Manifest is a global content marketing agency specializing in storytelling across digital, print, and multimedia platforms. They partner with clients across industries to craft content strategies that strengthen brand presence and audience engagement.
While most of my work at Manifest focused on supporting the CDW account, I also had the chance to contribute to other projects and new business efforts. This included brainstorming ideas for RFPs, collaborating with teams across the U.S. on content direction, and creating illustrations for promotional materials tied to client engagement. These opportunities gave me a broader view of the agency’s creative process and allowed me to flex across disciplines beyond my core role.
Illustration
One standout moment during my time at Manifest was being selected as part of a small group of designers from across the U.S. to take part in a special illustration initiative. We were each asked to create three to four unique postcards celebrating a series of preselected national events happening that year. The postcards were printed and mailed to prospective clients as a creative way to highlight timely marketing opportunities and keep the agency top of mind.
Idea Pitches
Some of my most enjoyable moments at Manifest came from participating in pitch ideation and brainstorming sessions. Prospective clients often brought us specific creative challenges, and we had the freedom to explore fresh, strategic solutions that showcased both our creativity and problem-solving skills.
In one memorable instance, Meta was exploring the idea of a website focused on movies and fandom. My concept centered on using illustration and data visualization to tell a story about where that fascination begins—creating an immersive experience that blended emotion with insight.
