Creative Strategist & Employee Owner
Alma Mater
University of Cincinnati, DAAP
Professional Experience
John was traditionally trained in print and is self-taught as an interactive designer, and has worked across multiple mediums, helping to solve problems and grow businesses using intelligent collaboration, creativity, and innovation. With experience in everything from design and photography direction to social media campaigns and responsive websites, he brings versatile expertise to every project. He’s passionate about good typography and never turns down a Photoshop challenge.
His Roots
John attended the College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP) at the University of Cincinnati. He’s had the opportunity to work at: Exhibitgroup/Giltspur, D3, Inc., Walmart.com, FS Creations, POSSIBLE, and now TiER1. He’s also a current AIGA member and volunteers every year as a designer and UI/UX resource for the Southwest Ohio GiveCamp.
His Favorite Quotes
“It makes me feel guilty that anybody should have such a good time doing what they are supposed to do.” —Charles Eames
“He woke up screaming having dreamed of a color he had never seen before.” —The Books, An Animated Description of Mr. Maps
He’s Not All Business
You might find John riding his scooter in his spare time. He runs on sugar, cartoons and design. He has a wonderful wife, Nicole, and two cats, Elsa and Hans Gruber. He lives for Photoshop and good metal playlists for the gym.