David Gilbertson

About David Gilbertson

Where grit meets story.I’m a Creative Leader with two decades of experience shaping brand, design, and content strategy for global organizations. My work bridges vision and execution — building creative systems, teams, and stories that connect with people and strengthen brands.Over the years, I’ve shaped creative for brands including Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel, CheapCaribbean.com, Marriott, Lockton Companies, MMGY Global, and Tourism Australia.My leadership is a balance of strategy, empathy, and craftsmanship. I lead by listening — helping creative professionals find their rhythm and deliver their best work in fast-paced, high-expectation environments. My teams describe my approach as visionary but grounded: clear direction without ego, collaboration without chaos, and standards that inspire excellence rather than extract it.At heart, I believe creativity is both art and labor — an act of care, curiosity, and persistence. I’m passionate about guiding creative organizations through transformation, where storytelling, human-centered design, and operational clarity meet to create meaningful impact.

Experience

1. Creative Manager

   Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.

   Oct 2025 — Present

Education

• Iowa State University

  BFA, Graphic Design

  2001 — 2005

Skills

• Logo Design
• Advertising
• Art
• Video Production
• Pastoral Counseling
• Typography
• Mentoring
• Multimedia
• Babies
• Creative Direction
• Layout
• Art Direction
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Web Design
• Coaching
• Conflict Resolution
• User Experience
• Email Marketing
• Video
• Graphic Design
• Interactive Advertising
• Adobe Acrobat