Neil Brown | Managing Director & Assoc. Creative Director

Neil's unique skill set blends a passion for the creative process with an obsessive demand for flawless execution. With a level of specificity that borders on the insane, Neil never looses site of the big picture, whether high-level brand strategy or the minutia of web development. With a background in print, web, broadcast media and photography, Neil is able to craft effective solutions to virtually any challenge.

Over the last decade Neil has embraced a scattered array of challenges with large corporations including CNN and Muzak, small entrepreneurial endeavors ranging from technology to architectural firms, non-profits both small and large, a widely recognized film festival, many musicians from jazz to punk rock, as well as working as an independent photographer in his "spare" time. All of his practical experience has lead toward a tremendously varied skill set, which is highly valuable for the core client base of Barnum Design.

Currently serving as managing director and associate creative director of Barnum Design, Neil is a driving force of creative leadership pushing our team to its limits. He also maintains order within the regime including our operations, scheduling, resource allocation, vendor relationships, and project management – whatever it takes to get the job done well. If you want it done, call Neil. He'll make it happen!

Jennifer Phillips | Asst. Design Director

Born and raised in NY, Jennifer embraced all the art and culture the city had to offer. She developed a passion for the arts at a young age. In pursuit of this passion, Jennifer attended Kutztown University in Pennsylvania where she majored in Graphic Design & Advertising with a minor in Marketing. Upon graduation she took her refined knowledge and design skills back to NY to begin her job search . It didn't take long for her to find her perfect match : ) She met and interviewed with David Barnum in the fall of 2004, and was hired as (his one and only) graphic designer at Barnum Design. She worked alongside David in their Bronxville office for 2 years before moving with the company to their new location in Irvington, NY where she was instrumental in facilitating the growth and expansion of the business. She has since been promoted to Assistant Design Director.

Jennifer is a creative team player. She is a stickler for details and extremely organized. Along with her strong sense of design, creativity and business acumen, Jennifer also embraces her fun-loving personality and sarcastic humor. Jennifer and her new puppy Tallulah bring a burst of energy to the studio.

Rachel Dlugos | Asst. Design Director

Rachel is the newest member of the Barnum Design team. A graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design, she combines refined visual aesthetics with a fresh and innovative approach to create high-impact communications for our strategically focused clients. With a background in publication design working with one of the largest national fashion magazines, she has an eye for detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure. She spends her free time baking cupcakes (and that's why we keep her around).

Ebitenyefa Baralaye | Web Architect & Developer

Ebi began his study of web languages in high school as a hobby and continued studies at the Rhode Island School of Design as a fine arts major. He couples a sensitivity to aesthetic and form with a command of the technical articulation of design/presentation elements. He now resides in NYC where he pursues his passion as a sculptor along with the expertise of website development.

Carmen Coe | Content Director & Strategic Planning

Keeping us all in tip-top shape and up-to-date, Carmen works as our project manager, writer, tactical marketing planner, research analyst and much more. With previous experience as a communications director and freelance designer, she speaks the language of both client and vendor. She graduated from Middle Tennessee State University and got her start working on Music Row in Nashville, TN. But since moving to NYC in 2003, she has worked as an event planner, communications director for a non-profit, magazine editor, and freelance graphic designer. She and her husband have one son. Hobbies include traveling, movies, photography, cooking and fitness.

Jeff Jackson | Copy Writing / Editing

Jeff is a professional writer who worked as a marketing manager and copywriter in book publishing for over a decade. His subsequent experiences include positions as an editor at BusinessWeek magazine and writer for the Bryant Park and 34th Street Business Improvement Districts. He does marketing and brand consulting for various businesses and has written for numerous publications including MTV Interactive, The Village Voice, Sony Style, and Jazziz.

Stephanie Dempsey | Copy Writing / Editing

Stephanie is a professional writer with over a decade’s experience creating content and marketing strategies in book publishing. She has also served as marketing director for a branding and licensing company. As a freelancer, her articles have been prominently featured on America Online, The Zagat Survey, and The New York Daily News.

Brenda Sigurdson | SEO Diva

Brenda has an extensive background in marketing, public relations and media planning. For the past nine years, her work has focused on web based marketing and Search Engine Optimization. Brenda has provided strategic consulting and tactical support for clients in a variety of markets including tourism, finance, healthcare, utilities, retail, and non-profit. Brenda works on the early phases of content development to help create a naturally SEO friendly website.