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I’m a creative director-meets-brand strategist who uses typography to tell stories, employs design as a tool in the quest for clear communication, and believes collaboration is at the center of all successful projects.
Working in digital media and print, I specialize in transforming emerging thoughts and outlines from clients into strong, successful, cohesive designs.
Amy’s work embodies strategic design. She immersed herself in our brand and marketing plans, she asked the hard questions, she challenged our assumptions and as a result, brought us to a whole new level of brand expression and design. It is rare to find Amy’s combination of strategy and creativity.
She worked seamlessly with our team as we developed and launched our new brand, was fully vested in our go-to-market success, and even partnered closely with our digital agency and other departments on projects to ensure consistent expression across channels. Amy’s level of engagement, impeccable delivery and holistic approach make her a truly unique partner in design.
—AMY BOURNE, Head of Marketing, Seramount
Amy's presentation design has been a transformative asset for our organization. Her designs aren't just meticulously crafted and beautifully formatted—they bring our brand to life, helping us tell compelling stories about the impact of our year-round initiatives. Her work is consistently used for board presentations and sponsorship initiatives, adding a level of polish and clarity that enhances our messaging.
Thanks to her work and creative input, we are expanding our constituent network and connecting with our community in a more relatable and impactful way, which is positively influencing our overall goals. Amy’s professionalism, quick responses, and sharp, insightful edits have made her an indispensable partner in helping us share our mission.
—TIFFANY R. GRIFFIN, Director of Marketing, Events, and Partnerships, Meatpacking Business Improvement District
Amy is my go to for all things creative/graphic. She has an unparalleledtaste and sophistication level, sheis swift and economic, and she is always a pleasure to work with. The transition to supporting me and the Fashion Scholarship Fund virtuallyhas been seamless.
—PETER ARNOLD, Executive Director, Fashion Scholarship Fund
Amy has been an incredible partner for my team. We’ve leveraged her skills for a variety of projects, from presentation decks to website layouts. She always brings a keen creative eye and critical strategic thinking to every project she executes. Her work is always delivered with excellence and on time.
—HEATHER MACBETH, Vice President of Marketing, Tom Ford Beauty North America
Work Experience
Consulting Designer
Meatpacking BID, New York, NY | September 2021–current
Beginning with their 2021 Annual Report, I’ve designed every quarterly board meeting presentation design since.
Fashion Scholarship Fund, New York, NY | January 2020–current
Led design for the 2019–2021 Annual Reports and introduced a fresh brand identity across marketing collateral for both FSF and the Virgil Abloh™ “Post Modern” Scholarship Fund.
IXIS, Burlington, VT | June 2021–current
Developed key brand elements, crafted sales and client acquisition materials, and directed design for a desktop data analytics application.
Estée Lauder, New York, NY | 2020–2021
Designed impactful presentations and provided ongoing graphic support for the Designer Fragrances team.
Supportiv, Berkeley, CA | 2018–2023
Created marketing visuals, app design, and the award-winning SXSW pitch deck for the 2019 Social & Culture category.
Seramount, New York, NY | 2020–2022
Delivered full-scale graphic support for Sales, Marketing, and Event teams, elevating brand cohesion across initiatives.
WildEarth, Johannesburg, South Africa | June 2018–February 2020
Crafted pitch decks and show logos to support TV content distribution as the team launched its own channel.
Carolina Herrera, New York, NY | August–October 2019
Partnered with Carolina Herrera’s President to design a standout presentation for the 2019 Board of Directors meeting.
Salty Hippo Studio, Owner + Designer, Chillicothe, MO | October 2020–Current
I hand print textiles and am the creator of the Quilt Tattoo™.
Rakuten, Interim Creative Director, San Mateo, CA, January–July 2018
• Guided both creative and marketing teams through the implementation of “quirky” design voice
• Collaborated on bringing this unique style to life across email campaigns, event signage, advertising, and digital communications
• Developed review processes to ensure team alignment and brand consistency across all channels
Polyvore, Creative Director, New York, NY/Mountain View, CA | May 2012–April 2018
Hired to direct the design voice at Polyvore, a successfully acquired Silicon Valley-based startup
• Directed Polyvore’s brand voice, aligning creative execution with business goals to deliver high performance assets across marketing and sales
• Built an email program from scratch, growing it to 4 million subscribers and generating up to 20% of daily revenue alongside the Marketing and Editorial Directors
• Sole creative position on the revenue team responsible for driving acquisition of company
• Led concept and tone for the General Presentation, a pivotal sales tool defining Polyvore’s brand and value in client pitches
Vogue, Art Director, New York, NY | July 2009–May 2012
Promoted twice to a position of leadership in an extremely competitive, high-pressure environment
• Designed advertising layouts and advertorial spreads for Vogue clients
• Collaborated with Creative Director in managing photo shoots for L’Oréal Paris, Lexus, Lenovo and CoverGirl
• Designed informational collateral and presentations for marketing of Vogue
• Contributed to supervising senior designers and interns to maintain consistent look and feel of all collateral
• Winner, Vogue Marketer of the Quarter 2011, Finalist, Vogue Marketer of the Year 2011
Condé Nast Portfolio, Senior Designer, New York, NY | October 2007–April 2009
• Designed advertorial spreads for clients appearing in the magazine, luxury premiums (umbrellas, golf ball packages, baseball cards) and created sales materials and using a visual approach for portraying marketing statistics
• Collaborated with Creative Director on infographics for internal and external communications
education
• Apprenticeship, Shoestring Press Brooklyn | August–December 2018
Gained behind-the-scenes business knowledge of a member-based print shop as well as a foundation in screen printing and monotype printing
• Master of Design, Commended; Domus Academy: Milan, Italy | January–December 2004
• Bachelor of Architecture, Kansas State University:
College of Architecture, Planning, and Design (NAAB Accredited), Manhattan, Kansas | August 1994–December 1999
• Czech Technical University: Architecture and Engineering Studies, Prague, Czech Republic | August 1997–June 1998
Computer Skills
Master of: InDesign • Photoshop • Illustrator • Microsoft Office Suite • Keynote
Proficient in: Sketch • InVision • Zeplin
