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Centralia, Wa, Us

Creating games....for the fun and play of it.

Rochester, Wa, Us

As a Marketing Analyst at Lucky Eagle Casino and Hotel, I leverage my extensive experience in marketing and data analytics to drive customer engagement and enhance our marketing strategies. My role encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including:Marketing Database Analysis: Manage and analyze marketing databases to identify trends, customer behaviors, and opportunities for targeted marketing campaigns.Email Marketing: Develop, execute, and optimize email marketing campaigns to engage customers, promote events, and drive revenue.- 90 Day Improvements: Exceeded all KPI metrics. Most notable: - Improve CTR by 2.4X - Decreased Bounce Rate by 5.97X - Decreased Abuse Reports by 4.8XDirect Mail Marketing: Design and implement direct mail campaigns, integrating data insights to ensure personalized and effective outreach.Website Development: Oversee the development and optimization of the casino’s website, ensuring it is user-friendly, visually appealing, and optimized for SEO. Collaborate with web developers and designers to enhance online user experiences and drive traffic.Kiosk Development: Manage the development and maintenance of customer-facing kiosks within the casino, ensuring they provide a seamless and engaging user experience.Data Analytics and Reporting: Conduct in-depth data analysis and generate comprehensive reports to measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and inform strategic decisions.Collaborative Strategy Development: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, creative, and operations, to align marketing strategies with business objectives and drive overall growth.System used: Bally Business Intelligence, Light & Wonder CMP, Everi Trilogy, SQL Server

SFF Digital is an innovative consultancy firm based in Washington State, specializing in empowering SMBs, Start-ups, and Non-Profit organizations to navigate the complexities of the digital marketing landscape. We believe in delivering impactful solutions that transcend limitations posed by tight budgets and limited resources.I play a pivotal role in shaping our diverse clientele's marketing and branding strategies. My expertise is instrumental in crafting systems and processes that address the unique challenges faced by small to medium-sized businesses and non-profits.Key Responsibilities: • Strategic Consultation: Collaborate with clients to understand their goals, challenges, and target audience, providing tailored marketing and branding solutions.• System Development: Create efficient marketing systems and processes to maximize output with limited resources, ensuring sustainability and long-term success.• Project-Based Services: Lead and execute targeted marketing campaigns, encompassing email marketing, social media, content creation, and other relevant channels.• Budget Optimization: Devise strategies to maximize limited marketing budgets, ensuring cost-effective yet impactful campaigns.• Client Education: Empower clients with the knowledge and skills to manage and refine their marketing strategies independently.Notable Outcomes:• Spearheaded strategic consultation sessions with 15 clients, resulting in the development of tailored marketing and branding solutions that led to an average increase in client revenue by 30%.• Implemented a new system development approach that streamlined marketing processes for 10 clients, reducing operational costs by 20% while maintaining high-quality output.• Executed project-based services for 2 non-profit organizations, generating over $50,000 in donations through targeted marketing campaigns across various channels.

Novato, Ca, Us

DPI Merchandising is a one-stop white-label e-commerce and merchandise development solution for video game and entertainment brands.Key Responsibilities:• Created strategies and executables for Email/SMS automation and campaigns, Push Notifications, digital advertising, organic growth marketing, content marketing, blog, PR, market research, customer research, customer acquisition, customer retention, SEO, SEM, loyalty programs, ambassador & influencer programs, partner relationship management, e-commerce development, UI & UX development, A/B testing, Product Merchandising and more.Results:• Managed a team of 5 employees to oversee the development of 5 successful e-commerce stores and all associated marketing efforts, leading to a 40% increase in customer retention rates.• Developed and executed comprehensive strategies for email/SMS automation, push notifications, digital advertising, and content marketing resulting in a 100% increase YOY in e-commerce revenue over 4 years..• Spearheaded initiatives to optimize UI/UX development and A/B testing processes, resulting in a significant improvement of website conversion rates by 340%.• Implemented customer acquisition strategies resulting in a 300% increase in new customer registrations.• Enhanced email marketing performance, improving open rates by 3X and click-through rates by 60%.

