illustration, AdInterax, CheckM8, Flite, Celtra, Balsamiq, Display Campaigns, Interaction Design, Layout, Logo Design, Photography, Graphics, Newsletters, Illustration, Posters, Direct Mail, Wireframes
Education
Michigan State University 2007 — 2011
BFA, BA, Graphic Design, Advertising
The Starter League 2013 — 2013
User Experience Design
Brother Rice High School 2004 — 2007
VSA Partners February 2014 - January 2015
The Nord Family Foundation January 2013 - March 2014
Ounce of Prevention Fund March 2013 - August 2013
Chicago Public Media August 2012 - January 2013
Flying Kites Global January 2012 - April 2012
Sapient June 2010 - August 2011
Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago September 2007 - October 2008
Chicago Sun-Times May 2007 - July 2007
Fox News Chicago January 2007 - May 2007
Skills
Editing, Copywriting, Internal Communications, Photoshop, Pro Tools, Raiser's Edge, SharePoint, Aperture, Photography, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Direct Mail Fundraising, Digital Journalism, journalism, Writing, Journalism, Storytelling, Marketing Communications, Editorial, Creative Direction
Education
University of Chicago Graham School 2009 — 2010
Certificate in Editing, Editing
Loyola University of Chicago 2005 — 2007
BA, Journalism, Anthropology
Waldorf Astoria Chicago June 2014 - June 2015
Waldorf Astoria Chicago February 2012 - June 2014
Elysian Hotel Chicago March 2011 - January 2012
Red Frog Events August 2010 - January 2011
VSA Partners August 2009 - August 2010
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts July 2007 - March 2009
Skills
Hotels, Corporate Events, Event Management, Event Planning, Food & Beverage, Menu Development, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Management, Banquets, Marketing, Meeting Planning, Hospitality, Advertising, Hospitality Industry, Catering
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, International Business, Spanish
Bishop McNamara High School 1999 — 2003
Facebook June 2015 - Present
Facebook March 2014 - June 2015
VSA Partners January 2013 - March 2014
Draftfcb June 2012 - August 2012
AlumTalks September 2011 - December 2011
JWT June 2011 - August 2011
NBC Universal June 2010 - August 2010
The British Museum June 2009 - August 2009
University of Rochester February 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Google Analytics, Microsoft Excel, R, Survey Research, Social Media Marketing, SPSS, Predictive Analytics, Segmentation, SQL, SAS, Simmons, Integrated Marketing, Online Marketing, Maptitude, Stata, Interactive Dashboard..., Minitab, Photoshop, Illustrator
Education
Northwestern University
M.S., Integrated Marketing Communications
University of Rochester
B.A., Economics & Business Strategies, 3.89
University of Rochester
Bachelor's Degree, Art History
Epic Games April 2015 - Present
Faculty Creative December 2013 - Present
Prophet September 2012 - November 2013
Material Group September 2009 - October 2012
Domani Studios August 2008 - September 2009
Arc Worldwide January 2004 - August 2008
VSA Partners 2002 - 2004
Design Kitchen 2001 - 2004
Skills
Interaction Design, Experience Design, User Experience, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Motion Design, Typography, Information Architecture, User Interface Design, Creative Strategy, ActionScript, Web Design, Digital Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Concept Development, Interactive Advertising, Information Design, User Experience Design, Interactive Media, Usability, User-centered Design, Flash, Expectations Management, Mobile Applications, User Interface, Illustration, Graphic Design, Design Strategy, Digital Media, Mobile Design, Visual Communication, Visual Design, Corporate Branding, Brand Architecture
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1997 — 1999
Masters, Design and Visualisation
Muhlenberg College 1993 — 1997
BS, Biology / Art
Holmdel High School 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Design and Applied Arts
VSA Partners, Inc. June 2015 - Present
VSA Partners June 2012 - June 2015
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia March 2012 - June 2012
Western Golf Association/Evans Scholars Foundation June 2011 - February 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, CMS, Editing, Social Media, Photography, InCopy, Branded Content, Content Matrices, AP Style, PC, Mac, Editorial, Public Relations, Newsletters
Education
Northwestern University 2009 — 2013
BS, Journalism and Psychology
VSA Partners August 2013 - Present
VSA Partners May 2013 - August 2013
City of Columbus Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration August 2012 - December 2012
The Ohio State University February 2012 - December 2012
Flying Horse Farms January 2012 - September 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Facebook, Twitter, InDesign, Basic HTML and CSS, Dreamweaver, Tumblr, Mac, PC, iMovie, TAS, Photoshop, Writing, Content Management, Content Strategy, Research, Creative Strategy, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Newsletters, Public Relations, Fundraising, Email Marketing, Advertising, Copywriting, Blogging, Press Releases, Editing, Nonprofits, Marketing, Event Management, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Video, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Web Content, Social Networking
Education
The Ohio State University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Miami University 2009 — 2010
Imari April 2014 - Present
VSA Partners May 2012 - Present
IBM January 2014 - January 2015
Citizen Made February 2011 - 2015
NYU School of Professional Studies January 2013 - January 2014
Acquity Group July 2007 - April 2012
Skills
Experience Design, Information Architecture, Brand Development, Brand Identity, Fashion Retail, Digital Strategy, Fashion, User Experience, User-centered Design, Usability Testing, Interaction Design, User Interface Design, Personas, Heuristic Evaluation, Market Research, Mobile Design, Usability Design, Site Maps, Axure, Wire Framing, OmniGraffle, Card Sorting, User Scenarios, Usability Engineering, Experience Strategy, Strategy, Information Design, User Experience Design, Mobile Devices, E-commerce, Design Strategy, Rapid Prototyping, Digital Marketing, Analytics, User Interface, Usability, Wireframes, User Research, Visual Design, Strategic Partnerships, Mobile Applications, Web Analytics, Front-end, Content Strategy, Design Thinking, Interactive Marketing, Human Computer..., Web Project Management, Creative Direction, CMS
Education
Northwestern University
Bachelors of Science, Electrical Engineering
Parsons School of Design 2010 — 2010
Consumer Behavior
LEE Branding December 2014 - Present
Freelance September 2012 - Present
THEY design May 1999 - Present
Campbell Mithun July 2013 - September 2014
VSA Partners November 2012 - July 2013
OLSON May 2010 - September 2012
Thomson Reuters March 2009 - August 2009
Pixel Farm May 2006 - March 2007
Skills
Art Direction, Traditional Media, Graphic Design, Creative Concept..., Illustration, Photo Art Direction, Advertising, Posters, Photography, Screen Printing, Cinematography, Videography, Animation, Video Editing, Web Design, interactive design, Concept Development, Illustrator, Video, Interactive Advertising, Art, New Media, Integrated Marketing, Creative Direction, Motion Graphics, Creative Strategy, Corporate Identity, Typography, Logo Design, Film, Branding & Identity, Layout, Image Manipulation, Graphics
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Double Major: Filmmaking & Graphic Design. Minor: Comic Illustration
State Farm March 2015 - Present
SRAM, LLC October 2011 - February 2015
Active Transportation Alliance November 2008 - October 2011
Lisa P. Maxwell March 2008 - October 2008
VSA Partners September 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Web Design, Photoshop, Typography, Creative Direction, Photography, Art Direction, Advertising, Layout, Dreamweaver, Logo Design, Brand Development, Branding & Identity, Art, Concept Development
Education
Illinois State University 2001 — 2007
B.F.A., Graphic Design, Fine Art, Cinema Studies
Fjord January 2015 - Present
Lori Muszynski Photography November 2013 - Present
Self Employed January 2014 - December 2014
VSA Partners August 2012 - July 2013
frog February 2010 - August 2012
Big Spaceship August 2009 - November 2009
IOMEDIA November 2008 - July 2009
IOMEDIA June 2007 - October 2008
IOMEDIA September 2006 - May 2007
Accenture 2004 - 2006
Skills
Digital Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy, User Experience, Information Architecture, Web Project Management, Mobile Devices, Adobe Creative Suite, Branding & Identity, Strategy, Flash, CRM
Education
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2005
Associates, Interior Design
Northern Illinois University 1995 — 1999
BS, Organizational Communications
VSA Partners August 2015 - Present
VSA Partners, Inc. April 2015 - August 2015
Freelance January 2015 - March 2015
Firebelly Design November 2014 - January 2015
Tom, Dick & Harry Creative, LLC January 2014 - November 2014
Jay's Catering Company July 2012 - January 2014
Northern Illinois University May 2011 - July 2012
Northern Star Media August 2009 - April 2012
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Wordpress, Graphic Design, Web Design, Photography, Illustration, Mobile Applications, Print, WordPress, Visual Communication, Brand Development, Advertising, Typography, Layout, Corporate Identity, Posters, Logo Design, Branding & Identity, Brochures, Graphics, Packaging, Art Direction, Creative Direction
Education
Northern Illinois University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Design and Visual Communications, General
Illinois Central College 2007 — 2008
Design and Visual Communications, General
WCHS
VSA Partners April 2011 - Present
Havas Worldwide/Upshot January 2008 - April 2011
BearingPoint June 2007 - September 2007
Starcom MediaVest Group August 2004 - August 2006
HIMSS Analytics February 2003 - August 2004
Skills
Strategy, Brand Strategy, Brand Architecture, Brand Development, Segmentation, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Insight, Market Research, Positioning, Integrated Marketing, Corporate Branding, Product Marketing, Branding & Identity, Portfolio Management, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy
Education
Northwestern University 2006 — 2007
M.S., Integrated Marketing Communications, Magna cum laude
University of Illinois at Chicago 1999 — 2002
B.A., Economics and Psychology
Motorola Solutions October 2013 - Present
VSA Partners 2010 - October 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation May 2009 - June 2010
Sapient, Gomoll Research & Design, Hanson Dodge, HSBC, Bell Fuels 2007 - June 2010
hsbc 2007 - 2007
Metavante August 2003 - June 2006
Metavante August 1996 - August 2003
Skills
Interaction Design, Information Architecture, User Experience, Research, User-centered Design, Wireframes, Usability Testing, Ethnography, Content Strategy, User Experience Design, Persona, Heuristic Evaluation, Usability, Design Strategy, User Interface Design, Experience Design, User Research, Design Thinking, Concept Development, Card Sorting, Contextual Inquiry, Axure, Information Design, Service Design, Paper Prototyping, OmniGraffle, Wire Framing, Mobile Design, Rapid Prototyping, Usability Engineering, User Interface, Site Maps, User Scenarios, Human Computer..., Visual Design, Accessibility, Participatory Design, Task Analysis, Digital Strategy, Mobile Applications
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 2007 — 2008
Masters of Design Methods, Communications, Research, Strategy
Institute of Design 2007 — 2008
MDM, Design methods, research, strategy, innovation
VSA Partners December 2013 - Present
Freelance 2008 - Present
Grady Campbell Incorporated June 2008 - November 2013
Media Services - Northern Illinois University 2006 - 2008
Skills
Design Direction, Brand Management, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Typography, Illustration, Logo Design, Corporate Identity, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Brochures, Photoshop, After Effects, Visual Communication, Brand Development, Branding & Identity, Information Design, Communication Design, Interaction Design, Posters, Layout
Education
Northern Illinois University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Visual Communication
Akademia Sztuk Pieknych w Katowicach 2008 — 2008
Study Abroad, Design and Visual Communications, General
Perkins+Will February 2014 - Present
IA Interior Architects October 2009 - May 2012
VSA Partners 2000 - 2008
Anteon 1998 - 1999
Integrated Systems Control 1997 - 1998
Skills
AutoCAD, AutoCAD..., 3ds Max, SketchUp, Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, MS Office Suite, Space planning, Interior Design, 3D Studio Max, Sketching, Rendering, Concept Design, Space Planning, Design Research, Concept Development
