Freelance Art Director | September 2023 - present
Creative Entrepreneur, Founder, Art Director | 2024 - present
Apollo AI Studios
https://www.instagram.com/apolloaistudios/
• Pro Bono AI initiative I created with my learnings from AI.
• I don’t charge fees, I created this effort to teach creatives in all industries how to use AI creative software.
Art Director Intern | January - March 2023
Founders, Miami, FL
• Contributed to conceptual ideation and design mockups for Lipton Hard Iced Tea “Obviously” campaign, which effectively launched the brand’s first alcoholic beverage and generated significant industry buzz.
• Developed creative concepts and design elements for the “WE LOVE NYC” brand initiative for the city.
Art Director Intern | Oct - Dec 2022
Joan Creative, New York City, NY
• Collaborated on conceptual ideation for the eBay Motors “Let’s Ride” campaign, which showcased real stories from eBay’s auto community, positioning the platform as a human-centered marketplace for car enthusiasts and parts buyers.
Industrial Designer | Aug 2019 - May 2022
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI
• Linkage Design contract position at Ford Motor Company.
• Worked on Ford and Lincoln production and concept vehicles.
• Gained knowledge and understanding into the culture of the automotive industry.
Industrial Designer | March - April 2019
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI
• Linkage Design 30-day contract position at Ford Motor Company.
• Converted to a long term contract position with Ford Design.
Automotive Creative Designer | March - Sept 2018
Bordrin Motor Company, Detroit, MI
• Worked on the design of the advanced and production electric vehicles.
• Gained valuable experience in a dynamic start-up environment, honing skills in leadership, team collaboration, and vision.
EDUCATION
Miami AdSchool, Toronto, ON
Advertising Art Direction Program Undergraduate Diploma | July 2021 - September 2023
SVA School of Visual Arts, New York, NY
Advertising - Continuing Education | July - Sept 2021
College for Creative Studies, Detroit, MI
B.F.A. Automotive Design/Transportation Design | Sept 2012 - May 2016
AWARDS
Miami AdSchool Scholarship | 2022