ABOUT JOE

I graduated from Murray State University in 2001, where I studied fine art and graphic design. I later attended the VCU Brandcenter, earning a Master’s Degree in Communication and Art Direction, and developed a love of marrying words and pictures together in the process.

Since then, I’ve had the privilege of working with some amazing design and advertising agencies like The Martin Agency, Ogilvy, Moxie, Bohan, 160over90, and The Weaponry. I’ve also been lucky enough to work on some big brands like Nationwide Insurance, Dove, The Chicago Blackhawks, Chili’s, Oscar Mayer, Tang, BP and many more.

I now run a small business with my wife and kids, who play vital roles across the operation, whether they’ve officially agreed to or not. Together, we make things, solve problems, and attempt to appear organized while doing so. It’s a collaborative effort.

EXPERIENCE

The Weaponry
ACD/Art Director
(5/20 – 9/26)

160over90
CD/Design
(8/19 – 4/20)

iostudio
ACD/Art Director
(11/18 – 7/19)

Bohan
ACD/Art Director
(10/15 – 11/18)

Freelance
Senior Art Director
(3/15 – 10/15)

Moxie
Senior Art Director
(3/10 – 2/15)

Ogilvy & Mather
Art Director
(7/06 – 7/09)

The Martin Agency
Art Director/Freelance
(1/06 – 3/06)

Ogilvy & Mather
Art Director/Intern
(6/05 – 8/05)

EDUCATION

VCU Brandcenter
Master's, Art Direction, 2006

Murray State University
B.A. in Graphic Design, 2001

RECOGNITION

Communication Arts
Print Magazine
Grand Clio Design
Gold Clio Env. Design
One Show Gold
One Show Merit
One Show Scholarship
Bronze Effie
ADDYS Judge's Choice
Gold ADDYS
Silver ADDYS