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I am a senior-level creative with over 20 years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams in apparel, entertainment, and merchandising environments. I bring extensive and wide-ranging design and illustration skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Most recently, I built a creative merch studio to $500K annual revenue while directing branding for clients such as Volkswagen and Universal Music Group. I combine strategic vision and operational acumen to drive impactful, growth-oriented work.
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Work Experience
Founder & Creative Director at Sage Screen Printing Studio
May 1, 2016 - April 1, 2025Built a screen printing business from concept to $500K annual revenue with 5 employees. Directed branding and production projects for clients such as Volkswagen and Universal Music Group. Led end-to-end project management, from client intake and creative direction to production fulfillment. Managed marketing, advertising, budgeting, & vendor relationships. Designed quality control systems and internal workflow documentation to optimize operational efficiency. Fostered a collaborative, empowered team culture through mentorship and delegation.
Creative Director at Mighty Fine Inc.
October 1, 2008 - May 1, 2016Directed creative output for multiple major licensed apparel lines sold through Target, Macy’s, and Hot Topic. Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, production and fulfillment to meet complex project timelines. Led brand-aligned storytelling and campaign ideation, balancing client expectations with internal innovation. Managed a 9-person men’s apparel team including illustrators, designers, and fashion merchandisers.
Founder & Creative Director at Sage Screen Printing Studio
June 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025Built a screen printing business from concept to approximately $500K in annual revenue with 5 employees. Directed branding and production projects for clients such as Volkswagen and Universal Music Group. Led end-to-end project management, from client intake and creative direction to production fulfillment. Managed marketing, advertising, budgeting, & vendor relationships. Designed quality control systems and internal workflow documentation to optimize operational efficiency. Fostered a collaborative, empowered team culture through mentorship and delegation.
Creative Director at Mighty Fine Inc.
May 1, 2016 - October 22, 2025Directed creative output for multiple major licensed apparel lines sold through Target, Macy’s, and Hot Topic. Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, production and fulfillment to meet complex project timelines. Led brand-aligned storytelling and campaign ideation, balancing client expectations with internal innovation. Managed a 9-person men’s apparel team including illustrators, designers, and fashion merchandisers.
Education
B.A. in Applied Arts at Maryland Institute College of Art
August 1, 1994 - May 1, 1998Majored in Graphic Design and Illustration
Qualifications
AI Consultant Certification
January 14, 2026 - January 14, 2027Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Manufacturing
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