In my own words
— Eric10 Years of Advertising + Marketing Experience on 61 Unique Brands in 13 Industries.
Client and Ad Agency Experience.
I am passionate about building and developing great brands and helping them realize their full potential in a crowded and noisy world.
Trajectory
Jun 2016 — Jan 2017
Account Services Director, Video Agency · PIA Agency
Oversaw account service team to successfully plan, develop, pitch, produce and execute videos (TV commercials, explainer videos, product videos, brand and corporate communication videos, etc). Responsible for sales and organic growth of projects and existing client relationships. Developed and guided strategic initiatives for clients. Developed and led Account Service team (hiring staff, developing process, mentoring). Ensured creative executions remain focused on key result indicators and exceeded the expectations of agency clients.
Oct 2014 — Apr 2016
Agency Account Director, Digital Marketing Agency · Strikepoint Media
Oversaw agency operations including creative development, client service and strategy.
Developed and directed key marketing initiatives for agency clients, including brand positioning and development, media planning optimization (SEM, PPC, Display, Email Marketing, Affiliate etc) and e-commerce front-end and back-end funnels (lead magnets, conversion landing pages, CRM planning and management, etc). Responsible for project management, SOW development, time estimating, client P+L, employee development and strategic planning.
Jan 2014 — Oct 2014
Director of Account Services, Video Agency · VeracityColab
Oversaw all projects (strategic development, research, project timelines, deliverables, revision process) and clients served by VeracityColab. Developed and guided strategic initiatives for clients. Developed and managed Account Service team (hiring staff, developing process). Ensured all creative executions remained focused on key result indicators and exceeded the expectations of the clients.
Jun 2011 — Dec 2013
Agency Account Director, Integrated Marketing · Skiver Advertising
Guided key decision makers (CMOs, VP Marketing, Brand Managers) through strategic planning and creative direction for consumer-facing brand campaigns and product launches. Developed and executed marketing and advertising plans (inclusive of digital media / digital marketing, SEM, PPC, Display, Social Campaigns, Video, Digital Sales Funnels, Lead Generation, Radio, Direct Mail, Outdoor, etc) for clients in a variety of verticals, including automotive, QSR, wine and spirits, technology and hospitality.
Feb 2010 — Jun 2011
National Advertising Manager · Boston Medical Group
Defined the advertising strategy for the Boston Medical Group network (clinics and physicians) in the U.S. while ensuring legal and HIPPA compliance. Oversaw an annual advertising media budget of $8M+. Developed and optimized digital conversion funnels and analyzed media performance. Managed and directed key resources including internal staff and outside agencies.
Feb 2009 — Feb 2010
Account Manager, Integrated Retail Marketing · HEILBrice Advertising
Coordinated and trafficked assets including print, TV, websites, radio, and blogs. Managed interactive and television projects. Developed interactive strategies for agency clients.
Jan 2004 — Jan 2009
TV Production Specialist · Cox Communications
Production responsibilities in camera operation, lighting grip, production audio and post-production processes for live and scripted projects.
Activity
Education history
California State University, Fullerton
B.A. | 2005 - 2009
Semester at Sea, University of Virginia
Semester at Sea | 2006 - 2006


