Nicole Karalekas here. I'm a Creative Director and artist originally from Oregon, living in NYC. I’ve spent over a decade in advertising working for some of the top agencies and brands in the world. When I'm not in ad-land, I work as an illustrator/painter, potter and musician (i.e., the penniless hobbies). I have a dog named Dolly (after Ms. Parton), a husband named Sean and a vegetable garden, which is nameless. I’m really good at working collaboratively, being nice to clients, thinking strategically and keeping houseplants alive.

I've worked full-time for Wieden + Kennedy in their London & Portland offices, Droga5, CP+B, and most recently at Anomaly. I've also worked as a freelance CD for companies like Peloton, 72andSunny, R/GA, Buck, Stink, Kin, Google, McCann, Ogilvy, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson to name a few. I also take a select number of commissions for illustrations, paintings, and pottery each year.

Home base is currently in NYC, but work across the US and have a visa to work in the EU.

Lastly, if you know the reference above, you either have impeccable movie taste or you’re 40 like me. Pop me a note and say hello!

Full resume HERE.