Education
University of California, San Diego 1992 — 1996
BA, Visual Arts, Studio
Harrington College of Design 2005 — 2009
BFA, Interior Design
PH Digital Labs (PHDL) October 2014 - Present
Cue, Inc December 2012 - July 2014
Cue, Inc June 2012 - December 2012
Iowa State University November 2010 - May 2012
ISU Dining July 2008 - May 2012
VSA Partners June 2011 - August 2011
Graphic Design Student Association August 2010 - May 2011
Iowa State Daily July 2008 - July 2009
Skills
Design Research, Typography, Illustration, Writing, Strategy, Digital, User Interface Design, Italian, InDesign, Packaging, Graphic Design, Web Design, Layout, Drawing, Art, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Branding & Identity, Logo Design, Posters, Corporate Identity, Art Direction
Education
Iowa State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design
Audible, Inc. (an Amazon company) August 2014 - Present
Sysomos February 2014 - August 2014
Razorfish November 2011 - February 2014
Razorfish November 2009 - November 2011
Razorfish November 2008 - November 2009
Freelance September 2008 - November 2008
50,000feet October 2004 - September 2008
VSA Partners December 2002 - October 2004
VSA Partners July 2000 - December 2002
Ketchum November 1999 - July 2000
Skills
Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Creative Direction, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Brand Communication, Digital Communication..., Marketing Communications, Digital Strategy, Strategic Communications, User Experience, Creative Strategy, Copywriting, Corporate Branding, Content Strategy, Corporate Communications, Strategy, Interactive Advertising, Market Research, Digital Media, Interactive Marketing
Education
Princeton University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
NYU Stern School of Business
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
VSA Partners June 2015 - Present
VSA Partners July 2011 - Present
VSA Partners May 2010 - June 2011
Self-employed September 2004 - July 2010
Oxygen Media NBC Universal July 2006 - 2009
NYU Law School ITS September 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Drupal, Front-end, CSS, Wordpress, JavaScript, jQuery, Social Networking, HTML, User-centered Design, WordPress, User Interface Design, User Experience, Information Architecture, MySQL, SEO
Education
New York University
Master's, Interactive Telecommunications Program, ITP
Braintree August 2015 - Present
Modest, Inc. May 2014 - August 2015
dscout August 2011 - April 2014
gravitytank July 2013 - December 2013
gravitytank April 2010 - July 2013
VSA Partners November 2009 - April 2010
University of Chicago Booth School of Business December 2008 - August 2009
VSA Partners, Inc. June 2007 - November 2008
Mirko Ilic Corp. May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
CSS3, jQuery, Adobe Creative Suite, Information Architecture, Web Design, Storyboarding, Concept Development, User Interface Design, Information Design, User Experience, Interaction Design, Mobile Devices, HAML, SASS, Front-end Engineering, HTML 5, Ruby on Rails, Ruby, Rapid Prototyping, PHP, Art Direction, Usability Testing, CSS
Education
Missouri State University 2002 — 2007
BFA, Dual Emphasis - Graphic Design, Illustration
AIGA Chicago July 2015 - Present
VSA Partners March 2014 - Present
Michael Kors August 2012 - February 2014
Arc 2014 - 2014
Creative Realities March 2011 - July 2012
BBDO August 2008 - March 2011
Skills
Editorial Planning, Editorial Consulting, Editorial Direction, Copywriting, SEO copywriting, Copy Editing, Editing, Print, Wedding Photography, Typography, Writing, Technical Writing, Proposal Writing, Report Writing, Creative Writing, Feature Writing, Speech Writing, Writing Skills, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Press Releases, Press Kits, Press, Online Advertising, Outdoor Advertising, Mobile Advertising, Interactive Advertising, Radio Advertising, Market Research, Editorial Skills, Scripting, Script Editing, Editorial, Ideation, Radio, Television, Books, Book Design, Food Writing, Fashion Writing, Photo Styling, Ghostwriting, Marketing, Blogging, Brand Development, Feature Articles, Integrated Marketing, Photo Shoots, E-commerce, Content Development
Education
New York University 2008 — 2008
Book and Magazine Publishing; Creative Media
Miami University 2004 — 2008
BA, English-Creative Writing (Major); Sociology (Minor)
Miami University Dolibois European Center 2007 — 2007
Mariemont High School 2000 — 2004
No Limit Agency July 2015 - Present
VSA Partners January 2014 - July 2015
Nelson Cash January 2013 - January 2014
FREEFORM, Inc. January 2012 - January 2013
Beyond Design July 2007 - December 2011
St. Francis Mortgage 2005 - 2007
Quad Graphics 2003 - 2005
Skills
Strategy, Account Management, New Business Development, Project Management, Product Development, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking, Product Innovation, Teamwork, Customer Service, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Management, InDesign, Customer Relations, Product Design, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Social Media, Proposal Writing, User Experience, Marketing Communications, CRM, Problem Solving, Management, Online Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Adobe Creative Suite, Vendor Relations, B2B, Brand Development, Product Marketing, Product Management, Market Research, Training, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Lead Generation, Marketing Research, Digital Strategy, Web Design, Web Applications, Logo Design, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Direct Marketing, Project Planning, Agile & Waterfall...
Education
Iowa State University - College of Business 1999 — 2004
B.S., Marketing & International Business
Ames High School 1995 — 1999
VSA Partners September 2013 - Present
VSA Partners May 2013 - August 2013
Illinois Wesleyan University August 2012 - May 2013
Nordstrom May 2012 - August 2012
Northwestern University's Center on Wrongful Convictions February 2012 - May 2012
Illinois Wesleyan University January 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Research, Non-profits, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, PowerPoint, Sales
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2009 — 2013
BS, Economics, Sociology
Deloitte January 2014 - September 2014
VSA Partners April 2013 - January 2014
Grant Thornton LLP December 2008 - December 2012
Acumen Solutions November 2005 - November 2008
Michael Baker Corporation 2004 - 2006
Skills
Technical Recruiting, Performance Management, Recruiting, Onboarding, College Recruiting, Internet Recruiting, Sourcing, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, PeopleSoft, Program Management, Employee Relations, Change Management, Employee Benefits, Applicant Tracking..., Organizational..., Management Consulting, HRIS, Personnel Management, Business Process..., Human Resources
Education
Marymount University 2004 — 2007
Illinois State University 1995 — 1998
Witch Doctor Studios May 2009 - Present
VSA Partners April 2011 - March 2012
Aon March 2008 - August 2009
Red Car February 2007 - February 2008
A&E Television Networks August 2005 - February 2007
Wall Street Reporter Magazine 2003 - 2004
University of Kentucky 2000 - 2001
Big Shoulders Digital Video 2000 - 2001
Skills
Motion Graphics, Post Production, Graphics, Video, Editing, After Effects, Cinema 4D, Animation, Television, Film Production, Graphic Design, Web Video, Final Cut Pro, Visual Effects, Compositing
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2002 — 2004
B.F.A, Visual Communications
University of Kentucky 1997 — 2001
B.A, Telecommunications
OPRF 1993 — 1997
50,000feet July 2015 - Present
EST. NOW 2009 - Present
VSA Partners October 2013 - June 2015
IA Collaborative April 2010 - October 2013
Valerio Dewalt Train January 2010 - April 2010
ARS Interactive 2009 - 2009
Northern Illinois University 2008 - 2009
Skills
Typography, Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Art Direction, Interaction Design, Concept Development, Design Strategy, User Experience, Web Design, Branding & Identity, Posters, Motion Graphics, Corporate Identity
Education
Northern Illinois University 2005 — 2009
B.F.A., Visual Communication
McHenry County College 2003 — 2005
A.A., Liberal Arts
VSA Partners October 2010 - May 2015
eClick Performance April 2007 - July 2008
Ian Ryan Interactive 2005 - 2007
Don Johnston, Inc. 2001 - 2005
Tukaiz February 2000 - February 2001
Skills
Web Design, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Interaction Design, JavaScript, Web Development, HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL, Dojo, jQuery, jQuery Mobile, jQuery UI, Zepto, Dreamweaver, Information Architecture, XML, HTML 5, XHTML, Wordpress, Front-end, E-commerce, AJAX, OS X, Scrum, Website Development, Mobile Design, Microformats, Subversion, Cross-browser..., WordPress, OmniGraffle, Branding & Identity, Mobile Applications, HTML5
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Multimedia & Web Design
Illinois Institute of Art February 2012 - July 2012
Energy BBDO December 2011 - January 2012
VSA Partners April 2011 - November 2011
Slingshot Labs August 2009 - December 2009
Sony 2009 - 2009
Miami Ad School September 2006 - September 2008
Lowe March 2008 - June 2008
Saatchi & Saatchi Advertising January 2008 - March 2008
Skills
Copywriting, Writing, Advertising, Stories, Adobe Creative Suite, Art, Storytelling, Digital Media, Social Media, Creative Direction, Editing, Creative Strategy, Art Direction, InDesign, Facebook, Concept Development, Interactive Advertising
Education
Miami Ad School 2006 — 2008
Copywriting
University of California, Irvine 2002 — 2006
University of California, Berkeley
B.A, Studio Art
Miami Advertising School
Copywriting in Advertising
The Office of Experience August 2014 - Present
VSA Partners July 2012 - August 2014
VSA Partners September 2010 - July 2012
Gorilla Chicago March 2007 - September 2010
(self) January 2005 - August 2010
R.Bird & Company, Inc. 2001 - 2005
Cyberdesic 2000 - 2001
Skills
Information Architecture, User Experience, User Interface Design, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Creative Strategy, Digital Marketing, Web Design, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Consumer Brands, Digital Strategy, Design Methodology, E-commerce, User-centered Design, Art Direction, Visual Communication, Photo Shoot Direction, Design Leadership, Design Management, Application Design, Interaction Design, Strategy, Usability Testing, Interactive Advertising, User Interface, Mobile Design, Experience Design, Usability, Concept Development, Corporate Branding, Wireframes, Design Strategy, Web Development, Information Design, Typography, Branding & Identity, OmniGraffle, CMS, Heuristic Evaluation, User Experience Design, Corporate Identity, Wire Framing, Design Thinking, Persona, User Research, Content Strategy, Communication Design, Interactive Marketing, Brand Architecture
Education
Illinois State University 1997 — 2000
MFA
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1994 — 1995
BFA
University of Maryland College Park 1990 — 1994
BA
R/GA May 2015 - Present
IIT Institute of Design January 2015 - Present
Dinesh Goburdhun September 2014 - May 2015
VSA Partners December 2007 - August 2014
Gravity Tank January 2005 - October 2007
Cheskin February 2003 - July 2004
Continuum October 2000 - June 2001
Agency.com March 1999 - October 2000
Continuum January 1997 - March 1999
Skills
Design Thinking, Design Strategy, Experience Design, Concept Development, Product Innovation, Business Strategy, Digital Strategy, Ethnography, Product Design, Innovation Consulting, Service Design, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Thinking, Strategy, User Experience, User-centered Design, User Research, Creative Direction
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 1993 — 1996
MDes, Design Planning
Kalamazoo College 1987 — 1991
BA, Theatre and Communications
Leo Burnett May 2012 - Present
VSA Partners June 2007 - May 2012
Count Chocula's Pool Party from the Age of Awesomeness June 2007 - July 2007
Hanson Dodge Creative 2004 - 2007
Eleven / Invioni 2001 - 2004
Milwaukee Art Museum September 2001 - July 2002
Skills
Graphic Design, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Typography, Interaction Design, User Experience, Concept Development, Web Design, Image Manipulation, Brand Development, User Interface Design, Visual Communication, Corporate Identity, Creative Strategy, Illustrator, Experience Design
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 1997 — 2001
VSA Partners 1990 - Present
Datu Health January 2014 - Present
Gene Siskel Film Center December 2012 - Present
Project M 2003 - Present
Kansas City Art Institute October 2013 - 2014
AIGA National 2009 - 2012
Burson-Marsteller 1987 - 1990
The Marlow Group 1985 - 1987
Skills
