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Samsung Watch Ultra – Red Bull Jump OLV

To show off the new Watch Ultra, Samsung partnered with Red Bull. Their dive team each wore the watch during a jump, monitoring health features such as their heart rate before and after. We created this :15 video to show the experience and call out the awesome features of the watch.

Writer: Mike Lim

Samsung S24 Ultra – 3D Out of Home

When Samsung launched the S24 Series, I was very excited to work on concepts for 3D OOH placements in New York City and Los Angeles. This is the selected concept which focuses on the new Nightography zoom feature of the phone. In the animation, the phone zooms into the night sky to see what appears to be a shooting star. But then there is an unexpected reveal of a UFO that flies through the camera UI of the phone and out into space.

Big shoutouts to the Cheil HHP team for inviting me on for this project and to our 3D team for bringing this to life.

Samsung – Sami Miro Partnership

Samsung partnered with Sami Miro to create limited edition, eco- friendly bands for Watch4 and Watch4 Classic. These are the KVs and some digital assets we created.

NCME creative team + Cylndr studio team

Samsung S8 Ultra – Fortnite Gaming Feature Visuals

To show off the large screen and gaming capabilities of the S8 Ultra, Samsung partnered with Fortnite. These are some fun feature visual concepts we created.

Writer: Robert Stahl

USAA – Credit Card Design

During 2020, USAA asked Hawkeye for new ideas about how to redesign their entire portfolio of credit cards. I was one of several art directors and ACDs, who created a huge variety of designs and ideas. After several rounds of presentations and focus groups, I was thrilled when it was announced my design was chosen. The name of this concept is “Connected”. The eagle in the artwork is created from many interconnected points and geometric lines. The points represent all of the USAA members that create who USAA is.

I left Hawkeye before this project launched. I greatly appreciate all of the work my colleagues continued to put in to this. Thank you to Andrew Klein and Conal Love for running with this project! It is exciting to see this card popping up in peoples wallets I have talked to, and on billboards out in the world.

Samsung – Sean Wotherspoon Partnership

Samsung partnered with Sean Wotherspoon to create limited edition, eco- friendly bands for the Watch4 Series, and cases for the S21. We created the Key visuals and messaging to showcase the products on Samsung.com.

NCME creative team + Cylndr studio team

Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro – Feature Visual

This is a lifestyle feature visual we created to help launch the new Buds3 Pro. The image is dark and dramatic background to highlight the new built in light within the product. Showcased here is the final 2P print ad as well as an example of how it was used on Samsung.com in conjunction with other feature visuals we created.

Samsung – Galaxy Buds2 Pro Icons

When new products are introduced, NCME gets to create new icons that represent the features. They are very fun and challenging design exercises. This is a suite of icons we created for the launch of the Galaxy Buds2 Pro. Digital example below of how the icons match up with the messaging created for product features.

NCME creative team + Cylndr studio team

Samsung– Tab Active5 OLV

The Galaxy Tab Active5 is a durable tablet used by many buisinesses around the world. This is a :30 B2B video we created to showcase the product features in a variety of business settings.

Writer: Robert Stahl

Chrysler Blockbuster Sales Event Digital

For summer 2019, Chrysler partnered with Toy Story 4 for their Blockbuster Sales Event. We deployed an initial email to drive to a video featuring the Toy Story Characters and the Chrysler Pacifica, and also to a landing page. The follow up email generated by the landing page offered an additional offer on a new Chrysler.

Writer: Vivian Le

RAM 2500/3500 Launch

To launch the new 2019 RAM 2500 and 3500 trucks, we created print and digital pieces to inform potential buyers. The direct mail features an embossed sleeve that feels as though the truck is pushing through the cover. Inside, is a pull-out brochure and offer card. The email features a personalized offer and expandable feature modules.

Writer: Jeff Huser

USAA – Deployment Guide

USAA provides this A4 brochure to current enlisted military personnel. The content covers a range of topics to help with what to do before deploying, while deployed and after coming home.

Writer: Josh Barto

USAA – Auto Mid Funnel

To support USAA Auto Insurance, we created a range of work, including online video and radio, social videos and posts, banners and Native Ads.

