Some Words
About Me

I am a creative director who loves solving problems, my cat, music, the Detroit Red Wings, Twin Peaks, and a 'damn fine cup of coffee' (IYKYK).

For 15+ years, I’ve solved big and small problems for big and small brands—making work that makes people think, feel, and/or do something to make life better.

I’ve led in-house and agency teams on end-to-end creative for everything from coupons to integrated campaigns.

With an art and copy background, I bring a holistic approach to crafting cohesive narratives. I believe the most compelling stories are based on simple human truths.

Email: jdksell@gmail.com / LinkedIn: jdksell

Some Places I’ve Worked

WorldStrides
Creative Director (Contract)

Xavier Creative House
Creative Director

Revive (now BPD)
Associate Creative Director

Volta
Creative Director (Contract)

The Marketing Practice
Senior Copywriter (Contract)

Amazon‍
Art Director, Copywriter

COLOR
Senior Copywriter (Contract)

re:group
Associate Creative Director

GSW
Senior Art Director (Contract)

Doner
Associate Creative Director,
Senior Art Director, Art Director

Some Brands I’ve Worked With

VCU Health

Minute Maid

Eli Lilly

Food Network

The May Company

Microsoft

Buffets, Inc.

Flagstar Bank

Fresh Express

OSRAM

Intuit

Right at Home

DTE Energy

American Kennel Club

Some Words About Me

I am a creative director who loves solving problems, my cat, music, the Detroit Red Wings, Twin Peaks, and a 'damn fine cup of coffee' (IYKYK).

For 15+ years, I’ve solved big and small problems for big and small brands—making work that makes people think, feel, and/or do something to make life better.

I’ve led in-house and agency teams on end-to-end creative for everything from coupons to integrated campaigns.

With an art and copy background, I bring a holistic approach to crafting cohesive narratives. I believe the most compelling stories are based on simple human truths.