✩ Summary ✩
Highly-motivated and hands-on designer, content creator, strategist, and project manager with a proven track record in advancing strategic initiatives and crafting impactful narratives. Experience includes founding advocacy efforts at Educators for Excellence and leading purpose-driven content creation at OZY Media to amplify diverse voices and improve outcomes.
Adept at crafting compelling stories, managing cross-functional teams, and producing engaging content that bridges ROI, storytelling, and content development. Passionate about improving outcomes through creative, yet strategic, content, messaging, and design.
Well-equipped to drive innovation, elevate brands,and cultivate long-term partnerships.
✩ experience ✩
Executive Creative Director & Partner
Hello Jay
2020 – Present | New York, NY
· Leads creative strategy and execution for a purpose-driven, end-to-end creative agency.
· Directs branding, content, and product design for high-profile clients.
· Oversees operations across New York and L.A. offices.
Chief Creative Officer (Consulting)
OZY Media
2023 – 2024 | New York, NY (Hybrid)
· Spearheaded creative rebranding initiatives during a pivotal time for the media company.
· Developed innovative content strategies to engage and expand diverse audiences.
Head of Business Development
DeVito/Verdi
2018 – 2019 | New York, NY
· Drove business growth through strategic partnerships and new client acquisition.
· Collaborated on creative campaigns that resulted in award-winning work.
Executive Creative Director
Weleet
2015 – 2018 | New York, NY
· Led the creative direction for digital and traditional media projects.
· Developed comprehensive branding and marketing strategies.
Creative Director
Publicis
2011 – 2015 | New York, NY
· Directed creative teams in delivering multi-channel campaigns for global brands.
· Achieved measurable success in brand positioning and market penetration.
Associate Creative Director
Young & Rubicam
2009 – 2011 | New York, NY
· Managed creative projects for major clients, focusing on innovative advertising solutions.
· Played a key role in elevating the agency’s creative output.
Leadership
Chairman of the Board
Weleet, Inc
· Provided strategic direction and governance, ensuring the company’s objectives were met.
Contributing Member
Forbes Business Council
· Contributed thought leadership and industry insights, influencing creative and business strategies.
Founding Member, Young Professionals Board
Educators 4 Excellence
· Instrumental in establishing the board, focusing on advocacy and support for educators.
Contributing Member
Huffington Post
· Offered expertise and contributed articles on creative, business, and industry-related topics.
✩ AWARDs ✩
☆ Indigo Design Gold in Logos for Social Change ☆
☆ International Indigo Design Gold in Websites Design for Social Change ☆
☆ International Indigo Design Bronze in Branding for Social Change ☆
☆ Webby Award for Green Initiatives ☆
☆ Silver Addy for Cinematography ☆
☆ Effie for Non-Alcoholic Beverages ☆
☆ Mashie Finalist Best Video Series ☆
☆ Effie Finalist Integrated Campaign ☆
✩ leadership ✩
Young Professionals Board, Founding Member
Educators 4 Excellence
Contributing Member
Forbes Business Counsel
Chairman of the Board
Weleet, Inc
Contributing Member