dylan
dawson
he / him
SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER
+ DESIGN / CREATIVE OPERATIONS LEAD
San Francisco Bay Area
creatively driven
analytical in execution
Purpose-driven systems thinker who transforms complex ideas into measurable results through meticulous Program and Project Management. Implement strategic end-to-end operational solutions for marketing, design, and creative teams. Specialize in planning and executing print and digital production. Engage, inspire, and galvanize teams around a collective vision, manage up / down, understand challenges, and enhance processes to scale the operating model.
Sometimes speaks in memes, frequently quotes The Office, and once made Betty White giggle.
"Dylan brought operational infrastructure and consistent brand compliance to the UA creative team"
"Dylan's understanding of the creative process (as a creator, himself) for projects, campaigns, marketing initiatives, and content production brings an extraordinary advantage for the team"
"Dylan is a strong and inclusive team leader, in addition to being a thought leader in the creative space."
"Dylan was extremely supportive and empathetic, always looking to improve our op mechs and how they affect our work streams."
Experience
January 2023 - September 2023
July 2022 - December 2022
January 2022 - July 2022
July 2019 - December 2021
July 2018 - July 2019
June 2017 - July 2018
November 2015 - July 2017
2021 - present
2023 - present
May 2005 - November 2015
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Certifications
HR Ethics Series: Hiring & Retaining Diverse Talent
HRCI | Credential ID ORG-PROGRAM-525394
HR Ethics Series: Leadership and Organizational Ethics
HRCI | Credential ID ORG-PROGRAM-525394
Collaborative Leadership
LinkedIn | Credential ID AWtIM80gRhEDKgCJmIYUqrMlutOK
Leveraging AI for Project Management
LinkedIn | Credential
Leading Change Management
AIGA Design | Credential ID 1307375
Demonstrating Accountability as a Leader
LinkedIn | Credential ID AVQIQmWEu71QHd5Hjj7wrQmAxvvj
Managing Gen Z
LinkedIn | Credential ID ATaxdHQ7koQpCNRzXkka9-1EgUGJ
Associations and Advisory
Member Since
2011
Member Since
2017
Member Since
2020
Principal Managing Partner
Creative Operations
2021 - present
Managing Director
Design Programs
2023 - present
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