Rooted in meaning and designed to leave a lasting impression

Creative Direction & Experience Design

Creative Direction & Experience Design

Building brand experiences across digital, physical, and emerging platforms

Stories That Stay With You

Select Projects

Crafting experiences and projects that tell compelling stories

Maybelline

Maybelline needed a stronger visual approach to showcasing its lipstick range on social. We created a series of product-focused videos centered around texture, shade, and application, using close-up, detail-driven shots to bring the product to life. The goal was to keep the content clear while elevating the overall look and feel. The result was a set of visually refined assets designed for social.

Maybelline

Maybelline needed a stronger visual approach to showcasing its lipstick range on social. We created a series of product-focused videos centered around texture, shade, and application, using close-up, detail-driven shots to bring the product to life. The goal was to keep the content clear while elevating the overall look and feel. The result was a set of visually refined assets designed for social.

YSL Beauty: Gamified Experience

YSL Beauty wanted a gamified virtual experience to immerse users in its fragrance universe. We created a branded world that elevated storytelling and scent discovery. The goal was to deepen brand perception among Gen Z through play. Our approach increased time spent and brand affinity. The result was a bold blend of beauty and interactivity.

YSL Beauty: Gamified Experience

YSL Beauty wanted a gamified virtual experience to immerse users in its fragrance universe. We created a branded world that elevated storytelling and scent discovery. The goal was to deepen brand perception among Gen Z through play. Our approach increased time spent and brand affinity. The result was a bold blend of beauty and interactivity.

RIMOWA Apple Vision Pro: Craftsmanship

To bring RIMOWA’s ethos into spatial computing, we led an immersive concept for Vision Pro. I concepted the creative, visual narrative, and user interaction strategy. The experience fused digital product exploration with elegant storytelling. Spatial design became a tool for emotional connection and brand luxury. Craftsmanship and clarity guided every design decision.

RIMOWA Apple Vision Pro: Craftsmanship

To bring RIMOWA’s ethos into spatial computing, we led an immersive concept for Vision Pro. I concepted the creative, visual narrative, and user interaction strategy. The experience fused digital product exploration with elegant storytelling. Spatial design became a tool for emotional connection and brand luxury. Craftsmanship and clarity guided every design decision.

Headway: Make Way for Yourself (IRL Installation)

This immersive IRL campaign activation brings Headway’s brand to life physically. Visitors move through a reactive space of affirmations, sound, and light. Projection mapping and mirrors transform the environment into a self-worth ritual. Every element reinforces the “Make Way for Yourself” narrative. The result is a story-led installation designed for emotional impact.

Headway: Make Way for Yourself (IRL Installation)

This immersive IRL campaign activation brings Headway’s brand to life physically. Visitors move through a reactive space of affirmations, sound, and light. Projection mapping and mirrors transform the environment into a self-worth ritual. Every element reinforces the “Make Way for Yourself” narrative. The result is a story-led installation designed for emotional impact.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Apple Vision Pro

e.l.f. set out to redefine beauty discovery in an Apple Vision Pro world. We built an immersive brand experience merging play and product education. Hero products were showcased using tactile, personality-driven interactions. This spatial concept pushed the limits of digital storytelling. It positioned e.l.f. as a category leader in innovation and access.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Apple Vision Pro

e.l.f. set out to redefine beauty discovery in an Apple Vision Pro world. We built an immersive brand experience merging play and product education. Hero products were showcased using tactile, personality-driven interactions. This spatial concept pushed the limits of digital storytelling. It positioned e.l.f. as a category leader in innovation and access.

amikaverse Roblox

To reach Gen Alpha, Amika needed more than visibility, they needed engagement. We launched Amikaverse, a Roblox multiplayer world built around self-expression. Gameplay centered on creativity, sustainability, and avatar care. The experience encouraged repeat play and authentic brand connection. It became a new way for Amika to meet the next generation.

amikaverse Roblox

To reach Gen Alpha, Amika needed more than visibility, they needed engagement. We launched Amikaverse, a Roblox multiplayer world built around self-expression. Gameplay centered on creativity, sustainability, and avatar care. The experience encouraged repeat play and authentic brand connection. It became a new way for Amika to meet the next generation.

Brands I've Worked With

Creative Strategy

Creative Strategy

People Manager

People Manager

Visual Design

Visual Design

User Interface Design

User Interface Design

Product Design

Product Design

User Experience Design

User Experience Design

Creative Technology & AI

Creative Technology & AI

Creative Technology & AI

Program Management

Program Management

Product Strategy

Product Strategy

What I bring to the table

Storyteller with 10+ years building immersive, interactive, and branded experiences across XR, web, mobile, IRL, and real-time platforms

Storyteller with 10+ years building immersive, interactive, and branded experiences across XR, web, mobile, IRL, and real-time platforms

Behind the scenes

Hi there! I am Melissa and I am passionate about telling compelling stories that leave a lasting impression.

My background bridges creative direction, storytelling, and emerging technologies - from campaigns and visual design to prototyping with AI and interactive platforms.

I thrive at the intersection of creativity and technology, where new ideas come to life and where they resonate.

When I'm not creating, you'll find me reading a good book or training for the NYC Marathon!


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