PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY /

Senior Graphic Designer and Art Director with over 20 years of experience leading brand, marketing, and product design across apparel, digital, and experiential platforms. Known for translating brand strategy into cohesive visual systems, elevating creative output, and guiding teams from concept through execution in fast‑paced environments.

EXPERIENCE /

KISKA / Senior Graphic Designer 2024 - 2026

  • Led multiple concurrent design initiatives in a fast‑paced agency environment, supporting global clients across digital, print, events, and dealership marketing.

  • Partnered with marketing, sales, and events teams to develop integrated campaign creative tailored to regional and brand‑specific needs.

  • Owned projects end‑to‑end, from concept development through production, presenting work and incorporating stakeholder feedback.

  • Maintained tools, workflows, and technical standards to support high‑volume output without sacrificing quality.

Augustine Los Angeles / Art Director 2021 - 2024

  • Set creative direction for seasonal graphic collections and special projects across apparel, accessories, packaging, and advertising.

  • Designed and developed consumer products and brand assets, ensuring consistency across physical and digital touchpoints.

  • Managed and mentored a team of full‑time, part‑time, and freelance designers, providing creative direction, feedback, and final approvals.

  • Planned seasonal calendars and collaborated with internal teams on line merchandising and product storytelling.

V/SUAL Skateboards / Art Director 2014 - 2021

  • Led creative direction across brand, product, and marketing initiatives for a global skateboarding brand.

  • Designed apparel, accessories, packaging, and marketing materials aligned with brand identity and culture.

  • Managed and guided a team of designers, maintaining creative quality and consistency across all outputs.

  • Planned and executed seasonal design calendars and merchandising strategies supporting retail and direct‑to‑consumer channels.

Freelance / Graphic Designer 2013 - 2014

  • Clients: Archon Firearms, Ducati, G-SHOCK, Innerspin Advertising Agency, Red Bull, The Seventh Letter, Under Armour.

Alpinestars / Senior Graphic - Product Designer 2007 - 2013

  • Led creative direction for graphics while managing and mentoring junior designers.

  • Directed the design and development of headwear and accessories from concept through production.

  • Established seasonal creative frameworks, including themes, color stories, graphics, and brand systems.

  • Partnered with marketing leadership to shape, align, and communicate cohesive seasonal narratives across all channels.