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Art Director | Creative Lead

WHO I AM

I'm an experienced Art Director with over 7 years in creative leadership, specializing in crafting visual strategies that bring brands to life. My expertise spans digital marketing campaigns, eCommerce optimization, innovative packaging design, and multimedia storytelling.

With a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, I've successfully managed creative projects from concept through execution, consistently driving engagement, market impact, and measurable growth. Passionate about creativity and collaboration, I thrive when guiding teams toward inspiring results.

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Education

California State University, Fullerton​

B.F.A. Illustration

Core Competencies

  • Creative Direction & Art Direction
     

  • Brand Strategy & Identity Development
     

  • Digital Marketing & E-Commerce
     

  • UX/UI Design & Optimization
     

  • Social Media & Content Strategy
     

  • Packaging Design
     

  • Project Management & Team Leadership

Certifications

Google • UX Design Professional Certification

Issued - Nov 2023

Google • Digital Marketing & E-Commerce Certification

Issued - May 2025

Google • AI Specialization

Issued - May 2025

RESUME

Charisma Brands

Art Director

July 2021 - Present

  • Led a strategic overhaul of the Amazon marketplace presence, contributing to a 30% increase in sales over a peak seasonal quarter and significantly improving product visibility and ranking.
     

  • Direct graphic design across digital channels, creating campaign assets, brand visuals, and promotional content that increased customer engagement resulting in a 15% higher email click-through rate and a 10% lift in conversions.
     

  • Produce short-form video content for social media, including viral campaigns that generated over 1M views and contributed to a sell-out product launch.
     

  • Design and develop packaging for new product lines, aligning with market trends and enhancing in-store and online shelf presence.

Independent Contractor

Multimedia Designer

January 2016 - Present 

  • Developed illustrations and cover art for children’s books, contributing to two successful launches and increased market visibility.
     

  • Elevate client brands through strategic design, custom illustration, and photography, resulting in stronger audience engagement.
     

  • Design print and digital marketing collateral and coordinate with vendors to ensure brand consistency, high quality, and timely production.

Dorell Fabrics

Graphic Designer

July 2018 - July 2021

  • Revamped B2B sales materials with a digital-first approach, enhancing presentations and improving client interactions.
     

  • Led market-informed product development with clients like Crate & Barrel and Pottery Barn, ensuring brand-aligned, trend-responsive design.
     

  • Led all aspects of product photography including capturing high-quality images, photo editing, and creation of compelling mock-ups for sales and marketing.

Pixology Booth

Event Coordinator

August 2015 - July 2018

  • Planned and executed brand activations at conventions like PAX West, TwitchCon, and BlizzCon, overseeing staffing, travel, and logistics for seamless on-site delivery.
     

  • Served as the main client point of contact, leading pitch meetings and deepening partnerships with gaming studios and entertainment brands.
     

  • Managed event execution on the ground, including setup, operational flow, and guest experience, while ensuring client needs were met in real time.

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