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Hello I’m Crystal—–With 15+ years of experience from coast to coast, I craft compelling brand narratives through strategic design, immersive event visuals, dynamic animations and multimedia storytelling.

I currently lead POLITICO’s global design team, an in-house creative group supporting our North American and European markets across Media Solutions, Events, Product, Marketing and Newsroom. I oversee the creative process from concept through execution, ensuring every design embodies our brand’s strategic intent and visual integrity. My approach balances creative excellence with scalable systems, empowering designers and teams to work smarter, faster and more cohesively.

***in the process of updating my portfolio with new work. Thank you for your patience while I refresh this space.

BFA, Graphic Design – California State University, Long Beach | 2007-2012

MA, Artificial Intelligence Marketing & Design - Academy of Art University | In Progress

Global Creative Director / Art Director 2018-present —- POLITICO

Lead/Senior Graphic Designer 2013-2018 —- Mile 9 Agency, Discovery Inc., POLITICO

Graphic Designer 2013-2009 —- International Sports Sciences Association, True Colors Inc., Ontraport

detailed resume on request

POLITICO Global Rebrand Branding & Visual Identity | White House Correspondents Reception | CNN x POLITICO Grill @ the Conventions | British Embassy Political Debate parties | POLITICO Pub, U.S. & London | Adweek | Shape Magazine | FLEX Magazine | M&F Hers Magazine | Sundance Film Festival | K-Swiss | NutriBullet | TLC, Say Yes to the Prom | Shark Week | Civil Society Rebrand | Indigo Star Rebrand | Discovery Channel | Investigation Discovery Channel | Science Channel | Leroy Dixon (Olympic Athlete) | Kelli Michele (Author)

POLITICO of the Year – honored to be 1 of 5 nominees, 2023.

Nominees are POLITICOs who were identified by their POLITICO colleagues for making invaluable contributions to the publication while embodying our POLITICO values.