Resume

 

Full-time copywriter. Available for freelance projects.

After being in the marketing industry for over 20 years, I have extensive experience writing across all media, can manage creative teams effectively, and thrive especially well in fast-paced environments. Mind like a sponge. Quick on my feet. Powerful with a pencil. I create memorable work that builds brands, fosters lasting relationships with consumers, and meets business needs.

 

experience

20+ yrs copywriting
13+ yrs creative direction
9+ yrs managing teams
5 + yrs UX/content experience

 

areas of expertise

Total Brand Engagement
Creating experiences that inspire action and build meaningful relationships between brands and consumers

Creative Concepting  
Ideating strategically sound, engaging campaigns around consumer insights and universal truths

Digital Ecosystems
Building cohesive, compelling content across platforms and between channels

 

education

University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
Aug. 1998 - Dec. 2002

Bachelor of Journalism in Advertising

Chicago Portfolio School, Chicago, IL
Jan. 2004 - Dec. 2004

 

 

McGuffin Creative Group, Chicago, IL — Creative Director
Jun. 2024 - Present

Visa, Mayo Clinic, Byline Bank, Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, Workday

Freelance, Chicago, IL — Associate Creative Director
Mar. 2023 - Jun. 2024

Visa, Hilton, GreyStar Real Estate, Bay Alarm, SingleCare, Grandview Homes, ABC Heating and Cooling, Burnetti, PA

Pivot Design, Chicago, IL — Associate Creative Director
Aug. 2018 - Mar. 2023

Clients: Northwest Community Healthcare, NorthShore University Hospital, Sterling Bay, Skender Construction, Equality Health, Takeda, KBS, Tishman Speyer, Novo Nordisk, Acadia Pharmaceuticals, Meridian Health, Cushman & Wakefield

Upshot, Chicago, IL — Associate Creative Director
Aug. 2013 - July 2018

Clients: Google, Starbucks, Warner Bros, Subway, MetroNet, Nuveen, LiftMaster, Walden University, DieHard, Wholesome, Omron

Sears Holdings, Hoffman Estates, IL — Copy Manager
Jan. 2009 - Aug. 2013

Clients: Sears.com, Kmart.com, LandsEnd.com, Craftsman.com, Kenmore.com & various internal communications

Arc Worldwide,  Chicago, IL  — Senior Copywriter
Nov. 2007 - Aug. 2008

Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Gladiator

Lisa P Maxwell,  Chicago, IL  — Copywriter
Apr. 2006 - Oct. 2007

Harley Davidson, Blue Chip Casino & Hotel, Habitat Company, Kitchen Tune-Up, Top Driver Driving School

Bagby & Co, Chicago, IL — Junior Copywriter
Apr. 2005 - Feb. 2006

Harley Davidson, Blue Chip Casino & Hotel, Habitat Company, Kitchen Tune-Up, Top Driver Driving School