Brand builder. Strategic thinker. Creative maker.

Interior of a living room with vintage and boho decor, including a blue sofa, patterned pillows, a man holding a cup near an open door, and hanging geometric pendant lights.

Changed perceptions of the world’s leading performance fabric with the perfect blend of Design + Performance.

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A woman and a man are on a bed, with the woman leaning over the man, both smiling, in a bedroom with a large window and beige shades, during daytime.

Reenergized a legacy brand to help make them the leading home center window covering label on the market.

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A collage of interior and lifestyle images including a person washing dishes in the kitchen, a woman smiling in a kitchen, a bedroom with a bed and mirror, decorative tiles, a woman pouring wine, a hand washing dishes, a magazine and glasses on a bed, jewelry and a ceramic vase with beads, patterned tiles, lush green plant leaves, and a person pouring a drink.

Created a unique photo articulation guide for America’s leading faucet brand to better connect with modern millennial females.

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Collage of travel photographs featuring beaches, colorful streets, colonial architecture, a lighthouse, a pier, and lush greenery.

Launched a new ship in a gigantic sea of sameness while staying true to the brand’s “come as you are” state of mind.

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Testimonials

  • A man with sunglasses, a beard, and short hair, smiling outdoors against a cloudy sky, wearing a gray t-shirt.

    “Vivian's creative vision and ability to translate ideas into impactful campaigns are truly remarkable. She has an innate talent for understanding the nuances of our industry and crafting strategies that resonate with our target audiences. Her innovative approach to creative direction always pushed boundaries and led to the development of groundbreaking campaigns. As my colleague and later as a client, I observed Vivian's unwavering commitment to excellence and her remarkable leadership skills. She not only inspired her team to deliver their best work but also fostered a collaborative and inclusive environment where ideas could flourish.”

    Chris Williams
    Video Producer

  • Woman sitting at a table outdoors, laughing, wearing sunglasses, black top with 'LOVE' on it, with a glass of drink and a smartphone on the table.

    “Vivian Mize is a force of nature. A true creative’s creative director, Vivian has the talent, confidence, and sense of humor that makes you REALLY hope she likes your stuff. But if you miss, she has the compassion and guidance to get the work where it needs to be. From brilliant insights that send creatives scrambling back to their desks full of inspiration to bold and passionate concepts that have clients smiling from ear to ear, Vivian is THE creative director you want heading up your team.”

    Sarah Ferguson
    Copywriter and Content Creator

  • Black and white portrait of a woman with shoulder-length hair, smiling, with a patterned background.

    “Vivian has an innate ability to translate complex concepts into visually stunning and compelling creative solutions. Her eye for design, coupled with a deep understanding of her client’s ask and brand, resulted, in a beautiful, finished product. She is versatile and able to pivot and adapt to last-minute changes. One of Vivian’s standout qualities is her collaborative approach. She fosters a positive and inclusive working environment, encouraging others to share ideas freely. In addition, her collaborative spirit enhances creativity and contributes to a cohesive vendor/client dynamic reflected in the final deliverables.”

    Adrienne Johnson
    Client

  • A person with wavy hair wearing a dark top, backlit, with sunlight creating a glow around them.

    "Vivian stands out as one of the most passionate, insightful creative directors I've come across in this business. Her great talent as an art director combined with a sharp strategic sense is an exceptional combination rarely found in this business. This strategic thinking combined with her creativity and care for her team makes her a rare and remarkable leader. Additionally, she is a logistical and managerial magician. She can translate her rich, full vision into an execution outlined in fine detail. She's able to guide a creative team to her vision, extract the best creative ideas from the team to integrate into the plan, and execute, all while cultivating the strategic and creative thinking of her subordinates."

    Laurie Frankel
    Photographer

  • A woman with dark brown hair, wearing a blue shirt and black pants, sitting cross-legged on a bed with orange sheets surrounded by colorful pillows in a bedroom with a blue wall and wooden headboard.

    “Vivian is hands-down the best boss I've ever had. She's a leader and visionary who delivers an abundance of creativity and strategic thinking. She's a team player who's never afraid to get in the weeds with you to ensure top-performing work and happy clients. She's a powerhouse of a person and I was blessed to work for her.”

    Dana Dekis
    Copywriter

  • A smiling man with short dark hair and a beard, wearing a light-colored button-up shirt, in an indoor setting with blurred people in the background.

    "Her extensive experience and ability to lead and collaborate with teams to launch amazing national campaigns seen on TV, social channels and print are more than impressive. Her business acumen along with her strategic abilities and work ethic is a formula for success. I highly recommend Vivian and strongly believe that any organization would be fortunate to have her lead their creative initiatives and would greatly benefit from having her on their team."

    William Treadwell
    Client

  • A woman with long brown hair smiling, resting her arms on a table in an indoor setting.

    "Paired seamlessly with a profound understanding of strategy, Vivian elevates every project to extraordinary heights. Her visionary approach not only captivates but strategically aligns with overarching goals, making her an invaluable asset to any organization. Vivian not only translates a strategy to an intelligent experience for the end user, but she can translate and delegate teams to execute flawlessly. As a leader, she doesn’t settle for good enough and motivates teams to do their best work."

    Jennifer Voorhees
    Account Executive

  • A smiling man with short brown hair and wearing a dark suit and white shirt.

    "Vivian is an extremely talented, passionate Creative Director who consistently goes above and beyond to provide the best possible solution for her teammates and clients. What sets her apart is her high-caliber strategic acumen and ability to translate brand insights to engaging, actionable creative that fuels strong-performing campaigns. From TV/streaming video campaigns all the way through to collateral and POS materials, Vivian sees the big pictures, collaborates with her media and content partners and delivers fully integrated creative assets that support every aspect of her target audiences' purchase journey."

    Chris Workman
    Client Business Director

  • Woman with blonde hair wearing a striped top and turquoise necklace, smiling at the camera.

    "Vivian is an extraordinary leader, creative thinker, problem solver, communicator, visionary, mentor and the list could go on. I was lucky to work with her for over 8 years and in that time she gave me the best direction and guidance from high-level concepts all the way down to the kerning between two letters. I could never thank her enough for everything that she taught me all the while giving me the confidence and energetic boosts that pushed my work to be better. I know so many more feel the same way from our team!"

    Amy Scaggs
    Senior Designer

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