Blake Knight Email & Phone Number

Bentonville, Arkansas, Us

As a Creative Tools Enablement Manager on the Creative Studio Tools team at Walmart, I help define, refine, and support the suite of tools that drive our creative operations. My focus is on equipping our designers, writers, art directors, and production teams with the right platforms and workflows—encompassing Adobe Workfront, Figma, Capture One, Smartsheet, Airtable, and emerging automation solutions—to produce exceptional, brand-aligned content at scale.In this role, I collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate new tools, triage unknowns in ongoing tool development and adoption, and assist with granting licenses, permissions, and access. I create tutorials, workflow documentation, and step-by-step guides to ensure our creatives fully leverage the capabilities at their fingertips. Additionally, I streamline asset management workflows and integrate automation enhancements that reduce manual effort and increase operational efficiency.A key facet of my responsibilities involves researching and piloting burgeoning AI and automation technologies, identifying how these innovations can enhance our existing ecosystem. I also centralize and maintain comprehensive documentation—covering tool features, best practices, and relevant use cases—providing a single source of truth for the Creative Studio’s toolkit and processes.Ultimately, my work ensures that Walmart’s creative teams remain agile, informed, and empowered, enabling them to deliver consistently innovative and high-quality work within a robust, well-orchestrated tooling environment.

Los Angeles, California, Us

As the creative force behind Cedar House Media's consultancy division, I orchestrate an innovative vertical that unites art and technology. My role encompasses managing a diverse team of UX/UI designers, content designers and producers, and video production specialists to deliver groundbreaking marketing and branding solutions.• Oversee the contracting and collaboration of UX/UI designers, content designers and producers, video producers, and more, enhancing the firm's creative capacity and service offerings• Champion interdisciplinary projects, leading to significant optimization of creative processes and digital asset workflows, and foster a cohesive, interdisciplinary approach to branding and product experiences• Lead automation initiatives with a robust programming toolkit (HTML, CSS, Java, Processing), which enhances Digital Content Creation (DCC) software and streamlined production pipelines• Spearhead AR/VR initiatives using tools like 3DS Max and Figma to craft immersive user experiences• Oversee development of a 3D asset pipeline, melding expertise in 3DS Max, Unreal Engine, Blender, Houdini, and Adobe Substance to produce cutting-edge visual content• Implement blockchain protocols to fortify digital asset management and pioneer the use of generative AI to amplify the firm’s creative output and deliver innovative solutions

Paris, Fr

Crafted educational and engaging narratives for the children’s podcast “Growin’ Up.”• Authored scripts for “Growin’ Up” podcast re: various professions with Lingokids' learning objectives• Enhanced narratives with interactive elements to meet client schedules and educational standards• Integrated stories with digital media for a unified cross-platform user experience• Perform A/B testing against control to identify engaged user demographics; review data analyses to discover and resolve hurdles, experience breaks, achieve educational targets, and boost engagement

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Se

Hosted "A Gay in the Life," a live radio show on Spotify Live, spotlighting LGBTQ+ issues and culture.• Curated and hosted weekly live discussions, engaging audiences with explorations of complex topics• Conducted interviews with queer celebrities, politicians, and experts, enriching the program with a diverse range of perspectives• Leveraged content marketing strategies to enhance show visibility and grow the listener base, utilizing SEO-optimized descriptions and robust social media content integration• Analyzed listener engagement data to tailor content, ensuring the programming was impactful and aligned with audience interestsBorne from an informational YouTube series I created with my husband during the pandemic (which I used as proof of concept), I pitched the "A Gay in the Life" concept to Spotify in partnership with production company Paradiso Media (https://paradisomedia.io/en). Spotify picked the show up as a live radio show tasked with reporting on queer news, history, and pop culture, with the interesting element of allowing the hosts to chat with listeners about their experiences in a live talk radio setting. As creator and host of this show, I have interviewed dozens of activists, journalists, politicians, authors, and entertainers on the air, including: Tan France (Netflix's "Queer Eye"); Jackie Cox and Alyssa Edwards ("RuPaul's Drag Race"); director Peter Paige ("Queer as Folk," "The Fosters"); rapper Taylor Bennett; and Olympian Gus Kenworthy. As of November 2022, I have researched, hosted, and produced 60 episodes of the show, all of which are now streaming on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Uw1FfEmEQSjLUOVZ8jPtl?si=0672736384dd4cfd. After two seasons of the show, my contract with Spotify ends Q4 2022.

