I'm an award-winning senior art director at AREA 23, the most creative agency in the world.*
I'm a father, a husband, a creative, a first-generation Caribbean-American, and a black man. I'm also a senior art director at one of the most awarded agencies this side of earth – AREA 23 – with hopes to continue their storied legacy in the name of equity, diversity, and inclusion for the black community.
I founded DAP Creative Works about a decade ago, an NYC-based consultancy with a focus on visual branding and design direction. I've had the opportunity to do business with amazing companies like Trip Advisor, Sheraton, Goodwill, and Coca-Cola, but I'm most proud of my collaborations within the community to uplift, support, and spur real change for the people who need it most.
Recent wins:
Silver / Glass Lion for Change - Cannes Festival 2023
Bronze / Lion for Print and Publishing - Cannes Festival 2023
Silver / MM+M Awards 2023
2 Wins / Charity - Packaging and Print / Creative Floors Awards 2023
Bronze / London International Awards 2023
D&AD New Blood Awards 2023 Judge
ONE School Mentor 2022-2023
AREA 23 Agency Pitch Completion Winner 2022
*AREA 23, #1 in the World, The Drum World Creative Rankings 2023
From a fresh logo and website, to collateral, social, and a style guide to be your brand's foundation long into the future - I do it all.
Need a savvy designer on-call for short or long-term design executions? Reach out.
Need someone to help breathe life into your vision and lead you through the design trenches? I can help.
Email me at dane@dap.works.
If you're reading this, I'm currently available for hire.