I specialize in motion design, branding, & visual storytelling.
With almost 20 years experience, I’ve worked in advertising, entertainment and technology industries, as well as collaborated with non-profit organizations such as Alicia Keys’ KCA BlackBall and the UN Women’s Initiative.
My work has been recognized by multiple organizations, such as The Emmy Awards, BDA Promax, the Davey Awards, the Webby Awards, and the Communicator Awards.
I am inspired by the world around me, the people in it & the stories waiting to be told. Originally from NYC, I currently live and work in California.
EXPERIENCE:
Creative Director, Kristen West Creative, Mountain View, CA — 2022-Present
Consulting for start-ups under my own label, with a focus on female-lead, small businesses. Clients include: launching HumanizeHer, Erica Lockheimer’s new podcast and platform for women
Head of Communication Design, Linkedin, Mountain View, CA — 2015-2022
Communication design and creative services leader for Product, Marketing and the C-Suite Executives at LinkedIn. Responsibilities included: brand design, visual design systems, narrative presentation design, event design, product design, design team management and spearheading mentorship programs
Co-Founder & Creative Director, Baxter Studios, Brooklyn, NY — 2006-2015
I co-founded a motion design studio, Baxter Studios, Inc. Clients included: The UN Women's Initiative group, The Economist, Keep A Child Alive, The Phoenix Suns Basketball team, Conde Nast, Lenovo, Verizon, Bloomingdales, Milk Studios
Art Director & Sr. Motion Designer — 2008-2012, 2014
I contracted at studios, agencies & networks to bring to life multi-dimensional campaigns, experiences and branding identities. Clients included: Loyal Kaspar, Logan, Brand New School, Psyop, Buck, Stardust, Los York, Platige Image
Motion Designer — 2005-2008
I contracted at studios, agencies & networks. Clients included: Shilo, Freestyle Collective, My Active Driveway, Cause+Effect, BET Network, MTV Network, Transistor, Big Star, The Famous Group, The Wonder Factory and Click3x
EDUCATION:
School of visual arts, NYC, New York
BFA, Computer Art, Dynamic Media, 2006Silas Rhodes Scholar, 2002-2006 Outstanding Achievement Award, 2006
Polimoda, Firenze, Italy Study Abroad, Marketing for Artists, Classical Painting, 2004