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Melissa [muh–lis–uh]/ məˈlɪs É™ / – Creative and results-driven Marketing/Creative Director with 30+ years of experience leading brand strategy, creative direction, and integrated B2B and B2C marketing initiatives. Proven ability to translate business objectives into compelling creative solutions that drive brand growth, demand generation, and revenue.

As I have vast experience across the graphics and marketing field, I have created three different resumes that highlight that particular skill set. 

Click here to read about my journey or feel free to download any (or all) resumes!

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Branding has always been at the heart of my career. I've guided the creation and transformation of brand identities across various products, campaigns, and licensed properties, maintaining consistency while highlighting each brand's unique personality. My branding approach merges strategy, storytelling, and design, collaborating with both internal teams and external partners to produce cohesive and memorable work that stands the test of time. To discover more, click here.

Disney requested that I create a puzzle for Mickey's 90th Anniversary.  They were very pleased with it and have added it to their archives!

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Auto Remarketing Magazine - Woman in Remarketing award winner class of 2024! I joined 30 of the nation's top women in this honor!

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Ruth Atherton, PhD, JD - Deputy General Counsel at Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation ★ Board Director ★ Board Advisor 

Melissa is a creative designer who is able to capture the true essence of a design project. She is easy to work with and able to take leadership of a project from inception to completion. 

A selection of work spanning my career. I’ve partnered

with global licensing leaders in both hands-on and

creative leadership roles—developing artwork, directing

agencies, and shaping brand-driven concepts. This work has helped establish

a reputation for strategic thinking, strong branding, and high-impact creative.  (Due to

copyright infringement and trademark issues, much of my work cannot be posted. The following are exceptions) 

Click below to see examples of work for each license.

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(c) 2026 Melissa Dragonas.  All Rights Reserved.

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