“Corporate America”

Gosh, it's been some time since my last post. Didn't I promise to post more often? What happened? So quickly I forget. Anywho, I am pleased to report I have accepted a design job with Verizon. I've been working with them for a few weeks now. Yep, can you imagine me getting fully integrated into "Corporate America" and all that entails? Makes me laugh too! Judging by the standards of my fellow designers, it would appear I have sold out, but contrary to thought, there is no glamour in being a starving artist. I've been heading Verizon's Hollywood, Florida creative department. Work is great so far...there are a few pros and cons. One of the pros? Being one's own boss, so to speak—my supervisor is located in Minnesota. Creative freedom is superb, though I'm finding that being in charge of the department can at times be dauntingly challenging. I still have a hard time believing that these people, who appear worlds more qualified in their own fields, are looking to me for creative direction. Are you serious? Still haven't quite gotten used to that one. Another pro? I get to work a variety of ads, so it never gets boring. Con? My commute is 45 min. in the morning and anywhere from 1 hr. to 1 1/2 hrs. in the evening! Did I mention the glorious bumper-to-bumper Miami traffic? I'm taking it one day at a time. Well, off to bed now. Gotta rest for that morning drive!

We miss you guys!