Category: Team

Brandon Mendez

As a Video Producer and Photographer, Brandon connects the dots between concept, story, technique, and reality. Brandon delivers innovative results to forward-thinking brands by collaborating directly with Small Giants photo and video teams. Brandon’s more than 15 years of visual media production experience help him and his team create powerful and unique marketing collateral, leveraging effective creative solutions to maximize brand worth.

Brandon earned his B.S. in Visual Communication Design from Arizona State University, graduating magna cum laude. He was the winner of the prestigious Herberger Institute ‘Design Excellence Award’ for his work focused on social impact.

Outside of the office, Brandon spends much of his time on the trails in the Valley atop his mountain bike. He’s an active father, artist, and photographer, and he is constantly searching for new music to supply his at-home DJ sessions.

Photography

Photography

Videography

Videography

Video Editing

Video Editing

Design

Patrick Kuhl

As a User Interface and Experience Web Designer, Patrick takes Small Giants’ client’s goals and aspirations in mind to create beautiful websites that drive high value and wow factor. Through working in a high volume & fast-paced environment, Patrick has had experience will all types of industries bringing this knowledge and experience to every project to ensure the highest quality for all present and future clients.

Patrick brings four years of professional web design experience having previously worked with a major hosting company, Newfold Digital (formerly known as Endurance International) which owns multiple hosting brands such as Bluehost and HostGator. Patrick assists Small Giants’ new and current clients by bringing their vision and business to life with a beautiful new website design optimized for all devices. Exceeding client expectations in every way possible.

Outside of the office, Patrick enjoys computer programming, gaming, concerts & music festivals, and traveling the world (he has already checked off all 50 states and currently working on hitting all major continents).

Website Design & Development

HTML/CSS Coding

Website Project Management

Website Updates

Noah Klaus

Noah brings a mix of hands-on industry experience and marketing knowledge to Small Giants in his position of Digital Marketing Assistant. In his role, some of Noah’s tasks include managing paid digital ads, creating digital platform reports, overseeing data and analytics, and assisting with social media.

Before joining the Small Giants team, Noah served as a Project Manager at a roofing company in his native Colorado where he coordinated and oversaw a variety of trades, managed the company’s Google Business Profile account, and presented to clients. While attending Metro State University in Denver, Noah obtained his undergraduate degree in Marketing.

Outside of work Noah enjoys going on walks, playing soccer, reading books, and traveling any time he can.

Reporting

Social Media Management

Digital Data & Analytics

Digital Ad Management

Lauren Giannini

As Graphic Designer, Lauren primarily provides graphic design support for clients and in-house needs, as well as creative design production on traditional and digital media. She also assists in proposal development, design support, and execution & management of the Small Giants brand.

Before joining the Small Giants team, Lauren was the graphic designer for a visual communications company in Scottsdale, creating visuals for signage and displays of all varieties, including large and small-scale projects for individual clients and corporations alike. She was also the media & marketing manager, producing all graphic design work and photography, for the Intramural Sports program at Grand Canyon University for two years while earning her degree.

Lauren graduated from GCU with a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising & Graphic Design and a minor in Sports Management. In her free time, she loves watching baseball, exercising, baking, and trying new coffee shops.

Typography

Brand Implementation

Logo Design

Ad Campaigns

Kendall Rohrer

As a marketing assistant, Kendall is responsible for social media coverage, assisting in marketing efforts, coordination of marketing services and supporting events. She joins Small Giants after serving as the Director of Volleyball Relations at Grand Canyon University, where she was responsible for organizing team activities, operating social media accounts and organizing events.

She has also worked as a public relations intern at a large national firm, and while in that role she created and launched an early version of the company’s Instagram page, wrote press releases and researched and entered award submittals.

Kendall holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis on Marketing, both degrees coming from Grand Canyon University. As a student at Grand Canyon, Kendall was a member of the NCAA Division I women’s volleyball team. When away from work, Kendall enjoys playing with her dog, going on hikes and coaching club volleyball.

