I’m Michael—a Creative Director who builds complete brand solutions for government agencies and mission-driven organizations.
One partner. Complete creative solutions.
Twenty-five years serving organizations like Amtrak, Caltrans, state libraries, and cultural institutions taught me what works: strategy through execution, all from one experienced partner who understands how public-sector and not-for-profit organizations operate.
Selected Works
Brand systems, campaigns, publications, and digital experiences for government and mission-driven organizations. From launching Amtrak services to developing statewide library systems, 25+ years of strategy through execution.”
What I Do.
Government agencies and mission-driven organizations need sophisticated creative work but often lack the capacity to manage multiple specialists. For 25+ years, I’ve been the complete creative partner that solves this problem—delivering strategy, design, and production from one experienced source who understands how public sector organizations operate.
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Complete Solutions
I deliver end-to-end creative services. From brand strategy and identity development to web infrastructure and campaign execution, eliminating the need to coordinate designers, developers, strategists, and production teams.
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Brand Strategy +
Systems
I build comprehensive brand systems that go beyond logos. Complete guidelines, scalable frameworks, and template systems that maintain consistency across locations, departments, and applications—designed for organizations where non-designers need to execute confidently.
03
Government Fluency
Fourteen years working inside city government taught me how public agencies make decisions. I navigate complex approval processes, multi-stakeholder coordination, accessibility requirements, and institutional realities while maintaining creative excellence.
04
Publications + Campaigns
From annual reports and magazines to marketing campaigns and advancement materials, I create compelling visual communications that serve diverse audiences, drive engagement, and deliver measurable results within public-sector constraints.
05
Web + Digital Infrastructure
Complete web development capability, from AWS deployment and WordPress CMS to final design and digital asset systems. I build websites, create social media content frameworks, develop Canva templates, and deliver digital solutions your team can maintain.
06
Print Production Excellence
Comprehensive print production knowledge ensures quality and budget adherence. File preparation, vendor selection and management, color accuracy, material choices, finishing options—I handle the complete workflow from concept through delivery.
Selected Clients.