Creative Direction, Art Direction, Corporate Identity, Visual Communication, Interaction Design, Typography, Branding & Identity, Logo Design, Experience Design, User Experience, Concept Development, Information Design, Design Strategy, Web Design, Illustration, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Information Architecture, Corporate Branding
Education
University of Kansas 1979 — 1983
BFA, Visual Communications
Kent State University
Design Program in Switzerland, Graphic Design
Digital Kitchen May 2010 - Present
Digital Kitchen January 2010 - April 2010
ToddFX January 2005 - April 2010
Filmworkers Club December 2009 - December 2009
VSA Partners November 2009 - December 2009
Red Car October 2009 - October 2009
Filmworkers Club September 2009 - September 2009
VSA Partners August 2009 - August 2009
Outsider Inc. January 2009 - June 2009
Skills
3D Studio Max, Animation, 3D Modeling, Texturing, Vray, Lighting, Mudbox, Eyeon Fusion, Compositing
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2005 — 2008
BFA, Visual Effects & Motion Graphics
VSA Partners June 2012 - Present
The Material Group May 2011 - June 2012
Self-employed February 2009 - May 2011
Doublejump Interactive February 2009 - May 2011
Seven Lights, LLC November 2007 - March 2009
Arc Worldwide July 2007 - November 2007
15 Letters November 2004 - June 2007
Otherwise Incorporated March 2004 - October 2004
Comm Tech Lab (MSU) June 2001 - August 2003
Skills
Web Development, iOS development, Android development, User Experience, Python, Django, Node.js, Mobile Applications, User Interface Design, AWS, Interactive Media, Emerging Technologies, Game Design, Interaction Design, ActionScript, Flash, Information Architecture, Concept Development, Interactive Advertising, Team Leadership, Miniature Horses, Creative Technology, User Experience Design, Game Development, jQuery, Mobile Devices, HTML5, Technical Planning, Kiosk Development, Unity3D, Rapid Prototyping, Digital Strategy, Magento, eCommerce, Gulp, AngularJS, Objective-C, JavaScript, E-commerce
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelors, Telecommunications
Michigan State University
Masters, Digital Media Arts / Game Design
Freelance Designer October 2008 - Present
Remedy February 2015 - Present
VSA Partners December 2013 - January 2015
Fossil Group, Inc. October 2012 - November 2013
Fossil Group, Inc. August 2010 - October 2012
Hatch Show Print May 2010 - June 2010
Stone Ward May 2009 - June 2009
Skills
Letterpress, Graphic Design, Posters, Packaging, Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, Printmaking, Vector Illustration, Art, Catalogs, Visual Communication, Creative Direction, Image Manipulation, Corporate Branding, Illustrator, Graphics
Education
Harding University 2006 — 2010
BFA, Graphic Design
VSA Partners, Inc. May 2014 - Present
VSA Partners February 2012 - May 2014
Resurrection Health Care July 2010 - 2014
Oral & Maxillofacial Imaging Centers Chicago November 2009 - February 2012
LivingSocial July 2011 - October 2011
Physicians Immediate Care September 2008 - November 2009
Rush University Medical Center December 2007 - July 2008
Children's Memorial Hospital August 2007 - December 2007
Rush University Medical Center January 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Administration, Google Calendar, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Scheduling, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Customer Relations, Problem Solving, Epic, PACS, Healthcare, Radiology, Radiography, Hospitals, X-ray, Medical Imaging, Diagnostics, Clinical, Imaging, Teaching, Medical Devices, Surgery, Clinical Research, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Administrative..., Calendaring, Heavy Calendaring, Marketing, Teamwork, Facebook, Healthcare Management, Digital Imaging, Fluoroscopy, EMR, ARRT, Medical Records, Patient Safety, Orthopedic, Pediatrics, Healthcare Information..., Time Management, Medicine, Epic Systems, Social Media
Education
Harper College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Applied Science, Radiologic Technology, 3.61
Harper College 2003 — 2006
Associates of Arts, Liberal Studies, 3.78
Saint Viator High School 1999 — 2003
High School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
St. Nicholas School of Ukrainian Studies 1990 — 2002
High School, Ukrainian Studies
R/GA July 2015 - Present
AKQA March 2014 - June 2015
HUSH January 2014 - March 2014
Mother September 2013 - December 2013
VSA Partners June 2013 - September 2013
YesYesYes Design January 2013 - June 2013
Imprint Projects September 2012 - December 2012
Museum of Contemporary Art, Taipei June 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Typography, InDesign, Illustration, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Concept Development, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, After Effects, Motion Graphics, Photoshop, Web Design, Visual Communication, Art Direction, Photography, Corporate Identity, Book Design, Branding & Identity
Education
Pratt Institute 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Design and Visual Communications, General
Tamkang University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Information and Communication
VSA Partners March 2014 - Present
VSA Partners October 2009 - March 2014
Bark Design July 2008 - August 2009
Kent State University: Student Recreation and Wellness Center August 2007 - July 2008
Point to Point June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Visual Communication, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, Graphic Design, Branding & Identity, Advertising, Photography, Art, Catalogs, Web Design, Art Direction, Corporate Identity, Concept Development, Creative Direction
Education
Kent State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Visual Communication Design
Leo Burnett August 2014 - Present
VSA Partners October 2009 - July 2014
RAD May 2009 - September 2009
Thirst May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Typography, User Experience, Graphic Design, Branding & Identity, Art Direction, Interaction Design, Logo Design, Exhibit Design, Experience Design, Mobile Design
Education
Iowa State University 2005 — 2009
BFA, Graphic Design
Conjure February 2015 - Present
VSA Partners 1989 - 1995
Skills
Advertising, Corporate Identity, Art Direction, Typography, Visual Communication, Creative Direction, Design Strategy, Pre-press, Logo Design, Marketing Strategy, Experience Design, Graphic Design, Information Architecture, Illustration, Branding & Identity, Brand Development, Layout, Annual Reports, Collateral, Image Manipulation, Illustrator, Brochures, Adobe Creative Suite, Catalogs, Art, InDesign, Image Editing, Packaging, Graphics, Web Design, Communication Design, Flash, Digital Photography, User Interface Design, Mac, Information Design, Posters, Dreamweaver, Interaction Design, Photoshop, Business Cards, Brand Architecture, Photography, Corporate Branding, Invitations, Direct Mail, User Experience, Creative Strategy, Book Design, Concept Development
Education
Executive Management Program – Harvard Business School 2007 — 2007
Brand and Marketing Strategy
Northern Illinois University 1983 — 1985
BFA, Visual Communications
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1981 — 1982
Fine Art, Design
IDEO February 2015 - Present
50,000feet November 2014 - January 2015
VSA Partners June 2013 - November 2014
Maryland Institute College of Art August 2011 - May 2013
Pentagram May 2012 - August 2012
School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2009 - 2011
Milwaukee Art Museum September 2005 - August 2009
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design 2007 - 2009
Jack White Design 2004 - 2005
Meyer & Wallis 2003 - 2003
Skills
Graphic design, web design, Typography, Art Direction, InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, Print Production, Advertising, Publications, Teaching, Email Marketing, Microsoft Office, Mentoring, Creative Direction, Posters, Corporate Identity, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, Logos, Pre-press, Mac, Dreamweaver, Interaction Design, Concept Development, Visual Communication, User Experience, Direct Mail, Creative Strategy, Graphic Design, Art, Screen Printing, Photography, Drawing, Web Design, Graphics, After Effects
Education
The Maryland Institute College of Art 2011 — 2013
MFA, Graphic Design
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design 2001 — 2004
BFA, Communication Design
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1999 — 2001
Art
Metropolis Coffee Company June 2009 - Present
Village Voice Media January 2007 - Present
Detour April 2007 - August 2008
VSA Partners 2007 - 2008
McGraw-Hill 2004 - 2008
Metro Times February 2006 - April 2007
Pitchfork Media 2004 - 2006
All Music Guide February 2003 - December 2005
CDW January 2002 - August 2002
Getty Images June 2000 - August 2001
Education
Grand Valley State University 1994 — 1997
BA, History
Systems Technology Co. June 2013 - Present
Quality Appointment Setters -- QAS November 2010 - June 2013
1st Financial Training Services June 2008 - February 2009
NARI November 2006 - May 2008
Out Source Marketing, Inc. September 2005 - November 2006
Mary Kay Cosmetics July 1999 - January 2001
Patty's Playhouse January 1997 - May 2000
CBIS October 1995 - January 1997
VSA Partners 1989 - 1991
Skills
Word, Outlook, Data Entry, Customer Service, Excel, Call Center, Marketing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Budgets
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 1982 — 1986
BFA, Music Theatre
VSA Partners 2012 - Present
Schawk! 2011 - 2012
Draftfcb 2002 - 2011
Foote, Cone & Belding 2001 - 2002
Foote, Cone & Belding 1999 - 2001
Leo Burnett/Capps Digital 1997 - 1999
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, Digital Asset Management, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Font Management, Creative Problem Solving, Production, Advertising, Creative Direction, Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Account Management, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Interactive Marketing, Digital Strategy, Creative Strategy, Digital Marketing, Strategy, Brand Development, Leadership, Art Direction, Image Manipulation, Interactive Advertising, Outdoor Advertising, Creative Services, Brand Architecture, Corporate Branding, Collateral, Graphic Design, Branding & Identity, Concept Development, Digital Media, Content Strategy, Corporate Identity, Catalogs
Education
Lake Forest Graduate School of Management 2007 — 2010
MBA, Emphasis on Organizational Behavior
University of Missouri 1989 — 1993
BA, English
Keybase August 2015 - Present
CaleyOstrander.com June 2009 - Present
Birchbox August 2014 - August 2015
VSA Partners July 2013 - July 2014
Tank Design January 2011 - June 2013
BEAM Interactive August 2010 - December 2010
Rue La La June 2010 - August 2010
Portland Magazine June 2009 - September 2009
Phoenix Media/Communications Group June 2009 - September 2009
Stonewall Kitchen June 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Creative Direction, Art Direction, Product Design, Start-ups, Early-stage Startups, Interaction Design, User Interface Design, E-commerce, User Experience, Brand Development, Responsive web design, Typography, Information Architecture, Web Design, Graphic Design, Brand Identity, Creative Strategy, Logo Design, Lean Startup, Entrepreneurship, Interactive Media, Start-up Consulting, Startup Development, Start-up Ventures, Fashion, Beauty Industry, Luxury, Luxury Goods, Luxury Brand Marketing, Management, Consulting
Education
Massachusetts College of Art & Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
Maine College of Art
Illustration
Syracuse University
Illustration
Kennebunk High School
IIT Institute of Design August 2013 - Present
white_space 여백 January 2014 - Present
Big Human Inc April 2014 - Present
Strategos August 2010 - December 2013
Avenue Marketing and Communications 2009 - 2010
Doblin Group August 2007 - December 2008
Meta4 Design November 2000 - August 2007
BiggsGilmore December 1999 - November 2000
iXL Enterprises, (Razorfish) 1998 - 1999
VSA Partners 1996 - 1999
Skills
Creative Direction, User Experience, Strategy, Concept Development, Customer Insight, Business Strategy, Web Design, Qualitative Research, Digital Strategy, Innovation Management, Design Thinking, Interaction Design, User Research, Strategic Thinking, Information Architecture, Design Strategy, User-centered Design, Leadership, Ethnography, Rapid Prototyping, Design Management, Experience Design, Innovation Consulting, Product Innovation, User Scenarios, Information Design, Strategic Consulting, Brand Architecture, User Experience Design, Entrepreneurship, Persona, Product Development, Usability Testing
Education
Institute of Design at IIT 2004 — 2006
Masters of Design Methods
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business
B.A.
