Experienced Creative Director, who combines strategic thinking with award-winning conceptual creative. A senior creative manager, and former business owner, with strong relationship building skills. Fosters an open dialogue between the client, creative and account management teams by adopting a collaborative approach. Works closely with the account management teams to help identify additional creative opportunities for clients as part of new business development. Manages the design team throughout the project to ensure that the client's goals are met while producing creative that meets the highest standards for quality. Produces exceptional marketing results for corporate, government, and nonprofit clients. Versatile, forward thinking, and with excellent process management skills.

Qualifications
Exceptionally creative and organized leader who will:
• Manage the creative team. Experienced in directing and supervising team of creative professionals. Proven ability to manage projects from planning through execution while collaborating with client, creative and account management teams
• Improve brand consistency and impact. Highly involved in both developing strategy and creating consistent corporate brand identity and integrated communications
• Streamline processes and procedures. Will bring knowledge of best business practices to creative team to ensure smooth production and timely delivery of marketing materials
• Improve quality control. Review all creative output—from both internal and external resources—to ensure projects are consistent with brand standards and meet client's stated goals and objectives
• Produce award-winning design. Hands on designer and illustrator whose work has appeared in many local and national design competitions