I'm Dan—artist turned advertiser, six years deep in AI, and friendly as hell. As Brunner's VP, Executive Creative Director, I believe the best creative talent will make anything except excuses. And I've made a lot of things: films, illustrations, ads, campaigns for Google, Dropbox, Dick's Sporting Goods, Church's Texas Chicken, GNC, YellaWood, Goodwill, and more. I lead a team of multi-hyphenated creatives where the culture is simple—talent thrives. When I'm not doing the work thing, I'm raising my family, creating something, or writing. Hot Dog People and Other Bite-Size Sacrifices is my not-safe-for-kids parenting memoir, and honestly, my favorite thing I've ever made.
I'm Dan—artist turned advertiser, six years deep in AI, and friendly as hell. As Brunner's VP, Executive Creative Director, I believe the best creative talent will make anything except excuses. And I've made a lot of things: films, illustrations, ads, campaigns for Google, Dropbox, Dick's Sporting Goods, Church's Texas Chicken, GNC, YellaWood, Goodwill, and more. I lead a team of multi-hyphenated creatives where the culture is simple—talent thrives. When I'm not doing the work thing, I'm raising my family, creating something, or writing. Hot Dog People and Other Bite-Size Sacrifices is my not-safe-for-kids parenting memoir, and honestly, my favorite thing I've ever made.

places I've been
Brunner
VP, ECD
Working with startups and small businesses to create strategic brand identities that help them stand out and connect with their customers.
2020 - now
Brunner
VP, ECD
2020 - now
Animal
Director + Creative Director
Collaborated with senior designers on brand identity projects for clients across food & beverage, tech, and retail industries
2017 - 2020
Animal
Director + Creative Director
2017 - 2020
Brunner
Associate Creative director
Supported the design team with social media graphics, print materials, and brand guideline development
2013 - 2017
Brunner
Associate Creative director
2013 - 2017
Brunner
Associate Creative director
Supported the design team with social media graphics, print materials, and brand guideline development
2013 - 2017
Moxie (Engauge)
Sr. Art Director
Collaborated with senior designers on brand identity projects for clients across food & beverage, tech, and retail industries
2008 - 2013
Moxie (Engauge)
Sr. Art Director
2008 - 2013
TenUnited
Jr. Art Director
Supported the design team with social media graphics, print materials, and brand guideline development
2006 - 2008
TenUnited
Jr. Art Director
2006 - 2008
TenUnited
Jr. Art Director
Supported the design team with social media graphics, print materials, and brand guideline development
2006 - 2008



