About Us

Karen started her career in animation productionfor screen saver CD-ROMs (ancient history). With the sudden rise of dot-coms, she quickly adapted to the web environment, often working as “webmaster,” which covered everything required to create a presence on the web—from gaining a deep understanding of a client’s business to designing clean, accessible, and branded visual experiences. At Johnnie Studio, she helps our clients achieve their goals by making sure that every aspect of their deliverables is precisely and timely executed, down to the letter and pixel. She lives in the beautiful Pacific Northwest with her husband and dog, Abby, dividing their time between a renovated 1913 craftsman house, a classic ketch sailboat, and a converted van. 

As an account manager for over a decade, Lauren has navigated grocery aisles, trudged through cow pastures, and gone off-road, to deliver great work that works for many name brands. Part operations, part strategy, part creative curator, her specialty is air traffic control, leading integrated teams to the delivery of smart marketing solutions. Currently residing in the mountains of Colorado, Lauren can most often be found outdoors with her young kiddos soaking up the sun and craft brews.

Jasmine is a senior marketing and brand strategy professional. She specializes in Integrated marketing, working with publishing and media and brands like the New York Times and Vogue Magazine, helping to connect audiences to compelling content across digital and print media platforms.

Prior to joining Johnnie Studio, her agency experience focused on design and branding, serving cultural and commercial clients, using research, data and cultural context to tell stories about brands and the changing world that we live in.

Jasmine is a culture junkie, which makes her a highly adept strategist focused on creating real-world solutions for complex brands. She also loves to be outdoors, swimming, hiking, sailing and surfing. A self-diagnosed adrenaline junkie who loves a good book, a great meal and a glass of wine after a long day of exploring.

Kevin loves to deliver a story and believes that the best work comes from teamwork. That’s why, whether in the office, on a basketball court, or on a mountain bike trail, his favorite things are building a team and developing individual strength in others. Kevin has been building and managing collaborative content teams for 20 years, working with clients such as Southwest Airlines, Gold’s Gym, Sysco, Tetra Pak, Lidl, HCA Healthcare, Vail Resorts and USAA. He came to marketing from editorial, having studied writing and design in college and never having figured out which side he was on: art or edit. It wasn’t confusion or indecision, but the “court vision” that is required to see the bigger picture of a story or a brand’s mission. Outside of work, he uses the same vision and leadership to help his kids (and others) grow in team sports, in scouts and on mountain bike trails.

Jon is a seasoned graphic designer and creative director with over 15 years of experience working in dynamic creative scenes in New York City and Southern California. He thrives on the opportunity to meet new people with every project, using his design expertise to bring fresh perspectives to life. Outside of his creative work, Jon is an avid surfer and traveler who embraces a positive mindset. When he’s not riding waves, he’s busy trying to convince his daughter to share his love for the New York Knicks and Jets.

Bryan is a strategist with over 15 years of agency and brand-side experience. He is passionate about building brands, creating competitive differentiation, and telling stories that resonate with consumers. He’s worked with world-class brands including Rolex, Kleenex, T-Mobile, Cisco, Samsung, and Meta. Prior to strategy and Marketing, Bryan was a SAG/AFTRA stuntman and actor – he was nominated for a SAG award for his work in Indiana Jones and the Temple of the Crystal Skull and had a film in 2007 Sundance Film Festival. He spends his free time enjoying Marin and the Bay Area with his young son Axel and golden retriever, Samantha – surfing, biking, running, snowboarding, and playing tennis.

Tierney is an interdisciplinary creative across editorial, audio and video with over 15 years of experience. She’s drafted and published written work ranging from white papers about cloud-based medical imaging to TV show listicles to short fiction. Tierney lives in the Hudson Valley, NY, and enjoys reading, writing, swimming, and observing wildlife.

Taylor is an operations expert with over 7 years of experience across diverse fields, including education and journalism. Her impressive track record includes collaborating with organizations like The New York Times to drive operational excellence across various teams. Taylor thrives on launching new projects and modernizing workflows to enhance workplace efficiency and effectiveness. Outside of work, she is a published poet, a dedicated cat mom, a professional gamer and cosplayer.

