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Multidisciplinary Creative Director - ADVERTISING / UX / DEV

Since 2001, I've helped create brands, execute campaigns, learned from incredible mentors, managed / inspired some extraordinary people, build departments from scratch and won over a dozen awards while doing so. Here are some of my favorite projects.

  • All
  • Ads
  • Design
  • Social
  • UI / UX
  • Web

Jamba Juice

FRESH MARKET LANDING PAGE DESIGN

Firehouse Subs – March Madness Digital Campaign

Dunkin’ Donuts – Liverpool FC Sweepstakes Penalty Game

Borgata Web Design

GE Appliances Homepage Design

Find Getaways Iphone App

Pharmaceutical Web Design

Online Dating Infographic

Homepage Concept

Feedback Portal

Empowering Women Facebook

Steakhouse Web Design

Explore Elegance & Excitement

Oxygen – Bad Girls Club Widget

360i Homepage Flash

HGTV I Dream Big Microsite

Comedy Central – Indecision’08

MTV – Legally Blonde Banner

Lord & Taylor – My Shopper

Stokke – Chair Promo Banner

SouthparkStudios.com – Banners

Knightrider – Facebook Widget

Erman is a very talented designer. During our time working together, I could always count on him being engaged in the search for new, uncharted territory in the ever-expanding online universe, and then leveraging those discoveries for the benefit of our clients. He’s hardworking and focused on creating solutions that grow a client’s business and always exceed their expectations.
<strong>David Nathanson</strong> - <em> Creative Chairman at Zimmerman Advertising</em>
David Nathanson - Creative Chairman at Zimmerman AdvertisingDavid managed Erman directly
Erman approaches every design from the perspective of the user. He's as skilled in UX/UI as he is in design. His executions are flawless and always deliver results. He knows when to push the envelope and when to pull back. His ideas are always innovative and his designs drive action as well as deliver beauty.
<strong>Tom Olivieri</strong> - <em>VP of Creative at Tinuiti</em>
Tom Olivieri - VP of Creative at TinuitiTom was senior to Erman but didn’t manage directly
What stands out about Erman is his willingness to help other creatives reach their potential. In an industry known for egos, it’s refreshing to see such a talented designer take time to mentor younger creatives. It’s the type of leadership that elevates a department. I got to see it firsthand for the past few years when we partnered to help dozens of interns thrive and produce work they loved. Because of this, his digital savvy, craftsmanship, and creative insights, I highly recommend Erman. He was a pleasure to work with.
<strong>Vinny DeAraujo</strong> - <em>Creative Director at Leo Burnett</em>
Vinny DeAraujo - Creative Director at Leo BurnettErman worked with Vinny in the same group
I had the pleasure of working with Erman at Zimmerman on multiple accounts. I was always taught that there are two kinds of people in the world. Left brainers and right brainers, left brainers being verbal, logical, analytical and right brainers, on the other hand, are visual, intuitive and holistic. Erman has both, which is highly desirable when working with him.
<strong>Carolina Hejl</strong> - <em>Sr. Assoc. UX Designer at PWC</em>
Carolina Hejl - Sr. Assoc. UX Designer at PWCErman worked with Carolina in the same group
Vision and determination were indispensable to manage this particular project. He demonstrated outstanding leadership from team selection to finishing details. Sharing his knowledge and techniques with the team was one of many highlights. Definitely would work with Erman again. Skillful direction & tremendous results.
<strong>Edgar Becerra</strong> - <em>Art Director</em>
Edgar Becerra - Art DirectorEdgar reported directly to Erman
I had the privilege of working with Erman on a demanding creative project. He oversaw our five member team through a series of tight deadlines. His guidance was essential in meeting our goals successfully without compromising quality. This resulted in an overjoyed client. He respected the teams opinions and actively encouraged constructive criticism. His creativity was inspirational and contagious. It would be an honor to work with him again in the future and I would recommend his creative services to anyone.
<strong>Emilio Armada</strong> - <em>Art Director, Illustrator & Marketing Specialist</em>
Emilio Armada - Art Director, Illustrator & Marketing SpecialistEmilio reported directly to Erman
Working with Erman at Zimmerman was an awesome experience. He was great at edifying the team quickly and effectively of what the project entailed and what he expected from us. Erman was patient while observing each member of the team and allocating duties accordingly to direct the team successfully, delivering a more than satisfying product. Under his expertise, I gained an immense amount of new tricks to my trade.
<strong>Darius Guerin</strong> - <em>Interactive Designer</em>
Darius Guerin - Interactive DesignerDarius reported directly to Erman
Erman is an incredible art director, tutor, and friend. While I was at Zimmerman Advertising he always found a way to inspire the interns to get to a better level. His knowledge about how the industry works is accurate, he knows how to differentiate the good work among the others. I recommend Erman because his years of experience and passion brought him where he is right now, there is no doubt that working with someone like him you are going reach your goals.
<strong>Jose Ramirez</strong> - <em>Associate Creative Director at GUT</em>
Jose Ramirez - Associate Creative Director at GUTErman was senior to Jose but didn’t manage directly
Erman is an extremely talented designer and Art Director. I had the pleasure of working with him at Zimmerman Advertising for over a year. He was definitely someone I could count on to give great feedback on designs, which helped me elevate my overall level and quality of work. I consider Erman as one of my biggest mentors.
<strong>Brent Lowell</strong> - <em>Art Director at The Wall Street Journal</em>
Brent Lowell - Art Director at The Wall Street JournalErman was senior to Brent but didn’t manage directly
Erman is an incredibly talented designer. Unlike designers I've worked with in the past, Erman really takes the time to understand the company he is working for. The results? A truly innovative, perfectly customized web solution. He is on-time and extremely thorough - which our other rare qualities. Very knowledgeable in responsive CSS and PHP development and in building websites that are fully compatible across different browsers.
