I am a senior creative leader with over 12 years of experience in luxury brand photography and visual content. My passion lies in blending hands-on creativity with operational leadership, allowing me to develop scalable workflows and deliver high-impact content. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy transforming complex ideas into polished visual communication. My journey has taken me through various sectors including fine jewelry, fashion, and beauty, where I have successfully managed commercial studio productions and launched impactful marketing campaigns. I take pride in elevating brand identities through compelling visual storytelling and strategic marketing efforts.

I am a senior creative leader with over 12 years of experience in luxury brand photography and visual content. My passion lies in blending hands-on creativity with operational leadership, allowing me to develop scalable workflows and deliver high-impact content. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy transforming complex ideas into polished visual communication. My journey has taken me through various sectors including fine jewelry, fashion, and beauty, where I have successfully managed commercial studio productions and launched impactful marketing campaigns. I take pride in elevating brand identities through compelling visual storytelling and strategic marketing efforts.

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I am a senior creative leader with over 12 years of experience in luxury brand photography and visual content. My passion lies in blending hands-on creativity with operational leadership, allowing me to develop scalable workflows and deliver high-impact content. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy transforming complex ideas into polished visual communication.
My journey has taken me through various sectors including fine jewelry, fashion, and beauty, where I have successfully managed commercial studio productions and launched impactful marketing campaigns. I take pride in elevating brand identities through compelling visual storytelling and strategic marketing efforts.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Creative Leader at Renau Corporation
March 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Led B2B marketing and creative campaigns, driving growth in product-line contracts. Managed design and branding strategies for various media formats.
Marketing Manager at Renau Corporation
November 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Created and refined digital assets and managed marketing strategies to enhance company growth and brand identity.
Marketing Manager / Creative Consultant at Renau Corporation
November 1, 2022 - March 1, 2025
Led tailored campaigns and market strategies in QSR and Cstore markets while modernizing brand communications and improving ROI.
Marketing Manager / Creative Consultant at Renau
January 1, 2022 - Present
Secured multiple B2B contracts by leading tailored campaigns & targeted market strategies with quality content creatives. Elevated brand through scalable digital assets, modernized brand communications, and developed strategic co-op marketing partnerships.
Creative Director, Photographer at Raffix Imaging
March 1, 2009 - Present
Orchestrated photography and video campaigns for luxury brands, managing creative pipelines from pre-production to post-production. Worked with over 100 global outlets and notable clients to deliver high-quality visual content.
New Media, Systems Analyst-Tier III at Los Angeles Times
March 1, 2005 - October 1, 2005
Supported digital creative infrastructure across editorial and production teams. Created usage guides and trained internal users on new asset management workflows.
Creative Director / Marketing Manager at Image2000
March 1, 2005 - October 1, 2022
Transformed outdated visual identity across print and digital, saving budgets and improving flexibility. Directed creative strategy and production for photo shoots, ensuring cohesive brand standards.
Technical Support Specialist at Sony Motion Pictures
October 1, 2002 - March 1, 2005
Provided technical support to executives and production teams in color calibration and prepress workflows.
Creative Director / Owner-Photographer at Raffix
February 1, 2002 - Present
Directed photo and video campaigns for luxury brands, managing scalable studio processes and ensuring high-impact visuals.
Fine Art Instructor at AGBU MD High School
February 1, 2000 - October 1, 2002
Prepared assignments and taught fine art classes for students, focusing on objective drawing and color communication.

Education

Associates in Arts at Pierce College
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
Visual Communication

Qualifications

CompTIA Hardware A+ Certification
February 1, 2003 - January 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Real Estate & Construction, Retail
    Web Design / Motion & Graphic Design

    Samples of graphic design & motion content, UI / UX for web and product interface screens. HTML Email, Banner ads, GIF animation.


    🎨 Project Overview

    • Role: Lead Graphic Designer
    • Timeline: All over the place as VP dishes out requests
    • Tools Used: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Figma
    • Deliverables: Brand logo suite, typography hierarchy, custom illustrations, and retail packaging layouts.

    🔗 Live Visual Deliverables

    To view the full presentation deck and interactive mockups, click the external links below:

    https://www.twine.net/signin

    Portrait & Headshot Photography
    https://raffix.com/personalities/ https://instagram.com/photoraffi
    Luxury Product Photography
    Photography in high resolution and detail with color and retouching to present products in the most optical lighting and styling. 📷 View Full Product Shoot on Flickr](https://www.twine.net/signin