ABOUT

I BUILD THOUGHTFUL, WELL-CRAFTED WORK THAT HOLDS UP IN THE REAL WORLD.

Across agency and corporate in-house environments, I’ve taken on increasing creative ownership, leading projects from initial concept through final production, building brand systems, and partnering across teams to bring ideas to life in ways that are not only compelling, but executable.

PRODUCTION-MINDED BY DESIGN

Production has always been a cornerstone of my process. From press checks and print specifications to fully integrated campaigns, I design with a clear understanding of how the work will live beyond the screen.

The best creative doesn’t just look good, it gets produced, and produced well.

Person dressed in punk style with a mohawk hairstyle, sunglasses, leather clothing, and chains stand on a black case in a corridor decorated with colorful string and posters, with a person taking a photo.
A photograph of a laptop screen displaying two people, one sitting and one standing, against a plain background. The person standing is wearing a light blue suit and holding a smartphone.
A woman is painting a colorful splatter design on a transparent sheet under a white canopy, with a man filming the scene using a professional camera.
A woman in a blue suit sits on a stool in a studio with a white background, being filmed by a professional camera and monitor setup. The scene includes lighting equipment and a warning label on the table.

ART DIRECTION & ON-SET EXPERIENCE

I’ve art directed photo and video shoots, styled environments, dressed sets, and worked closely with clients and talent to help them look and feel their best on camera.

I enjoy shaping the details that bring authenticity, confidence, and polish to the final result.

CAPABILITIES

  • Integrated Campaigns

  • Execution

  • Strategy

  • Print

  • Digital

  • Brand Systems

I bring a hands-on approach shaped by experience, curiosity, and a love of bringing marketable ideas to life.

PRINT

DIGITAL

BRAND SYSTEMS

INTEGRATED CAMPAIGNS

EXECUTION

STRATEGY

PRINT DIGITAL BRAND SYSTEMS INTEGRATED CAMPAIGNS EXECUTION STRATEGY

GREAT WORK DOESN’T HAPPEN
IN ISOLATION.

I’m a strong advocate for creative culture and believe the best ideas come from collaboration, trust, and teams where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to do their best thinking.

When I’m not working, I’m usually traveling, or at home in Central Phoenix with my husband Andy, keeping up with the daily antics of our two dogs, Bruce and Larry.

A smiling man and woman taking a selfie outdoors in front of a wooden fence, with glasses and casual clothing.
Two people on a boat holding large flatfish, with several other boats in the background at a marina on a cloudy day.
Two dogs lying on green grass under a tree, one with a cream-colored coat and the other with a brown and white coat.

What People Are Saying

I had the pleasure of working with Monique at International Cruise & Excursions. Her work is driven by a genuine passion for design and a commitment to producing smart, high-impact solutions.

She excels at bringing strong ideas to life through the seamless integration of design, messaging, and audience perception. A perfectionist in the best sense, Monique delivers exceptional work on deadline and can be trusted with projects that demand both creativity and precision. Whether leading initiatives or contributing to critical projects, she consistently produces thoughtful, well-executed results.

In simple terms, Monique cares deeply while simultaneously possessing the requisite, albeit rare, ability and passion package to actually deliver on those "cares" … And she does so, quite consistently, as an added bonus. So, from a career marketer's perspective (particularly a copy-first guy like myself) I can assure you, art/creative director types with Monique's vision and high-end skill set are extremely hard to find. And in Arizona, perhaps a few ticks closer to the "virtually impossible" side of the meter.

— Michael Rosenthal, VP Marketing & Communications

Monique is an exceptional graphic designer and art director. I’ve had the privilege of working with Monique at different points in her career, first as a mentor in her earliest role at McMurry Publishing, and later as a business owner who relied on her to handle urgent client requests from my own book of business.

Shre consistently delivers visually compelling work that aligns with real business objectives. She has a strong ability to evolve and strengthen established brands, and my clients benefited from her fresh perspective and her ability to quickly understand the nuances of their branding. Her work reflects a deep understanding of design principles, storytelling, and audience engagement.

Beyond her creative talent, Monique is incredibly enjoyable to work with. Her flexibility, practical problem solving, and ability to deliver under tight timelines directly supported my clients and strengthened my business. She is an asset to any team fortunate enough to work with her.

— Rachel Tullio, Founder, Tullio-Hawkins Design & Communications