My
love of design began with photography and watercolor painting. When I first
laid hands on Photoshop while working on my college newspaper, I couldn't
get enough. I would try everything. The undo key was my best friend. Since
then, I've designed logos, direct mail, ads, brochures, sales and marketing
collateral, billboards, and publications thick and thin. When the web came
around, I dove right in. Banner ads, splash screens, web sites from the simple
to the complex. What can I say? I love to learn. I've even dabbled in new
construction — designing floor plans, railings and selecting finishes for
lighting, kitchens and bathrooms. In 2001, I started teaching part-time at
the Art Institute of Portland. The first thing I teach a new student? A love
for the undo key. That way, they'll try everything.
As a designer, you're asked to do a lot and everyone is a critic. That's
why I also became skilled at project management. Seeing the end. Defining
(and redefining) success. Managing expectations. Coaching. Driving. Pleading.
Laughing. Asking a lot of questions, even though people don't always want
to answer. Doing what you said you'd do on time and on budget through a process
that doesn't beat anyone up. It really doesn't matter what the project is
— die cut folder, database-driven web site, Air app, row home development
— the process can make you or break you. If you need a print and/or interactive
project manager with a proven track record, I'm it.
Work Experience:
Advertising/Design Agencies |
In-House Marketing/Design |
Creative Abandon
Babcock & Jenkins
US Web/CKS
Rosen/Brown Direct |
Nike
Telismart
Adidas
Fluid Marketing Systems |
Higher Education |
Clients |
Art Institute of Portland |
Collier Arbor Care
Aprende con Amigos
International Museum of Carousel Art
Mitchell Wine Group |
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