Kalamazoo College
Freshman year
Rutgers University June 2015 - Present
VSA Partners October 2013 - June 2015
R/GA November 2012 - July 2013
New York University September 2011 - September 2012
Interbrand September 2007 - June 2010
Skills
Entertainment, QuarkXPress, Web Analytics, Non-fiction, Technical Writing, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Poetry, Editorial, Storytelling, Public Relations, Messaging, Copy Editing, Content Strategy, Fiction
Education
Harvard University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature/Letters
New York University 2010 — 2012
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Creative Writing
Synergy Creative, Inc. February 2009 - Present
Pressley-Jacobs Design December 1997 - February 2009
Meindl & Associates July 1995 - December 1997
VSA Partners January 1997 - June 1997
Skills
Art Direction, Corporate Identity, Typography, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Layout, Brochures, Creative Strategy, Branding & Identity, Posters, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Brand Development, InDesign, Corporate Branding
Education
University of Chicago, Graham School 2013 — 2013
Integrated Marketing / Branding
Northern Illinois University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Design and Visual Communication
Camp Studios February 2014 - Present
VSA Partners April 2011 - July 2014
Siegel + Gale October 2008 - April 2011
Siegel+Gale April 2007 - October 2008
fairly painless advertising May 2003 - April 2007
Skills
Art Direction, Typography, Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Concept Development, Logo Design, Creative Strategy, Illustration, Packaging, Experience Design, Information Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Branding & Identity, Brand Development, Brand Architecture, Design Strategy, Corporate Branding, Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Integrated Marketing, Visual Identity, Communication Design, User Interface Design
Education
Kendall College of Art & Design 1999 — 2003
BFA, Visual Communications
VSA Partners May 2011 - Present
Manifest Digital July 2009 - May 2011
News America Marketing June 2006 - May 2009
University Directories May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Direct Marketing, Retail, E-commerce, Management, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Digital Strategy, Interactive Advertising
Education
Ohio University
Journalism, Advertising Management
Bioelements January 2007 - Present
Hans Lushina Graphic Design Services 1995 - 2013
Pagliuco Design Company April 2000 - January 2007
Perolio Inc 1997 - 2000
ComCorp 1996 - 1997
sparc 1996 - 1996
VSA Partners 1995 - 1995
Pivot Design 1995 - 1995
Skills
Retail Packaging, Brand Communication, Creative Direction, Corporate Identity, Art Direction, Typography, Concept Development, Branding & Identity, Experience Design, Creative Strategy, Visual Communication, Packaging, Annual Reports, Mobile Design, Catalogs, Interaction Design
Education
Northern Illinois University 1993 — 1995
BFA, Visual Communications / Art History
Pivotal Labs May 2015 - Present
Freelance 2000 - Present
VSA Partners August 2012 - October 2014
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design August 2006 - August 2012
Best Buy 2005 - 2007
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Mac, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Mac OS X, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Photography, InDesign, Customer Service, Digital Photography, Web Design, Software Installation, Dreamweaver, Social Media, Adobe Acrobat, Windows, Wordpress, OS X, Casper, Jamf CCA, Jamf CMA, Art, Troubleshooting, Video, Image Manipulation, User Experience, Active Directory, Art Direction, WordPress, Image Editing, Logo Design, Fine Art
Education
Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design 2001 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Photography
DePaul University September 2015 - Present
Freelance designer January 2012 - Present
VSA Partners July 2013 - July 2015
Obama for America January 2012 - November 2012
AIGA Cleveland June 2009 - January 2012
Twist Creative June 2008 - January 2012
School of Visual Communication Design, Kent State University August 2006 - January 2010
Glyphix Design Studio August 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Visual Communication, Environmental Graphics, Graphic Design, Typography, Art Direction, Layout, Illustrator, User Experience, Logo Design, Pet Sitting, Web Design, Creative Direction, InDesign, Corporate Identity, Adobe Creative Suite, Brand Development, Information Design, Branding & Identity, Interaction Design, Illustration, Posters, Concept Development, Packaging, User Interface Design, Corporate Branding
Education
Kent State University 2001 — 2008
BS/MFA, Visual Communication Design
Hyatt Hotels Corporation August 2015 - Present
closerlook, inc. May 2013 - August 2015
closerlook, inc. December 2011 - May 2013
closerlook, inc. August 2011 - December 2011
closerlook, inc. June 2009 - August 2011
HBG Health March 2011 - May 2011
VSA Partners October 2003 - January 2011
Designkitchen 2007 - October 2008
Earlybird Creative 2008 - 2008
Petrick Design 2008 - 2008
Skills
Art Direction, Typography, Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Interaction Design, Concept Development, Logo Design, Branding & Identity, Visual Communication, User Experience, Experience Design, Creative Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Information Architecture, Interactive Advertising, Brochures, Packaging, Communication Design, Layout, Mobile Design, Collateral, Graphics, InDesign, Corporate Branding, Visual Design, Digital Strategy, Illustrator, Annual Reports, Mac, Interactive Marketing, Wireframes, Photoshop, Design Thinking, Direct Mail, Illustration, Email Marketing, Adobe Acrobat, Pre-press, Brand Development, Posters, Business Cards
Education
Northern Illinois University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Design and Visual Communications, General
West Aurora High School 1992 — 1996
Fund Lab October 2014 - Present
Shoe Drop October 2014 - Present
VSA Partners September 2011 - October 2014
VSA Partners August 2010 - October 2011
VSA Partners November 2007 - August 2010
The Royal Order of Experience Design August 2005 - November 2007
Flow Creative, Inc. February 2005 - June 2007
Firebelly Design Co. January 2005 - March 2005
Arc Worldwide November 2004 - January 2005
Taco Bell June 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Creative Direction, Interaction Design, Branding & Identity, Creative Strategy, Typography, Art Direction, Experience Design, Web Design, Concept Development, Graphic Design, User Experience, User Interface Design, Visual Communication, Logo Design, Corporate Identity, Layout, Information Design, Breathing, Interactive Advertising, Corporate Branding, Brand Development, Flash, Sword Fighting, Knitting
Education
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Arts
Leopold-Franzens Universität Innsbruck
Bachelor of Arts
Forsmarks Skola
VSA Partners July 2012 - Present
Ogilvy & Mather (advertising agency) May 2010 - July 2012
Pepper Group (marketing communications firm) September 2009 - June 2010
Liska + Associates (strategic branding and communications firm) April 2008 - March 2009
Neenah Paper, Inc. July 2001 - April 2008
International Paper, Fine Papers Division June 1999 - June 2001
McMillan Associates March 1995 - June 1999
Skills
Advertising, Packaging, Creative Direction, B2B, B2C, CPG, Retail, Promotions, Point of Purchase..., Branding & Identity, Direct Mail Programs, Print Collateral, FSI's, Sampling Programs, Digital Marketing, Annual Reports, Print Production Process, Production Management, Account Management, Project Management, Trafficking, Web, Print Producer, Estimating, Press Checks/Press..., sales, consulting, Consulting, Collateral, Pre-press, Graphic Design, FMCG, Sales, Production Managment, Offset Printing, Print Management, Direct Mail, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Catalogs, Corporate Branding, Creative Strategy, Brochures, Creative Services
Education
Northern Illinois University
BFA, Visual Communications
Karisha Community and Integrative Health January 2015 - Present
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine September 2014 - Present
MedSpring Urgent Care September 2014 - Present
Brand A Coaching December 2013 - Present
DOVO September 2008 - Present
Yale HEALTH January 2013 - May 2014
Yale University School of Medicine September 2008 - May 2014
Yale HEALTH September 2007 - May 2014
Ultra Design 1998 - 2000
VSA Partners January 1995 - July 1997
Skills
Public Speaking, Writing, Medical Education, Wellness, Health Promotion, Inpatient, Public Health, Healthcare, Healing, Teaching, Internal Medicine, Acute Care, EMR, Treatment, Clinical Research
Education
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine 2000 — 2004
DO, Medicine
North Carolina State University 1988 — 1993
BED, Graphic Design
InnerWorkings November 2013 - Present
AIGA Chicago June 2013 - December 2014
Designkitchen December 2011 - November 2013
C2, LLC November 2010 - December 2011
Palm, Inc August 2009 - November 2010
Factor Design March 2007 - August 2009
VSA Partners July 1996 - March 2007
Design Kitchen, Inc. 2002 - 2003
Skills
Brand Development, Creative Direction, Integrated Marketing
Education
Kent State University 1993 — 1996
MFA, Visual Communication Design
Pennsylvania State University
BFA, Graphic Design
Laura Ress Design June 2009 - Present
Lipman Hearne 2003 - 2009
Designkitchen 1999 - 2002
Petrick Design 1991 - 1997
VSA Partners 1989 - 1990
Skills
Web Design, Creative Direction, Branding & Identity, Brand Development, Advertising, Video Production, Editorial Development, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Creative Strategy, Typography, Integrated Marketing, Brochures, Interaction Design, Layout, Graphics, Packaging, Illustrator, Brand Architecture, InDesign, Editorial, Visual Communication, Corporate Branding
Education
Kent State University 1982 — 1986
Brett Hawthorne Design December 2010 - Present
Point B Communications March 2009 - December 2010
The Monogram Group 2001 - 2008
J Brown & Associates 1999 - 2001
Pivot Design 1999 - 1999
VSA Partners 1997 - 1997
Education
Iowa State University 1993 — 1998
BFA, Graphic Design
Healing Reiki Brooklyn February 2007 - Present
Self-employed August 2005 - Present
Quantification Design January 1980 - Present
chashama 2009 - 2011
709 Carroll St. Condo Association 2008 - 2010
S.P.A.R.K. 2006 - 2010
Artmakers 1984 - 2009
VSA Partners 2007 - 2008
September Space 2005 - 2008
IMP 2002 - 2008
Skills
Graphic Design, Reiki, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Art, Editorial, WordPress, Layout, Editing, Photography, Direct Mail, Illustration, Healing, Fine Art, Publishing, Image Manipulation, Copywriting, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Brochures, Energy Healing, Advertising, Teaching, Corporate Branding, Art Direction, Brand Development, Email Marketing, Logo Design, Social Media, Publications, Newsletters, Graphics, Books, Magazines, Blogging, Corporate Identity, Mac, Alternative Medicine, InDesign, Meditation, Relaxation, Lifestyle, Content Development, Chakra Balancing, Bodywork
Education
Pratt Institute 1979 — 1982
MFA, Painting/Photography
Massachusetts College of Art 1976 — 1979
BFA
LAUNCH August 2015 - Present
... 2011 - Present
Kate Spade Saturday January 2013 - May 2015
Kate Spade Saturday September 2012 - May 2015
Chico's April 2008 - June 2011
ESTABLISHED 2011 - 2011
Desgrippes Gobe November 2007 - March 2008
design kitchen May 2007 - September 2007
vsa partners March 2004 - March 2007
kelly design, inc. 2000 - 2003
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustration, Magazines, Photography, Art Direction, Art, Adobe Creative Suite, Branding, Concept Development, Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Typography, Visual Communication
Education
Massachusetts College of Art 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design
toddstreet January 2015 - Present
Foodie Nation 2005 - Present
VSA Partners August 2012 - August 2013
FCB Global April 2005 - September 2011
Agency B 2001 - 2005
Frankel (presently Arc Worldwide) 1997 - 2001
Skills
