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Johnny Le

Interactive Aficionado

JohnnyLe

Lincoln, NE

Inspire Interaction. This is John's mantra and passion, to create interactive experiences that inspire clients and their audiences. Although he loves all things interactive, his strengths lie in creative direction, experience strategy, and personnel development. John currently puts those strengths to work at Swanson Russell, leading a eclectic team of creatives, strategists, and technologists to create captivating online experiences.

Experience

  • Vice President / Manager of Interactive Services
    Lincoln, NE
    May 2001 - Present
    Swanson Russell

    Leads interactive & traditional creative teams in the process of concept creation, user experience and strategy.

    Oversees the development of concept boards/storyboards, presentation materials, etc. for projects, and presents design concepts and rationale to key clients.

    Works closely with interactive strategists, creative and technical directors, and other team members to review client strategies and develop strategic recommendations.

    Resource management

    Supervise and develop interactive personnel

    Oversee the hiring of all interactive positions

    Oversee video and photo shoots

    Vendor Management

    Help grow the interactive department from 4 to 25 people.

    Current and past clients include: E-Z-GO, Rain Bird, Gateway Computers, Briggs & Stratton, Minn Kota Motors, Humminbird, Weatherby, Jolly Time Popcorn, Sig Sauer, Leupold, GeoNav, Nelnet

  • Adjunct Professor
    Lincoln, NE
    Jan 2007 - Present
    University of Nebraska - Lincoln, College of Fine and Performing Arts

    Teach interactive design philosophy, trends, and technology to Junior/Senior level art students. Students obtains skills in Flash and CSS, to create interactive experiences, including a final portfolio website. Students collaborate with other students in a fun and engaging "agency" environment.

Education

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