CREATIVE & ART DIRECTOR  /  DESIGNER  /  BRAND STORYTELLER  /  DESIGN STRATEGIST
Welcome to my website! I am a highly accomplished and award-winning creative executive with extensive experience as a creative strategist and ideator. I posses the proven ability to successfully assemble high-performing teams, leveraging over 20 years of expertise in digital and print marketing design. As an adept creative project manager, I am capable of developing customized process workflows to maximize productivity and drive exceptional results.
Currently I am Senior Art Director for Barnes & Noble, leading designs for in-store and online marketing for Barnes & Noble and NOOK. I am also owner and proprietor of Ink and Pixel Design, designing for numerous design firms and agencies world-wide, from New York City, California, United Kingdom, Denmark, Japan to Korea, since 2002. 
My expertise spans a broad range of creative processes and executions, enabling me to navigate the intricate nuances of artistic endeavors. As a leader, my utmost priority is to foster a culture that embraces creativity, inspiration, and innovation, empowering my team members to unleash their full potential. 
Building trust and fostering collaboration are at the core of my approach as a professional partner. I understand the value of cross-functional synergy and invest substantial effort in establishing strong relationships that facilitate seamless cooperation and collective success.
I firmly believe that great creative work is a culmination of meticulous research, unwavering dedication, and a clear vision. I am committed to upholding these principles in every endeavor, striving to create meaningful customer experiences and forge powerful brand engagement.
With an unwavering focus on informed strategy, elevated design, and inspired execution, my goal is always to surpass expectations and make a lasting impact. Let's create exceptional experiences together.
— WORK HISTORY —
BARNES & NOBLE
Senior Art Director, Creative, Advertising & Production Dept, 2019–
Art Director, Digital Experience Team, 2017–2019
eComm Visual Designer, UI & UX Team, 2014-2016
INK & PIXEL DESIGN
Creative Director and Consultant, 2002–
PRATT INSTITUTE
Lecturer, 2014 Spring Semester
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
Lead Graphic Designer, 2012–2014
EMBER MEDIA
Associate Art Director, 2006
TRACY TURNER DESIGN
Senior Environmental Graphic Designer, 2003-2006

— SKILLS —
Creative & Art Direction
Brand Strategy
Project Management
Creative Vision
Logo Design
Brand Identity Development
Brand Management
Online Advertising
Social Media
Motion Graphics Direction
Ecommerce Digital Strategy
UX/UI/IA
Omnichannel CX
Web Design
App Design
Packaging Design
Team Leadership
Employee Training & Mentoring
Fluent in Spanish


— AWARDS —
2013 UPCEA Marketing Award Gold: NYU Summer CE Bulletin
2013 UPCEA Marketing Award Silver: NYU Summer CE Postcard
2012 UPCEA Marketing Award Silver: NYU Fall CE Bulletin
2012 UPCEA Marketing Award Silver: NYU Fall CE Postcard
2007 Promax World Gold Award Bronze: Discovery Channel’s Everest Int’l Marketing Toolkit