Advertising, Thought Leadership, Brand Equity, Copywriting, Creative Direction, Product Innovation, Customer Insight, Digital Media, Product Launch, Brand Architecture, Digital Marketing, User Experience, Strategy, Packaging, Product Management, Relationship Marketing, Creative Strategy, Email Marketing, Corporate Branding, Social Media, Digital Strategy, Direct Mail, Corporate Identity, Branding & Identity, Concept Development, Television, Interactive Advertising, Content Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Communications, Start-ups, Creative Problem Solving, Direct Marketing, Strategic Thinking, FMCG, Art Direction, Mobile Marketing, Outdoor Advertising, Broadcast, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Experience Design, Interactive Marketing, Facebook, Strategic Communications, Collateral, Visual Communication, Interaction Design
Education
Purchase College, SUNY 1991 — 1995
BFA, Sculpture, Technology in the Arts
Harvard Business School 2007 — 2007
Executive Program, AIGA Business Perspectives for Creative Leaders
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2000 — 2000
N/A, Interactive Media
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design 1990 — 1990
Drawing
FotoKem June 2010 - Present
Kevin Yuda Design October 1998 - Present
Weston Mason Marketing February 2009 - February 2010
Mattel September 2007 - August 2008
VSA Partners July 2006 - October 2006
Nike, Inc. September 2002 - June 2006
Cause Design Group August 2001 - April 2005
Skills
Art Direction, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, Graphics, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Web Design, Corporate Identity, Photography, Branding & Identity, Packaging, Marketing, Animation, Marketing Strategy, Television, Strategy, Film, Post Production, Art, Illustrator, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, Experience Design, Interactive Advertising
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Communication Arts, Dean's list
Boss Creative Group, Slanted Studios, Beyond the Frame January 2007 - Present
Beyond the Frame, LLC April 2008 - Present
321 LAUNCH June 2013 - June 2014
VSA Partners May 2011 - July 2012
Resolution Digital Studios March 2010 - May 2011
Beverly Ridge Pictures September 2008 - January 2010
Bending Light June 2008 - December 2008
Ebel Productions October 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Line Producing, Producer
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2004 — 2007
Digital Filmmaking and Video Production
CultureConnect March 2013 - Present
VSA Partners January 2013 - May 2013
Townhouse Creative March 2012 - May 2013
20x200 Jen Bekman Projects, Inc. August 2011 - December 2012
HNW September 2010 - September 2011
Deutsche Bank May 2010 - August 2010
Heartbeat Experts January 2010 - May 2010
Send Word Now September 2009 - December 2009
Heartbeat Software May 2007 - January 2009
Aptuit January 2007 - May 2007
Skills
Quality Assurance, Project Planning, Software Project..., MS Project, Visio, HTML, Functional..., Agile Project Management, Waterfall, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Content Writing, Technical Writing, Business Analysis, Hands-on Training, Project Management, E-commerce, Digital, Educational Games, Educational Technology, Serious Games, Comic Books, Project Implementation, Software Training, PMBOK, Usability, Arts, Information Architecture, Start-ups, User Experience, SaaS, Web Project Management, Enterprise Software, Digital Strategy, CRM, Management, Social Media, SDLC
Education
New York University 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Project Management
The University of Memphis 2005 — 2007
M.A., Professional Writing
Rhodes College 2000 — 2004
Bachelors, English Literature, Latin American Studies
The Hudson School
vRad (Virtual Radiologic) August 2014 - Present
The Jed Mahonis Group May 2014 - Present
Two Bettys Green Cleaning Service April 2010 - September 2013
TargetCom September 2008 - February 2009
VSA Partners January 2008 - July 2008
AIGA 2007 - 2008
Skills
Software Development, Objective-C, Java, PHP, SQL, HTML, CSS, Web Development, Web Design, Graphic Design, Layout, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Art Direction, Illustrator, InDesign, Interaction Design, Creative Direction, Corporate Identity, Illustration, Brochures, Graphics
Education
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 2012 — 2014
Computer Software Development, Information Technology
College of Visual Arts 2003 — 2007
BFA, Graphic Design
VSA Partners January 2013 - Present
Upshot November 2007 - December 2012
Doner Advertising August 1998 - October 2007
Skills
Digital Marketing, Relationship Marketing, Digital Strategy, Creative Direction, Mobile Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Outdoor Advertising, Account Management, Brand Development, Shopper Marketing, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Customer Insight, Brand Management, Concept Development, Logo Design, Corporate Identity, Copywriting, Strategy, Brand Architecture, Storytelling, Creative Strategy
Education
Michigan State University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts
Leo Burnett 2014 - Present
Ogilvy & Mather 2012 - 2014
Critical Mass 2011 - 2012
VSA Partners 2008 - 2011
Capital H Group 2006 - 2008
Education
University of Notre Dame 2001 — 2005
BA, Psychology, German
Leopold-Franzens Universität Innsbruck 2002 — 2003
Discover Financial Services October 2014 - Present
FCB Global November 2013 - September 2014
FCB Global February 2012 - November 2013
VSA Partners February 2011 - February 2012
Manifest Digital July 2008 - February 2011
Skills
Online Advertising, Budgets, Direct Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, SEM, Web Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Mobile Applications, Product Management
Education
Ohio University 2004 — 2008
B.B.A., Business: Marketing
The Marketing Store August 2015 - Present
Colorado Media School, Miami Media School, Ohio and Illinois Center for Broadcasting June 2015 - Present
Katalyst Technologies November 2014 - April 2015
Chicago International Charter School May 2014 - October 2014
Energy BBDO February 2014 - April 2014
Ogilvy & Mather October 2013 - November 2013
LTD Commodities September 2012 - September 2013
VSA Partners May 2012 - August 2012
National Restaurant Association 2012 - 2012
Cook County Hospital 2009 - 2011
Skills
Windows 7, Troubleshooting, Active Directory, Project Management, Visio, Windows, Microsoft Office, Help Desk Support, Technical Support, Servers, Networking, Software Documentation, Vendor Management, XP, Access, Management, Macintosh Applications, Macintosh hardware, Exchange 2010/2007/2003, Apple OS, iPhone Support, Mobile Devices, Microsoft SQL Server, Cisco Routers, JAMF Casper Suite, Testing, System Administration, Disaster Recovery, Information Technology, Routers, Windows XP, Oracle E-Business Suite, Microsoft Exchange, OS X
Education
Prairie View A&M University 1990 — 1992
Civil Engineering
Crate and Barrel January 2011 - Present
Crate and Barrel March 2009 - February 2011
Peopledesign November 2005 - March 2009
Avenue Group, LLC August 2002 - October 2005
iXL Scient - Chicago July 1999 - July 2002
VSA Partners August 1996 - July 1999
VSA Partners June 1994 - September 1995
Bernstein-Rein Advertising 1994 - 1995
McDonnell Douglas Training Systems June 1989 - July 1992
Skills
Usability Engineering, E-commerce, Interaction Design, Graphic Design, Usability, User Research, Brand Management, User Experience, Information Architecture, User-centered Design, Experience Design, User Interface Design, Creative Direction, Concept Development, Art Direction, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, Information Design, SEO, Branding & Identity, Web Design, Online Marketing, Design Strategy, Visual Design, Copywriting, Typography, Mobile Devices, Brand Development, Web Development, Content Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Strategy, Product Design, User Interface, Front-end, Heuristic Evaluation, Interactive Marketing, Flash, Logo Design, Corporate Branding, Creative Strategy, Wireframes, Design Thinking, Interactive Advertising, Corporate Identity
Education
Washington University in St. Louis 1985 — 1989
B.S., Electrical Engineering
Kansas City Art Institute 1992 — 1995
B.F.A., Visual Communications
goldrel.com 2014 - Present
Harrington College of Design 2015 - Present
VSA Partners July 2011 - June 2014
Sears Holdings Corporation June 2009 - May 2011
Walmart.com August 2006 - July 2008
EMS Planner 2006 - 2006
General Electric Aviation 2005 - 2006
Nuance Communications, Inc. May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Usability Testing, Heuristic Evaluation, Card Sorting, Storyboarding, Design Principles, Survey Design, Information Architecture, Wireframes, Human Factors Analysis, User Research, Ethnography, User Experience, Design Strategy, E-commerce, Product Management, User-centered Design, Mobile Design, User Interface Design, User Scenarios, Information Design, User Experience Design, Visual Design, Content Strategy, Creative Direction, Interaction Design, Paper Prototyping, Human Factors, Experience Design, User Interface, Usability, Contextual Inquiry, Concept Development, Mobile Applications, Axure, Strategy, Design Thinking, Front-end, Usability Engineering, Wire Framing, OmniGraffle, Human Computer..., Site Maps, Task Analysis, Rapid Prototyping, Service Design, Accessibility, Analytics
Education
IIT Institute of Design 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Masters of Design Methods
Tufts University
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Psychology (Human Factors), Philosophy
DigitasLBi_US August 2013 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation October 2011 - August 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation November 2010 - October 2011
Hello Viking February 2010 - October 2010
VSA Partners May 2007 - December 2007
Nita B. Creative September 2006 - December 2006
Willow Marketing January 2006 - July 2006
The Republic May 2004 - January 2006
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustration, User Experience, Web Design, Digital Illustration, Mobile Devices, Mobile Design, User Interface Design, Information Architecture, Illustrator, Advertising, Graphics, Visual Communication, Interaction Design, Storyboarding, Art, User Interface, Typography
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2006 — 2009
Bachelors in Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design
Ivy Tech Community College 2004 — 2006
Associates, Visual Communications
Magic + Might June 2014 - Present
VSA Partners March 2013 - May 2014
VSA Partners December 2010 - March 2013
VSA Partners June 2008 - December 2010
Grady, Campbell Inc. September 2006 - June 2008
Education
Northern Michigan University 2000 — 2004
BFA, Electronic Imaging
Compo Design Co. January 2013 - Present
Freelance / Contractor October 2012 - June 2014
GiveForward May 2012 - September 2012
The Donut Project January 2009 - July 2012
One Design Company January 2012 - May 2012
VSA Partners December 2010 - January 2012
Arc Worldwide June 2010 - December 2010
AIGA Cleveland June 2009 - May 2010
Nesnadny + Schwartz July 2008 - May 2010
Daily Kent Stater Composition Studio January 2005 - May 2008
Skills
Web Design, Graphic Design, Logo Design, User Interface Design, Web Development, Website Development, Websites, Packaging, Art Direction, Pizza, Typography, Corporate Identity, Whisky, Visual Communication, Mobile Design, Creative Direction, Branding & Identity, Interaction Design, Illustrator, Concept Development, Art, Graphics, User Experience, Advertising, Information Architecture, Illustration, Information Design, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Layout, Social Media
Education
Kent State University 2003 — 2008
BFA, Visual Communication Design
School of Visual Arts 2007 — 2007
Victore Poster Workshop
Youngstown State University 2002 — 2003
Engineering
50,000feet November 2010 - Present
National Safety Council March 2010 - October 2010
Magnani Continuum Marketing February 2009 - September 2009
Foodmix Marketing Communications January 2007 - November 2008
VSA Partners September 2004 - December 2006
Skills
Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Creative Direction, Content Strategy, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Concept Development, Art Direction, Web Design, Corporate Communications, Marketing, Online Advertising, Branding & Identity, Graphic Design, Email Marketing, Copy Editing, Direct Mail, Public Relations, Brand Development, Creative Strategy
Education
Harvard University 2000 — 2004
B.A., English
ICON Venue Group August 2015 - Present
VSA Partners August 2013 - June 2015
Perkins+Will July 2009 - August 2013
Skidmore Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) October 2007 - February 2009
Skidmore Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) May 2005 - September 2007
Haran & Associates January 2002 - April 2005
Marriott Hotels & Resorts April 1999 - April 2001
Dunia Es February 1997 - December 1998
