Creative Manager | Creative director
Tanner Eddington
What I bring to the table
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I have over five years of experience managing and building creative teams, including full-time employees, contractors, and agencies. From strategy to execution, I collaborate with teams to bring the best creative concepts to life. Whether managing budgets and timelines or building props for a video shoot, I’m hands-on at every stage of the process.
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No matter how beautiful a brand or design is, if it doesn’t serve its purpose, it’s not truly effective. Every project starts with data-driven insights—understanding the target audience, market position, industry standards, and desired outcomes. I develop strategic plans, set budgets, identify the best channels, and conduct thorough market and audience research to ensure each project delivers real impact.
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With ten years of experience in agencies and in-house teams, I lead design and art direction with a focus on strategy, storytelling, and execution. From branding and campaigns to digital experiences and print, I ensure every project aligns with business goals while pushing creative boundaries. I collaborate with teams to craft compelling visuals that resonate and drive impact.
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I lead video direction across casting, editing, scriptwriting, and storyboarding, creating both long and short-form content. From high-production live action to animation, I craft compelling narratives that align with brand strategy and delight audiences. I collaborate with teams to bring stories to life, ensuring every frame resonates and engages.
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I lead website design and management, ensuring seamless experiences across desktop and mobile. With expertise in HTML, CSS, and familiarity with tools like WordPress and Bootstrap frameworks, I create intuitive, user-friendly designs that balance aesthetics with functionality. From UI/UX strategy to development, I craft digital experiences that engage users and align with brand goals.
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As a designer first, I understand the power of visuals, but strong messaging is just as crucial. I’ve written long and short-form ad copy, video scripts, reports, and research-driven content, ensuring clarity and impact. My approach blends storytelling with data analysis and market research to craft content that engages, informs, and drives results.
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I approach project management with a creative mindset while ensuring efficiency and execution. I’ve led projects from concept to completion, managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams while keeping stakeholders informed. Using tools like Asana, Jira, Monday, and Trello, I streamline workflows and ensure clear communication. With a focus on strategy and organization, I balance creative vision with practical execution, keeping projects on track and delivering impactful results.
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I bring a full-spectrum view of the creative and marketing process. While my background is in design, I’ve worn many hats—writing long and short-form copy, analyzing data, buying media, publishing books, and implementing CRMs. I check my ego at the door. Many of my colleagues have told me I’m the easiest creative they’ve ever worked with, and I take immense pride in that. Great ideas can come from anywhere, regardless of title or experience. While I stand behind my ideas passionately, I welcome critique and feedback, using them to strengthen my work and elevate the teams I collaborate with.
Brands I have worked with
Verizon
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Aetna
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USPS
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SAIC
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Panasonic
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AARP
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YouScience
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Synchronoss
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Axon
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Bethpage
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Agility Ads
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CenturyLink
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Verizon | Aetna | USPS | SAIC | Panasonic | AARP | YouScience | Synchronoss | Axon | Bethpage | Agility Ads | CenturyLink |
A look at my work
I design, direct, film, write, edit, storyboard, code websites, develop overarching strategies, analyze data, and lead creative teams.
Brand designs
My roles in the projects:
Creative direction
Strategy
Stakeholder engagement
Project management
Proofing
Implementation and adoption
Video work
My roles in the projects:
Director
Casting
Co-script writer
Storyboarding
Prop-building
Color editing
Proofing
Filming
Editing
Lighting
Production setup
Audio engineer
Website work
My roles in the projects:
Creative direction
Agency management
SEO
Blog writing
Proofing
Custom CSS/HTML
Hosting and backend development
Out of home & environmental
My roles in the projects:
Creative direction
Strategy
Concepting
Design
Stakeholder engagement
Project management
Proofing
Reports & infographics
My roles in the projects:
Creative direction
Strategy
Concepting
Design
Stakeholder engagement
Project management
Proofing
Take a deeper look at the projects I have led
Social, digital, and print advertising
My roles in the projects:
Creative direction
Concepting
Design
Strategy
Stakeholder engagement
Project management
Proofing