ABOUT ME

I am a Creative Marketing Strategist and Graphic Designer who blends brand strategy with visual storytelling to deliver measurable results. My work spans logo design, brand identity, digital and print campaigns, social media marketing, and event promotion, with a focus on boosting engagement, building recognition, and driving growth.

My career has been rooted in real estate marketing, where I led brand updates, launched recruitment campaigns, and produced marketing that generated stronger leads and higher conversions. A highlight was creating First-Time Homebuyer Workshop campaigns that doubled conversions and tripled attendance while strengthening community connections. I also take on select freelance projects in logo and brand design, applying my BFA in Graphic Design to help clients bring their vision to life.

Design and culture have shaped my approach since the start of my career, teaching me how storytelling connects people to brands. That influence guides my work today, whether I’m building brand identities or designing campaigns that resonate with both local communities and broader audiences.

I live in Northern Virginia with my wife and four children, and outside of work I enjoy reading, music, gaming, and family trips.

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Resume

Experience

  • Freelance Marketing & Brand Designer | 2012 – Present

  • Marketing Advisor / Graphic Designer | Engel & Völkers Real Estate | 2023 – 2025

  • Marketing Advisor / Graphic Designer | GreenLine Real Estate | 2017 – 2023

  • Creative Production Designer | Team Velocity Marketing | 2015 – 2017

Education

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design | Barton College, Wilson, NC | 2004 – 2006

  • Associate of Arts in Advertising | Johnston Community College, Smithfield, NC | 2002 – 2004

Skills
Brand Identity • Marketing Strategy • Social Media • Print & Digital Design • Event Marketing

Awards

  • Marketing Excellence Award | Engel & Völkers Washington DC | 2023

  • “Brian went beyond creating to developing a style guide and educating me on how to best use the materials created. I grew my business with his creative support from less than $500k to an average of $12M in sales volume.”

    Cheryl Shaw, Real Estate Agent

  • "Brian has helped me build the backbone of my business in EVERYTHING marketing. No request too big or too small, his attention to detail and holistic approach has been invaluable."

    Shirin Benamadi, Real Estate Agent

  • "He (Brian) consistently brings a unique blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and collaboration to every project. His ability to translate complex ideas into compelling visual and digital solutions is impressive, and he’s an exceptional team player who elevates the people around him."

    Rick Foster, CEO/Broker-Owner

  • Brian has always been a kind and clear communicator. He is a fast learner who also takes the time to listen. He is a go-getter, with a strong sense of initiative, as he has reached out to share his ideas to benefit my projects and company - without me even having to ask! Brian is not just a one-time collaborator, but an on-going connection who looks out for your best interest and genuinely cares about your success.

    Hannah Delgado, Sales Marketing Manager

  • Brian has a unique talent for turning abstract descriptions into compelling, accurate visuals. Brian excels at transforming image concepts into strong brand identities, often drawing out key details from conversations to create designs that capture the essence of a company, organization, or mission goals.

    Jonathan Bartlett, Associate Broker & Real Estate Advisor