When I left working in entertainment I knew I wanted to transfer all the tools I’d gained from that experience, and I now view my work as sort of a performance in itself. I believe advertising has the capability of being truly great art and that I can be a part of creating it.

I gained an even greater admiration for great advertising last summer when I worked in the archives of legendary creative George Lois. Surrounded by iconic creations like the “I Want My MTV” campaign, I realized that advertising can transcend its commercial purpose and become a cornerstone of culture. This experience inspired me and confirmed that this is the type of work I want to be a part of.

Since graduating I have been working as a bartender in NYC, which has given me a front-row seat to incredible stories, experiences, and insights on how consumers think. So much advertising I see today just feels disconnected from its audience and while bartending might not be the most glamorous work, I gain so much human insight daily. This firsthand experience, combined with my talent for entertaining, gives me the confidence to engage with audiences in a way that resonates with them.