ABOUT

For over 15 years I have worked as a graphic designer, artist, and art director in the entertainment and publishing industries. During this time I have lead multiple award-winning design departments at graphic novel publishing companies, while also contributing to numerous design projects and initiatives. Administratively, I have developed and implemented production and design processes that strengthen communication, collaboration, and quality of work. I have a proven track record of building productive, solutions-focused cultures, where colleagues are empowered to advance skills and deliver best-in-class work.

At Tapas Media, a digital comic and media company, I lead the Creative department and oversaw the company’s visual style and branding. In addition to introducing new project management tools and workflow guidelines, I have developed and implemented a full visual rebrand, including a new company mascot, robust brand guidelines, and an elevated design aesthetic for marketing materials.

At BOOM! Studios, an award-winning comic book and graphic novel publisher, I lead the Production and Design department and oversaw the company’s visual style and branding. During my tenure with BOOM!, I hired 10+ graphic designers, coaching them in craft development while cultivating an empowering, solutions-focused work culture dedicated to achieving high-volume production goals in a fast-paced environment. I regularly set the creative direction for all publications, along with managing printer relations and ensuring timely completion of 50+ projects a month. In addition to leading the Production and Design department, I introduced efficient production processes and established new graphic design standards, elevating the quality of our work while improving productivity.

Creatively, I have contributed to numerous successful projects over the years, including the graphic novel adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-Five, The Art and Soul of Blade Runner 2049, Peanuts: A Tribute to Charles M. Schulz (Harvey Award Winner), Joss Whedon's Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Lev Grossman's The Magicians. I have also worked with many leading clients over the course of my career including CBS, 20th Century Fox, Cartoon Network, Sony Pictures, Nickelodeon, and Alcon Entertainment.

EXPERIENCE

Art Director, Skybound Entertainment | 2022 - Present

Art Director, Tapas Media | 2021 - 2022

Production & Design Manager, BOOM! Studios | 2013 - 2021

Production Manager, Archaia Entertainment | 2009 - 2013

Production Lead, Top Cow Productions | 2005 - 2009

EDUCATION

Bachelor Degree, Fine Art | University of Southern California, 2006

Graduate Degree, Professional Writing | University of Southern California, 2009

CLIENTS

Hasbro

University of Southern California

Cartoon Network

National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences

CBS

Alcon Entertainment

Nickelodeon

RECOGNITION

Ringo Award Nomination | 2018

Harvey Award Winner | 2016

Harvey Award Nomination | 2014, 2015