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Holly is an award-winning Creative Director and Designer specializing in crafting memorable brand experiences across all platforms, including print, digital, and experiential design. Deeply committed to causes close to her heart, including human rights and social justice, Holly finds working with mission-driven organizations to be among the most meaningful experiences of her life. With a strong background in brand strategy and innovative design solutions, Holly helps organizations tell their stories in compelling ways. Holly excels at leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with partners to deliver impactful work that meets brand objectives and upholds high-quality standards. A recent highlight was spearheading the comprehensive rebrand of a non-profit from conception to completion. Holly is passionate about designing for events and nonprofit organizations.
Early in her career, Holly worked as a gallery director, curator, and graphic designer at the Gallery of Social and Political Art, where she organized exhibitions focused on social justice and political issues. That experience shaped a lasting belief in the power of art and design to spark dialogue, inspire action, and drive change.
RECENT PRESS
Named a 2024 Responsible Designer to Watch by Graphic Design USA
Interview with the C2A Creative Communications Awards
RECENT AWARDS
2024 DNA Paris Award, (invitation package)
2023 C2A Creative Communication Award, (branding collateral)
2023 DNA Paris Design Award, (Gala materials)
2023 DNA Paris Design Award, (rebrand)
2023 Indigo Design Award, Silver (branding collateral)
2023 Indigo Design Award, Bronze (branding collateral)
2023 Indigo Design Award, Bronze (invitation package)
2022 GDUSA American Graphic Design Award, (rebrand)
2022 IDA International Design Award, Silver Winner (invitation package)
2022 IDA International Design Award, Honorable Mention (rebrand)
2022 LICC London International Award, Official Selection (rebrand)
2022 LICC London International Award, Official Selection (invitation package)
2022 DNA Paris Design Awards, Honorable Mention (invitation package)
2021 GDUSA American Graphic Design Award (invitation package)
2021 IDA International Design Award, Gold Winner (invitation package)
2021 IDA International Design Award, Silver Winner (invitation package)
2021 IDA International Design Award, Honorable Mention (invitation package)
2021 LICC London International Award, Official selection (invitation package)
2020 GDUSA American Graphic Design Award (invitation package)
2020 LICC London International Award, shortlist winner (invitation package)
2019 IDA International Design Award, Bronze Winner (invitation package)
2018 IDA International Design Award, Honorable Mention (save the date)
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Art in Graphic Design. Minor in Film/Video
SOFTWARE
Indesign
Photoshop
Illustrator
After Effects
Final Cut Pro
Avid Editing
Premiere
SketchUp
Autocad
Captivate
Dreamweaver
Basic HTML
Mailchimp
Microsoft Office
Asana
and more
ORGANIZATIONS
Entertainment Community Fund
Eventide Audio
Random House Publishing
Gallery of Social and Political Art
Sterling Publishing
StayWell Custom Communications
Hunter College
Widener University
and more
About
Let’s Work Together
I’m always looking for new opportunities. I have many years of experience in print, digital, web, social media, and environmental design. I also have experience leading rebrands. Please contact me for your design needs. I look forward to speaking with you!