Writer: Christin Workman

Dodge – Power Dollars Digital

Dodge Power Dollars is a promotion for the Dodge Charger, Challenger and Durango performance models. These are some emails and banners I created using powerful photography and bold angular image frames and banner headlines.

Writer: Vivian Le

Wells Fargo – 365 Card Self Mailer

This is a direct mail piece I created for Wells Fargo's 365 card. It is one of two luxury travel focused DM pieces. The card is travel focused, so my concept was put a plane ticket in the recipient's hands. The package includes a single fold pocket mailer that contains the ticket and folded letter, with a scenic destination backdrop.

Writer: Katie Cantu

Allstate Mayhem Birthday EM

You never know when Mayhem will show up – here is a surprise birthday greeting for Allstate customers. Mobile view and alternates can be seen below.

Writer: Andy Steinberg

VPG Print Ads

The MV1 was designed exclusively for wheel chair accessibility and safety. The people come first in these magazine ads, showcasing the MV1's ramp.

Writer: John Hill

Allstate Mobile Phone Protection – Digital

Emails and display promoting Allstate Mobile Phone Protection. Each has a unique scenario and a Mayhem takeover illustrating the phone damage.  Moveable Ink was used to provide a CTA tailored to the device the emails were opened on.

Writer: Andy Steinberg

American Airlines Cargo Banners

Part of the "With you all the way" campaign. These are examples of banners I created for aacargo.com, and various sizes of animated web banners. The animation uses a timeline graphic to support the main message.

Writer: Floyd Eggen

Dylan's 5th Birthday – Invite

My boy loves space! This is a design I did for his 5th birthday.

Hotel Denim Logo

This is a recent logo design for a denim themed hotel. The texture and imperfect edges are inspired by denim. The two fonts work together to feel rugged and playful at the same time. Branded mockups are below.

American Airlines Cargo – Cargo Airline of the Year Campaign

Every year an airline is awarded "Cargo Airline of the Year". This is the campaign to encourage votes for AACargo. I created the vote icon to be used across mediums, as well as a print ad, home page banner, and animated web banners.

Writer: Floyd Eggen

Terminix – Commercial Service Branding

This is a logo I created for Terminix Commercial Services. The challenge was to create a name and mark that conveyed the "something extra" that makes Terminix service so great. Various stages from the creation of the logo, as well as a one-pager I designed using the logo can be seen below.

Writer (One pager): Karen Schmardo

Driving Status Ads

Driving Status is an app that helps you know when your contacts are driving to discourage texting. Selected print ad and social examples are displayed first. A few alternates from the concept round are also included.

Allstate Speed Trap EM

Allstate – Motorcycle Badge

This Allstate motorcycle badge was created for an email project. The vector badge was then given an embroidered look and added to the leather jacket sleeve.

Allstate Renters Post Card

Allstate asked for a direct mail piece to inform about Renters insurance. We decided to have some fun and show the joys, having neighbors can bring.

Size: 6" x 9"
Writer: Andy Steinberg

VHA – Forum EM and Brochure

VHA’s Navigating to Excellence Forum, is an annual conference for medical executives and supply chain leaders. I designed the emails and brochure for the 2015 forum, which featured John Legend, and was held at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas.

Writer: Andy Steinberg

Wells Fargo – All Products Brochure

This is a brochure I designed for use in Wells Fargo branches across the country. It contains all of their credit cards, organized under die-cut, tabs.

Finished size: 5.31" x7"
Writer: Josh Barto

American Airlines Cargo – Campinas Banner and Landing Page

American Airlines Cargo – Expedite TC Banners

Part of the "With you all the way" campaign. These banners focus on Expedite TC, which is a temperature controlled method of shipping often used for medicine. Home page banner and various sizes of animated web banners are included. The animation uses a timeline graphic to support the main message.

Writer: Floyd Eggen

Capital One – Jamfest Signage

Jamfest 2013 was held in Atlanta and featured the Dave Matthews Band. I designed the event signage as well as Capital One's internal invitation. In addition to the stage and entrance designs, I created all of the production files, and ensured the panels were print ready for the vendor.

