Nicole Hector (Jeske)
About Nicole Hector (Jeske)
Nicole Hector (Jeske) is a Senior Art Director with a background in advertising and design. She has held various positions in the creative industry, including roles at Young & Rubicam and Jacober Creative, and currently works at PeopleGrove.
Current Role at PeopleGrove
Nicole Hector currently serves as a Senior Art Director at PeopleGrove, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing creative projects and leading design initiatives that align with the company's vision. Her experience in art direction allows her to contribute effectively to the development of visual content and branding strategies.
Previous Experience in Graphic Design
Prior to her current role, Nicole worked as a Graphic Designer at Jacober Creative from 2018 to 2021. In this position, she developed visual concepts and executed design projects for various clients. She also held a similar role at NM+U Marketing Communications from 2016 to 2018, where she contributed to marketing materials and branding efforts.
Internship Experience
Nicole gained valuable experience through internships early in her career. She worked as an Art Director Intern at Young & Rubicam for two months in 2013, where she assisted in creative projects. Additionally, she completed a Tour Marketing Internship at Triple 8 Management in 2013, focusing on marketing strategies for music tours.
Educational Background
Nicole studied at The University of Texas at Austin, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Advertising from 2010 to 2014. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in advertising principles and creative design. She also studied Spanish Language and Literature at IES Barcelona in 2012, enhancing her language skills and cultural understanding.
Early Career and Design Roles
Nicole's early career included various design roles, such as working as a Designer at StudioGood from 2015 to 2016 and as a Creative Art Director at TAGlines from 2011 to 2012. She also served as a Marketing/Designer at the Center for Child Protection from 2014 to 2015, where she focused on creating marketing materials for the organization.