Daniel Flahiff

About Daniel Flahiff

End-to-end content and media development is my jam: from strategy and ideation, to design and production and finally, analysis. I design creative that people love to watch and share. I enjoy anticipating people’s needs and delivering creative that surprises and delights. I’m also an emerging tech and AI nerd–DALL‑E at the brainstorming session? Yes, please! I’m a hands-on creator who loves leading teams with exciting and diverse perspectives. Delivering world-class creative on time and on budget is my superpower. I am currently Deputy Director at Samena Swim & Recreation Club where I lead marketing, membership, and a few other things. Prior to Samena, I developed and directed promos for Disney, Mattel, and Hasbro; created special effects and title designs for Universal, Touchstone, and MGM; and built mobile apps and led UX/UI design on projects and campaigns for ESPN, Jeep, and Audi. I was also a co-founder at East Lemon, a mobile development company serving nonprofits. I earned my BBA from Pacific Lutheran University, MFA from Art Center College of Design, and post-graduate work at the UCLA Writer’s Studio. I am also an avid endurance athlete and Ironman. When I’m not working, creating, or spending time with my family, you can find me swimming, biking, or running single-track in the Cascade Mountains.

Experience

1. Deputy Director

   Samena Swim & Recreation Club

   Nov 2021 — Present · Bellevue, WA, US

   Develop and advance high-impact organizational strategies for a club. I lead a cross-functional team of 25+ and drive the creation and implementation of growth strategies aimed at member acquisition and retention through 360° marketing, content, media, and communication strategies.

Education

• ArtCenter College of Design

  MFA

• School of Visual Concepts

  Fine and Studio Arts

• Pacific Lutheran University

  BBA

• University of California, Los Angeles

  Writer's Studio