I’m based in Indy, where I’m likely drinking a coffee and listening to Taylor Swift somewhere.

Hi there! I’m Jessica.

I’m a project and account manager with a passion for turning big ideas into beautifully executed work.

I’ve led projects across industries and client types, from nonprofit organizations to global enterprise clients and everything in between.

With experience in both agency and in-house environments, I bring a calm, strategic mindset to fast-moving, cross-functional teams. I thrive at the intersection of creativity and logistics: where planning meets problem-solving, and where strong relationships make great work possible.

My Style & Philosophy

As a creative project manager, I’m passionate about helping my team ship their very best work.

I lead teams from initial briefs to launch day and beyond, and my process underscores my commitment to a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and high-quality product.

As a client partner and account executive, client goals are my goals. I’m dedicated to being an extension of in-house teams and I’m energized by delivering high-impact work.

Relevant Experience

Senior Specialist, Project Manager TrendyMinds

As a Senior Project Manager, I served as a primary client partner while also leading internal cross-functional teams. My role involved driving integrated marketing campaigns and projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial planning and scoping to budget management and final creative delivery. A key part of my role was maintaining trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across a global enterprise client, ensuring projects remained strategically aligned and positioning my team as a trusted partner.

Account Executive THE PLAID AGENCY

As Account Executive, I served as the central point of contact between clients and internal creative teams, overseeing the full project lifecycle for integrated marketing campaigns. I managed day-to-day client communications, translated client business objectives into actionable project strategy, and ensured all deliverables met strategic goals and quality standards. By balancing timelines, budgets, and resourcing, I drove on-time, on-budget execution across a variety of channels, contributing to both long-term client relationships and recognized project excellence, including a Gold Davey Award.

Project Coordinator University of Notre Dame

I managed all aspects of a large-scale, federally funded, multi-million dollar research program, ensuring project goals, timelines, and compliance requirements were met. My responsibilities included managing communication with a wide range of stakeholders, leading outreach and recruitment efforts, and interpreting both quantitative and qualitative data to inform program strategy. I also successfully spearheaded the adaptation of the project to a fully virtual model, overseeing the branding, content, and implementation to ensure continued effectiveness.

Education & Certifications

University of Notre Dame Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, May 2015

Dean’s List Honors, Senior Honors Thesis

University of Western Australia Study Abroad Program, Spring 2014

Asana Workflow Specialist Certificate

Issued December 2024

University of Notre Dame Project Management Certificate Program

Issued August 2018

Skills & Proficiencies

    • Agile & Adaptive Execution

    • Asana

    • Airtable

    • Budget Management

    • ClickUp

    • Multi-Channel Marketing (Digital, Social, Print, Web)

    • Project Scoping

    • Stakeholder Reporting

    • Trello

    • Workflow Optimization

    • Workfront

    • Brand Alignment

    • Brand Guidelines

    • Creative Brief Development

    • Creative Quality Assurance

    • Digital Ads

    • Email

    • Fundraising and Event Strategy

    • Print

    • Social Media Asset Production and Strategy

    • Video Production

    • Website Development

    • Account Management

    • Brief Writing

    • Client Relationship Management

    • Cross-Functional Team Leadership

    • SOWs (Statements of Work)

    • Stakeholder Communication & Presentation

    • Vendor Management

    • Written & Verbal Communication

    • Campaign Planning

    • Content Audits

    • Marketing Strategy

    • Reporting & Performance Tracking

    • Reporting Dashboards

    • Research & Data-Driven Decision Making

Notable Work

Davey Award Gold Winner: Integrated Campaign - Cause Marketing

As project lead for a multi-channel statewide awareness campaign aimed at at-risk individuals, I oversaw the full lifecycle from ideation through execution. I directed discovery research to ground the campaign in audience insights, then shaped strategy, brand identity, and messaging frameworks that guided creative development across video, web, social media, and outreach channels. I collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between visual identity, digital experiences, and campaign objectives, while also establishing measurement and reporting processes to track performance. Recognized with a Gold Davey Award for creative excellence and strategic impact, the campaign demonstrated both innovation and measurable influence in reaching target audiences.

Higher Education Client: Brand Platform, Refresh & Marketing Strategy

Served as project lead for a comprehensive brand refresh and marketing strategy engagement with a higher education client, guiding the process from discovery through execution. Partnered closely with client stakeholders in a consultative approach, aligning on shared values and ensuring that mission, vision, and values were clearly articulated and embedded throughout the work. Directed development of a cohesive messaging framework and visual identity system that honored the institution’s legacy while positioning it for future growth. Oversaw creative and strategic deliverables—including content, design, and marketing recommendations—while facilitating collaboration between client leadership and agency teams. The result was a refreshed brand platform and actionable marketing strategy that strengthened the client’s voice, clarified differentiation, and provided a roadmap for ongoing communications.

Fundraising Event Campaign: Creative & Brand Identity Leadership

Acted as the primary client point of contact and project manager for a large-scale fundraising event, leading the development of the event’s brand identity and overseeing all supporting creative assets across digital, web, and print channels. Directed cross-functional collaboration to ensure a cohesive visual system and consistent messaging across touchpoints, driving audience engagement and donor connection. The work culminated in a record-breaking event drawing over $1M, demonstrating the power of strategic creative alignment in advancing the client’s mission.

Testimonials

  • "She approached every client relationship with care, leading initiatives that were not only strategic but also deeply human. Her intelligence, work ethic, and warmth make her both a trusted partner and a joy to work with."

    Account Associate, THE PLAID AGENCY

  • "Jessica is a top notch performer in the workplace and an all around great human being. She approaches her work with the perfect balance of grit and kindness and we never had an issue completing even the most complex projects on time. If Jessica is leading your project you are sure to receive nothing less than excellence."

    Senior Designer, THE PLAID AGENCY

  • "She is the exact type of person I would want on any team. She is reliable, kind, understanding, and down to earth, while having an incredibly strong work ethic and dedication to her clients. She was by far the easiest, most compassionate, and open-minded project manager I worked with in my agency experience."

    Director of Communications, Nonprofit

  • "Having worked with Jess for just over two years, she is a shining example of great leadership in action. She’s a skilled communicator, an intuitive project manager, and an empathetic teammate: an all-around rockstar."

    Art Director, THE PLAID AGENCY