Where Big Ideas Meet Data-Driven Results.

(Annie bateman)

I partner with ecomm brands to turn strategy into scroll-stopping, sales-driving creative.

Creative Strategist

Art Director

Graphic Designer

Motion Designer

Conversion Rate Specialist

Creative Testing & Optimization • Conversion-Driven • Data-Informed • Brand & Performance-Driven • Creative Testing & Optimization • Conversion-Driven • Data-Informed • Brand & Performance-Driven • Creative Testing & Optimization • Conversion-Driven • Data-Informed • Brand & Performance-Driven • Creative Testing & Optimization • Conversion-Driven • Data-Informed • Brand & Performance-Driven 

The work

Sandisk

Strategy Presentation Deck

(Project Info)

Client:

Role: Art Direction, Creative Strategist

Campaign: Create Without Limits

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As the creative strategist for SanDisk, I led the development of the Create Without Limits campaign, designed to connect with one of their key audiences: creators.

The process began with a deep dive into Meta ad performance and target audience research to uncover what resonated.

The campaign aimed to build brand awareness and affinity by positioning SanDisk as the trusted storage solution that empowers creators to create freely, without storage holding them back.

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As the creative strategist for SanDisk, I led the development of the Create Without Limits campaign, designed to connect with one of their key audiences: creators.

The process began with a deep dive into Meta ad performance and target audience research to uncover what resonated.

The campaign aimed to build brand awareness and affinity by positioning SanDisk as the trusted storage solution that empowers creators to create freely, without storage holding them back.

Tools: Adobe Suite, Figma, SuperAds (data tool)

Team: Collaborated with designers, creators, and editors

Deliverables: eComm assets, Ads, Emails, campaign strategy.

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Email Design

The work

NuvoH2O

Pitch Deck Presentation

Client:

Role: Creative Strategist & Art Director

Team: Designers, Content Writer, Developers, Account Manager, Motion Designers, Creative Director, & Content Creators.

(Project Info)

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As the creative strategist for NuvoH2O, I led the brand’s creative direction and oversaw execution across paid and organic social, UGC, email, website, and wholesale print materials.

When the client approached us, their branding was outdated and underperforming. We developed a comprehensive creative and marketing strategy. We started with moodboards and a refreshed visual direction, which we presented to the client to align on photography, design, and tone.

One of NuvoH2O’s biggest challenges was low website conversion. The buying journey was unclear, making it difficult for customers to choose the right system. We restructured the experience around a guided quiz that asked questions about home size and filter needs, streamlining product selection and improving the overall path to purchase.

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As the creative strategist for NuvoH2O, I led the brand’s creative direction and oversaw execution across paid and organic social, UGC, email, website, and wholesale print materials.

When the client approached us, their branding was outdated and underperforming. We developed a comprehensive creative and marketing strategy. We started with moodboards and a refreshed visual direction, which we presented to the client to align on photography, design, and tone.

One of NuvoH2O’s biggest challenges was low website conversion. The buying journey was unclear, making it difficult for customers to choose the right system. We restructured the experience around a guided quiz that asked questions about home size and filter needs, streamlining product selection and improving the overall path to purchase.

We ran six rounds of messaging tests on Meta to uncover which value props resonated most with our target audience.

By keeping visuals consistent and testing different copy variations, we identified the top-performing messages—resulting in a 10% CTR, 3x higher than the account average.

Winning themes included: pure water, affordable financing, home water softening, eco-friendliness, and salt-free benefits.

Market Acceptance Testing

(Pure Water)

(Salt-free system)

(Before)

(After)

(After)

(After)

(After)

We’ve optimized over 60% of NuvoH2O’s website through improved design, user experience, and conversion-focused strategy—leading to significant performance gains across the purchase funnel.

Year-to-Date Results:

  • Shopping sessions: ↑ 191%
  • Add-to-cart rate: ↑ 49%
  • Purchases: ↑ 28%
  • Total revenue: ↑ 14%

Website Optimization

(Guided Quiz product selection)

Preview Prototype

We applied insights from our market acceptance testing to inform messaging across paid social and other key marketing channels.

By aligning the updated visual direction with performance-driven messaging, we achieved a 15% lift in ROAS for system purchases.

In our ongoing creative testing campaign, we’ve seen a 135% month-over-month increase in ROAS.

Social Paid Performance

    (top performing ad compilation)

The work

Kirrin Finch

Strategy Presentation Deck

Client:

Role: Art Direction, Creative Strategist, Designer

Project: Creative & messaging testing

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As the creative strategist and art director for Kirrin Finch, I led a series of performance-focused creative tests rooted in a strong messaging foundation.

Starting with a research-backed messaging guide, I identified key audience demographics and crafted messaging pillars around education (what the brand is/isn’t), necessity, credibility, and lifestyle impact.

