CV / Résumé

Professional Summary

I am an Emmy-nominated design executive with over 15 years of remote leadership in creative direction and design. Distinguished track record in pioneering innovative web applications, products, and editorial experiences for high-profile tech and media organizations like Google, Microsoft, Facebook, ESPN, the Boston Globe, AMC Networks, among others. Design leadership expertise includes hiring, team building, management, and mentorship, elevating the quality of product organization-wide. Proven proficiency in blockchain and AI design solutions and digital ownership of art and collectibles.

Work Experience

Executive Director & Design Lead at UltraDAO Studios / 2021-Present / Remote

Founded a decentralized web3 creative studio focused on digital art products and collectibles. Managed a team of digital artists, project managers, and developers, leading the creation of Woodies, a series of 10,000 unique digital collectibles and 3D characters.

Steered the growth of product brands from inception including ULTRAPASS, Woodies, and Twelve Days of CryptoArt
Generated multimillion-dollar revenue within the first six months
Oversaw the planting of one million trees in Sub-Saharan Africa via Trees for the Future
Awarded "Best Environmental Initiative from an NFT project" at NFT NYC 2022
Creative Director on multiple projects including Woodies Generative Characters, Woodies: Origin (animated short film), Woodies 3D, and more

VP, Experience Design at 10up / 2017-2021 / Remote

Directed the design discipline for a global agency of 250+ staff spanning three continents and 16 countries. Orchestrated design vision, emphasizing collaboration and co-design practices.

Grew the design team from 5 to 20 professionals, stationed across 12 time zones
Contributed to a near doubling of agency revenue (~95%) within four years
Successfully diversified team composition through inclusive hiring practices
Expanded design services to incorporate content design, illustration, and more

Co-Founder/Principal Creative at Lift UX / 2009-2017 / Remote

Steered a boutique team of designers and engineers, crafting apps and websites for diverse clients such as AMC Networks, Frito-Lay, and GoDaddy.

Launched innovative interactive second-screen apps for acclaimed TV series, earning two Emmy nominations
Hired and managed a small team of full-time and contract designers
Grew website traffic for the product division to 2 million monthly visitors
Successfully acquired by 10up in 2017

Front-End Developer at Enterprise Rent-A-Car / 2007-2009 / St. Louis, MO

Developed front-end interfaces for B2B applications and B2C websites, liaising with UX designers and back-end Java engineers to execute new applications.

Managed weekly deployments for enterprise.com and other customer-facing applications
Provided QA support for monthly release cycles

Senior E-Commerce Web Designer at Network Solutions / 2006-2007 / Belleville, IL

Designed and developed front-end code for e-commerce storefronts for small businesses, maintaining stringent project timelines and adhering to client specifications.

Webmaster at St. Louis Christian College / 2005-2006 / St. Louis, MO

As the primary web content owner, designed, developed, and maintained the college's online presence. During my tenure, the college witnessed a 60% growth rate, reaching full campus capacity the following year.

Selected Works

Twelve Days of CryptoArt

Role: Curation, Branding, Web Design, Full Stack Development

Year: 2023

Designed the website, including multiple iterations as we released new features and media. Contributed HTML/CSS/JavaScript to some sections throughout.

UltraDAO

Role: Branding, Web Design, Full Stack Development

Year: 2021-2023

Created the branding, design language, and website for UltraDAO, including writing all content. Engineered website using Jekyll, Sass, JavaScript, and Tailwind.

Woodies

Role: Design, Front-end Engineering

Year: 2021-2023

Hired and directed an international media production company to create a Hollywood-grade animated short film, engrossing fans in the Woodies universe within a span of six months and a budget of approximately $500,000.