Los Angeles, Us

Key creative force behind the writing of the Emmy-nominated sitcom "This Just In!" and various other series. • Utilized creative technology tools to advance script development and streamline the editing process• Integrated SEO strategies within show content to enhance online discoverability and audience growth• Led a team of writers, fostering a collaborative environment to produce high-quality content consistently within budgetary limitations and adhering to educational/informational guidelines set by networks• Initiated and maintained a digital archive for scripts and project documents, promoting efficient content management and retrievalUnder contract with ATI, I was a screenwriter on the Emmy-nominated family sitcom and E/I (educational/informational) program "This Just In!" (2017), featured on PopTV, wherein I adhered to budgetary constraints and federal mandates regarding E/I programming guidelines. ATI also contracted me to write on a number of television specials and miniseries. I was the writer and creator of the six-episode horror miniseries "Evil Touch" (2019), which was shot in Armenia and Romania and is currently syndicated to a number of countries throughout Europe. Additionally, I was also contracted to write a modern-take, six-episode miniseries based on the novella "The Most Dangerous Game" (in pre-production), as well as a ten-episode miniseries titled "House of Helsing," which was filmed in Q2 2022 and is based on the character Abraham Van Helsing from the 1897 novel "Dracula." Additionally, I also wrote comedic and informational scripts for the program "The World's Funniest Animals" (2020), as well as presenter speech scripts for the 2022 Family Film Awards.

I began my career as a freelance writer and copy editor following my time working in my university's writing center, where I assisted students on essays and capstone academic projects. However, I soon expanded my skillset to become a one-stop shop for individuals looking for help in the world of publishing and took on the tasks of proofreader, ghostwriter, and layout designer, amongst others. More recently, my more piecemeal contract work in copywriting, brand strategy, and graphic design includes creating content for a number of well-known brands, such as Disney, Honda, Robinhood, CVS, Skyy Vodka, The Gersh Agency, UCLA, Beacon Economics, Taschen, and others. As a creative freelancer who has headed up an assortment of projects since graduating with degrees in Communications, Creative Writing, and Multimedia Design, I regularly perform and direct various creative tasks, including: • content writing and ghostwriting; • proofreading, copy editing, and extensive rewriting for manuscripts; • ready-to-print layout design for publications; • social media marketing and search engine optimization; • creating infographics; • the development and implementation of advertising platforms (company branding, website and logo design, typography, behavioral usability, package design, etc); and, • cartoons, illustrations, and storyboarding.Samples of my work available upon request.

Pasadena , Us

As the Art Director for Weddinc Destination Publications, I led the creation of high-end promotional materials, seamlessly blending traditional design with digital innovation to showcase luxury hotels and venues. I directed aesthetic strategy and production, fostering a team of creatives in delivering content that embodied the brand’s sophistication.• Managed and mentored a team comprising photographers, layout and ad designers, and publishing experts to execute high-quality projects that met luxury standards.• Orchestrated extensive photoshoots, creating visually rich narratives for brands like Peninsula Beverly Hills and Fairmont San Jose, which enhanced the storytelling and appeal of their wedding and event offerings.• Pioneered B2C content strategies on social media, achieving a 20% increase in consumer engagement.Collaborated with high-end clients to ensure each publication accurately mirrored their distinctive elegance and story.• Skilled in Adobe InDesign, Adobe XD, Canva, and QuarkXPress, I crafted intricate layouts, typographic designs, and oversaw brochure production from concept through to final printing, including quality control at press checks. My role extended to photo editing, copywriting, proofreading, and coordinating web content, emphasizing a cohesive brand experience across print and digital platforms. My responsibilities also covered the management and organization of comprehensive company content, overseeing client relations, approvals, and social media strategy to ensure a consistent and compelling brand narrative.

Revitalized the brand through strategic redesign and creative direction of marketing materials.• Orchestrated the creative rebranding efforts, including website redesign and packaging to reposition the company in the market• Directed the layout and design of a company-branded cookbook, showcasing products in innovative culinary presentations, using Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, and Basecamp• Collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging across all platforms• Integrated user experience (UX) principles into the design of marketing materials, improving customer interaction and satisfactionI was initially hired by Amazing Taste to create a few online banner ads for the company's products; however, I was soon brought in full time to help with a brand overhaul (including the company website and package design) and to layout a company-branded cookbook.My duties included: • creating advertising platforms and writing advertising/marketing copy; • content writing and ready-to-print layout design for company cookbook;• managing multiple projects from concept through completion and assembling the pieces of each project (editing, content writing, graphic design, copywriting, etc.);• coordinating culinary photoshoots for packaging design and cookbook contents;• developing creative programs and design concepts that met the business objectives of the organization and that advance our brand strategy; and• establishing creative direction for the entire line of online services and programs.

My first job as a copywriter was with company Embedded in LA, which produced creative adverts, music videos, and marketing content for dozens of businesses. It was a great place to get my feet wet in the professional creative world.My duties included:• conceptualizing the design and layouts for weekly meetings regarding certain projects; • editing stories based on differing reading levels for correctness from on-staff and freelance writers;• coordinating and illustrating according to inlaid texts; and• signing off on completed pages and corresponding illustrations prior to going to print.

My internship at Global Study Magazine - a quarterly magazine that focused on study abroad experiences - had me sourcing advertisers, writing articles and copy, and proofreading content for to be ready for publication. My duties included:• writing stories on worldwide study abroad programs; • seeking out collaborating student writers from schools around the globe;• handling the supervision of writing, formatting, and layout tasks of the magazine;• editing and compiling submitted articles; and • researching and correspondence with possible international advertisers.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Creative Technology

Ba In Communications, Writing, Multimedia Design

Master Of Fine Arts - Mfa, Screenwriting