Sheraton August 1996 - February 1997
Hilton Worldwide April 1995 - June 1996
Skills
Accounting, Financial Reporting, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Time Management, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Corporate Finance, Public Relations, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Project Management, High Organizational..., Leadership Skills, Attention to Detail
Education
Griffith University 1999 — 2001
Bachelor, Business in Accounting
Griffith University 1999 — 2001
Bachelor, Hotel Management
TAFE 1995 — 1997
Diploma, Hospitality
Colle+McVoy October 2013 - Present
GS Design June 2010 - October 2013
VSA Partners November 2007 - October 2009
Self Employed December 2005 - June 2007
Carmichael Lynch 2005 - 2005
Skills
Vision Development, Mission Development, Brand Development, Creative Development, Strategic Thinking, Big Picture Thinking, Creative Direction, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Brand Communication, Audience Analysis, Audience Engagement, Integrated Marketing, Creative Strategy, Strategy, Customer Engagement, Digital Marketing, Interaction Design, Big-picture Thinking, Marketing, Concept Development, Brand Architecture, Typography, Advertising, Digital Strategy
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Science: Visualization, Brand Development
VSA Partners July 2013 - Present
Walgreens September 2012 - July 2013
Avenue Marketing & Communications June 2010 - September 2012
Riha Design Group May 1997 - October 2008
JWT August 1994 - March 1997
Skills
Graphic Design, Art Direction, Creative Development, Visual Communication, Brochures, Logo Design, eCommunications, Corporate Branding, Brand Developement, Web Design, Creative Direction, Interaction Design, Brand Implementation, Illustrator, Typography, Concept Development, InDesign, Corporate Identity, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Brand Development, Layout, Integrated Marketing, Packaging, Creative Strategy, User Interface Design, User Experience, Illustration, Strategic Creative..., Branding & Identity, Experience Design, Interactive Advertising, Information Design, Graphics, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Collateral
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1990 — 1995
BFA
Freelance June 2006 - Present
Arc WW January 1999 - 2009
Foodmix 2006 - 2007
Foodmix Communications 2005 - 2007
Storandt Pann Margolis 2005 - 2006
VSA Partners January 1999 - January 2000
Tyndale House Publishers 1995 - 1997
Skills
Art Direction, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Advertising, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Brand Development, Branding & Identity, Graphics, QuarkXPress, Typography, Logo Design, Concept Development, Social Media, Online Advertising, InDesign
Education
Deerfield HS
Northern Illinois University
BFA, Design
Trunk Club December 2014 - Present
Freelance October 2013 - November 2014
Nelson Cash July 2012 - October 2013
Obama for America November 2011 - June 2012
Freelance Design 2010 - 2012
Angelini Design June 2010 - November 2010
Hatch Show Print January 2010 - January 2010
Twist Creative May 2008 - September 2009
VSA Partners June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Letterpress, Typography, Donuts, Pizza, Corporate Identity, Illustration, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Visual Communication, Glasses, Logo Design, InDesign, Posters, Interaction Design, Graphic Design
Education
Kent State University
BFA, Visual Communication Design
Conspiracy Pictures 2010 - Present
Freelance Los Angeles, CA January 1995 - Present
Fancy Content November 2014 - December 2014
Original Film August 2009 - February 2014
Garage Films 2013 - 2014
VSA Partners April 2013 - August 2013
Ringside Creative September 2010 - June 2011
Joe Blow Films July 2004 - May 2008
IPS Productions May 1998 - March 2004
Skills
Commercials, Film Production, Post Production, Video Production, Television, Documentaries, Video, Producing, Feature Films, Music Videos, Reality
Education
Marian University
BA
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
MFA
VSA Partners September 2015 - Present
BeyondCurious April 2015 - July 2015
SapientNitro February 2006 - March 2015
IIT Stuart Graduate School of Business January 2005 - January 2006
Illinois Institute of Technology February 2003 - January 2005
IADT May 2002 - February 2003
Wert & Company May 2001 - November 2001
Sapient Corporation August 1999 - March 2001
Skills
Mentoring, Sourcing, Negotiation, Hiring, Interviewing, Talent Acquisition, Team Management, Team Building, Onboarding, Recruiting, Interviews, Applicant Tracking..., Employer Branding, College Recruiting, Screening, Screening Resumes, Taleo, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Marketing, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., CRM, Management, Talent Management, Management Consulting, Internet Recruiting, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, User Experience
Education
Grand Valley State University 1995 — 1999
BS, Sociology
Kingston University 1997 — 1998
Sociology
Unlike Any Other Writer LLC October 2012 - Present
VSA Partners November 2012 - August 2015
Critical Mass October 2014 - March 2015
FCB Global July 2014 - December 2014
Publicis Healthcare Communication Group - Discovery Chicago December 2012 - June 2014
closerlook, inc. June 2009 - December 2012
GA Communication July 2011 - October 2012
GA Communication January 2011 - July 2011
AbelsonTaylor, Inc. 2003 - July 2011
Moshaav LLC February 2001 - July 2011
Skills
Information Architecture, User Experience, Creative Direction, SEO, Brand Strategy and..., Positioning, Copywriting, User Experience Design, Brand Architecture, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, User Interface Design, Corporate Identity, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Usability Testing, Graphic Design, Interactive Marketing, Creative Strategy, Interaction Design, Digital Strategy, Interactive Advertising, Mobile Applications, Adobe Creative Suite, Brand Development, Logo Design, User-centered Design, Usability, E-commerce, Web Design, Wireframes, Axure, Experience Design, Content Strategy, Contextual Inquiry, User Interface, Mobile Design, Site Maps, Concept Development, Branding & Identity, Web Analytics, Art Direction, Marketing Communications, Visual Design, Wire Framing, OmniGraffle, Google Analytics
Education
Michigan State University 1990 — 1995
BA, Journalism and English
Tel Aviv University 1994 — 1995
AdEd: The Chicago Portfolio School 1997 — 1997
Advertising Copywriting
Feltre School 2004 — 2004
Intensive Grammar and Writing Refresher
Remedy July 2014 - June 2015
Freelance February 2014 - July 2014
VSA Partners November 2013 - February 2014
Razorfish April 2012 - November 2013
smbolic/SamataMason May 2011 - April 2012
VSA Partners, Inc. January 2011 - May 2011
Studio Blue November 2009 - May 2011
Liska + Associates NY 2008 - 2009
Two Twelve Associates 2002 - 2004
Education
Rhode Island School of Design 2004 — 2007
MFA, Graphic Design
Middlebury College
BA, English, Studio Art
mcgarrybowen February 2014 - Present
mcgarrybowen September 2011 - February 2014
mcgarrybowen November 2009 - August 2011
VSA Partners June 2008 - October 2009
Skills
Typography, Art Direction, Corporate Identity, Visual Communication, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Logo Design, Interaction Design, Layout, Branding & Identity, Illustration, Posters, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, InDesign, Illustrator, Brochures
Education
Northern Illinois University 2004 — 2008
BFA, Visual Communication
Fjord April 2015 - Present
Fjord November 2014 - March 2015
Acquity Group March 2012 - October 2014
Sears Holdings Corporation June 2011 - March 2012
Fuzzy Math March 2011 - May 2011
VSA Partners January 2011 - April 2011
Mayo Clinic October 2010 - December 2010
SapientNitro August 2010 - October 2010
Fuzzy Math June 2009 - May 2010
IIT Institute of Design 2007 - 2010
Skills
Information Design, Concept Development, Digital Strategy, User-centered Design, Prototyping, Prototype, Information Architecture, Design Strategy, User Experience, User Interface Design, User Research, Design Research, Strategy, Service Design, Research Design, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Usability Testing, Experience Design, Ethnography, Sketching, Rapid Prototyping, Paper Prototyping, Contextual Inquiry, Heuristic Evaluation
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 2007 — 2010
MDes, Design
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
BSAS, Architecture
Weber Shandwick January 2015 - Present
Design Replace May 2013 - Present
EPIC: Engaging Philanthropy, Inspiring Creatives July 2012 - Present
CorePower Yoga November 2010 - Present
Capsule October 2013 - May 2014
Barrie D'Rozario Murphy May 2012 - March 2013
Self-Employed April 2009 - April 2012
VSA Partners October 2005 - October 2009
Charles S. Anderson Design Co. April 2000 - October 2005
Skills
Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Interactive Marketing, Advertising, Web Design, Graphic Design, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Leadership, CRM, Art Direction, Logo Design
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College
Communication Studies
St. Charles HS
RPA July 2015 - Present
Mistress August 2014 - June 2015
Designory October 2012 - July 2014
Commonground Marketing May 2011 - August 2012
IA Collaborative April 2010 - November 2010
VSA Partners 2006 - March 2010
General Motors R*Works May 2003 - February 2006
Skills
Marketing Communications, Social Media, Video Production, Advertising, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Creative Strategy, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Video, Integrated Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Interactive Marketing, Photography, Digital Media, Art Business
Education
Michigan State University 1997 — 2001
Communication Arts, Mass Media, Marketing
Michigan State University
Emily Hale Studio April 2014 - Present
VSA Partners January 2013 - April 2014
Parsons School of Design at The New School November 2013 - November 2013
Freelance September 2012 - January 2013
Siegel+Gale May 2012 - September 2012
Prattonia August 2011 - May 2012
Pratt Institute August 2010 - May 2012
Pearlfisher June 2011 - July 2011
Pratt Institute August 2009 - July 2011
ELLE Magazine September 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Photography, Packaging, Branding & Identity, InDesign, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Art Direction, Typography, Illustration, After Effects, User Interface Design, Logo Design, Screen Printing, Creative Direction, Fine Art, Concept Development, Visual Communication, Sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, Art, Mac, Corporate Identity, Layout, Digital Illustration, Image Manipulation, Book Design
Education
Pratt Institute 2008 — 2012
BFA, Communication Design
Los Angeles County High School for the Arts 2005 — 2008
Visual Arts
Macy's February 2006 - Present
Edelman January 2012 - June 2013
Edelman July 2010 - January 2012
VSA Partners August 2009 - July 2010
Ketchum Public Relations December 2006 - August 2009
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Event Planning, Media Relations, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Social Media
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2006 — 2009
Communications
VSA Partners, Inc. March 2015 - Present
VSA Partners, Inc. March 2014 - March 2015
VSA Partners 2012 - March 2014
VSA Partners 2010 - 2012
Illinois Quadel 2009 - 2010
Metropolitan Boston Housing Partnership September 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Corporate Branding, Creative Strategy, Corporate Identity, Strategic Communications, Branding & Identity, Content Strategy, Corporate Communications, Editing, Concept Development, Interactive Advertising, Brochures, Digital Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Content Development, Digital Marketing, Experience Design, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, User Interface Design, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Art Direction
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
XperienceLab December 2014 - Present
Brighton Agency March 2013 - December 2014
Cannonball 2007 - March 2013
Shine October 2006 - March 2007
Adamson Advertising 2003 - 2006
VSA Partners 2002 - 2003
Skills
Experience Design, Human-centered Design, Business Design, Service Design, User Interface Design, User Experience, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Branding & Identity, Packaging, Typography, Corporate Identity, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Brand Development, Style Guides, Graphic Design, Concept Development, Illustrator, Interaction Design, InDesign, Information Architecture, Customer Journey Mapping, Wireframes, lean UX, Heuristic Evaluation, Heuristic Analysis
