Collin Samples
About Collin Samples
Collin Samples serves as the Senior Director of Brand and Marketing at Minted, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in marketing and creative roles at notable companies including Nike and HERENOW Creative.
Current Role at Minted
Collin Samples serves as the Senior Director of Brand and Marketing at Minted, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing brand strategy and marketing initiatives. His expertise in both physical design and experiential marketing contributes to the development of innovative campaigns that resonate with customers. Collin's focus on leading large-scale change initiatives is integral to Minted's growth and brand evolution.
Previous Experience at Minted
Before his current role, Collin worked at Minted as the Chief of Staff for Marketing in 2022 for a duration of five months. In this capacity, he supported marketing operations and strategic initiatives, enhancing the overall effectiveness of the marketing team. His brief tenure provided him with insights into the company's brand dynamics and marketing strategies.
Career at Nike
Collin Samples has extensive experience at Nike, where he held multiple positions from 2018 to 2022. He worked as a Creative Producer for Retail Concepts and later as a Creative Producer in Brand Experience for three months in 2019. He also served as Operations Manager for Editorial and Studio Manager for Global Brand Creative (Editorial). His roles involved managing creative processes and contributing to brand storytelling across various platforms.
Educational Background
Collin Samples studied at the University of Oregon Lundquist College of Business from 2012 to 2015, earning a degree in Marketing. He also attended W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University for one year from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, he studied marketing in Vienna for 11 months in 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in brand and marketing.
Background in Creative Production
Collin has a comprehensive background in content creation and digital marketing, with experience as a Producer at HERENOW Creative from 2016 to 2017. He also worked as a Project Manager at the same company from 2017 to 2018. His roles involved overseeing projects and ensuring the successful execution of creative concepts, which has contributed to his expertise in transforming big-idea visions into sustainable and scalable realities.