Elbert, Co, Us

The Brink Literacy Project is a non-profit devoted to utilizing the power of storytelling to positively affect the lives of people on the brink.Donor Engagement: • Donation Growth: Achieved a 35% increase in annual donations through targeted fundraising campaigns and donor engagement initiatives. • Donor Retention: Implemented strategies resulting in a 15% improvement in donor retention rates, fostering long-term support. • New Donor Acquisition: Successfully acquired 65% more new donors through innovative outreach and awareness campaigns.Readership and Engagement: • F(r)iction Readership Growth: Drove a 58% increase in readership for the F(r)iction literary journal through effective marketing and content strategies. • Community Engagement: Enhanced community engagement metrics, measured by comments, shares, and interactions on social media platforms.Rebranding and Marketing: • Brand Perception Improvement: Led a rebranding initiative resulting in a 240% improvement in brand perception and recognition. • Marketing ROI: Achieved a 16X return on investment (ROI) in marketing initiatives, demonstrating efficient use of resources. • Content Marketing Effectiveness: Improved content marketing performance, measured by a 46% increase in organic traffic and engagement.Team Management: • Team Productivity: Led the marketing team to achieve an 18% increase in productivity, measured by project completion timelines and milestones. • Operational Efficiency: Implemented streamlined processes, leading to a 25% improvement in operational efficiency.Achievements: • Successfully rebranded Brink Literacy Project, resulting in increased donor engagement and a positive shift in brand perception. • Launched and managed a targeted campaign resulting in a 35% increase in F(r)iction readership. • Developed a new printing partnership that reduced print costs by more than 50% for the F(r)iction literary journal.

As a key team member at ArtOrder Publishing for over a decade, I played a pivotal role in transforming the landscape for independent creatives. ArtOrder Publishing was established to offer an alternative platform for artists and writers, enabling them to bring their works to life outside the constraints of major publishing houses. My multifaceted role encompassed:• Art Direction & Creative Direction: Guided the visual and creative aspects of our publications, ensuring high-quality and compelling art and storytelling.• Branding & Graphic Design: Developed and maintained the visual identity of ArtOrder and its diverse range of projects, from indy comics and art books to non-profit journals.• Illustration & Layout: Provided hands-on support with illustration and layout design, ensuring a cohesive and professional final product.• Marketing & Video Production: Created and executed comprehensive marketing strategies, including video creation and editing, to promote our publications and engage our audience.• Kickstarter Management: Successfully managed multiple Kickstarter campaigns from campaign design to fulfillment.During my tenure, I championed the voices of creatives who might not have had an opportunity with mainstream publishers. My efforts contributed to a series of successful publications and a thriving community of independent artists and writers.Key Achievements:Directed and produced 10 sold-out publications.Implemented cost-reducing strategies for non-profit publishing.Empowered independent creatives to bring their unique voices to the world.

Denver, Co, Us

• Managed and mentored a team of 20 artists, improving the overall productivity by 35% within one year.• Directed the development of 5 major digital and tabletop games, garnering an average of 4.6 stars in user ratings across multiple platforms.• Collaborated with cross-functional development teams, reducing the game production project cycle by 20%.• Implemented innovative new design techniques and art technologies which led to a 15% boost in user engagement with the game visuals.

Grapevine, Texas, Us

Product Development Success: Oversaw the successful launch of over 300 new products, contributing to a 35% increase in overall product sales.Time-to-Market Efficiency: Improved product development timelines, reducing time-to-market by 15%, ensuring a competitive edge in the fast-paced consumer products industry.Sales Growth: Achieved a 13% YoY increase in consumer product sales through effective product positioning and marketing strategies.Customer Satisfaction Ratings: Maintained consistently high customer satisfaction ratings, exceeding a 90% satisfaction rate through quality assurance and product innovation.Product Lifecycle Management: Successfully managed product lifecycles, ensuring timely updates, refreshes, and retirements, contributing to sustained consumer interest.Brand Recognition: Enhanced brand recognition through effective product branding and marketing, resulting in a 12% increase in brand visibility.Consumer Trends Analysis: Led consumer trends analysis initiatives, ensuring products aligned with market demands, resulting in a 16% improvement in product relevance.Cost Control and Margin Improvement: Implemented cost control measures, resulting in a 5% improvement in product margins while maintaining competitive pricing.Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring an 8% reduction in production costs.Team Management: Directed a team of 25 designers, project managers, production managers, and engineers, fostering collaboration and creativity, which resulted in innovative products that boosted the company's market share by 15%.Achievements:- Successfully launched product lines for more than 12 new licensed IPs, increasing sales across new product categories, attracting new customers to the store audience, and generating significant buzz in the consumer products community.

