I'm an art director, educator, and visual storyteller with a sweet tooth for print design and a strong craving to share my passion with those around me. Every brand has a story to tell, and I enjoy the process of crafting a creative strategy to help shape a brand through strong, conceptual work. As a creative lead, I'm a big believer in collaboration and relish the opportunity to bring together talented individuals, empowering them to cultivate the confidence to not only build successful campaigns, but to also feel fulfilled and valued in their own careers.Currently, I get to immerse myself in design direction for various branding projects and marketing collateral. I dig type, grids, and all the little details that pull a page together in a layout. With close collaboration of our digital team, I also help ensure brand consistency across multiple platforms. As an experienced project manager, I'm familiar with all the ins and outs of maintaining positive client relationships and creating a solid foundation of internal processes to keep projects moving. In addition to my background in graphic design, I also hold a degree in film production and have experience in video and digital media. Being a mentor is something I am also very passionate about, and since 2010, I have served as an Adjunct Graphics Instructor at Valencia College, one of the nation's top community colleges. Through teaching a variety of courses, I have learned the importance of catering to different learning styles in order to motivate and inspire future generations of talented designers.