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Chicago

•Direct the design and implementation of motion graphics and animation across diverse multimedia initiatives, ranging from digital ads and broadcast packages to interactive web experiences.•Conceive original motion graphics designs in sync with brand guidelines and project goals.•Craft meticulous storyboards to pre-visualize the narrative flow for animations and video projects.•Mentor jr. motion designers, overseeing deliverables and providing feedback.•Engage with clients to define requirements and present preliminary design drafts.•Continuously update expertise to align with current industry trends, advising teams and leadership on best practices.•Foster seamless collaboration with stakeholders like art directors, graphic designers, and writers, to produce unified end products.•Actively engage in strategic brainstorming with peers and leadership, shaping the direction of the company to meet goals.•Leverage software, including Adobe After Effects, and Cinema 4D for 2D/3D animation and graphics creation.•Key Achievements:o Collaborated with the Creative Director to revamp the entire visual identity and broadcast package for WCIU, The U Network, achieving a contemporary aesthetic and elevating the standard of graphics and animations.o Pioneered the creative approach and execution for graphics in diverse show packages, including Svengoolie's Boonanza, Saturday Morning Cartoons, The 3 Stooges, Black History Verified, and MeTV Summer of Me Sunday Block Party.o Earned a commendation on 2022 performance review for expertise in logo design, animation, color theory, special effects, and typography, as acknowledged by well-known Creative Director, Chris Kemnic.o Established durable partnerships with key networks such as WCIU The U, MOVIES!, MeTV, Heroes & Icons, CW26, CW25, Start, Story, and Catchy Comedy, contributing to both creative quality and business expansion.o Promoted due to proven results, expertise and communication/leadership abilities.

Chicago

•Collaborated seamlessly with news writers, producers, and video editors to deliver impactful, bite-sized news segments in a high-paced digital news setting.•Key Achievement: Spearheaded creative strategies for rapid content production, streamlining processes to achieve excellence.

Greater Chicago Area

•Developed robust client partnerships through a solutions-focused approach, translating creative ideas into deliverables.•Managed full-cycle project execution, including budget and timeline oversight, while ensuring the highest levels of creative integrity.•Maintained consistent and transparent communication with clients, keeping them abreast of project statuses.•Deployed user-focused, visually engaging digital experiences across a multitude of platforms, serving a diverse array of clients across print, branding, interactive design, web, immersive environments, and digital/broadcast video.•Designed intuitive and visually appealing user experiences across various digital platforms, including websites and mobile apps.•Created storyboards and mood boards for design and animation projects.•Developed knowledge of user interviews, surveys, and usability tests to acquire insights that drove design decisions.•Developed an understanding of user interface designs rooted in UX principles and user research.•Ensured cross-device design integrity by optimizing digital designs for various screen sizes.•Kept abreast of emerging trends, tools, and technologies in the digital experience design space.•Key Achievement: Contributed to the creation of award-winning experiential displays and interactive digital installations for automotive trade shows like the North American International Auto Show, collaborating with notable companies like Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and EEI Global.

Remote. Agency Locations: Co, La, Ny, Chi, Det, Sea, Sao Paulo, London

•Reported directly to Executive Producer, Peter D'Amato, serving as a key contributor to a remote, 15-member team of diverse creatives including developers, 3D artists, and content writers across global locations including L.A., New York, and London.•Key Achievement: Fostered high-profile client relationships with notable brands such as HBO, TaylorMade, H2O+, Gatorade, Vail Resorts, Tool of North America, Norwegian Cruise Line, Webex, Porsche, the U.S. National Park Service, Subaru, and CISCO.

San Francisco, California, United States

•Led creative direction and fostered an inclusive learning environment within the university’s virtual Learning Management System (LMS), moderating student interactions and setting transparent guidelines for engagement.•Continuously updated course materials to align with evolving industry standards in the fields of motion graphics and animation.•Graded and evaluated student projects and assignments, offering actionable feedback in accordance with academic standards.•Mentored students in career development, aiding them in portfolio creation and effective job-seeking strategies.•Key Achievement: Partnered with a software developer to flawlessly integrate the beginner-level motion graphics course into the Academy's virtual LMS, managing all facets of the implementation process.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

•Conceived, executed, and bolstered creative solutions aimed at business development and sales in a client-facing role.•Furnished clear guidance and mentorship, aligning the creative team with client visions and objectives.•Key Achievements:o Promoted to Creative Director due to proven results, expertise and effective leadership skills.o Implemented creative benchmarks and goals to drive growth of creative talent within the department.

•Produced high end advertising, promotion, and collateral work for the Northern California real estate market, playing an integral role in helping streamline production to move more efficiently to reach deadlines more consistently within a small agency.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

•Worked as a retail advertising layout artist for both the Sears and Kmart accounts.