Education
Portfolio Center 2000 — 2002
Design
Indiana University Bloomington 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Apple May 2012 - Present
AgencyPimp July 2006 - Present
VSA Partners September 2011 - May 2012
VSA Partners November 2009 - September 2011
50,000feet, Inc. August 2006 - November 2009
Bleachedwhale Design January 2004 - December 2008
Make Literary Productions, NFP January 2006 - November 2008
Draftfcb June 2006 - August 2006
Avenue, Inc. September 2005 - May 2006
Bike Chicago May 2002 - July 2005
Skills
Creative Direction, User Interface Design, User-centered Design, User Experience, Information Architecture, Staff Mentoring, Semantics, Semantic Web, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, User Generated Content, Content Management, Web Development, Fireworks, Photoshop, InDesign, Web Production, Agile, Scrum, SEO, Mobile, Conversion Optimization, Quality Assurance, Site Design, Brand Architecture, Brand Communication, Online Marketing, HTML + CSS, HTML, Typography, Adobe Fireworks, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Art Direction, Web Design, Packaging, Logo Design, Experience Design, Concept Development, Corporate Identity, Interactive Advertising, Creative Strategy, Corporate Branding, Information Design, User Experience Design, Brand Development, Mobile Design, Visual Communication, User Interface
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2002 — 2006
BFA, Visual Communications, 3.7 gpa
VSA Partners April 2012 - Present
VSA Partners July 2011 - April 2012
MetLife Midwest (20 Offices) January 2007 - July 2011
Preferred Planning Group May 2005 - January 2007
MetLife March 2003 - May 2005
2003 Pillar Applications Group, Inc January 2000 - December 2002
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Public Relations, Management Consulting, Market Analysis, Employee Training, Integrated Marketing, Internal Communications, Marketing Communications, Brand Management, Corporate Communications, Project Management, Marketing, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Sales
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2013
University of Minnesota 1994 — 2000
B.A, Psychology
VSA Partners March 2012 - Present
VSA Partners, Inc September 2007 - April 2012
VSA Partners May 2006 - September 2007
Vintage Books, Random House August 2002 - August 2004
Vintage Books, Random House May 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Writing, Editing, Strategic Communications, Brand Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Brand Architecture, Internal Communications, Content Strategy, Editorial, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Analytics, Strategic Partnerships, Corporate Communications, Content Development, Creative Strategy, Strategy
Education
University of Chicago 2004 — 2005
MA, Humanities
New York University 1997 — 2001
BA, Comparative Literature, Philosophy
POSSIBLE March 2015 - Present
Ogilvy & Mather January 2014 - December 2014
Wirestone June 2013 - January 2014
CME Group June 2012 - June 2013
Designkitchen July 2011 - April 2012
VSA Partners April 2010 - June 2011
Designkitchen February 2010 - March 2010
U.S. Cellular June 2009 - January 2010
TargetCom January 2009 - March 2009
Designkitchen August 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Content Strategy, Copywriting, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Content Management, Social Media, Web Content Management, Interactive Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Web Content, Social Media Marketing, Content Development, Editing, Web Analytics, Creative Direction, Newsletters, E-commerce, Digital Strategy
Education
Harvard University
CPC, Publishing
University of Wisconsin-Madison
BA, English
PCM November 2014 - Present
CompuCom August 2013 - November 2014
CDW November 2010 - August 2013
VSA Partners September 2007 - October 2010
Apple Retail June 2006 - February 2009
Sun-Times Media Group June 2006 - September 2007
RR Donnelley October 2005 - May 2006
Northwestern State University October 2004 - May 2005
Mercury Interactive September 1999 - March 2002
BackWeb Technologies August 1997 - September 1999
Skills
OS X, Mac OS X Server, Servers, Networking, Mac, System Deployment, iPad, VMware, iOS, Enterprise Software, Cloud Computing, Security, Cisco Technologies, Citrix, Mountain Lion Server, Profile Manager, Jamf Casper, Microsoft Office, Troubleshooting, MDM, Mobile Data Management..., Apache, Xsan, Active Directory..., Open Directory, Business Development, Consulting, MAM, ibeacon, Technical Support, Virtualization, Mobile Devices, MySQL, Project Planning, White Papers, Extensis Suitcase, Extensis Portfolio, Universal Type Server, iPhone Support, RFP Generation, Technical Training, Technical Writing, Technical Presentations, MEAP, iPhone, VMware VTSP, VMware vSphere, AirWatch Sale...
Education
Apple Inc. 2011 — 2012
Apple Sales Training, Apple Sales Professional
Purdue University 1981 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (BS), Meteorology, B
Ivy Tech Community College 1988 — 1989
Computer programming
Apple Computer 2005 — 2006
ACSA
University of Evansville 1983 — 1985
Computer Science
Freelance 2010 - Present
Digitas Classic April 2014 - August 2014
Young & Rubicam August 2013 - March 2014
Talent Partners May 2013 - August 2013
Sponge, LLC April 2013 - June 2013
TwoxFour January 2011 - June 2013
Young & Rubicam Group March 2012 - September 2012
VSA Partners February 2011 - April 2011
EPIC: Engaging Philanthropy, Inspiring Creatives January 2011 - March 2011
Draftfcb Chicago October 2005 - August 2010
Skills
Post Production, Television, Broadcast, Creative Direction, Commercials, Video Production, Digital Media, Film Production, Video, New Media, Interactive Advertising, Radio, Producing, Motion Graphics, Advertising, Video Editing, Content Strategy, Creative Strategy, Final Cut Pro, Integrated Marketing, Art Direction, Avid Media Composer, Avid, Media Production, Interactive Marketing, HD Video
Education
Millikin University 1999 — 2003
BA
Crate & Barrel May 2011 - Present
RENZI DESIGN February 2005 - Present
Crate and Barrel May 2009 - May 2011
Crate & Barrel May 2009 - February 2011
Simple Truth (Previously known as S.G.D.P.) July 2004 - February 2009
Norman Inc 2002 - 2004
VSA Partners 2000 - 2001
CNN en Español January 1996 - January 2000
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC 1994 - 1996
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustration, Graphics, Brand Development, Corporate Identity, Photography, Art Direction, Logo Design, Typography, Concept Development, Art, Layout, Web Design, Brochures, Direct Mail, Corporate Branding, Branding, Image Manipulation, Posters, Catalogs, Digital Photography, Motion Graphics, After Effects, InDesign, Sketching, Interaction Design, Drawing, Animation, Book Design, Information Design, Dreamweaver, Business Cards, Invitations, Photoshop, Concept Design, Visual Identity, Design Strategy, Information Graphics, Fine Art, Visual Communication, Adobe Creative Suite, Artwork, Branding & Identity, Creative Direction, Packaging, Illustrator, Collateral, User Interface Design
Education
Georgia State University 2000 — 2004
Marketing and Business Administration, Advertising
Portfolio Center 1996 — 2000
Graphic Design, Design and Illustration
VSA Partners September 2013 - Present
LIPMAN & Revolate Holdings March 2011 - September 2013
Landor Associates November 2009 - February 2011
Siegel+Gale June 2008 - October 2009
Interbrand - Shanghai April 2007 - June 2008
Interbrand - New York March 2002 - March 2007
Iguana Studios - New York March 2000 - May 2001
TSE Cashmere - New York February 1998 - February 2000
Prada USA, Corp. February 1996 - February 1998
Skills
Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Creative Direction, Brand Architecture, Customer Insight, Marketing, Digital Strategy, Corporate Branding, CRM, Analytics, Branding & Identity, Creative Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Consumer Insight, Business Strategy, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy, Brand Development, Concept Development, Product Development, Brand Management, Relationship Marketing, Product Naming, Market Research, Leadership, B2B, Management, Interactive Marketing, Online Advertising, Positioning, Mobile Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media
Education
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Science
Loyola University, Rome, Chicago 1986 — 1988
Condon Scholarship
VSA Partners September 2013 - Present
Omnicom Media Group July 2010 - September 2013
Alvarez & Marsal June 2008 - May 2010
Alvarez and Marsal May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Data Analysis, Business Strategy, Business Intelligence, Start-ups, Project Management, Due Diligence
Education
Miami University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting, Spanish Minor
VSA Partners, Inc. January 2015 - Present
VSA Partners December 2013 - Present
PM Digital December 2012 - December 2013
PM Digital February 2009 - December 2012
ParadyszMatera May 2007 - January 2009
ParadyszMatera May 2005 - May 2007
amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research 2003 - 2005
Planned Parenthood Federation of America 2000 - 2003
Skills
Web Analytics, Integrated Marketing, SEO, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Account Management
Education
New York University 2000 — 2003
MPA
University of Puget Sound 1994 — 1998
BA, Philosophy
Arc Worldwide September 2014 - Present
Arc Worldwide June 2013 - Present
VSA Partners October 2011 - June 2013
VSA Partners August 2010 - October 2011
Northeast Investments November 2009 - August 2010
London South Bank University January 2008 - April 2008
Skills
Management, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, Access, Public Speaking, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, PowerPoint, Marketing, Account Management, Time Management, Facebook, Team Management, Microsoft Word, Advertising, Social Networking, Proposal Writing, Event Management, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Accounting, Public Relations, Market Research, Sales, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2005 — 2009
Finance
Indiana University Bloomington 2005 — 2009
Finance, Business
Kelley School of Business 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Business; Finance
Skidmore Studio June 2014 - December 2014
Someoddpilot April 2014 - June 2014
VSA Partners November 2013 - April 2014
Commonground Marketing June 2013 - August 2013
Upshot March 2013 - April 2013
DraftFCB Chicago November 2011 - December 2012
Delicious Design League 2011 - 2011
Skills
Illustration, Logo Design, Typography, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Packaging, Advertising, Visual Communication, Branding & Identity, Animation, Art, Corporate Identity, Layout, Vector Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Screen Printing, Experience Design, Magazine Layout Design, Book Design, Image Manipulation, Creative Direction, Posters, Illustrator, Presentation Design, POP, Print Publication Design, In-store Marketing, Concept Development, Front-end web, Package Design, Web Design, InDesign
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2007 — 2011
BFA, Graphic Design & Visual Communications
North Carolina State University September 2014 — Present
Scott Reinhard Co. March 2013 — September 2014
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago April 2009 — April 2013
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago November 2008 — April 2009
VSA Partners 2008 — November 2008
VSA Partners October 2006 — 2008
Open 2005 — 2005
Segura Inc. 2005 — 2005
IRC Music 2001 — 2003
Skills
Publishing, Magazines, Publications, Graphic Design, Copywriting, Graphics, Art Direction, Photography, Typography, Art, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Visual Communication, InDesign, Books, Future Trends, Futures, Futurism, Futures Studies, Winning Others Over, Thought Leadership, Thorough Research, NICE, Great Personality, Colleague Development, Creative Direction, Concept Development, Illustrator
Education
North Carolina State University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Graphic Design
Savannah College of Art and Design 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design, Prize-Winner for Most Arrogant Asshole In The Class
Indiana University Bloomington 2002 — 2003
.
Center Grove High School 1901 — 2001
.
