FEAST YOUR EYES.
FEAST YOUR EYES.
We've all gotta go sometime.
Though we wish we could keep these lovely people around, they've all gone on to bigger things.
Chris Cole
President, Creative Director
Major
Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
Art Director and eventually Creative Director at a big agency.
Fun fact
I am a Big Brother super fan! It is my dream to win the show!
Favorite project
Wienerschnitzel National Student Advertising Competition
The team was so ready to compete. I loved getting to design the book (sometimes). All of the work was worth it when we won best plansbook at the District 6 Competition.
Maggie Burke
Vice President, Head of Research
Major
Public Relations
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
If I grow up, I want to be working in environmental communications/advocacy. (And if that doesn't work out, I have a backup plan of acting/modeling.)
Fun fact
I'm an expert juggler.
Favorite project
My favorite project I worked on was the NSAC Ocean Spray case. We didn't have a lot of time to work on it, but the work we created exceeded all expectations. It was the first time I really realized how fun this career could be and the first time I've ever been so proud of 'school' work.
Megan McCarthy
Account Manager
Andy Phillips
Treasurer Lead Videographer
Major
Double Major in Cinema & Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
Ideally, I will work as a producer on film sets or a supervising editor for a movie trailer company. However, I would also love to be the creative lead on ad campaigns.
Fun fact
I can do spot-on impressions of obscure stand-up comedians.
Favorite project
Oh man, there's so many that I got to be a part of. All of the NSAC creative was a thrill to be on, but I also really loved working with clients to make their dreams into a reality.
Major
Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
Advertising account manager for a sports company like Dick's or Nike.
Fun fact
I got a sports injury at a sports bar...don't ask.
Favorite project
Anything promoting local businesses.
Hannah Smith
President
Major
Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I hope to one day work for an agency either in Account Management or Copywriting.
Fun fact
I broke my elbow (at 19, as an "adult") and had to have surgery to rebuild it. 2 metal plates, 4 pins, and 7 screws later, and I am good as new...
Favorite project
I'd have to say my favorite project was the NSAC Wienerschnitzel campaign. It was so fun to be involved in the creative process and presenting our campaign was such an adrenaline rush for me. I just love the attention...
Nick nelson
Director of Accounts
Major
Advertising with a minor in Marketing
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I would enjoy working closely with a small team of creatives, whether in-house or an agency, leading the team towards a common goal maximizing output while also catering to clients.
Fun fact
Hobbies include painting, fish keeping, and working on my car
Favorite project
My time spent teaming up with the SIU Theatre Department has been the most rewarding. Handling everything from press releases to posters has taught me more about myself and my team than any classroom ever could.
Ryan Mccarthy
Director, Digital Media
Major
Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I would like to work as a creative director or content producer for an online brand or an advertising agency.
Fun fact
I have been performing stand up comedy since I was 19!
Favorite project
Going to New York City for the Student Advertising Conference hosted by AAF, I was able to create a vlog-style video showing Saluki AdLab in a more relaxed atmosphere. Traveling with your teammates and friends made for an excellent experience, and the finished product reflected that.
Alex Hansen
Account Manager
Major
Media Management and Strategic Communication, MS
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I would like to work in a paper sales company, and then eventually, create my own sports marketing agency. I am basically Jim from The Office.
Fun fact
I’m the best ping pong player you’ve ever met.
Favorite project
Building Carbondale's holiday basketball tournament marketing program from the ground up.
Laura Carver
Senior Creative Director
Major
Drawing
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I want to work in the film industry as a concept artist/illustrator.
Fun fact
I was homeschooled but still have semi-decent social skills.
Favorite project
Wienerschnitzel National Student Advertising Competition this year: We had a solid and passionate team that was willing to put in the work.
Katie alleman
Operations Manager
Major
Geography
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
Working for a non-profit organization to eliminate waste in manufacturing, hands-on working in communities to promote sustainability.
Fun fact
I grew up in the smallest county in Illinois.
Favorite project
“Who is living in our trees?” for Giant City State Park Visitor Center in the kids corner as an educational game; Children can match the description or outline with the life size images of the various animals of Southern Illinois.
SHAWN DAVIS
Creative Director
Major
Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I'd love to work in any industry that promotes either social services, outdoor programs, or sustainability.
Fun fact
I like almost everything I try, kinda like a dog.
Favorite project
I loved working with Community Health Partnership of Illinois because the work lined up so well with my own interests. We were able to help represent a historically underrepresented group. It felt very meaningful.
Sammie Oxford
President
Major
Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I would love to work in advertising agency in a big city! I thrive in being overly busy, and this environment seems to fit me best.
Fun fact
I broke the smallest bone in my wrist and had a cast up to my shoulder from riding a bike into a PARKED car.
Favorite project
Every NSAC competition is my favorite! I worked on the Adobe, Tinder, and MetaQuest campaigns, and I loved every step of the process.
Gannon mccarty
Senior Vice President
Major
Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I would love to work at an advertising agency with a variety of clients so that every day could be something new.
Fun fact
I have one less tooth than the average person.
Favorite project
I really enjoyed leading the team on the Meta Quest 2 case during 2023 National Advertising Competition.
Jacob boehme
Creative Director
Major
Cinema and Photography
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
Cinematographer
Fun fact
I had a pet raccoon.
Favorite project
The Tinder and MetaQuest campaigns
mikaylan roach
President
Major
Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
My goal is to work at an advertising agency in a big city!
Fun fact
I played tennis for 11 years.
Favorite project
My favorite project has been our Tinder case for the National Advertising competition.
Chloe Schobert
Creative Director
Major
Graphic Design
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
Honestly, I am not 100% sure where I will end up, but as long as I am working with design, I am sure that I will be happy! I love working with advertising (duh), publication design, and sports design!
Fun fact
I have a cat named Catthew (nicknamed Mr. Catt).
Favorite project
Carbondale Halloween! Being able to be at the event, interacting with party-goers, and practicing my photography skills was an amazing opportunity!
Samantha corcoran
Treasurer
Major
Advertising
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I'd like to be a freelance copywriter but I'm just going with the flow.
Fun fact
I still fit into sweatpants I wore in 5th grade.
Favorite project
I love coming up with taglines during our brainstorming sessions. Writing for any project is my favorite!
Ryley Bisaillon
President
Major, Year
Advertising, Senior
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
Ideally, starting my own businesses where my creative mind can thrive and using my diverse advertising background to help them succeed.
Fun fact
I have a third earhole...
Favorite project/account
Pitching the MetaQuest 2 Campaign, Quatro's account management and Carbondale Tourism branding.
Favorite food spot
New Kahala or Thai D or Quatro's, but I also love Chili's.
Ryan Edwards
Sr. Vice President
Major, Year
Advertising, Senior
What I want to be when/if I grow up...
I would love to work within an advertising agency! Hopefully I will be able to move states and manage accounts! I would like to be able to own my own business one day!
Fun fact
I am a barista!
Favorite project
I have loved working with Carbondale's local business owners! My favorite project has been working with Quatro's Deep Pan Pizza.
