I’m Stephen, a native of Eastern Long Island with a deep love for fishing and the outdoors. I’m an art director and creative leader with over two decades of experience shaping brands, visuals, and narratives across lifestyle, pet, fashion, healthcare, and culture.
My work blends conceptual, strategic thinking with refined aesthetics, grounded in an appreciation for craftsmanship, storytelling, and timeless design. Beyond creating, my greatest passion is my family—my wife and two daughters are my whole world. When we’re not at home, you can find us out adventuring and discovering new possibilites.
EXPERIENCE
Associate Creative Director – Publicis NA (2023 - present)
clients: Pfizer, Merck
Group Art Supervisor – Publicis NA (2017 - 2023)
clients: JM Smucker, Walmart, Lily, Merck, Nestle
Sr. Art Director – Publicis NA (2014 - 2017)
clients: Red Lobster, Merck, Walmart
Sr. Art Director – Area23/FCB (2011 - 2014)
clients: Merck, Sanofi, GSK, Biogen
Art Director – DiMassimo Goldstein (2010 - 2011)
clients: Double Cross vodka, TradeStation, National Jewish Health, Recycle Bank
Jr. Art Director – NFL (2009- 2010)
clients: Superbowl, Play60
Student Art Director – Barker DZP (2008)
clients: Bloomberg
Student Art Director – Y&R (2007)
clients: Pace Salsa
Intern – Tribeca Films/ Tribeca Film Festival (2005-2006)
EDUCATION
School of Visual Arts
B.F.A. in Advertising and Graphic Design
2006 - 2010
School of Visual Arts
International study of Photography
Florence, Italy 2008
Board Member / Curator
Sag harbor Whaling Museum
2016 - present
HONORS & AWARDS
ONE SHOW
3x Shortlist, 2x Merit
GLOBAL AWARDS
Gold
Art Directors Club
6 Gold
GRAPHIS
5 Gold
MM&M
Gold
DTC
Gold, Silver
Rx Club
Silver