Working at 9/8 Central proved to be an amazing opportunity. For over a decade, I worked on video production from the agency/client side of the business, securing bids and selecting the production company we would ultimately work with. This position allowed me to learn more about the industry from a new perspective—from the roles of each crew member and film day planning to post-production timelines and editing. And, of course, I was able to sharpen my skills with regard to on-screen and VO casting, identifying locations and set design.

One thing I've always been passionate about is helping bring the creative team's ideas to life—be it printed materials, videos or photography. Every day is different, but I love the challenge that comes with seeing projects through from start to finish. Whether I'm matching one of our amazing vendor partners with the right project, building timelines, heading to a press check, sourcing talent, shopping for props or spending the day on location, I'm giving each task my all. Because, at the end of the day, the final product needs to be outstanding . . . making Crawford and our clients look great!Accounts of note include: United Community Bank, Michelin N. A., American Zinc Products, North Myrtle Beach CVB, Haywood County (NC) TDA, USC Upstate, Southern Wesleyan University, Prisma Health and others.

After wearing many hats at Cargo—from Traffic and Project Manager to Print and Broadcast Producer—my responsibilities were combined into a Resource Manager (Master Producer) role. While managing the agency’s internal and external creative resources, I directed and helped coordinate the day‐to‐day agency creative and production efforts for clients in the U.S. and Canada. Responsibilities included managing internal creative needs and project risks; maintaining constant knowledge of current and upcoming projects and business development activities as they relate to resourcing; working with Traffic Manager to create project estimates and timelines, ensuring the work is produced on time and within budget; and coordinating print and broadcast production.Accounts of note include: Mercedes-Benz, Intel, Canon Canada, 3M, Daimler, Freightliner, Microsoft, Citrix, and Verizon Wireless.

I joined Ferebee Lane team with one objective—develop and implement a workflow system for the fast-growing agency. While there, I made it my goal to evolve workflow procedures to meet the needs of Ferebee Lane to ensure all jobs are created on time and within budget as its client roster and staff grew. Other day-to-day responsibilities include providing creative support to designers and copywriters and assisting account managers with research and development as needed.Accounts include but are not limited to: Greenville Health System, BMW Manufacturing Co., Blackberry Farm, Le Creuset, Hickory Chair, Wells Fargo and Miele.

As Traffic Manager, I worked with all departments to coordinate production of print, broadcast and interactive jobs from concepts to insertion I air date I fulfillment. Some of my day-to-day responsibilities included generating timelines, estimates and purchase orders as necessary; trafficking materials to media partners; and assisted in securing photography and talent usage rights. As part of the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism team, I spent each fall and winter coordinating the development of the state’s yearly vacation guide, and served as Senior Editor of the publication.Accounts of note include: South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism,Laura Ashley, Callaway Gardens, AnMed Health, Daniel Island and The Homestead.

I started at Henderson Advertising as a Traffic Coordinator, where I worked closely with Creative, Media, Account Service, Public Relations, Direct Mail and Event Management teams to coordinate the follow through of print materials from concepts to production and/or media insertion. Other responsibilities included generating timelines, estimates and purchase orders. In late 2005 I was promoted to Assistant Account Executive, where I was a part of the agency’s automotive team and participated in new business research and proposals. Accounts of note include: DaimlerChrysler, Michelin North America, American LaFrance,Greenville Hospital System, St. Joseph's/Candler Hospital System, Park Ridge Health, Gwinnett Medical Center and RG Crown Bank.

The Bainbridge Crew is a high-end home remodeling firm. As Marketing Manager, I was responsible for all marketing efforts, including but not limited to: working with an advertising agency develop yearly media plan; copywriting and layout of print materials; coordinating all public relations, special event and trade show efforts; maintaining the company’s website, building a co-operative advertising program; and submitting weekly and monthly sales reports.