<strong>Lydia Waring</strong> - <em>Chief Communications Officer</em>
Lydia Waring - Chief Communications OfficerLydia was a client of Erman’s
Erman is a wonderful designer. I worked with him at 360i when he created all the creative for my MTV campaigns we were assigned, and also when he redesigned my website. Erman isn't just a doer, he provides insights, he has suggestions and his work is awesome. He really understands what the task at hand is and is able to bring the brand to life with his work. I would hire Erman for every creative project I have. He's just that great.
<strong>Limor Suss</strong> - <em>Sr. Account Manager at 360i </em>
Limor Suss - Sr. Account Manager at 360i Limor worked with Erman in different groups
Erman is beyond talented in his craft; in his technical skills he’s excellent but beyond that excellence is his creativity and care. I’m blown away how invested Erman was in my project, he truly felt like my partner: a balance of guiding and advising me while also absorbing and then incorporating every detail I mentioned. The end product was so far beyond my expectations that I’ve already referred him to my colleagues and look forward to working with him again. Erman you’re a joy to work with and I’m so lucky to have met you!
<strong>Erin Morrison</strong> - <em> Conscious Living Coach MA, EDM, CCPC</em>
Erin Morrison - Conscious Living Coach MA, EDM, CCPCErin was a client of Erman's
Erman did a great job intaking requirements from my business partners, and getting started on design ideas quickly. He ran several composite designs past us within a few days that were very creative. I appreciated his interest in building our brand, even though we did not request this. Job well done. Erman is a super-creative guy.
<strong>Jo Spiker</strong> - <em> CEO at Director LLC</em>
Jo Spiker - CEO at Director LLCJo was a client of Erman's
Erman is simply one of the best art directors I have managed in the past 20 years. His conceptual and technical skills are second to none and he is adept at taking direction and adding his own take and making it better. I could not give a higher endorsement fro someone who is not only talented, but is also truly a pleasure to work with.
<strong>Ken Thompson</strong> - <em> Director of Creative Services at 360i</em>
Ken Thompson - Director of Creative Services at 360iKen managed Erman directly
Erman is the epitome of professionalism. As a project manager, I knew I could always rely on him to turn around best in class design - on time and on budget. On top of that, he's an absolute joy to work with!
<strong>Layna Dugan</strong> - <em>Director at PwC</em>
Layna Dugan - Director at PwC Erman worked with Layna in the same group
Erman is a very talented and hardworking individual. He is not only technically advanced in his field but he is also passionate about his work. I have worked with Erman on several projects and his global perspective and attention to detail has helped us achieve our timely goals. I would definitely recommend Erman with full confidence as a credible and brilliant team player and wish him all the best.
<strong>Danish Rahi</strong> - <em>Brand, Product and Marketing Leader</em>
Danish Rahi - Brand, Product and Marketing LeaderDanish worked with Erman but at different companies
Erman is creative, passionate and dedicated to producing great designs. He's detail-oriented and also looks at the big picture, and his designs reflect that juxtaposition. I highly recommend Erman for any design work.
<strong>Andrew Dixon</strong> - <em>Marketing Director at PWC</em>
Andrew Dixon - Marketing Director at PWCAndrew worked with Erman in different groups
Erman is more than a designer, he is a visual strategist and thinker. He thinks through the interactive experience to find potholes others may not see. If you want a designer to mindlessly react to your demands, he may not be the best person for you. If you want a truly passionate and thoughtful design professional that only wants to create the best experience for the end user and brand... then Erman is your man.
<strong>William Lukach</strong> - <em>Sr. Art Director at Starmark International</em>
William Lukach - Sr. Art Director at Starmark InternationalErman worked with William in the same group
Erman is a skillful art director who solves problems with a cool head. He is strategic, challenging, insightful and is driven to find fresh ideas. He is an excellent creative partner and if he’s yours, count your lucky stars.
<strong>John Kasye</strong> - <em>UI / UX Director at TradeStation</em>
John Kasye - UI / UX Director at TradeStationErman worked with John in the same group
I had the pleasure of working with Erman at Zimmerman on multiple accounts, primarily Party City. When Erman joined the team, he quickly became a brand expert and advocate. His designs aimed to grow brand awareness and were always guided by campaign objectives. He always pushed himself to create the best user-experience with clean, sophisticated concepts and he excelled during brainstorming sessions. Erman is a hard worker, team player and I consider him an asset to any team.
<strong>Nick Martucci</strong> - <em>Account Management Leader & Marketing Director</em>
Nick Martucci - Account Management Leader & Marketing DirectorNick worked with Erman in different groups
I have worked with Erman in two instances, once at PwC and once at Zimmerman. On both occasions, we had the opportunity to work on the same accounts and on both occasions Erman proved why he has encountered the success that he has. Erman display all of the qualities an Art Director should have; creativity, innovation, overall knowledge of his field, patience, urgency, diligence, diplomacy, tactfulness, professionalism, and great presentation skills. I would welcome the opportunity to work with him again and I urge you to work with him if you haven't.
<strong>Pierre Kremer</strong> - <em>Sr. Director of Digital Engagement </em>
Pierre Kremer - Sr. Director of Digital Engagement Erman worked with Pierre in the same group
Erman did a wonderful job with my logo design, branding and website design. He is extremely professional and great to work with.
<strong>Amber Desiree Singleton</strong> - <em>Speech Therapist CCC SLP, Founder at My Voice</em>
Amber Desiree Singleton - Speech Therapist CCC SLP, Founder at My VoiceAmber was a client of Erman's