Bellevue, Washington, Us

• Strategically partnered with multidisciplinary teams such as sales, marketing, brand management, and research and development to cultivate visual brand augmentation tactics.• Preserved brand integrity by facilitating close-knit relationships with internal creative units, external partners, and license holders to maintain brand uniformity.• Managed and mentored the in-house creative studio while personally overseeing art commissioning, conceptual design, and graphic composition aspects.• Immersed in the art community to encourage dialogue, mentor upcoming artists, and represent the company's interests within the artistic circle.• Played a pivotal role in spearheading packaging innovation, enhancing processes, and advocating for creative solutions in the game development realm.• Implemented cross-media uniformity and brand identification in alliance with external game and animation studios, as well as entertainment production companies.• Administered the visual incorporation of both analog and video game products, publishing ventures, comic expressions, lifestyle merchandise, and entertainment assets of the brand.Served in the capacity of Creative Director for several brand lines, including Dungeons & Dragons, Heroscape, Avalon Hill, and Axis & Allies.

Seattle, Wa, Us

- Directed the financial and operational revitalization of the University of Washington's Creative Services department, advancing it to a profitable entity- Managed a diverse team of over 10 professionals, guiding the department in overcoming fiscal challenges and taking responsibility for all profit and loss outcomes- Enhanced operational productivity by more than 20% and trimmed costs by 15% through the adoption of more efficient procedures and technologies- Led the expansion of the department's revenue streams by pioneering new service offerings that brought previously outsourced projects in-house, promoting cost savings and financial growthMy leadership at the University of Washington has been marked by a steadfast dedication to improving financial stability, streamlining operations, and fostering innovative growth, which has in turn bolstered the university's economic robustness and independence in creative services.

Bellevue, Washington, Us

As the Vice-President of Creative Services at Wizards of the Coast, I orchestrate global visual content creation for the organization, spearheading a comprehensive visual strategy across 20+ brands, approximately 190 product lines, and 53 retail locations. Leading and mentoring a multi-talented team of 57 creatives, including designers, art directors, sculptors, photographers, and illustrators, I ensure the delivery of high-quality visual communications across various mediums.My role encompasses managing creative visual communications for product and brand development, conceptual design, print, digital media, broadcasting, apparel graphics, point-of-purchase (POP), point-of-sale (POS) displays, and retail environment design. I also oversee a substantial departmental budget, ensuring efficient allocation of funds to support operational objectives.Collaborating closely with Research & Development, Brand Management, and Sales teams, I guide product and branding initiatives from concept to execution, aligning with corporate growth, marketing efforts, and product launches. Together with executive leadership, I develop and execute strategic plans aimed at driving corporate growth and enhancing marketing initiatives.My dedication to excellence has been recognized with a series of industry awards for design, print media, art direction, and illustration. With a broad scope of professional skills, including proficiency in print and digital media design, animation, illustration, advertising, and marketing materials creation, I consistently strive to elevate the creative vision of Wizards of the Coast.

Bellevue, Washington, Us

Passionate creative leader with a proven track record in bringing the fantastical worlds of Dungeons & Dragons to life through compelling visuals and innovative design. As Senior Art Director at Wizards of the Coast, I've had the privilege of shaping the visual identity of one of the most iconic brands in gaming.• Product Creation: Spearheaded the development of cutting-edge products for the Dungeons & Dragons brand, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and captivating storytelling through visual elements.• Licensed Execution Management: Orchestrated successful collaborations and managed licensed executions of the Dungeons & Dragons brand, maintaining brand integrity while expanding its reach across various mediums.• Multi-Medium Expertise: Led creative teams in the development of novels, tabletop and video games, magazines, merchandise, comics, and DM and Player tools, consistently delivering high-quality content that resonates with fans worldwide.

Bellevue, Washington, Us

As the Marketing Art Director at Wizards of the Coast, I lead a talented team in crafting compelling visual narratives that captivate audiences worldwide. With a blend of traditional and digital marketing expertise, I drove brand engagement and loyalty, ensuring that each campaign resonates with fans old and new.🔮 Key Responsibilities:• Conceptualizing and executing high-impact marketing campaigns for renowned brands such as Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, and more.• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to align creative vision with strategic objectives.Overseeing the development of captivating visual assets across various channels, from print to digital and beyond.• Leveraging data-driven insights to optimize marketing efforts and maximize ROI.• Championing innovation and pushing boundaries to stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment marketing.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Art/Art Studies, General

Associate Of Arts (Aa), 3D Animation And Multimedia Design

Electrical Engineering