Nicole is a passionate problem solver with a creative background and over 10 years of experience as a program manager. Her work history reflects her nurturing personality and extensive skill set from producing a room escape adventure with a team of zombies, to organizing events for a nonprofit with the mission of providing arts and cultural experiences to public middle school students, to most recently providing project management of social support events, building workflows, processes, and procedures to improve internal efficiency for a B2B Social Team. Nicole thrives in a fast-paced work environment and finds that the best way to get through a busy day is with a smile. When not at her desk, you can find Nicole at a playground or watching the latest episode of Bluey or Paw Patrol with her two young sons.

A natural connector and organizer, Isabel has over a decade of digital strategy experience spanning across international brands like The Phantom of the Opera, KitchenAid, OxiClean, and ExxonMobil. With a background in digital marketing, public relations, website strategy and project management, Isabel is an expert at distilling complex ideas into compelling stories. When she’s not working, you can find her at a SoulCycle class, binge-watching the latest crime drama, or trying a new brunch spot with her family.

With over 13 years of experience in the marketing and advertising industry, Alyssa has worked with various brands across the CPG, entertainment, tech, QSR and apparel and footwear industries, specializing in project management and marketing operations. She loves seeing projects through from beginning to end, keeping a keen eye on the fine details! When Alyssa isn’t keeping things moving with work she enjoys cooking and spending quality time with her son and husband, usually at the local park or family-friendly wineries.

Sarah has a decade of experience in brand strategy and marketing roles for both agencies and brands. Her previous work spans B2B, B2C, and nonprofit, including Frank’s RedHot, the USApple Association, Alima Pure cosmetics, and the Board of Pharmacy Specialties. Sarah has led strategy engagements for rebrands, digital campaigns, product launches, and more. She loves exploring the why behind user decisions, client business realities, and diving into the creative choices that bring great strategy to life. Outside of work, Sarah loves hiking with her dog Phoebe and making pasta from scratch.

With over 6 years of creative expertise, Tori has a track record of transforming intriguing concepts into impressive design solutions. Tori’s passion for storytelling seamlessly translates into her ability to bring brands to life through visually compelling design. When not immersed in the design world, you’ll find her scouring thrift stores for all the vintage goodies, skiing till her face falls off, hanging out at the local dive bar with her husband, or narrating her dog’s thoughts.

Sarah is a project manager and strategist who thrives on transforming client visions into tangible realities. Her passion lies in breathing life into concepts through a combination of creative development and strategic insights, all while enjoying the process of creation. She revels in the joy of acquiring new skills to expand her PM toolkit and embracing challenges as steppingstones for personal and professional growth. When she’s not working, you can find her reading, making art, or binge-watching her favorite movies/TV shows.

Christina is a writer with roots in nonprofit marketing and communications. With more than seven years of experience, she’s written and edited all kinds of content—short-form, long-form, and everything in between—to help brands sound more human. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio and loves library books, classic rock, and the em dash.

John is a MarCom professional with 10+ years of experience in strategic content creation and delivery. He brings with him a bevy of marketing strategy insights gained from his time working in the MedTech and Technology Manufacturing sectors, including Johnson & Johnson and Abbott Laboratories. His blend of analytical problem-solving skills, a strong business acumen, and a flair for the creative allow him to address problems and opportunities from all angles to achieve results. When he’s not working you can find John outdoors golfing, camping, or off-roading in his Jeep, BluJay, with his wife and daughter by his side.

JillPantozzi is an editor, strategist, writer, and host with almost 16 years of experience in the digital media space. The creator of TheNerdyBird.com, her work has appeared in Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, MTV News, and more. She previously led the newsrooms of io9 at Gizmodo and The Mary Sue and is passionate about cultivating inclusive communities. Prior to her time in digital media, Jill was a radio DJ and over the years she’s contributed to several anthologies and comics and even wrote a few books! She is a self-proclaimed geek and was featured in National Geographic’s “Comic Store Heroes” and the Batman documentary, “Legends of the Knight.” Her cats are her children.

