Alex Gracey
About Alex Gracey
Alex Gracey serves as the Director of Content and Operations at Dollar Shave Club, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in project management and creative production, with previous roles at companies such as Gander Inc. and Hyperakt.
Current Role at Dollar Shave Club
Alex Gracey serves as the Director of Content and Operations at Dollar Shave Club, a position held since 2022 in Los Angeles, California. In this role, Gracey manages a 12-member in-house creative team, alongside freelancers and contract workers. Responsibilities include acting as the primary creative liaison for internal projects with the executive board and external agencies. Gracey focuses on strategic development and content optimization to enhance the company's brand narrative and consumer experience.
Previous Experience at Dollar Shave Club
Before becoming the Director of Content and Operations, Alex Gracey worked at Dollar Shave Club as a Senior Project Manager, Creative from 2021 to 2022. During this year-long tenure, Gracey contributed to various projects that aimed to enhance the company's creative output and operational efficiency.
Professional Background in Project Management
Alex Gracey has extensive experience in project management across several organizations. Gracey worked at Gander Inc. as a Project Manager from 2018 to 2020 and as a Senior Project Manager from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, Gracey held the position of Producer at Hyperakt from 2015 to 2017 and at On Air Fest from 2017 to 2019. This diverse background in project management has equipped Gracey with skills in team leadership and strategic planning.
Education and Academic Background
Alex Gracey studied at the Maryland Institute College of Art, where a Bachelor’s Degree in Illustration was achieved from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, Gracey attended Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, further enhancing academic credentials. This educational background supports Gracey's expertise in creative and operational roles.
Awards and Recognitions
Throughout the career, Alex Gracey has received several awards for outstanding work in packaging design. Notably, Gracey won the Dieline Award for First Place in Fresh Foods Packaging for Gotham Greens in 2020. Other recognitions include the Dieline Award for Second Place in Dairy Alternative Products for Coconut Bliss in 2022 and First Place in Confectionary, Desserts, and Snacks Packaging for Gigantic in 2021. These achievements reflect a commitment to excellence in design and consumer engagement.