Using these insights, we developed value-driven ad copy for market acceptance testing, allowing us to pinpoint what resonated most with the brand’s audience.

These efforts resulted in an 84% increase in CTR and a 44% improvement in ROAS. We also applied the winning messaging to top-performing campaigns, including a custom wedding carousel ad that became one of the strongest performers in the account.

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As the creative strategist and art director for Kirrin Finch, I led a series of performance-focused creative tests rooted in a strong messaging foundation.

Starting with a research-backed messaging guide, I identified key audience demographics and crafted messaging pillars around education (what the brand is/isn’t), necessity, credibility, and lifestyle impact.

Using these insights, we developed value-driven ad copy for market acceptance testing, allowing us to pinpoint what resonated most with the brand’s audience.

These efforts resulted in an 84% increase in CTR and a 44% improvement in ROAS. We also applied the winning messaging to top-performing campaigns, including a custom wedding carousel ad that became one of the strongest performers in the account.

We developed a messaging guide to identify top-performing value propositions and ad copy aligned with Kirrin Finch’s audience preferences. This document ensures all marketing efforts reflect the brand’s core values while resonating with what matters most to their community.

MAT tested copy performance:
  • ↑ 84% better click rate
  • ↓ $0.12 cheaper cost per click
  • ↑ 44% better ROAS

Messaging Guide & test

(Messaging guide)

(Winning Value proP: Affirms identity)

We ran a series of creative tests for Kirrin Finch that led to a 45% increase in website sessions and significant improvements in ad performance.

  • A/B Messaging: “AFAB” outperformed “Women, Trans, & Non-Binary Folk” in headlines, driving stronger ROAS.

  • Video vs. Slideshow: Real video footage lowered CPA by $20 on average. We created a shot list to help the client capture more high-performing content.

  • Custom Carousel: A wedding-themed carousel outperformed dynamic versions, driving more purchases and a 3.95% CTR.

Creative Testing

    (Top Video footage ad)

(Top performing wedding carousel)

(AFAB A/B test)

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The work

Lightning Labels

Strategy Presentation Deck

Client:

Role: Creative Strategist & Art Director

Team: Designers, Account Manager, & a Motion Designer

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(Project Info)

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The client approached us with outdated creative assets that had been running for years. The ads consisted of simple product images that were neither optimized for the target audience nor reflective of current trends.

Additionally, the creative lacked cohesive branding, messaging, and strategy. The client requested a comprehensive overhaul to replace the legacy creative with new, strategically developed assets that embodied the brand.

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The client approached us with outdated creative assets that had been running for years. The ads consisted of simple product images that were neither optimized for the target audience nor reflective of current trends.

Additionally, the creative lacked cohesive branding, messaging, and strategy. The client requested a comprehensive overhaul to replace the legacy creative with new, strategically developed assets that embodied the brand.

We created a quarterly strategic plan to guide marketing efforts across all channels, focused on three key objectives:

  1. Unify:  Build a cohesive brand presence by aligning creative across platforms for a consistent, recognizable look and feel.

  2. Elevate: Refresh outdated visuals with engaging, high-impact content that better reflects the brand’s identity and captivates the audience.

  3. Get Specific: Clarify brand messaging with compelling, audience-focused copy. No guesswork, just clear, persuasive language that communicates value and drives action.

Creative strategy

(Before: legacy creative)

(After: based on our creative strategy)

The Result

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We developed ads that highlighted the core brand pillars of Lightning Labels: Service, Quality, Speed, and Affordability. Each pillar was showcased through creative solutions that demonstrated the brand's strengths and value proposition.

Our Approach

Over the course of three months, we achieved a substantial improvement in results for the client. They were highly satisfied not only with the outcomes but also with the comprehensive design and messaging strategy we developed for their brand.

  • ↑ 248% increase in organic page Followers
  • ↓ 14% decrease in cost per engagement
  • ↑ +630 new users
  • ↑ 64% increase in overall engagement

“The quality on this latest set of Lightning Label ads is awesome. The style is really crisp and that feels very on brand.”

-Lightning Label Client

Honorable Mentions

(Motion Graphics)

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                 I'm a creative strategist and art director who blends bold ideas with data-backed execution.

(About)

With 6+ years leading creative across eComm marketing, I’ve partnered with high-growth brands to build compelling visual stories that convert through creative strategy.

From ideating campaigns to optimizing conversions on websites, I thrive where creative vision meets strategic performance. I’m passionate about mentoring creatives, crafting high-quality creative, and building design solutions that make brands unforgettable.

I believe creative should not only look good, it should drive results.

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(Experience)

Creative Strategy Team Lead —Disruptive Advertising
June 2023 — Present


Creative Strategist —Disruptive Advertising
August 2022 — June 2023


Senior Motion Designer — Disruptive Advertising
May 2019 — August 2022


Graphic Designer — University Relations 
November 2017 — December 2018

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