With over 20 years of agency and corporate marketing experience, Liz understands how apply proven marketing program strategies while managing campaigns from start to finish. She delivers cross-functionally across organizations to plan, execute, and track against business objectives. Liz has also led countless awareness, engagement, retention, and lead generation B2B and B2C programs across industries such as technology/SaaS, financial, insurance, healthcare, food services, retail, and government. Liz lives in Texas with her daughter and rescue dog, Sammy, and in her free time, she enjoys hiking and walking natural trails, quality time with family and friends, and finding local hidden gems.

Hannah strives to approach both writing and living with energy and curiosity. As a managing editor, she draws on a rich background in creative writing, editing, and journalism to uncover the story at each project’s center. When she’s not scribbling poems or ideas on the nearest scrap of paper, you can find her surfing the waves near her home in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Aisha is a strategist and a jack of all trades with a diverse background in content marketing—with more than 8 years of experience in production, project management, client relations, social media, and sales. With quality at the heart of all her work, Aisha has had a hand in developing content and managing projects for a wide array of clients including Dermstore, Condé Nast, Pinterest, Spotify, Clinique, Netflix, and many more. Outside of her day-to-day at Johnnie Studio, Aisha loves making playlists, watching the same three comfort movies on repeat, and spending time with her friends and family.

As a writer and editor, Kyle has seen and done it all. He’s edited policy for state legislatures and agencies, written hundreds of in-depth news features, and reviewed a variety of popular media as a critic. Kyle is an expert at finding the most concise way to express a complex idea and quickly adapts to his client’s voice and brand. When he’s not writing or editing, Kyle likes exploring nature, playing the guitar and learning more about the world.

Chelsea is a digital strategist with 8+ years of experience connecting brands with audiences in a way that drives action. Her work spans a diverse portfolio of B2B and B2C clients, including USAA, Argo Group, Gold’s Gym, and Facebook. When she’s not nerding out over data or researching the latest trends, Chelsea can be found curating mood boards and staging spaces for her other passion, interior design.

George is a multi-disciplinary designer with a passion for user experience and a commitment to people—and he believes the creation of something new and meaningful can only be accomplished by first gaining clarity. When he is not being absorbed by the internet, you can find George soaring down local mountain bike trails or snuggling up with his three kids dreaming about pizza.

With more than 6 years of industry experience, Erika optimizes projects to meet their full potential while maintaining a deep empathy for both client and internal teams. She’s overseen projects including content planning and execution, social media strategies, event planning, and full-scale digital marketing campaigns. When she’s away from her computer, you can find Erika at her sewing machine, reading the latest YA fantasy novel, or planning her next international vacation with her husband.

For over a decade, Tyler has helped brands large and small find their voice, hone their purpose, and grab attention through the power of storytelling. As a creative leader, he has marshalled cross-disciplinary teams of writers, designers, and filmmakers to launch tech products that drove hundreds of millions of dollars in sales. A former newspaper columnist, radio host, and musician, he now helps Johnnie Studio clients put story, emotion, and humanity at the center of their communication. When he’s not slinging copy, you’ll find Tyler writing screenplays, directing short films, or building a pillow fort with his wife and son.

Kiwon is passionate about storytelling and intentional design. A big-picture thinker with a graphic design and illustration background, Kiwon effectively bridges conceptual ideas with impactful and imaginative visuals. Before joining Johnnie Studio, Kiwon spent a decade as a landscape architect, designing award-winning spaces across the U.S. and Canada. An enthusiast for movies, he particularly loves all things Star Wars, Legos, and ramen.

Maya graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in marketing and has been delving deep into content ever since. Before joining the Johnnie Studio team, she has worked in the marketing space doing everything from creating marketing tools and trainings for entrepreneurs to managing events. Maya is a published author and spends most of her free time outside of work writing and reading fiction.

