VP Creative Services or VP On-Air Promtions or Creative Director
VP Creative Services or VP On-Air Promtions or Creative Director
VP Creative Services or VP On-Air Promtions or Creative Director
QUALIFICATIONS
Influenced consumers for 15 years through strategic network, cable and theatrica
l marketing and branding
Created and supported marketing solutions for 200+ motion pictures that grossed
$2.5+ billion
Built a reputation as an skillful leader, inspired marketer and driven trend spo
tter in the entertainment business
Respected professional with a history of building brands and promotional strateg
ies to fuel profitability in film, cable and network entertainment. Proven talen
t for designing and executing campaigns and on-air promotions that leverage all
media platforms to capture attention with targeted demographics. Idea-driven lea
der with unique artistic vision and a passion for delivering tangible, financial
growth.
SPECIALTIES
Creative Services, On-Air Promotions, Creative & Strategic Planning, Marketing M
anagement, Brand Equity & Profitability, Cross-Platform Marketing, Team Building
& Leadership, Market & Trend Research, Multi-Cultural Solutions, Promotional Br
anding, Budgeting & Negotiations, Management, Leadership, Theatrical Marketing,
Advertising, Market Penetration, Brand Building, Cable, Local TV, Network TV, Mo
tion Picture Promotions, Visual Innovation, Cross-functional Leadership
Selected Promotion and Branding Experience:
Universal Pictures, Warner Bros., ABC Network/ Disney, 20th Century Fox, Ayzenbe
rg Group, TLC Network, PalmTree Films, Cinamour Entertainment Films, Universal S
ports, Anchor Bay, WB Network, Pax TV Network, Fox Television, Fox Sports, Lifet
ime Movie Network, CBS, NBC, KCAL-TV, CNN.
EXPERIENCE
On-Air Promotions & Creative Consultant, Los Angeles, CA (2009 to 2010)
Spearhead development and execution of high-impact strategies to boost visibilit
y and profitability of top entertainment brands. Identify cross-platform opportu
nities that yield new revenue streams. Manage relationships with all stakeholder
s and team members. Collaborate with creative and technical professionals in spa
rking original ideas and leading engaging projects that seize the attention of t
argeted audiences.
Key projects and engagements:
** ABC Network/Disney - Partnered in developing compelling on-air promotional s
pots for "Ugly Betty," "Defying Gravity" and "Private Practice." Led creative pl
anning sessions to generate ideas and synergize new spots with the overall marke
ting strategy of each show.
** Lifetime Television - Captured the attention of targeted audiences by produc
ing and editing on-air promotions for "Army Wives," "Drop Dead Diva" and "Projec
t Runway." Also crafted original promotions for Lifetime Movie Network propertie
s.
** 20th Century Fox - Provided creative vision and management in promoting Fox
TV and Film brands. Designed original projects for TV and promotional properties
.
** Dogma Studios - Researched and presented business-to-consumer (B2C) metrics
to assist GT Channel in reaching a multi-cultural demographic.
SALT +LIGHT VISUAL MEDIA & DESIGN, Los Angeles, CA (2010 to Present)
Creative Director
Consulted with client decision makers to assess needs, present ideas and manage
the conceptualization and execution of uncommon marketing initiatives that drove
brand recognition and revenue. Directed all phases of project planning and impl
ementation, including creative, budgeting and negotiations. Compiled research an
d metrics. Supervised project-based teams and vendors.
Key achievements:
** Produced stand-out, brand-strengthening marketing pieces that generated "buz
z" for clients through print, Internet, TV and mobile device marketing platforms
.
** Coordinated, led and motivated creative and technical teams to deliver all p
rojects on budget, on-time and on-target.
Also served as Director of Marketing and Promotions and Business Manager for Ona
tha Productions, a creative promotion company for the film industry. Increased r
evenue by 79% in one year.
EDUCATION
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY, Corvallis, OR
Bachelor of Arts, Concentration in Television / Film Marketing and Production