Storyteller, problem-solver, dot-connector, strategic thinker, collaborative spirit & creative leader.
Madeline (she/her) is passionate about creating spaces with room for everyone. Through conceptual thinking, leadership and collaboration, she brings ideas to life with big-picture thinking and a sharp eye for detail.
CVMadeline has spent a decade working with brands and agencies in retail, store experience marketing, social media and digital industries. She has experience leading creative teams from end to end, including collaborations with designers, illustrators, writers, photographers and videographers. Her work spans a breadth of categories including beauty, wellness, fashion, luxury and lifestyle.
A proud MCAD alum and serves as Executive Creative Director on the Ad 2 Board of Directors. She is currently a Design Director at Minneapolis-based agency, KNOCK, Inc., focused on Target’s SEM Apparel & Accessories category.
passionsA few of her favorite things include traveling, Post-Impressionist art, Saturday morning pancakes, and her corgi named Maisel (she’s marvelous, IYKYK). You can typically find her making jewelry or taking photos of the neighborhood flowers. Collaboration and conversation with other creatives is what keeps her inspired. Please reach out and connect!
Recent work & resume available upon request.
TestimonialsMadeline excels in her role as a manager and leader. She finds ways to balance her own responsibilities with the management of a diverse team. Her genuine passion for nurturing talent has resulted in a highly motivated and cohesive creative team. […] Her dedication, work ethic, and ability to manage multiple clients simultaneously have been instrumental in our organization's success.
– AMBER SAKIS, CREATIVE DIRECTOR
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Madeline has a modern eye for beauty, fashion and design. […] She's not afraid to push things to make sure we keep evolving and stay current with our target (no pun intended) demographic. She welcomes all views and opinions for a healthy collaboration, but is not afraid to make the final call to make sure her client's needs are met in the appropriate way.
– TROY COVEY, BEAUTY & FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER
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Her creative talent has enabled her to offer guidance, support, and constructive feedback that has helped me develop my skills and abilities. She is always willing to take the time to explain and teach new concepts, and her patient and empathetic nature make her an exceptional mentor.
– TIA SOCCI, JUNIOR ART DIRECTOR
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Madeline is every Account Manager’s dream. She keeps a detailed eye on every project from the initial briefing to execution. Madeline brings unique solutions to the table and is able to convey her ideas thoughtfully and eloquently.
– KATERINA SINES, ACCOUNT PRODUCER
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