I am an award-winning Art Director and Graphic Designer with 30+ years of experience creating compelling visual narratives for national publications and diverse brand clients. I balance creative excellence with budget efficiency and actively leverage AI platforms to expand our creative capabilities. I thrive leading cross-functional teams, managing multiple publications, and maintaining brand consistency across print and digital platforms. I bring hands-on expertise in emerging AI tools for visual content creation, photo direction, and brand systems. My collaborative approach supports editorial, sales, marketing, and production teams to deliver high-quality design that resonates with readers and customers.…I am an award-winning Art Director and Graphic Designer with 30+ years of experience creating compelling visual narratives for national publications and diverse brand clients. I balance creative excellence with budget efficiency and actively leverage AI platforms to expand our creative capabilities. I thrive leading cross-functional teams, managing multiple publications, and maintaining brand consistency across print and digital platforms. I bring hands-on expertise in emerging AI tools for visual content creation, photo direction, and brand systems. My collaborative approach supports editorial, sales, marketing, and production teams to deliver high-quality design that resonates with readers and customers.WWWW…