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, 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

Profession 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, London | Adweek | Shape Magazine | FLEX Magazine | M&F Hers Magazine | Sundance Film Festival | K-Swiss | NutriBullet | Say Yes to the Prom | Shark Week | Civil Society Rebrand | Indigo Star Rebrand | Discovery Channel | TLC | 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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