About
Hello!
I am an award-winning creative leader with +15 years of in-house experience at McGraw Hill and Bloomberg. I thrive at the intersection of Creative, Marketing, Brand, and Operations. I lead creative teams in fast-paced corporate environments to produce high-volume, head-turning content that generates brand love.
Get in touch: lisahcohen@gmail.com
What sets me apart:
» Inspired Leader. I am a trusted partner who collaborates with leaders across the organization. I lead and motivate creative teams to produce their best work by fostering a design-led environment, providing clear creative direction, and mentoring.
» Humanist. I have a positive outlook that is rooted in humanist values, belief in my team, and the inherent good intentions, worth, and potential of my colleagues and clients.
» Culture Obsessed. Art and culture define our humanity and I'm fascinated by all forms of creative expression. I follow trends across art, design, music, fashion, advertising, television, and film. I'm an active member of the Maplewood Arts Council, and the co-founder of the Maplewood Film Society.
» Exceptional Designer. When needed, I jump into design-mode. My strongest skills are in digital design, video production, and motion graphic design.
» Technology Champion. I apply my strong foundation in design principles to any new technology. I leverage technology to foster creativity and collaboration.
» Process Nerd. I implement best-in-class processes and tools so my team can scale with strength and deliver exemplary, consistent brand experiences.
A few fun facts about me:
I have parachuted out of an airplane and bungee-jumped off a bridge in New Zealand. I am from Detroit. I worked as a volunteer EMT during COVID-19 lockdown. I was a college radio DJ. I have a lot of vinyl records. I can play drums. I was the only woman salesperson at B&H Photo for my first job in NYC. I won a full-ride scholarship to Tisch School of the Arts for my Master’s Degree. I am a world traveler. I don’t sing but I can dance. I love my gym.
Education:
» Master’s degree in Digital Media, New York University, Tisch School of the Arts
» Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Communications, University of Michigan
Awards:
Hermes Award, Education for All Campaign (2023)
Muse Award, Education for All Campaign (2023)
Content Marketing Award, Educatoin for All Campaign (2023)
dotCOMM Award, Education for All Campaign (2023)
D&AD Award, Morgan Stanley Digital Billboard (2016)
Apex Content Award, London City Airport (2015)
Smartie Award, London City Airport (2014)
Bloomberg Customer & Culture Champion (2013, 2014)
Reggie Award, Bloomberg Lobby Display (2012)
Digi Award, Bloomberg Lobby Display (2006)
Audience Award, “Minnie’s Meise,” Detroit Doc Film Festival (2001)
Get in touch: lisahcohen@gmail.com