HELLO! NICE TO MEET YOU.
Whether it is a boutique creative agency building new brands or a large firm keeping established ones relevant, I thrive on the excitement and opportunity that comes with working in an innovative environment. I want to be at the center of what is new and interesting. I am drawn to the fast pace and energy of a team working together to create something fresh and unexpected.
I have had the privilege of collaborating with incredible people on remarkable projects, and I use those experiences to my advantage. I keep my eyes and ears open, constantly studying the world around me. So when a new advertising campaign or a website is taking shape, I combine what I have learned with what I observe to create work that aims to be not just effective, but award-winning.
HONORS & AWARDS
2024 TOBY Awards
Outstanding Building of the Year
Outstanding Building of the Year
(Book Tower)
2023 Michigan Historic Preservation Awards
(The Press/321 Residential Property in Detroit)
2021 Celebration of Preservation
(Featuring The May Residential Property in Cleveland)
2007 Davy Awards
Silver Award
Silver Award
(Bentley Motors North American Advertising)
2007 Davy Awards
Silver Award
Silver Award
(Lamborghini Gallardo Road Show Invite)
WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING?
Dawn has gone above and beyond in the planning and execution in staging our residential units at Book Tower. She has stepped beyond her role as a Creative Manager and identified and managed issues between the vendor and construction to manage not only the execution of the project, but also the relationship of the parties involved. She has coordinated every detail of the staging, from what goes in the closets and on the coffee tables, to reviewing furniture and artwork, ensuring that all the decor is complete and up to par for photo and video capture. While the staging process was a huge project to navigate, Dawn stepped in to lead and figure out every obstacle we faced and we couldn't have completed it without her leadership.
Sarah Vendittelli, Creative Director, Bedrock
Dawn is an amazing and extremely talented designer if you have not had the chance to work with her yet. She brings tremendous insight to the design process from both an architecture and marketing standpoint.
Jess Tiernan, Director of Design Narratives, Bedrock
I've worked a lot with Dawn. The majority of our work has centered on strategic marketing collateral for residential and commercial leasing campaigns. I've been blown away by Dawn's ability to lead creative direction (while balancing input from several other creatives) and produce material that visually hits on all of our goals. Simultaneously, her work fits in line perfectly with the company's marketing and creative voice.What I'm always impressed about is Dawn's ability to adapt to different styles based on the leaders and clients we service. She's been tasked with taking creative direction from several different leaders and teams in her time at Bedrock. In each case, she's able to deliver, while still being true to her individual style. I most appreciate her meticulous attention to detail, her timely delivery and her ability to always take a fresh approach to design, no matter the scope of the project.
Jeremy Allen, Senior Copywriter & Marketing Strategist, Bedrock
Dawn developed multiple brand identities for high-profile properties within the Bedrock residential portfolio. Her designs are thoughtful and beautiful - tying together the architectural narrative of the past with modern day function and programming. I envision Dawn will continue to grow as a designer and professional at Bedrock, bringing high-quality design to all her projects.
Lissa Margaret, Director of Design Narratives, Bedrock
Dawn has been great to work with from a collaborative standpoint, and also I greatly appreciate her attention to detail.
Evan Ruby, Full Stack Developer, Bedrock
Dawn has concepted TV spots, sold them to clients, traveled around the country to shoot them and then seen them on TV. Sometimes during the Super Bowl. She is buttoned up - always putting real thought to something before the meeting. And she is a pop culture sponge, knowing what our brands should be reacting to in social.
Jess Cook, Creative Director - TMV Group
Only a few Art Directors can deliver on the quality level that Dawn does. She has the ability to communicate messages very clearly and concisely in her work and in her daily interaction. In meetings, with clients or internal, Dawn is respectful but makes her point across in a graceful but firm manner. She is a reliable, dependable and organized multitasker. Any copywriter and manager is always happy to work with her. She is also well respected by her peers at other departments, and our agency is very lucky to have her.
Dilam Mattia, Creative Director - GlobalHue
The ability Dawn has shown to learn adapt and just create is quite impressive. Graduating from a designer to an Art Director is never easy. But she proved, over the 2+ years that I worked with her, an effortless grace to not only embrace a new skill set but to excel at it. She understands concept perfectly, she works well with different writers as well as her superiors, and she has an incredible visual style. Best of all she clamors to extend the reach of her knowledge daily. She is a great asset to any creative department.
Dolph Kawalec, VP, Creative Director - GlobalHue
Dawn is not only a talented graphic designer, but she is also a pleasure to work with. I love working with her because she understands the assignment immediately and delivers right on target. She understands the urgency of each project and is able to prioritize her work. She has a great attitude even at times of pressure (which happens every day). She is liked and appreciated by everyone who has had the chance to work with her. Dawn is a great team member, and I'm sure she will go above and beyond anywhere.
Estefania Calvachi, Account Executive - GlobalHue
I've enjoyed each project Dawn and I have teamed up on and feel as though our talents compliment each other very nicely. She is an amazing graphic designer with a knack for making things both functional and aesthetically appealing. Her work for Jeep and her work for Walmart (two very different brands) has been equally spectacular. She isn't afraid to give her thoughts on copy, often giving great suggestions, and takes criticism very well on her design work. But in addition to the wonderful work Dawn produces, she is also a great person to work with. I don't think I've ever not seen Dawn with a smile on her face and a positive attitude. I would recommend Dawn in a heartbeat for any design project that comes about.
Nicole Reed, Copywriter - GlobalHue
Sometimes you hire people solely on talent, and other times, you're looking for that certain personality that just...well...fits. Dawn easily meets both of these criteria. Not only is she an award-winning designer, but she's also just a really cool chick. Ask her about her work, and ask her about her snowboarding scars. She'll show ya both.
Mary Abraham, Copywriter, FUSE Communication
Dawn and I have worked together for a number of years at FUSE Communication as Designers on various luxury brands like Lamborghini to non-profit charitable organizations like the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Her award-winning work has been exceptionally consistent and her demeanor highly professional. I would recommend Dawn to any agency or creative house looking to take themselves (and their clients) to the next level.
Brian Kotulis, Graphic Designer and Graphics Specialist - FUSE Communication
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