I am constantly working on at least one creative project in my free time. Whether it's writing or performing or art or helping a small business owner with a project, my mind is never idle. Offline Social Network In 2018, I founded "Pam & Dave's Offline Social Network," a series of casual networking events. Each… Continue reading x Other Creative Works
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x Portland-Based Tech Startup
An entrepreneur with a business idea approached the Portland State University Senior Capstone program for help moving her idea forward. Project Scope: The idea involves creating a web-based platform with two users: customers and suppliers. The platform would act as a middleman for a very niche B2B market where both types of users have expressed… Continue reading x Portland-Based Tech Startup
x FIR NW Advertising Agency
FIR NW is the student-run advertising agency at Portland State University. Students working at FIR have already chosen their advertising discipline(s), and they work with real clients, real budgets, and real deadlines. My role at FIR was in Strategy (as an Account Planner) and Digital Media. Because client work in FIR typically spans more than… Continue reading x FIR NW Advertising Agency
x Loop Wine Bar
All advertising students at Portland State University complete a spec project where they create an advertising campaign for a fictitious wine bar targeting Millennials. Introducing Loop Wine Bar... The Goal For this campaign, my team was tasked with developing a name and brand identity for the bar, conceptualizing the vibe and decor of the space,… Continue reading x Loop Wine Bar
x Xmas Cards
For several years, I would send out handmade cards and unique Xmas newsletters for the holidays. The practice began with simple, whimsical cards, but over time they evolved into complex writing exercises done for the pure joy of it. These are included in my portfolio as an example of how I combine storytelling and art.… Continue reading x Xmas Cards