Creative Director | Think Above. Go Beyond.
Carolyn Gargano

Hello, and thanks for clicking by.
You'll find I'm particularly drawn to projects that help us feel better. Welcoming a smile, a personal connection,
and at times providing the clarity we count on to make essential choices.
I'm all about thinking beyond. How can we make this the best where it is now? Where can we take this further?
Ad campaigns, experiences, product ideation, creative platforms, and purpose driven creative is my universe.
EXPERIENCE
RESUME
2020 - 2021
GSW
SVP, GROUP CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Creative department lead
Oversaw creative from inception to completion
Full palette of brand expression
Optimizing process and workflows
Created team vision
Contributions both strategic and tactical
2017 - 2018
AREA 23
SVP GROUP CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Oversaw team from idea inception to final product
Contributed innovative ideas
Command of workflow
Developed smart, single-minded ideas
Oversaw marketing strategies
2008 - 2010
DEUTSCH NYC
SR ACD | ART
Consumer & health creative across all channels
Created single-minded ideas New business generator. Ensured craft from concept through completion.
CURRENTLY BOOKED
AREA 23 | FREELANCE
VP CREATIVE DIRECTOR, ART
2018 - 2020
REAL CHEMISTRY
SR GROUP CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Creative department lead
Deeply involved in collaborative ideation
Lead creative development across media
Passionate about brands role in culture
Manger. Mentor. Strong interpersonal skills
2010 - 2017
SAATCHI & SAATCHI WELLNESS
ACD, CREATIVE DIRECTOR | ART
Concepts across all channels
Oversaw projects through entire cycle
Directed photographers, designers, photographers, editors
New Business: Wellness & DTC
VOLUNTEER, 2020 - Current
AMERICAN RED CROSS
RECOGNITION & APPRECIATION CREATIVE
The largest global humanitarian organization in the world shows gives thanks to all who answer its call to help others. I partner with region leads from Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, California, Hawaii, and Guam to create, share, and inspire ways to booster the team.