Marketing Strategy

Social Media Management

Marketing Support

Event Coordination

Husef Artigas

Meet Husef, a distinguished web UI/UX designer, at Small Giants, where he manages every facet of the web development journey. where he oversees the entire web development process. From initial planning and analysis to design, development, and delivery, Husef is the creative force behind crafting exceptional digital experiences. With an impressive career spanning 11 years, he infuses each project with a unique artistic flair, tailoring website designs to individual clients for an extraordinary user journey.

Husef’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in computer animation from the Art Institute of Phoenix, complemented by a certificate in teacher education for the arts from Ottawa University of Phoenix. Born in Puerto Rico, he cultivated his artistic talents through self-guided exploration. Husef’s passion lies in freehand drawing and bringing those intricate illustrations to life with vibrant digital paintings, masterfully created using tools like Photoshop. Each artwork enriches his grasp of artistic fundamentals, enhancing his skills as a true virtuoso.

Skilled not only in intricate digital painting but also in graphic design and web development, Husef truly personifies versatility. However, beyond his professional pursuits, he holds a deep appreciation for cherished moments with his beloved family and delights in outdoor BBQ gatherings.

Website Design & Development

Web Design
Prototype

Photo Editing
& Image Manipulation

Website Project Management

Sarah Schild

Sarah is instrumental in content creation, strategy, and execution to reach clients’ overall marketing and business development goals. Additionally, she is responsible for managing the tasks of the digital content team, public relations efforts, media buys, as well as editorial calendar organization. She believes in Small Giants’ core value of “DELIVERY” passionately as it drives her to strive for excellent execution through an efficient process, high-quality standards, and a value-add mindset.

Sarah has been in the commercial real estate industry since 2014, starting as the Editor-in-Chief of Commercial Executive Magazine and holding positions in the real estate development and brokerage realms for international and national firms. Sarah earned her BA in Journalism and Mass Communication from The Walter Cronkite School at Arizona State University and her MBA from Grand Canyon University. She also holds an active real estate license for the state of Arizona.

Sarah’s industry-related fun fact is that she was the buyer representative for the house she and her husband currently reside in. When she’s not working, Sarah enjoys yoga, baking, reading, and hiking with her dog.

Content Creation

Public Relations

Brand Strategy

Client Relations

Mirna Bonillas

Mirna is a proposal and graphics specialist for Small Giants. In this role, Mirna is responsible for proposal management and development, as well as creating proposal graphics and layout.

With nearly two decades of experience working in the AEC industry, she understands the requirements needed to ensure compliance, and in coordinating teams in all stages of the proposal.

Mirna has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Arizona in Graphic Design. She has experience designing and formatting other project marketing needs including collateral material such as ads, brochures, exhibit visuals and PowerPoint presentations.

When she is not working, Mirna enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling to new places and dancing.

Proposals

Proposal Development

Proposal Graphics

Proposal Graphics

Page Layout

Design

Jason De Heus

As a videographer/editor, Jason’s strengths are capturing the story, shooting, and editing video. He takes pride in focusing on the details and making sure clients feel at ease on camera.  He brings a high level of organization and continues to be a student of his craft.

Before Small Giants, Jason served 21 years in the Air Force. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in digital cinematography from Full Sail University. Jason worked for Frostline Productions in Alaska shooting and editing commercial work, feature films, and international client projects.

Jason is an avid runner; his hobbies include hiking, enjoying the outdoors and creating content with his wife on their YouTube Channel.

Cinematic Story Telling

Videography

Videography

Video Editing

Video Editing

Angi Coleman

As the Learning & Development Manager, Angi assists the Small Giants team by providing career development guidance, facilitating the onboarding/training process, and providing professional development to the Small Giants team. Prior to working at Small Giants, Angi was an educator, principal, and certified Seven Habits of Highly Effective People facilitator. She brings her skills in education by training clients and staff on the 7 Habits as well as providing educational support at Arizona State University for both clients and our CEO.

Angi received her undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. She also holds 2 master’s degrees from Arizona State University, one in Curriculum and Instruction and one in Educational Leadership. She currently resides in Mesa with her husband, Patrick, who also works for Small Giants, 2 kids, and 3 cats.

When not in the office, Angi enjoys time with her family, checking out great restaurants, traveling to the beach and assisting her husband in running their small home bakery

Office Management

Travel Coordination

Internal Event Planning

Training & Education

Career Development