Working out of upstate NY, I'm an Art + Creative Director with a passion for design and other creative endeavors. When not behind the pencil and mouse I can be found in sweaty music venues, rolling on my vintage Vespa or pulling a hand line into a structure fire.
2008-Current
engine 7 design inc.
Own an operate an independent design studio in downtown Troy, NY working directly with clients on a variety of projects from naming and brand development, to logo systems, print collateral, packaging, advertising, copywriting, web design and development and more. Directed multiple freelance creatives and oversaw projects from concept to completion.
2016-Current
Adjunct instructor: HVCC, College of St. Rose, Sage Colleges
Following established course curriculum I've lead multiple classes of undergraduate students through class requirements all while injecting my own style of teaching and my professional experience to ignite their passion for each assignment. I also took students on professional field trips to local agencies and creative events as well as coordinated guest speakers to supplement their experience.
2001-2008
art director, media logic
Worked with and/or lead a talented team of designers and other creatives on a variety of national, local and international clients on branding, advertising, interactive and related marketing/design campaigns.
1999-2001
art director, dynamic apps
Art/Creative-directed a team of developers and coders on multiple online and interactive projects for many national and international clients.
1999-2001
art director, RUECKERT ADVERTISING
Worked on a number of local and regional accounts creating marketing and design materials on a variety of campaigns. Also wrote and produced several broadcast spots.
1989-1992
SAge college
1992-1995
COLLEGE OF ST. ROSE
Bachelors of Arts in Graphic Design
