I cultivate teams and foster cultures where creativity flourishes.

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My portfolio is my people.

  • “He sees what makes people tick and puts them on the path to realize that potential. This mindset allowed our team to not only creatively push and achieve high-level business goals but create a team culture that was unmatched (even envied) by the entire company.”

    Micah Ellis, Design Director and Brand Strategist

  • “Nick creates a safe space for creatives to take huge risks—safe, but never comfortable. I have never felt more supported or valued in my work, and owe much of my success to his example and leadership.”

    Tyler Smith, Creative Director

  • “He empowers creatives to be their best, believes in his team, listens with empathy, and fights for excellence. If it wasn't for Nick's leadership I doubt I would have the career opportunities I have today.”

    Fred Sprinkle, Motion Designer and Creative Director

  • “Working with Nick was a defining moment in my career. Nick's creativity and foresight were nothing short of inspiring.”

    Clint, McManaman, Product Designer and Strategist

  • “His ability to craft a creative culture is his superpower. Nick excels at translating the language of creatives into the brass tacks of business.”

    Reuben Evans, Director and Producer

  • “He has the ability to read the landscape of any problem and articulate a plan of action that gets results with the right people, in the right place, and at the right time.”

    Sean Fields, Creative Director and Brand Strategist

Logos

My team was responsible for all the creative for Logos marketing from product launches to web design systems and e-commerce needs. In addition, I led our company rebrand for this private equity owned company.

Lexham Press

From creating a team and design process known for creating the best book cover design in our industry, to running a magazine team with P&L ownership, my team was responsible for sending out multiple titles with circulation up to 100k.

  • “He challenges everyone he works with (direct reports or not) to reach for the best version of themself and the best version of their work.”

    Kristen Schafer, Demand Gen Director

Films

My teams created documentaries, some with views over 2 million on YouTube. They worked with people like John Rhys-Davies aka Gimli the Dwarf.

Faithlife

We tied multiple products on one platform into a cohesive look with eight product websites driven by a component system and multiple videos shot on sets created to tie everything together.

  • “You can count on Nick not only to deliver a highly functioning creative team, but also to set an example of exceptional leadership among his peers.”

    Glenn Airoldi, VP of Marketing

Vendovi

What began as a COVID side project grew into a strong brand experience. I assembled a team and led them through creating the product and brand.

Photography

Though I usually play coach, I love getting my hands on a camera whenever possible.