Experience

• Creative Director at Party Wanted LLC

  North Hollywood, United States of America

  June 2021 - Present

  ● Develops and oversees the creative vision and direction for Party wanted Card game, including its visual identity, and graphic design.
  
  ● Collaborates with game designers and illustrators to create engaging and immersive game experiences that are aligned with the brand and target audience.
  
  ● Ensures that the card game's artwork, packaging, and marketing materials are of high quality and meet the industry standards.
  
  ● Conducts market research and stays updated with the latest trends in the gaming industry to identify opportunities for innovation and growth.
  
  ●Provides strategic guidance and advice on how to effectively market, distribute, and monetize the card game, including recommendations on pricing, promotional tactics, and distribution channels based on market research and industry insights.

• Co-Founder at Hyde Hermit Studio

  NoHo, United States of America

  December 2017 - Present

  ● Co-founded and served as the lead for Hyde Hermit Studio, successfully guiding the company from concept to establishment as a successful business.

  ● Utilized extensive experience in business strategy to conduct market research, drive product development, and secure funding for the company.

  ● Adhered to established departmental protocols for maintaining accurate records and archiving work.

  ● Leveraged strong negotiation skills to establish partnerships with key industry stakeholders and secure customer agreements

• Founder at Freakanimes

  NoHo, United States of America

  January 2006 - Present

  ● Established and played a key role in the growth of Freakanimes from a startup to a successful mid-sized company.

  ● Utilized extensive experience in business strategy to conduct market research, drive product development, and secure funding for the company.

  ● Demonstrated strong leadership skills by overseeing all operational aspects, including finance, human resources, and legal.

  ● Leveraged strong negotiation skills to establish partnerships with key industry stakeholders and secure customer agreements.

• Art Director at Sweet! Candy Shop, LLC

  Hollywood, United States of America

  October 2013 - August 2020

  ● Led the design team in the development of a wide range of design materials, including branding materials, packaging, digital graphics, and print materials.

  ● Worked closely with clients to understand their needs and develop design solutions that met their goals and exceeded their expectations.

  ● Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including marketing and sales, to ensure that designs were consistent with brand guidelines and effectively communicated the desired message.

  ● Mentored and developed junior designers, providing guidance and feedback to help them grow their skills and careers.