My name is Charlie. And as you can see, I don’t take myself too seriously. I think that’s a good thing. We’re not curing cancer, but we are trying to make people feel something. A laugh, a smile, a gut punch they didn't see coming. The biggest win of all is when the idea solves the client’s problem and makes them famous. That's the job, and after 20 years, I still think it's a pretty great one.

Now more than ever, I love helping guide the next generation of creative talent. I’m also a guitar player, singer, snowboarder and wannabe carpenter.

Where have I been?

Preston Spire // Creative Director // 2018-current
BBDO // Senior Writer // 2017-2018
Modern Climate //Senior Writer // 2016-2017
Preston Kelly // Copywriter // 2009-2016
Mullen // Copywriter // 2007-2009
Doner // Jr. Copywriter // 2006-2007

Where did I learn?

Brainco — The Minneapolis School of Advertising // 2002-2005
Winona State University // 1999-2001

What did I get?

Clio Award, IAC Award, National Addy Awards, Effie Award, Webby, Radio Mercury Awards (3 times plus a VO) OBIE, Lots of Minneapolis Show Pins, Featured in Print Magazine, Archive, Communication Arts Annual.

Plus the love and trust of clients, PM’s and account teams everywhere.