Hello. I am an experienced creative with a strong vision and proven track record, skilled in publication design, branding, packaging, marketing, copywriting, team building, mentoring and project management.
CASTLE BRIDGE MEDIA—DENVER, CO
Founder & Creative Director
Independent Publishing • Content Development • Creative Operations
• Founded and scaled an independent publishing company, overseeing 85+ new author acquisitions across multiple genres, emphasizing diversity, originality, and market reach.
• Directed end-to-end publishing lifecycle—editorial strategy, creative direction, production, and distribution—ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality print and digital products.
• Built and led a distributed team of editors, designers, and marketers, creating efficient workflows and maintaining high creative standards across projects.
• Fostered strong author relationships with a high-touch, transparent communication style, resulting in long-term collaboration and repeat publishing agreements.
• Integrated modern project management tools and practices to streamline editorial processes and optimize release timelines.
SAGACITY MEDIA—SEATTLE, WA
Director of Print Production
Cross-Functional Leadership • Budget Oversight • Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• Led a national team of production managers to deliver over 100 magazine issues annually for regional and niche markets, consistently meeting deadlines and brand standards.
• Managed a $4M+ production budget, optimizing spend across print, logistics, and distribution channels while identifying cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies.
• Collaborated with sales and editorial teams to design high-impact ad campaigns and branded content, directly supporting revenue growth.
• Oversaw vendor partnerships and negotiations, ensuring alignment on service levels, cost targets, and quality benchmarks.
• Supported cross-market publications including Seattle Met, Portland Monthly, and Houstonia, balancing customized workflows with company-wide consistency.
President & Creative Director
Client Services • Remote Team Leadership • Creative Strategy Execution
• Founded and led a full-service creative agency delivering branded editorial solutions for high-profile clients like Vital Farms, Kendra Scott Jewelry, and the University of Texas.
• Managed remote editorial/design teams, executing end-to-end publishing workflows across print and digital platforms.
• Designed award-winning covers and features, incorporating photography, illustration, and infographics to communicate complex ideas with visual clarity.
• Maintained a 100% client satisfaction rate by providing strategic consultation, project scoping, and on-time delivery within budget constraints.
• Scaled creative operations using lean project management techniques, successfully delivering hundreds of content-rich publications.
Director of Publishing/Editorial & Creative Director
• Managed forecasts and budget for $1.4 million annual editorial/art and marketing expenditures
• Crafted magazine designs, brochures and corporate identity
• Demonstrated ability to lead, work and inspire successfully in a team environment that included 4 editors, 3 designers and a traffic manager
GOOGLE PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE
Certified Project Manager • Agile/Scrum • Data-Driven Execution
• Trained in full project lifecycle management, with expertise in initiating, planning, and executing strategic projects aligned with business goals.
• Applied Agile methodologies and PM frameworks to creative environments, enhancing adaptability, speed-to-market, and cross-functional coordination.
• Skilled in stakeholder alignment, risk management, and performance optimization using KPIs and project analytics.
• Experience implementing emerging tech and AI tools into creative operations to streamline content production and elevate innovation.
Certified Asana Specialist • Workflow Automation • Process Optimization
• Proficient in designing, implementing, and managing optimized workflows within Asana to enhance team productivity and achieve organizational objectives.
• Leveraged Asana’s full suite of features, including automation, custom fields, and integrations, to streamline complex processes, improve operational clarity, and foster seamless cross-functional collaboration.
The University of Texas At Austin // Bachelor of Arts in Marketing // Concentration in Magazine Journalism
American Society of Business Publication Editors
International Association of Business Communicators
Dalton Pen Communications Award
Folio: Magazine Ozzie Award for Design
Association for Women in Communications
Western Publications Association Maggie Award