Allstate Retirement EMs

Wells Fargo – Propel Card Self Mailer

This is a direct mail piece I created for Wells Fargo's Propel card. It is one of two travel focused DM pieces. The card is travel focused, so my concept was put a plane ticket in the recipient's hands. The package includes a single fold pocket mailer that contains the ticket and folded letter, with a scenic destination backdrop.

Writer: Katie Cantu

VPG Print Ads

Allstate/Angie’s List – Home Care Direct Mail

This is a single fold, self mailer I created to inform customers of an Allstate and Angie’s List collaboration called HomeCare. The front door on the cover is perforated so it can open to reveal a message.  Diecut finger tabs guide the recipient to open the door, and the interior spread.

Finished size: 5" x 8"
Writer: Andy Steinberg

Wells Fargo – Propel Card Direct Mail

This is a direct mail piece I created for Wells Fargo's Propel card. The card is luxury travel focused. The package includes a vertical fold brochure, and letter kit in a 6”x9” OE.

Writer: Katie Cantu

Allstate – Birthday Email

This is a customer birthday email I designed for Allstate. It's a surprise party in an animated gif form.

Writer: Andy Steinberg

Allstate – NCAA Emails

These are a few emails I designed to encourage people to enter a sweepstakes that tied in with the NCAA Final Four.

Writer: Andy Steinberg

Thomas & Gray – Product Catalog

Thomas & Gray creates beautiful luxury furniture, and this is the product catalog I created for their sales reps. It is a cloth 3 ring binder, so that products may be added or removed as the collection evolves. Intro page, tabs and product page examples can be seen below.

Binder: 10.5" x 11.5" x 2.5"
Tabs: 8.75" x 11"
Pages: 8.5" x 11"

Bank of America – Direct Mail

This is part of a futuristic campaign for Bank of America Myrill Lynch. Included are 3 translucent OE letter kit touches, and a shipment that included: The 5 Book: Where Will You be Five Years from Today? The book also included a branded bookmark, belly band and a real pen sticky note.

Gatorade – Booth Graphics

I had the opportunity to work on booth graphics and course signage for the Chicago Marathon.

Samsung Watch Ultra – Red Bull Jump OLV

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Samsung S24 Ultra – 3D Out of Home

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Samsung – Sami Miro Partnership

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Samsung S8 Ultra – Fortnite Gaming Feature Visuals

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USAA – Credit Card Design

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Samsung – Sean Wotherspoon Partnership

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Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro – Feature Visual

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Samsung – Galaxy Buds2 Pro Icons

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Samsung– Tab Active5 OLV

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Chrysler Blockbuster Sales Event Digital

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RAM 2500/3500 Launch

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USAA – Deployment Guide

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USAA – Auto Mid Funnel

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Dodge – Power Dollars Digital

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Wells Fargo – 365 Card Self Mailer

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Allstate Mayhem Birthday EM

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VPG Print Ads

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Allstate Mobile Phone Protection – Digital

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American Airlines Cargo Banners

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Dylan's 5th Birthday – Invite

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Hotel Denim Logo

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American Airlines Cargo – Cargo Airline of the Year Campaign

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Terminix – Commercial Service Branding

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Driving Status Ads

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Allstate Speed Trap EM

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Allstate – Motorcycle Badge

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Allstate Renters Post Card

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VHA – Forum EM and Brochure

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Wells Fargo – All Products Brochure

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American Airlines Cargo – Campinas Banner and Landing Page

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American Airlines Cargo – Expedite TC Banners

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Capital One – Jamfest Signage

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Allstate Retirement EMs

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Wells Fargo – Propel Card Self Mailer

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VPG Print Ads

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Allstate/Angie’s List – Home Care Direct Mail

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Wells Fargo – Propel Card Direct Mail

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Allstate – Birthday Email

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Allstate – NCAA Emails

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Thomas & Gray – Product Catalog

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Bank of America – Direct Mail

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Gatorade – Booth Graphics

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