Hey there, my name is Noah. I was born and raised in the good ole state of South Dakota.

If you need me for jury duty you can most likely find me at Black Hills State University currently pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography with a Minor in Graphic Design. (please, I want to be a juror just once)

I’ve had the chance to immerse myself in the advertising world through the American Advertising Federation, traveling to New York for the Student Advertising Career Conference. There, I met the creatives behind iconic campaigns, like the Doritos Super Bowl commercials. Closer to home, I’ve gained valuable hands-on experience as a marketing assistant with the BHSU Office of Marketing & Communications. Whether appearing in university ad campaigns, managing design projects, or coordinating photoshoots, I’ve sharpened my creative and strategic thinking skills. (And yes, the rumors are true—I even suit up as our mascot, Sting, when duty calls.)

In addition, as editor-in-chief of Ponder Magazine, I’ve led a team to produce award-winning content, including a nationally recognized issue last spring when I served as a graphic designer. This role has taught me how to collaborate with diverse teams, manage creative projects, and bring stories to life.

2025

Best Magazine - National Award | Best Magazine 1st Place | Ponder Issue 2 | College Media Association | 2025 Apple Awards | New York City

Best Feature Photography - National Award | Best Feature Photography 2nd Place | Ponder Issue 2 | College Media Association | 2025 Apple Awards | New York City

Best of Show | Ponder Issue 2 | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

Gold Addy Award | Ponder Issue 2 | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

Gold Addy Award | Ponder Issue 1 | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

Gold Addy Award | BHSU Parcel System Design | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

Gold Addy Award | Ponder Invite | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

6x Silver Addy Award | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

2024

Kind of Meant to Be | Fresh Produce AD Campaign | Black Hills State University

Presidential Outstanding Student Employee Award | Office of the President | Black Hills State University

Design Runner-Up | PONDER Design Team | AEJMC National Student Magazine Competition

Student Scholarship | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

Best of Show | Sioux City Wolves Campaign | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

Gold Addy Award | Sioux City Wolves Logo | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

Gold Addy Award | Sioux City Wolves Campaign | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

Silver Addy Award | Drop Dead! | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

Silver Addy Award | Magazine Advertising | American Advertising Federation | Black Hills, SD

2023

LG Campus Clash Champion | The Rivalries | LG USA