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Oak Park, IL, US

Oak Park, IL, US

As a leader of a dynamic, multidisciplinary creative team, I spearheaded the production of compelling creative assets across diverse channels. My role involved defining and guiding the creative development process, establishing clear communication workstreams with stakeholders and executive leaders, and ensuring projects met all expectations on time and.

Chicago, IL

Joined the team as a photo producer managing location scouting, talent acquisition, and run of show day operations. Expanded role as head of all experiential activations for the brand, overseeing a portfolio of large-scale projects and events with up to 7-figure budget. Responsible for the overall success of experiential initiatives by unifying teams.

Chicago, IL

Led the in-house Studio Production team comprised of 8 stylists and producers in executing weekly photoshoots for E-Commerce. Produced content, video, photography, to elevate the brand on social media and in customer-facing marketing campaigns. Promoted to production manager (2018) with a heavier role in managing studio operations, project scheduling.

Chicago, IL

Scheduled and managed photo shoots for a creative studio specializing in food photography, design, and production work. Coordinated teams of designers, traffic managers, account executives, photographers, and stylists to ensure shoots were executed on-time and within budget. Strategized with Accounts team to prioritize projects and maintain communication..

Chicago, IL

Creative consultant and freelance photographer, working with agencies and brands on editorial, events, food, and marketing shoots. Collaborate with photographers as a studio producer, coordinating set dressing, food and prop styling, and talent casting. Source shoot locations and assist with set up and transport of high-value photography equipment.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Location sourced for TV and Photography shoots in the Chicago Area. Permitted locations, Managed sites, and organized library of assets.

Chicago, IL

Worked with national accounts (Nestle Waters, Hersey, James Beard Foundation) to execute print projects to client, brand, and quality standards. Communicated project specs, deadlines, and expectations to agency teams in Chicago, Connecticut, and Portland. Collaborated with designers to establish timelines, budgets, and coordinate workflow. Managed.