Creative Director

STRENGTHS

An established reputation for success in both long- and short-term projects; live events; conventions; film shoots; event management; project management; solid balance of organization and creativity; impeccable budget and deadline adherence; art direction; writing; communications; publishing; training; teaching; extremely short learning curve; thick skin; being funny without being mean

EXPERIENCE

Life Impact Network, Tampa, FL [Event Manager: 2009 Fundraising Gala]

Coordinate every element of program and production

Big Promise Productions, Clearwater, FL [Production Assistant/PA1]

On-set administration for cast of “Gettin’ Out”

Charlotte Film Festival, Charlotte, NC [VIP Venue Manager]

Oversee VIP relations with filmmakers and guests

Norman Sound and Productions, Charlotte, NC [Graphics Op/Video Hand]

Operate, design and proof presentation/prompt slides for corporate events

Young American Showcase, St. Petersburg, FL [Road Manager]

Manage schedule, operations, finances and PR for five-piece show band

Derek Prince Ministries, Charlotte, NC [Director of Communications]

Event production; coordinate creation and production of all media

Divine Spark Creative Services [Owner/Creative Director]

Art direction, consulting, design, writing, editing, magazine start-up, publication redesign, book editing, ghost writing

O’More College of Art and Design, Franklin, TN [Adjunct Instructor]

Teach Principles of Graphic Design, Intro to Computer Design

Musician Magazine, Nashville, TN [Art Director]

Design cover and features; buy artwork; direct photo shoots

CCM Magazine, Nashville, TN [Art Director]

Design cover and features; buy artwork; direct photo shoots

Christian Parenting Today, Colorado Springs, CO [Art Director]

Design cover and features; buy artwork; direct photo shoots

CTCI, Franklin, NC [Director of Communications]

Direct events and conferences; coordinate all communication media; lead teaching and training sessions

EDUCATION

Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale

Layout & Production Art

Highest Achievement Award, 4.0 GPA Award, Outstanding Academic Achievement Award

DREAMS

Complete Van Halen Reunion Tour (with Dave, Sam AND Gary), world peace, the extinction of cats

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