I am an experienced, results-driven award-winning creative designer who focuses on creative excellence and personable, reliable service. I have a proven track record of developing and delivering b2b and b2c work ranging in size from start-ups to small business to some of the world’s most recognized brands.Focusing on your business goals, clear messaging, creative design, while increasing brand visibility & consumer interest… I know how to nail your design projects while working within… Show more I am an experienced, results-driven award-winning creative designer who focuses on creative excellence and personable, reliable service. I have a proven track record of developing and delivering b2b and b2c work ranging in size from start-ups to small business to some of the world’s most recognized brands.Focusing on your business goals, clear messaging, creative design, while increasing brand visibility & consumer interest… I know how to nail your design projects while working within your budget and exceeding your expectations. After designing literally thousands of marketing materials for hundreds of companies, my breadth of work includes;• Brand Identity & Guidelines• Print Design• Package Design• Website Design + Development• Advertising Campaigns• Catalogs, Brochures, Direct Mail• Paid & Organic Social Campaigns• Trade Show/Exhibit Booth Design• Marketing Materials• MerchI’ve been fortunate enough to work with some of the world's most recognizable brands, including Marshall Amps, The NY Mets, Four Seasons, Adweek, D'Addario, Korg, Samson, The Hollywood Reporter, Absurd Snacks, Diamonds International, Mason Industries, Palumbo Wealth Management, Royal Waste, Bloomsburg Carpet, WT Shade, Denny's, VariGrip, Kodak, Connolly Music, Revelle, Fairport Baptist Homes, WeCare, and many more.An advocate and partner with each of my clients, I take extra time at the beginning of each new relationship to understand your business needs or pain points and to help you identify effective solutions.I'm always available to email or hop on a quick call to discuss your design needs.I look forward to working with you!-Adam Show less

Responsible for the overall creative strategy of D’Addario & Co. and its seven global brands of musical instrument, custom installation and consumer electronic accessories, artist relations, educational resources and foundation work. Directed the creative process, outside vendors and design & support staff to ensure initiatives were met and in-synch with brand management, marketing and executive business goals thru all consumer, distributor, oem, corporate, sales, artist relations and… Show more Responsible for the overall creative strategy of D’Addario & Co. and its seven global brands of musical instrument, custom installation and consumer electronic accessories, artist relations, educational resources and foundation work. Directed the creative process, outside vendors and design & support staff to ensure initiatives were met and in-synch with brand management, marketing and executive business goals thru all consumer, distributor, oem, corporate, sales, artist relations and employee-facing initiatives. Gained invaluable knowledge across all aspects of operational leadership, including product development, brand management, marketing, sales, hiring practices, etc.Hands on Designer and Creative Director for all retail packaging, consumer and trade advertising, print collateral, multiple consumer and corporate web sites and intranets, corporate presentations, trade shows and special events, product design, brand style guides, swag program, in-store displays and point-of-purchase efforts. Ensured department is current with emerging technologies and creative trends. Developed procedures for the best possible workflow and quality control. Manage in-house photo, audio and video recording studios and executed press checks on in-house Heidelberg presses. Show less

Responsible for the creative strategy and fueled the creative culture of The Hollywood Reporter, Back Stage and Shoot properties including leading trade publications, internet sites, trade shows and special events. Managed staff, mentored new talent and fostered creativity to produce industry-leading work bridging business and creative objectives. Built, lead and set long-term creative vision and strategic direction with senior and executive management for corporate department providing… Show more Responsible for the creative strategy and fueled the creative culture of The Hollywood Reporter, Back Stage and Shoot properties including leading trade publications, internet sites, trade shows and special events. Managed staff, mentored new talent and fostered creativity to produce industry-leading work bridging business and creative objectives. Built, lead and set long-term creative vision and strategic direction with senior and executive management for corporate department providing critical promotional and marketing support to the entire company. Developed on-going marketing opportunities between The Hollywood Reporter, Back Stage, Shoot, Adweek & Billboard properties and industry associations, i.e.; AICP, Clio's and others.Managed and executed advertising, corporate collateral, websites and online advertising, publication design, packaging, merchandise, special events and conventions, value-added programs. Developed initiatives for new revenue, cross title programs and content leveraging. Orchestrated advertising and readership research studies for marketing objectives. Show less