Alec Bourgeois
Resume
The Bottom Line
I am a senior digital strategist with over 20 years of experience developing and guiding multi-disciplinary teams, processes, and initiatives that deliver creative digital solutions. I am a strong advocate of design thinking, user-centered discovery and strategy, and open-source technology. My structured, human-centered approach to shaping services and processes has enabled my teams to scale to while preserving their core collaborative values.
Director of Account Management at WDG, 2020–Present
- WDG is a digital web agency based out of the Washington, DC area that specalizes in enterprise-level implementations of WordPress and Drupal web experiences for associations, non-profits, higher education, and cultural insitiutions. WDG leads with strategy to build products that serve the goals of our clients while addressing the unique needs of their audiences.
- In January 2024 WDG joined Agital brand as their primary web development division partner. Agital is a private equity backed start up that is bringing together a federation of digital marketing and commmunications divisions with the vision of creating a full-service digital services powerhouse.
Team and Practice Lead 2019–2020
Senior Project Manager 2018–2019
Clients
National Council for Air and Stream Improvement, University of Pennsylvania, National Association of Manufactureres, National League of Cities, The Phillips Collection, Federal Bank of New York, and more.
Senior Project Manager and Team Lead at LMO, 2015–2018
- LMO is an indeopendent full-service communications agency. I was the client-facing representative of our working group and partnered with internal creative and technical leadership to develop the creative strategies that set our clients and projects up for success. I have a wealth of experience in the full life-cycle of complex digital projects and integrated campaigns from discovery, user research and testing, to UX/UI design, technical Implementation, and post launch optimization.
Clients
NVR, Revisionist History (Malcolm Gladwell), Bethesda Softworks, Nutshell (SaaS), GoCanvas (SaaS), Capital Digestive Care, Fishbowl (SaaS), Maple Guild, MOAA, and more.
Senior Project Manager at nclud, 2012–2015
- nclud is a creative digital agency that executes the full life-cycle of digital projects from Discovery, User Research, and Testing, to User Experience and Visual Design, and Technical Implementation. As a Project Manager I am responsible for the delivery of projects on-time, in-scope, and on-budget.
Clients
- NASDAQ, Rosetta Stone, Carnegie Institute of Science, DeWALT, Habitat for Humanity, UN Foundation, UN Foundation Association, and many more...
Digital Producer/Art Director at Dischord Records, 1993–2012
- Digital Producer/Creative Director, 2005–2012
- Designer/Print Project Manager, 1997–2012
- Press & Marketing Manager, 2002–2012
- Sales/Distribution Manager, 1993–2002
Digital Producer
- Fugazi Live Series: Designed and managed all aspects of this major archival off-shoot of the Dischord Records website including: Concept, design (html/CSS), content/database integration, media delivery and multi-media features. Coordinated developers, cloud integration, and server-side delivery. Read press clippings for the Fugazi Live Series: The New York Times, The Washington Post, NPR On Air Feature, NPR Blog Piece, Pitchfork Media, BBC Online, SPIN.com, and Wired Magazine.
- Dischord Records: Managed all phases of design, development, and ongoing enhancements for www.dischord.com including: Custom Rails CMS/e-commerce, digital music delivery system, content strategy and governance, and more. Coordinated designers, content editors, developers, and server-side delivery.
Creative Direction
- Managed client relations, budgets, timelines, and in-house and freelance design resources. Ensured that the aesthetic, identity, UX, and quality standards of the label were adhered to and optimally communicated. Created original designs for print and web and updated pre-digital package designs to meet digital print standards.
Press & Marketing
- Managed press, social media, and advertising campaigns. Oversaw national and local press for new releases, events, and touring artists. Wrote and edited official press releases, website copy, bios, news items, and blog entries.
Other Activities
Circle One Productions, Washington, DC
- Website Designer: www.blackcatdc.com, 2010
- Advertising & Marketing Consultant, 1992–Present
- Live Venue Manager (Black Cat), 1993–1997
Musician / Band Manager / Booking Agent
Education
Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY, 1986–1989
- Bachelor of Fine Arts, Dana Scholar
- Internship with Artist Robert Longo, NYC (1988–1989)
University of Maryland, College Park, MD (1984–1986)
Passion
- Art and music, and the communities they create
References
- Professional references are available upon request.
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