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I am an accomplished Creative Director and Senior Designer with over 15 years of experience delivering innovative brand solutions across digital, print, and interactive platforms. I take pride in blending a strong design aesthetic with strategic thinking and business acumen to create impactful campaigns that elevate brand presence and drive measurable results. Throughout my career, I have led cross-functional teams, developed UX/UI strategies, and managed high-profile projects for diverse clients in entertainment, publishing, education, and fragrance sectors. I enjoy creating engaging designs and fostering new business opportunities, all while maintaining a collaborative and proactive approach.…I am an accomplished Creative Director and Senior Designer with over 15 years of experience delivering innovative brand solutions across digital, print, and interactive platforms. I take pride in blending a strong design aesthetic with strategic thinking and business acumen to create impactful campaigns that elevate brand presence and drive measurable results. Throughout my career, I have led cross-functional teams, developed UX/UI strategies, and managed high-profile projects for diverse clients in entertainment, publishing, education, and fragrance sectors. I enjoy creating engaging designs and fostering new business opportunities, all while maintaining a collaborative and proactive approach.

David Bessen

Creative Director, Art Director, Executive Producer, +1

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I am an accomplished Creative Director and Senior Designer with over 15 years of experience delivering innovative brand solutions across digital, print, and interactive platforms. I take pride in blending a strong design aesthetic with strategic thinking and business acumen to create impactful campaigns that elevate brand presence and drive measurable results. Throughout my career, I have led cross-functional teams, developed UX/UI strategies, and managed high-profile projects for diverse clients in entertainment, publishing, education, and fragrance sectors. I enjoy creating engaging designs and fostering new business opportunities, all while maintaining a collaborative and proactive approach.…I am an accomplished Creative Director and Senior Designer with over 15 years of experience delivering innovative brand solutions across digital, print, and interactive platforms. I take pride in blending a strong design aesthetic with strategic thinking and business acumen to create impactful campaigns that elevate brand presence and drive measurable results. Throughout my career, I have led cross-functional teams, developed UX/UI strategies, and managed high-profile projects for diverse clients in entertainment, publishing, education, and fragrance sectors. I enjoy creating engaging designs and fostering new business opportunities, all while maintaining a collaborative and proactive approach.

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I am an accomplished Creative Director and Senior Designer with over 15 years of experience delivering innovative brand solutions across digital, print, and interactive platforms. I take pride in blending a strong design aesthetic with strategic thinking and business acumen to create impactful campaigns that elevate brand presence and drive measurable results.

Throughout my career, I have led cross-functional teams, developed UX/UI strategies, and managed high-profile projects for diverse clients in entertainment, publishing, education, and fragrance sectors. I enjoy creating engaging designs and fostering new business opportunities, all while maintaining a collaborative and proactive approach.

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Work Experience

Creative Director / Senior Designer at Papercut Studio

January 1, 2003 - Present

Lead branding and digital design initiatives for clients such as People Magazine, Princeton Health Press, and The Fragrance Foundation. Developed creative strategies and design systems to enhance consumer engagement, brand reputation, and loyalty. Created collateral including brochures, advertising, and direct mail campaigns; managed production quality and timelines. Oversaw subcontractors and suppliers to optimize efficiency and maintain high-end service. Cultivated new business opportunities through proactive outreach and RFP responses. Managed day-to-day operations including project schedules, client billing, and P&L oversight.

Executive Producer / Designer / Developer at Click 3X Interactive

December 31, 2003 - July 23, 2025

Directed design and production of interactive and multi-platform campaigns for entertainment and advertising clients. Spearheaded branding and design projects for HBO, The One Club, and CSTV. Built infrastructure for custom content delivery and file transfer systems. Played a key role in expanding the firm’s offerings to include “High Performance Media” video services. Managed redesign of click3x.com and branding for affiliate Soundlounge. Directed cross-functional teams; coached junior talent and ensured project alignment with brand strategy. Handled administrative duties including P&L management.

Director of New Media / Designer / Production Artist at Bessen Tully & Lee Design

December 31, 2002 - July 23, 2025

Managed $1.5M business operations for a boutique design firm with clients such as MasterCard, Samsung, and Lucent Technologies. Led creative direction and execution for web, print, and advertising projects. Founded the firm’s Interactive Business Unit; expanded services and increased revenues by 40%. Maintained strong client relationships and introduced added-value offerings. Co-chaired new business development; managed RFPs and client pitches. Standardized digital delivery methodologies and trained staff. Directed project timelines, staffing, and budgeting to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.