About

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 lead and mentor a global design team (NA + EU), driving creativity, refining processes and helping designers grow into confident visual storytellers. My work bridges creativity with purpose, aligning brands, engaging audiences and delivering design that resonates. Genuinely, love what I do.

Education:

BFA, Graphic Design – California State University, Long Beach

MA, Artificial Intelligence Marketing & Design – In Progress

Professional Experience: detailed resume on request

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

Selected Clients & Projects:

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 ––I was 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.

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