The short version: I like to make things.

The long version: Since I graduated in 2003, I've been immersing myself in making everything I can. Making is a huge part of my life – not just an approach to design.

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Currently, I'm an Art Director for Tender, crafting experiences and leading designers in a small, design-oriented studio. Previously, I've crafted experiences for some of the largest companies in the US, supported the entertainment industry and worked for smaller studios to help people manage their finances. I helped a new agency kick-start their interactive practice. Elsewhere, I've work in-house with small teams to build up web presences.

Outside of work, I'm similarly involved in creative tasks, whether it's cooking, construction or independent design projects. I also illustrate, photograph, screenprint and program. I approach all of these tasks not just from the perspective of visual design, but with a eye towards the underlying structure, process, and experience.

Currently at
Tender Creative. since April 2011

Art DirectorApril 2011

Responsible for both creative leadership on both new business opportunities and existing clients for a small, design-focused digital agency. Work to establish guidelines and standards for both visual and technical details, as well as mentoring and leading junior design staff.

Clients: FontaineBleau Miami, Studios Architecture

Working Independently
Freelance

I occasionally solicit or take on independent freelance work when the mood strikes. I look for clients who will be good to work with, open to new ideas, and provide a unique service or product. Because this cannot interfere with my full-time employment, I am very careful to only accept a certain amount of work under certain conditions.

Current & Past Freelance Clients:
Profero
Agency.com
Haven Skate Park
Oddcast
Datatroop
Ferrara & Co.
Bond Street Dojo

Previously at

Organic, Inc.

Art DirectorJan. 2010 – Apr. 2011

Sr. DesignerJune 2008 – Jan. 2010


Lead and contribute to projects ranging from rich media banners and microsite-based campaigns, to full content-rich sites, to interactive installations with significant ownership of creative direction. Directed of junior creatives and lead client discussion and interaction.

Highlights: Crafting experiences for some of the biggest corporations in America, and was eventually recognized for my talent and promoted to Art Director, allowing me to take on a leadership role.

Clients: Bank of America, P&G (Iams)

Deep Focus

Art DirectorFeb. 2008 – May 2008


Created concepts and designs for banners, rich media, site and social experiences for the entertainment industry focusing on both online and real-world interaction. Responsible for the direction of junior designers in the production of various pieces.

Highlights: My interview became a conversation about the Dune novels, and I was still not the biggest nerd in the room.

Clients: Tru.tv, New Line Cinema

MRM Worldwide

Art DirectorNov. 2007 – Feb. 2008


Created interactive advertising and microsite concepts for Intel, from basic consumer-level processors to high-end enterprise technology.

Clients: Intel

Magnani Caruso Dutton

Sr. DesignerNov. 2006 – Nov. 2007


Design microsites and portals for some of the most well-known companies in the U.S. Also responsible for Flash design, production, and programming ranging from animated headers to shopping tools and data-driven forms. Clients include Tiffany, Capital One, and Discover Card.

Highlights: My entire interview became a conversation about the Dune novels, and I was still not the biggest nerd in the room.

Clients: Discover Card, Capital One, Tiffany

Stick & Move

Art DirectorNov. 2005 – Nov. 2006


As Stick & Move's first ‘web guy,’ I brought creative and technical skills to a new agency trying to do it their own way with unique, non-traditional advertising in Philadelphia. I completed two major site redesigns for Yakima, as well as smaller online and offline projects for Yakima, Toyota and other clients, allowing Stick & Move to keep more work in house, saving money and assuring higher quality.

Highlights: Yakima.com Redesign, Toyota Yaris Pitch

Clients: Yakima, Toyota

Others


Greater Philadelphia
Chamber of Commerce

Web DesignerMar. 2005 – Nov. 2005

DVC Worldwide

Art DirectorJune 2004 – Mar. 2005

RCN

DesignerJune 2003 – June 2004