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Hi, I’m Alex—a trusted consultant and team player who loves turning complex ideas into heartfelt stories. I’m an award-winning illustrator, designer, and cartoonist with a specialty in corporate cartooning and graphic design. My background spans creative direction and video production, and I’ve helped countless clients tell their unique stories in meaningful, human ways.\n\nAs a multi-media producer with more than 28 years in graphic communications and visual marketing, I’ve worked with brands like Conagra, The Chicago Tribune, Scion Motors, and McDonald’s. I’m proficient across styles and media—from branding and storytelling to social media campaigns and educational videos—dedicated to empowering clients to connect with their audiences on a deeper level.…Hi, I’m Alex—a trusted consultant and team player who loves turning complex ideas into heartfelt stories. I’m an award-winning illustrator, designer, and cartoonist with a specialty in corporate cartooning and graphic design. My background spans creative direction and video production, and I’ve helped countless clients tell their unique stories in meaningful, human ways.\n\nAs a multi-media producer with more than 28 years in graphic communications and visual marketing, I’ve worked with brands like Conagra, The Chicago Tribune, Scion Motors, and McDonald’s. I’m proficient across styles and media—from branding and storytelling to social media campaigns and educational videos—dedicated to empowering clients to connect with their audiences on a deeper level.

Alex

Creative Director, Illustrator, Graphic Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m Alex—a trusted consultant and team player who loves turning complex ideas into heartfelt stories. I’m an award-winning illustrator, designer, and cartoonist with a specialty in corporate cartooning and graphic design. My background spans creative direction and video production, and I’ve helped countless clients tell their unique stories in meaningful, human ways.\n\nAs a multi-media producer with more than 28 years in graphic communications and visual marketing, I’ve worked with brands like Conagra, The Chicago Tribune, Scion Motors, and McDonald’s. I’m proficient across styles and media—from branding and storytelling to social media campaigns and educational videos—dedicated to empowering clients to connect with their audiences on a deeper level.…Hi, I’m Alex—a trusted consultant and team player who loves turning complex ideas into heartfelt stories. I’m an award-winning illustrator, designer, and cartoonist with a specialty in corporate cartooning and graphic design. My background spans creative direction and video production, and I’ve helped countless clients tell their unique stories in meaningful, human ways.\n\nAs a multi-media producer with more than 28 years in graphic communications and visual marketing, I’ve worked with brands like Conagra, The Chicago Tribune, Scion Motors, and McDonald’s. I’m proficient across styles and media—from branding and storytelling to social media campaigns and educational videos—dedicated to empowering clients to connect with their audiences on a deeper level.

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Hi, I’m Alex—a trusted consultant and team player who loves turning complex ideas into heartfelt stories. I’m an award-winning illustrator, designer, and cartoonist with a specialty in corporate cartooning and graphic design. My background spans creative direction and video production, and I’ve helped countless clients tell their unique stories in meaningful, human ways.\n\nAs a multi-media producer with more than 28 years in graphic communications and visual marketing, I’ve worked with brands like Conagra, The Chicago Tribune, Scion Motors, and McDonald’s. I’m proficient across styles and media—from branding and storytelling to social media campaigns and educational videos—dedicated to empowering clients to connect with their audiences on a deeper level.

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Work Experience

Founder and Primary Consultant at Dream Catcher Creative Media Inc.

November 1, 2008 - Present

Creating advertising tools, branding, & campaign strategies for small to mid-sized businesses for over 18 yrs. Media includes graphic art & design, videography, corporate cartooning & illustration, social media advertising and web development. Enhancing business relationships for clients through storied videos and imagery. Experience in producing music videos for various bands. Produced educational videos for clientele internationally.

Communications Specialist at Project Forest

May 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026

Responsible for company marketing and brand awareness through recurring social media campaigns, print media, video content, merchandise and website updates. Managed Press Releases, Communications Plans and Marketing Strategies for Project Forest and numerous collaborations with corporate partners. Led the development of data-driven annual reports for Indigenous and corporate partners, integrating project findings into comprehensive 40–65 page (average), deliverables. Worked in partnership with Indigenous Nations to advance land restoration efforts, participating in and video documenting, planting initiatives across reserve lands in Alberta.

Class 02 Bus Driver, Safety Instructor at Southland Transportation Ltd.

August 1, 2021 - April 1, 2025

Part-time School bus driver for kids K-6. Safely chauffeuring children for over three school years. Drove the same route throughout tenure. Propane Safety Certification Instructor.

Cartoonist, Podcast Producer & Host at Abnormalville

April 1, 2020 - Present

Co-creator and illustrator of humorous cartoon series based on pop-culture. Co-host and producer of YouTube video podcast: The Abnormal Hour. Co-produced and performed original music and theme songs for the show.

Creative Director at Pinnacle Wealth Brokers EMD

July 1, 2017 - March 1, 2019

Instituted a new brand identity, focusing on family values and personal legacy. Orchestrated social media campaigns, traditional advertisements, promotional videos, and presentations. Coordinated and managed the creation and redesign of the company’s website. Developed their company motto: 'We’re invested in your future.'

Instructor, Videographer at Step Into Your Awesomeness Video Workshops

June 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018

Leader and educator of highly interactive, in-person group workshops. Coached and empowered people to confidently create and deliver their unique, personal messages in front of the camera. Workshops conducted with a team of highly skilled professionals and instructors, geared towards small business owners and entrepreneurs.

Lead Videographer and Designer at Activity Road Studios

December 1, 2005 - June 1, 2008

Lead videographer and managing editor for music and promotional videos. Architect of decorative fine art home/business furnishings unique to the company. Graphic designer of web and print marketing materials.

Managing Editor at Schawk International (Full-time Freelance)

January 1, 2004 - November 1, 2005

Resolved and finalized graphics and photography for worldwide catalog printing. Digital imaging specialist and photo retoucher. Promoted to Quality Control Editor of a 30+ person department.

Graphic Designer, Digital Imaging Specialist at AGT

October 1, 1998 - November 1, 2002

Photo retouching, digital manipulation, and composite visual imagery. Considered the 'go to' member of my team. Ranked in the top 3 producers department wide.

Video Producer, Motivational Speaker at Fabulous@50 Inside-Out Makeover

November 1, 2016 - Present

Produced a documentary video detailing the makeover and personal lives of two women and their renewal process. Motivational speaker during the 2016 annual convention.

Video Producer & Editor at A Million Acts of Kindness Tour (Team Toby)

October 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015

Created a pro-bono promotional video for Team Toby to kick off their 'Million Acts of Kindness' North American tour.

Founder, Managing Director & Mentor at Anti Bullying Leadership Experience (ABLE)

March 1, 2013 - November 1, 2019

Engineered a video-based, plus written curriculum from conception into a fully functioning, interactive workshop. Workshops focussed on respect, integrity, and personal development for children and teenagers. Led ABLE workshops presented to hundreds of kids in diverse communities in the U.S. and Canada.