Focused & Creative

Art Direction, Graphic Design, Digital Illustration and Production.

My extensive experience in general advertising, promotional/direct marketing and digital art & design brings a wide range of creative capabilities. I offer strong conceptual art direction with an emphasis on compelling design, efficient production workflow and a deadline-driven work ethic.

What Clients, Co-Workers & Employers Say

  • “Jeff has taken great care in maintaining the equity of the tradeMONSTER brand, developing compelling marketing and advertising that makes our monster roar!  Thanks, Jeff for making us all look great over the years!”

    Jon NajarianCo-Founder of optionMONSTER & tradeMONSTER, Co-Host of CNBC's 'Fast Money' Show
  • “Jeff’s unparalleled attention to detail and commitment to our vision, both during the design process and through to project completion is excellent. We’re thrilled to work with him time and time again knowing we’ll receive top tier creative work.”

    Tom SmithFounder, Avant-Garde Trading Securities, Prosperum Fintech Holdings
  • “Jeff is a lively and thorough creative professional. Going beyond the aesthetics — the inspiration — of this craft, he addresses the business needs and reliably delivers top tier creative product.”

    Kurt OelerPresident, optionMONSTER Securities
  • “I’ve worked with Jeff many times and have a great amount of respect for his design aesthetic and creative intuition. He’s been great fun to work with and has an excellent work ethic. I’d recommend him any time and hope to work with him again.”

    Mike BaroniSenior Copywriter, G2 Promotional Marketing
  • “I worked with Jeff for years in the Creative Department at Foote, Cone & Belding. He’s a great visual communicator and talented Art Director and Designer. I’ve always loved his playful but focused demeanor.”

    Adrienne ByrneSenior Designer, FCB Chicago
  • “What can you say about Jeff. I’ve never seen a Designer more committed to the client and those incredible deadlines. It was a pleasure to seek out his talents on several occasions. We were so happy to have worked with Jeff.”

    Emily FowlerSenior Product Manger, Kirkland & Ellis, LLC
  • “Jeff was my Instructor when the industry went digital. His creative capabilities progressed beyond his vast technical knowledge, surpassing many. Jeff is certainly a creative powerhouse. Thanks for all your help and creative spirit!”

    Jim FanslerSenior Art Director, FCB Chicago
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  • “I met Jeff during a review of creative talent for a packaging and branding project in 2008. His branding vision and creativity was perfect. We’ve worked together on subsequent projects. I appreciate and highly recommend this man.”

    Scott LazarCEO, Reserve Brands, Inc.
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  • “Jeff was part of my group doing creative work on SCJ and Coors. His creative determination was key on several accounts. He’s always been so great to work with. Jeff was my “go-to-man” for all things digital.”

    Chuck RudnickGroup Creative Director, DraftFCB
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  • “Jeff and I worked together for over two years. Not only does he posses the most focused work ethic i’ve ever encountered, he’s one hell of a designer. His creative work is polished and thoughtful. Always on-message and on time.”

    Keith WiltonSenior Project Manager,PEAK6 Investments
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  • “Salem has depended on Jeff for several years for his fast turnaround on creative work, all delivered with a great attitude. Thanks Jeff, for all you’ve done to make Salem, Inc. look great!”

    Catherine BevardManager, Corporate Development, Salem, Inc.