VSA Partners April 2012 - Present
Leo Burnett USA January 2009 - April 2012
Leo Burnett Detroit 2003 - December 2008
Euro RSCG Tatham 1999 - 2003
Cramer-Krasselt 1998 - 1999
RPA Rubin Postaer & Associates 1994 - 1998
Skills
Strategic Planning, Qualitative Research, Storytelling, Quantitative Research, New Business Development, Writing, Presenter, Presentation Development, Creative Concept..., Creative Briefs, Creative Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Promotion Planning, Analytics, Segmentation, Digital Marketing, Product Development, Brand Development, Advertising, Customer Insight, Relationship Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Brand Architecture, Digital Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Creative Direction, FMCG, Interactive Advertising
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 1983 — 1987
BA
Illinois State University 1987 — 1989
MS
McCann May 2015 - Present
Leo Burnett June 2013 - May 2015
Leo Burnett November 2009 - June 2013
VSA Partners August 2005 - November 2009
Chicago Tribune August 2002 - August 2005
The Boston Globe June 1999 - August 2002
Skills
Art, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Art Direction, Interactive Advertising, Concept Development, Integrated Marketing, Branding & Identity, Interaction Design, Advertising, Typography, Corporate Identity, Corporate Branding, Brand Development, Interactive Marketing, Digital Strategy, Graphic Design
Education
Northwestern University 1995 — 1999
BSJ
All-Good November 2013 - Present
VSA Partners January 2005 - October 2013
Charles S. Anderson Design 1991 - 2004
Hard Werken Design June 1993 - June 1994
Skills
Creative Direction, User Interface Design, Posters, Information Design, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, User-centered Design, Creative Strategy, Marketing, Brand Architecture, Social Media, Copywriting, Typography, Brochures, Product Development, Packaging, Email Marketing, Design Strategy, Advertising, Illustrator, InDesign, Art Direction, Experience Design, Branding & Identity, Image Manipulation, Social Media Marketing, User Experience Design, Graphics, Photoshop, User Experience, Graphic Design, Illustration, Information Architecture, Direct Mail, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Branding, Corporate Identity, Interactive Marketing, Web Design, Visual Communication, Interaction Design, Layout, Product Design, Brand Development, Digital Strategy, Logo Design, Photography, Design Thinking, Concept Development, Interactive Advertising
Education
Iowa State University 1986 — 1990
Health Care Service Corporation February 2015 - Present
Aon July 2007 - February 2015
MediaBank May 2007 - July 2007
Treasury Strategies, Inc. October 2006 - October 2006
Re:Sources January 2006 - August 2006
VSA Partners April 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Mac OS X, Mac, Troubleshooting, Adobe Creative Suite, OS X, Databases, Help Desk Support, JAMF, iOS, Information Technology
Education
Moscow State University of Economics, Statistics and Informatics (MESI) 1987 — 1992
Master, Computer Science
Ebus Innovation February 2014 - Present
Performance Trust Capital Partners January 2015 - Present
American Specialty Toy Retailers Association July 2011 - Present
MSI Social June 2008 - December 2014
GA Communication April 2011 - May 2011
AlphaGraphics January 2006 - June 2010
Flair Communications Agency April 2008 - June 2008
VSA Partners July 2007 - January 2008
Miami University January 2003 - May 2003
YouthResource 1996 - 1999
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, Mac, Social Media, Graphics, Art Direction, Web Design, Illustration, Photoshop, Visual Communication, Microsoft Office, Typography, Creative Strategy, Pre-press, Brand Development, Posters, Brochures, Facebook, Logo Design, Layout, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Collateral, Branding & Identity, Vector Illustration, User Interface Design, Corporate Branding, Direct Mail, Adobe Acrobat, OS X, Concept Development, Interaction Design, Dreamweaver, Eblasts, Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows, Print Production, Soundbooth, Premiere, Corporate Identity, Logos, Word, Outlook, Trade Show Graphics, QuarkXPress, iOS
Education
Inlingua School of Languages 2009 — 2010
Japanese
Miami University 1999 — 2003
BPhil, Digital Graphic Design, Spanish Philology & Culture
Universidad de Vigo 2001 — 2002
Certificate of Fluency, Spanish / English Translation
Youngstown State University 1998 — 1999
SB140, Spanish
Liberty High School 1995 — 1999
Diploma, Liberty Scholar, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
Joe Moore Award July 2015 - Present
Einstök Beer Company January 2010 - Present
Great Big Circle January 2009 - Present
50,000feet, Inc. October 2001 - December 2008
VSA Partners January 1999 - September 2001
Jack Sichterman Creative 1994 - 1999
Harley-Davidson 1991 - 1994
Bozell Worldwide 1989 - 1991
Hoffman York 1987 - 1989
Skills
Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Graphic Design, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Copywriting, Film Production, Creative Direction, Online Advertising, Art Direction, Creative Strategy, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Web Design, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Corporate Branding, Brand Management, Social Networking, Digital Strategy, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media
Education
Marquette University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Catholic Memorial High School 1979 — 1983
Leo Burnett Group, Arc Worldwide April 2014 - Present
Arc Worldwide June 2011 - April 2014
Arc Worldwide July 2010 - June 2011
VSA Partners October 2007 - June 2010
Schawk October 2005 - October 2007
Dome HK August 2004 - October 2005
Hour House, Inc August 2003 - May 2004
BuildView, LLC May 2002 - November 2002
Skills
CRM, Account Management, Creative Strategy, Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Development, Management, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Print Collateral Design, Social Media Marketing, Online Video Marketing, Financial Planning
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
Indiana University Bloomington 2000 — 2004
Minor, Studio Art, Graphic Design
University of Chicago: Effective Writing in Business and the Professions Class
Freelance December 2012 - Present
Designkitchen September 2011 - December 2012
mcgarrybowen February 2011 - September 2011
mcgarrybowen July 2009 - February 2011
Freelance July 2009 - October 2009
IA Collaborative January 2009 - July 2009
Lumpen Magazine September 2005 - July 2009
Country Club Collective July 2008 - May 2009
VSA Partners December 2006 - January 2009
Designkitchen June 2006 - November 2006
Skills
Art Direction, Typography, Magazines, Publishing, Creative Direction, Corporate Identity
Education
Northern Illinois University 2001 — 2004
BFA, Art and Design
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design 1999 — 2001
Art and Design
VSA Partners, Inc. October 2014 - Present
VSA Partners October 2012 - Present
Razorfish October 2011 - December 2012
Razorfish July 2007 - October 2011
LendingTree February 2007 - July 2007
LendingTree March 2006 - February 2007
LendingTree, LLC July 2004 - April 2006
LendingTree February 2001 - July 2004
LendingTree November 1999 - July 2001
Skills
Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, SEM, Interactive Marketing, Management, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Interactive Advertising, SEO, Creative Strategy, Strategy, Business Analysis, Social Media Marketing, User Experience, Online Marketing, Advertising
Education
Middlesex University
Radford University
BS
Facebook May 2012 - Present
Typedia May 2010 - Present
VSA Partners September 2009 - May 2012
VSA Partners May 2009 - September 2009
Arc Worldwide October 2008 - May 2009
Tanagram Partners April 2008 - October 2008
Loyola University Chicago August 2002 - January 2008
Skills
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Writing, Editing, Accessibility, Typography, Web Typography, Latin, Old English
Education
Loyola University Chicago 2002 — 2007
MA, English
St. Olaf College 1995 — 1999
BA, English, ancient studies
VSA Partners September 2009 - Present
Macy's North 2005 - Present
Ketchum Public Relations December 2006 - August 2009
Amy Tara Koch April 2004 - December 2006
ALSAC/St. Jude Midwest Region 2004 - 2005
Education
Loyola University Chicago 2003 — 2007
Leo Burnett USA 2003 - Present
VSA Partners 1996 - 1999
Skills
Art Direction, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Concept Development, Corporate Identity, Brand Architecture, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Illustration, Branding & Identity
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1993 — 1996
Visual Communications
Northwestern University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and French Studies
LEVEL Studios July 2015 - Present
LEVEL Studios March 2013 - June 2015
Rosetta September 2012 - February 2013
Rosetta September 2010 - August 2012
The Other Works December 2007 - December 2010
Mode Project 2008 - 2010
Freelance 2006 - 2010
Freelance January 2003 - 2010
Freelance 2003 - 2010
VSA Partners 2006 - 2008
Skills
Client Services, Team Building, Leadership, Interactive Marketing, Team Leadership, Program Direction, Change Management, Account Direction, Account Management, Process Creation, Producing Web Content, Web, Interactive and..., iOS, Mac OS, Web Site Production, Mobile Advertising, Application Development, Web Applications, Interactive Advertising, Video, Creative Direction, Film Production, Multimedia, Post Production, Digital Media, Post Production..., Film, Documentaries, Commercials, Broadcast, Television, VFX Supervision, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, User Experience
Education
Lawrence University 1996 — 2000
B.A
Cathedral and John Connon School 1983 — 1996
TableXI January 2012 - Present
Aeolidia 2012 - Present
Remedy May 2011 - Present
mStoner May 2010 - Present
Post 27 April 2009 - Present
Pitch Design Union 2008 - Present
Post 27 April 2009 - June 2012
IDEO December 2011 - January 2012
Chicago Portfolio School June 2011 - August 2011
VSA Partners January 2011 - April 2011
Skills
Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Art Direction, Typography, Visual Communication, Logo Design, InDesign, Integrated Marketing, Concept Development, Image Manipulation, Brochures, Illustration, Advertising, Creative Direction, Graphics, Interaction Design, Photoshop
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2000 — 2004
BFA, Fine Arts, emphasis Graphic Design
Glasgow School of Art 2003 — 2003
Visual Communications
Consultant June 2014 - Present
VSA Partners August 2012 - June 2014
Walgreens May 2011 - August 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation September 2010 - May 2011
Sears Holdings Corporation August 2009 - September 2010
DiBari Innovation February 2009 - June 2009
IIT Institute of Design January 2009 - June 2009
Skills
Concept Development, Human Factors, Model Making, Rendering, Sketching, Alias Studio Tools, Adobe Creative Suite, Axure, Cobalt, Visio, OmniGraffle, Rhino, Agile & Waterfall..., Information Design, User Experience Design, Information Architecture, E-commerce, Experience Design, User Experience, User Research, User-centered Design, Usability Testing, User Interface Design, Wireframes, Industrial Design, Product Design, Multilingual, Heuristic Evaluation, Interaction Design, Mobile Design, Persona, Design Thinking, Wire Framing, User Interface, Usability, Contextual Inquiry
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 2007 — 2008
MBA, Marketing
Savannah College of Art and Design 2003 — 2007
BFA, Industrial Design
Aisle Rocket Studios June 2013 - January 2014
United Airlines February 2013 - June 2013
Aon Hewitt January 2013 - January 2013
Cows In Trees August 2012 - August 2012
Techmuscle Inc May 2012 - July 2012
Unilever March 2012 - May 2012
Alberto Culver September 2007 - May 2012
The Bradford Group July 2007 - August 2007
VSA Partners June 2007 - July 2007
Don Johnston Incorporated August 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Web Design, Adobe Creative Suite, CS5, CSS3, HTML5, ActionScript, JavaScript, JavaScript Libraries, jQuery, MySQL, PHP, XML, Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools, Bias Peak, JIRA, Sorenson Squeeze, responsive design, CSS, HTML 5, Front-end, Flash, HTML, JSON, User Interface Design, User Experience
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2002 — 2005
BFA, Interactive Media Design
VSA Partners April 2013 - Present
Goodby, Silverstein & Partners November 2011 - April 2013
MSLGROUP July 2011 - November 2011
MSLGROUP January 2010 - July 2011
BOSSdev (Renamed to MartinJay Digital) January 2009 - January 2010
Carson Equities 2006 - December 2008
Skills
Content Strategy, SEO, Storytelling, Thinking Outside The Box, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Interactive Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Automotive Industry, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Email Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Media Planning, Automotive, Brand Development, Relationship Marketing, Web Analytics, Creative Direction, Lead Generation, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Measurement, Interactive Advertising, Direct Marketing, Creative Strategy
Education
Oakland University 1999 — 2001
B.A., English, minors: PR, Journalism
Rochester High School
Patagonia October 2004 - Present
VSA Partners October 1999 - June 2001
Skills
Illustrator, Apparel, Graphic Design, Web Design
Education
Ohio University 1994 — 1999
Bachelors, Fine Arts - Graphic Design
Freelance May 2011 - Present
DDB May 2012 - October 2013
VSA Partners March 2010 - May 2011
Firebelly Foundation October 2009 - October 2010
Time Out Chicago January 2010 - March 2010
Haverty Furniture Companies February 2008 - February 2009
Skills
Art Direction, Typography, Advertising, Illustration, User Interface Design, Web Design, Logo Design, Pre-press, Mobile Applications, Graphic Design, Concepting, Newsletters, Magazines, Visual Communication, Illustrator, Interaction Design
Education
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
Certificate, Typography
Portfolio Center 2007 — 2008
Graphic Design
Macalester College
B.A, Film Studies