Abby’s decade of editorial experience bridges publishing and marketing. She produced content for a global audience as a travel and lifestyle magazine editor before bringing that storyteller’s approach to the agency space. She’s led teams in creating publications, podcasts, websites, campaigns, and more for clients across industries and around the world. Abby lives in Denver and loves snail mail, yoga, spending time in the mountains, and helping people find the right words.

Carly is an innovative thinker with extensive experience across content production, marketing, and program management. She loves to marry business acumen with creative panache to drive results and have fun along the way. When she’s not pursuing operational excellence, you might find her reading a book, sailing on the lake, or backpacking through the west coast.

Devon brings a background of professional writing experience in journalism, technology, and education. From large-scale RFP responses to course curriculum to press releases, she has written and coordinated a wide range of content. Devon believes that successful collaboration is the key to quality work, and she’s driven by the creative challenge of striking the right balance while weaving in multiple perspectives. When she’s not wording and re-wording, Devon is probably running at the track, walking her pup, or hiking any trail that features a waterfall.

Ellen has experience in both Account and Project Management, combining her skills in strategic thinking, creative problem solving and organization. She comes from an agency background, working on digital campaigns for a variety of industries including Luxury Beauty, Financial Services, and Healthcare. Outside of work Ellen enjoys combining her love of traveling and being outside, and can often be found hiking, snowboarding or camping on the weekends.

Jas offers more than 14 years of experience in account roles, and eight years in leadership roles, at content marketing agencies. He has led large multidisciplinary teams through multi-year partnerships with enterprise clients to create integrated marketing programs, manage strategy, facilitate content production, and reimagine measurement for clients like Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Argo Group, Sysco, and Microsoft.

Endlessly curious with a knack for solving problems in creative ways, Kate is a strategist with more than 10 years of marketing, UX, and branding experience. A history in publishing, B2B and B2C agency work, Kate has background developing strategies and marketing programs for a wide array of clients including HP Enterprise Services, DxC Technologies, McKesson, Avocados From Mexico, Lennox International, and more. An adventurer at heart, Kate loves traveling the world, trying new foods, and maintaining an encyclopedic knowledge of every movie fact you never knew you needed to know.

Detail-obsessed and deadline-driven, Lauren is a program manager with 7 years of experience overseeing the scoping, development, and production of multiple digital, email, and direct mail campaigns. Her work for brands such as Microsoft, SoFi, and AT&T spans the worlds of both acquisition and CRM. While a sucker for color-coded spreadsheets, Lauren’s true passion lies in fostering relationships with both client and internal teams to solve the seemingly unsolvable. Well, that and correctly predicting the Oscars.

With a background in digital content marketing, Michaela is passionate about connecting audiences with the right content, brands, and products. She views data as the puzzle pieces to client success, and finds joy in finding the perfect fit of user experience and brand promise. A master of digital marketing tools, Michaela has created complex lead generation campaigns and analytics reports for a variety of clients, including Hewlett Packard Enterprise Services, Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Companies, Avocados From Mexico, SMU Cox School of Business, and more. When she’s not solving problems for clients, Michaela enjoys going on adventures with her dog, rooting for the Dallas Stars, and playing an obscene amount of board games with her husband.

A storyteller and romantic at heart, Travis has lived and breathed content production for more than a decade. He’s been a journalist, writer, and editor (for books, publishers, and brands), a live television and radio host, a videographer and audio producer, a lead SEO strategist, a social content director, and a lead agency content strategist for brands like Microsoft, American Red Cross, Avocados from Mexico, Orajel, and OxiClean. He’s the Poe Dameron of content — he can fly anything.

Veronica is constantly looking for ways to improve processes while helping the team remain focused on the project at hand. With a background in operations, she has helped scope, schedule, and project manage work with clients in tech, pharmaceutical, insurance, and education industries. Veronica’s love of problem solving and well-executed Excel spreadsheets certainly helps!