I help brands and businesses position design as a strategic advantage through strategy, collaboration, and passion.

At the intersection of creativity, technology, and business impact, I build teams, campaigns, and platforms that elevate brands, engage audiences, and solve complex problems. With experience spanning global agencies and in-house partnerships, I thrive in both environments and bring adaptability, vision, and hands-on leadership to every challenge.

Case studies.

Work archive

Highlights from earlier chapters of my journey. A collection of past work that helped shape the path forward. Feel free to explore.

What colleagues have said.

Testimonial Author
Jennifer Klinger
Content Strategist at Elastic

“Al has been excellent to work with as creative director, artist, and designer. I worked with Al while at two companies, starting a new partnership at my current company because Al produces such consistently great work. He brings ideas to life while incorporating feedback to keep projects aligned with business requirements, while being creative and engaging. I hope to work with Al again in the future!”

Testimonial Author
Nicole Eversgerd
Senior Brand & Creative Director, SolarWinds

“Albert transformed SolarWinds’ annual IT Trends Index into a compelling, narrative-driven web experience that consistently earned top-tier media coverage. His creative strategy directly boosted brand awareness, customer acquisition, and made collaboration effortless.”

Testimonial Author
Sean Mills
Partner, Archetype

“Whenever the most beautifully designed, clear visual work showed up at Archetype, it was Albert. Strategic and hands-on, he raised the bar for our clients and our teams. He built tools and systems that improved how we worked, and he was a kind, dependable teammate we could always count on. His work became the standard others measured against.”

Testimonial Author
John Carter
Senior Vice President, Archetype

“Al distinguished himself not only as a skilled creative mind, but as a colleague who consistently elevated the quality of our work through openness, curiosity, and commitment. Beyond his technical and creative contributions, he is the type of teammate who makes teams better—self-assured but not rigid, curious yet practical, and always supportive. He balances vision with humility, making collaboration a genuine pleasure. Al is not just a strong creative leader but also a true partner.”

Testimonial Author
Dylan Pyle
CTO, Marker Collective

“Albert excels as both a creative visionary and a hands-on builder, leading design across branding, dashboards, reports, and digital experiences while owning the fine details of execution. He even developed an internal planning tool that became a company-wide initiative—an innovation any team would be lucky to have.”

Testimonial Author
Chase Fitzgerald
Senior Vice President, Strategy & Innovation, Archetype

“Albert brings a creative vision and fresh perspective that quietly but powerfully elevates every project. His design-forward solutions transform complex challenges into experiences that are engaging, impactful, and memorable.”

Testimonial Author
Megan Ferries
Senior Vice President, Archetype

“Albert is a rare creative leader who blends imagination with a keen sense of collaboration, shaping work that is both bold and impactful. He listens deeply, decodes briefs with precision, and guides teams toward smarter, more inspiring outcomes.”

Testimonial Author
Nicole Kruse
Vice President, Archetype

“Albert combines creative excellence with pragmatic leadership, guiding projects from concept to completion with precision and care. His clarity in communication and ability to make the complex approachable make him an invaluable cross-functional partner.”

Testimonial Author
Ryan Letbe-Holder
Lead Developer, Archetype UK

“Albert communicates his ideas with such clarity that I always know exactly what I’m building and how it should feel. His designs make the development process smoother and the end result something I’m proud to deliver.

Testimonial Author
Eve Lenson
Senior Designer, Archetype

“Al is an exceptional manager and mentor whose kindness and support make collaboration a joy. His creativity and dedication push every project beyond expectations while empowering his team to do their best work.”

Testimonial Author
Emma Sato
Product Designer, Marker

“Al is a delight to work with—kind, enthusiastic, and always ready to try bold new ideas. He brings an artistry that elevates projects beyond design and strategy, making them more unique, impactful, and custom.”

Testimonial Author
James Gorospe
Account Executive, Archetype

“Albert’s creativity transformed client initiatives, including a superhero-themed comic series that grew into a beloved brand asset across merch, offices, and events. His passion and vision consistently turn ideas into experiences that inspire both clients and their audiences.”

Testimonial Author
Dan Fletcher
Edelman (former colleague)

“Albert brings a deeper sense of responsibility to his work, one rooted in creativity, humanity, and positivity. He inspires those around him to see business not just as value creation, but as a way to be genuinely good to people.”

Testimonial Author
Hiroki Murakami
Edelman (former colleague)

“Albert was a standout creative powerhouse at Edelman New York, serving as Senior Art Director on nearly every project I led. He was always among the most requested names when assembling a team.”

Testimonial Author
Kevin DeStefan
Edelman (former colleague)

“Albert has a rare gift for finding inspiration even in the smallest design tasks, elevating them into something impactful. His passion and talent inspire everyone he works with, while his designs consistently balance captivating visuals with seamless user experience.”

Brands served.

adobe

AT&T

Axe

banana boat

Ben & Jerry's

British Airways

Capital One

Coinbase

Cointracker

Crayola

Docusign

Dove

Dove Men + Care

Ecobee

Edge

Egon Zehnder

Elastic

Generac

Girl Scouts

Godaddy

Google

Harman

Heinz

IBM

Intercom

Luminar

Microsoft

Nuro

Samsung

Shopify

Slack

Snyk

SolarWinds

SPAN

VIZIO

VMWare

Schick

Mercedes

KPMG

Kayak

T.G.I. FRIDAY'S

American Heart Association

Beyond Design.

I have a polymathic approach to learning and life. My creative process doesn’t live inside a screen, it’s in the forge, the forest, the sketchpad, and the story. It lives in the world around me, and is fueled by my experiences. This diverse toolkit allows me to connect disparate ideas and solve complex challenges in unique and innovative ways.

Student and observer, investigator, learner, divergent thinker, risk taker, solution seeker, builder, tinkerer, storyteller, and artist. These are parts of me that have been present since my earliest memories. I continue to ask questions and seek new experiences to find answers and fuel my attempts at understanding and experiencing the world around me, all while having a great time along the way.

Ventures

Making

Bushcraft

Photography

Music

Painting

Drawing

Illustration

Open to Opportunities.

Currently exploring creative leadership opportunities and collaborations. Thank you for taking the time to explore my work. References and additional materials are available upon request.