I'M CREATIVE
I mean, that's expected here, right? Good thing I have a website to elaborate. Yes, I design and I love it. I'd fiddle around with graphic design as a kid showcasing all my typefaces or making flyers for local punk shows and eventually turned that passion into a career. But I also love the "why" behind it—the strategy. I went to school for it, I've gained years of experience in the industry, as an individual contributor and manager, so that I understand creative work from both the content and presentation sides. It's business, but it also has to be emotional.
This extends to the bigger picture of brand, which I believe is seen in every expression of the organization and reflected both internally and externally. I focus on the creative side. This means I'm not just going to help create something pretty, I'm going to help create something with strategy in mind that helps reach a goal and aligns with a purpose.
AND DRIVEN
I'm a self-starter and thrive with a good challenge. I've got a new, unfamiliar project? Cool, let me dive in and research the best solution—I'll make it happen. I don't need novelty for its own sake everyday, and there's something to be said for consistency, but I also like looking at the familiar from new angles and seeing how we can level up with strategy and the resulting insights and ideas. Often, this comes from collaborating with others and working together toward a shared goal. This means I'm always learning and optimizing for what works best.
On the two points above, I should add that it's important for me to align my values and impact with the organization for which I work. Brand, design, creative work as a whole can be powerful and really make an difference. I don't want my contribution there to be toward selling socks (note: socks are great), but rather toward progress on (even more) important issues and making a positive difference for people.
RIGHT NOW
Why not now? Currently, I’m the Design Director for San Francisco Travel Association—the official destination marketing organization for the City by the Bay. I’m fortunate to work with an amazing team in sharing this beautiful city with the world. And that’s coming from a Dodger fan.
I hold an MS in Digital Social Media from the University of Southern California and experience in marketing with groups ranging from start-ups to global organizations to non-profits. I’m careful to keep in mind the world much larger than myself and want to align my work toward a more sustainable and just future. This means I’m excited to share my passion, creativity, and expertise!
Awards
I'm happy to have been a part of a great team whose work is recognized with the following awards.
- 2024 / Visit California Poppy Award / Best Content Marketing Campaign, "A Royal Welcome"
- 2023 / Adrian Award / Digital—Website
- 2022 / Visit California / Best Cooperative Marketing
- 2021 / Internet Advertising Competition / Best Travel Online Video Campaign
- 2020 / Visit California Poppy Award / Best Content Marketing Campaign, "Culinary"
Experience
June 2017–Present
San Francisco Travel Association
Director, Design
I lead the Creative Services team in delivering advertising, photography, video, and print publications while helping develop brand strategy and maintaining consistent presentation across media.
December 2011–June 2017
McGraw-Hill Education
Relationship Marketing Manager
Built data-driven, integrated marketing campaigns, from objectives to strategies to tactics. Developed demand generation and led marketing automation projects. Managed work with creative teams and external agencies. Developed brand identity and styleguide. Other work includes copywriting, campaign planning, social media management, analytics, print/web design, and web development.
January 2009–December 2010
SFJAZZ
Web Developer
Maintained and developed company website with updated design, copy, and features. Created print and web advertisements. Assisted on marketing strategy and managed the building of new online presences.
Skills
Creative Direction, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Project Management, Brand Strategy, Email Marketing, Video Production, Front-End Web Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, Acrobat, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Salesforce, Mailchimp, Asana, HTML/CSS, Wordpress, Google Analytics, DSLR Photography, acknowledging you—dear reader—have made it this far.