Nuclear Alley by Theresa Mills
A narrative inspired by real events but lacking available reference imagery. With the story set in Japan centered around a nuclear facility enveloped by dense bamboo forest and populated with dangerous spiders and snakes, the challenge was to visually realize a highly specific and atmospheric setting without access to original photography. To bridge this gap, custom imagery was developed using MidJourney, guided by carefully constructed prompts to capture the tone, environment, and tension described in the manuscript. The resulting visuals were treated as a foundation rather than a final asset. Images were upscaled to meet print-resolution standards, then refined in Photoshop through color correction, compositing adjustments, and controlled contrast to achieve a cohesive and production-ready aesthetic.
A narrative inspired by real events but lacking available reference imagery. With the story set in Japan centered around a nuclear facility enveloped by dense bamboo forest and populated with dangerous spiders and snakes, the challenge was to visually realize a highly specific and atmospheric setting without access to original photography. To bridge this gap, custom imagery was developed using MidJourney, guided by carefully constructed prompts to capture the tone, environment, and tension described in the manuscript. The resulting visuals were treated as a foundation rather than a final asset. Images were upscaled to meet print-resolution standards, then refined in Photoshop through color correction, compositing adjustments, and controlled contrast to achieve a cohesive and production-ready aesthetic.
Turn the Page The Bob Seger Story by Edward Sarkis Balian
This project encompassed the full editorial design, layout management, and print production. Centered on the life and cultural impact of Bob Seger. The work involved translating a narrative-driven manuscript into a cohesive, reader-friendly publication that balances visual clarity with editorial depth. The design approach focused on establishing a strong typographic system, cohesive image layout, consistent grid structure, and clear content hierarchy to support long-form reading. Careful attention was given to pacing, image integration, and chapter transitions to enhance the storytelling experience while maintaining production efficiency. On the production side, the project required the development of print-ready files, including precise control over margins, bleeds, color profiles, and prepress specifications to ensure high-quality output. The result is a professionally executed publication that reflects both the author’s scholarly perspective and the enduring legacy of Bob Seger, delivered through a refined editorial design and a disciplined print production process.
This project encompassed the full editorial design, layout management, and print production. Centered on the life and cultural impact of Bob Seger. The work involved translating a narrative-driven manuscript into a cohesive, reader-friendly publication that balances visual clarity with editorial depth. The design approach focused on establishing a strong typographic system, cohesive image layout, consistent grid structure, and clear content hierarchy to support long-form reading. Careful attention was given to pacing, image integration, and chapter transitions to enhance the storytelling experience while maintaining production efficiency. On the production side, the project required the development of print-ready files, including precise control over margins, bleeds, color profiles, and prepress specifications to ensure high-quality output. The result is a professionally executed publication that reflects both the author’s scholarly perspective and the enduring legacy of Bob Seger, delivered through a refined editorial design and a disciplined print production process.
Buffinisims by Brian Buffini
I led the creative direction and design of a short-format giveaway book, centered around Brian Buffini's most recognizable phrases from events, podcasts, and trainings. The project included art directing a custom photoshoot with Brian and illustrating bespoke backgrounds to create a cohesive, branded visual system. The design focused on bold typography, clear hierarchy, and impactful layouts to highlight key messages in a concise, memorable format. I also prepared press-ready files for efficient, high-volume production, ensuring color consistency, image quality, and durable specifications for repeated event distribution.
I led the creative direction and design of a short-format giveaway book, centered around Brian Buffini's most recognizable phrases from events, podcasts, and trainings. The project included art directing a custom photoshoot with Brian and illustrating bespoke backgrounds to create a cohesive, branded visual system. The design focused on bold typography, clear hierarchy, and impactful layouts to highlight key messages in a concise, memorable format. I also prepared press-ready files for efficient, high-volume production, ensuring color consistency, image quality, and durable specifications for repeated event distribution.
Wake Up and Live! by Dorothea Brand
Brian Buffini, created as a giveaway of Wake Up and Live! by Dorothea Brande for for the Buffini Mastermind Summit. The design balanced elements of the original book with updated typography, improved hierarchy, and refined layouts to enhance readability, while incorporating event-specific branding. I prepared press-ready files for high-volume production, ensuring consistency in pagination, margins, and print specifications. The final piece delivered a polished, modern reading experience aligned with both the legacy of the book and the needs of a large-scale event.
Brian Buffini, created as a giveaway of Wake Up and Live! by Dorothea Brande for for the Buffini Mastermind Summit. The design balanced elements of the original book with updated typography, improved hierarchy, and refined layouts to enhance readability, while incorporating event-specific branding. I prepared press-ready files for high-volume production, ensuring consistency in pagination, margins, and print specifications. The final piece delivered a polished, modern reading experience aligned with both the legacy of the book and the needs of a large-scale event.
The Emigrant Edge Preview Edition by Brian Buffini
This project involved the design and print production of the preview edition for The Emigrant Edge: How to Make It Big in America by Brian Buffini, published by Howard Books ahead of its official release on August 1, 2017. The objective was to create a concise, high-impact publication that introduced the book’s core themes and positioned it effectively for early promotion and distribution. The design focused on clear typographic hierarchy, strong brand alignment, and accessible layout to communicate the author’s seven principles of success rooted in his experience as an Irish immigrant. Print production required careful attention to format, paper selection, and prepress specifications to ensure a polished, cost-effective piece suitable for large-scale preview circulation while maintaining the quality and integrity of the final publication.
This project involved the design and print production of the preview edition for The Emigrant Edge: How to Make It Big in America by Brian Buffini, published by Howard Books ahead of its official release on August 1, 2017. The objective was to create a concise, high-impact publication that introduced the book’s core themes and positioned it effectively for early promotion and distribution. The design focused on clear typographic hierarchy, strong brand alignment, and accessible layout to communicate the author’s seven principles of success rooted in his experience as an Irish immigrant. Print production required careful attention to format, paper selection, and prepress specifications to ensure a polished, cost-effective piece suitable for large-scale preview circulation while maintaining the quality and integrity of the final publication.
