Seven/Seventy-Nine
Cincinnati, OH
Co-Owner, Creative Director, and Managing Partner
December 2009 - October 2025

Project Management & Stakeholder Collaboration:

  • Collaborated with clients and key stakeholders to clearly define project objectives, key messages, and creative vision to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

  • Managed the lifecycle for an average of 25 - 30 visual communications projects annually, overseeing all phases from initial client intake and needs assessment through final delivery.

  • Managed resources, budgets, and schedules to consistently deliver projects on time and on budget.

  • Lead cross-functional teams of freelancers and crew.

  • Cultivated long-term client relationships, increasing repeat business and referrals through consistent communication and solution-oriented service.

Content Development & Creation:

  • Directed and executed the full media creation lifecycle, consistently delivering high-quality, professional video and multimedia assets while adhering to project scope, budget, and timeline.

  • Developed comprehensive content strategies based on brand objectives and audience behavior, optimizing resource allocation to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness.

  • Translated complex technical and conceptual information into clear, compelling, and engaging narratives.

Business Strategy & Operations:

  • Co-founded and operated an independent video production company, demonstrating strong entrepreneurial skill and the ability to manage all daily operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and HR.

  • Managed a team of full-time employees and external vendors, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality creative output under demanding schedules.

Skills:

  • Highly proficient in the full lifecycle of multimedia content creation including ideation, script writing, story boarding, casting, location scouting, producing, directing, lighting, camera operation, editing, animation, and motion graphics.

  • Software: Proficient with DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Audition, Adobe InDesign, Articulate 360, and Microsoft Office suite.