Tuesday, December 6, 2011

It's happening

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Got my first pair of mission shoes today.

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Friday, July 1, 2011

job hustle

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

dreams

I’ve worked hard. I want to be here, in this industry No one can take
that away from me. No one can influence me differently. Communicating
with the world for causes that I truly believe in is what I love in my
life. Sometimes I question if I’m doing what is right. I struggle with
the fact the that if the world was to collapse the only viable skill I
would have is to write. I’m not going to save lives or teach children
how to read. I will write. I have been given a gift and I will use it.
I have the responsibility to do good with the mind that I’ve been
given. I can effect what is inside the box for good. I can change
cultures and beliefs with my words. I’ve squeezed every last bit of
knowledge out my experiences. The past years at school have taught me
more than any other event in my life. It has left me soul searching
for the true me. I’ve been put me in situations that I never thought
that I would have to deal with. It has made me aware of the
imperfections in the world. It has proven to me that I’m stronger than
all of that. I can accomplish my dreams. Sometimes dreams are unknown.
Sometimes dreams change. But the only way to get them is to work hard
and make the most of what opportunities put in front of me. And
advertising world, I hope I’ve worked hard enough to have the opportunity to
learn from you.

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Monday, June 27, 2011

fruit day

Tomorrow is fruit day at work. So what did the interns do? Schedule a meeting in the cafeteria so we get first dibs. Brillant. 

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Saturday, June 25, 2011

glitter

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Secret weapon for singles ward tomorrow courtesy of Sally Hansen Salon Effects

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Wednesday, June 22, 2011

disapproval

As I was walking out the door to work, my dear sweat Grandma told me that I looked beautiful. Followed by this "Do yourself a favor and go to Nordstroms and get yourself a good pair of shoes." 

Apparently the older generation hasn't picked up on the beauty of Tom's yet. 

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Sunday, June 19, 2011

Happy Father's Day

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My Dad will always be young at heart.

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Thursday, June 16, 2011

impluse buy

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A rugby shirt with a tribute to my middle name. How could I say no?

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Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Categories

Men in advertising are either tall and super skinny. Or dress like lumberjacks. 

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Sunday, June 12, 2011

broken

I broke a wine glass at work the other day. Along with the glass, my ego is shattered. 

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Saturday, June 11, 2011

go ahead and judge

But I'm inspired by Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber.


Brilliant.

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Tuesday, June 7, 2011

new job

I have a new job. 
Tuesday is fruit day
Wedensday is bagel day
Thursday is Beer Bash (rumor has it that Diet Coke will also be served)
Friday is Veggie Day.

I like it there. 

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Saturday, June 4, 2011

news flash

I navigated the streets of Chicago in heels with no problems. Take that subway grates. And if you are a homeless guy, complement me on my outfit and I will most likely give you money. 

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Wednesday, June 1, 2011

pants

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My Dad made my little brothers stand in front of me in this picture because I was wearing leggings as pants. Dad refuses to see the value in spandex. In my defense, I hadn't done laundry in a long while.

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brilliance

"I think "Innovator" is your finest work, done in your finest hour.
Just spectacular really." Sent at 10:17 PM on a Tuesday from Ryan, ACD.

Thank you Ryan. I think we should pack our bags for Canne.

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Tuesday, May 31, 2011

curtain of coral

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Brielle and I wore the same skirt to work today. Normal it wouldn't be problem, but we are going on a field trip to Leo Burnett. Brielle made me go home and change. 

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paper

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I found paper heaven on state street yesterday at blick

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Monday, May 30, 2011

today

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I hung out with Jelly Fish. 

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kirkland sunday

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I spent the weekend in the Ohio. It was wonderful. 35 of us in one house. And I wouldn't have it any other way. It involved an awful dance, followed by a better dance, hot tubbing, a bonfire, way too much food. And the sites. And lots of Church history. And cute senior missionaries.

Picture courtesy of Taylor

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Wednesday, May 25, 2011

afternoon pick up

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some people go for coffee. I'm more of a Joe-Joe's and Diet Coke kind of girl. 

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#murdermemonday

I spent 14 hours at work on monday. But the thing about it was that it
didn't feel that long. And they feed me a snickers bar and pad thai. I
was okay with that. I guess I picked the right profession. so it's
more like #ilikemyjob

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Monday, May 23, 2011

chicago sunday (redo)

Conquered the heals. The boy is still up in the air. And my sisters came. We had dinner on the rooftop, walked a lot and went exploring. 

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Saturday, May 21, 2011

I kissed the sky

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Everyday I fall a little more in love with Chicago.

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Friday, May 20, 2011

an awfully big adventure

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I saw Peter Pan last night. Sheer magic. Just for the record. I do believe in fairies. I do. The last line of the play is "To live would be an awfully big adventure." And Peter was right. To live has been an awfully big adventure. From the big and the small. Every day is full of learning, danger, heartache, fun and beauty. What more could an adventure ask for? Just looking at the last year, life has thrown at me a lot. A car accident. Chicago. A crazy school schedule. Work. NYC. Friendships. Big decisions and small choices. But I knew what I was getting myself in for. So here is to adventure. 

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Thursday, May 19, 2011

jump

Never waited at the edge of the cliff, with your toes hanging over, contemplating the choice. You charged full speed ahead into the water. While other kids hesitated, you acted.That same spirit never left. You shape your surroundings. Acting with command and assurance you always had the courage to step forward into progress.

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candy room

I sit close to the war room at work. It’s great. I have my own spacious cubical and if the Creative Directors keep their doors open, I can see windows. I sit close to the war room at work. The war room is stocked with candy and Diet Coke. I’ve grown very fond of Kit-Kats lately.

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Monday, May 16, 2011

tea

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is not the same with out my lovely ladies. At least I have them immortalized on my cup. Miss you SnuggieS210.

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chicago sunday

Shiny, blue paten heels. That was my weapon of choice on Sunday to get the attention of a certain young man. I could of chosen the black dress or red lipstick. But I was determined that the heels were it. Never mind the fact it was raining and I have to walk a good distance to Church. It didn’t matter. I was going to come off conquer. Of the heels and the boy. All was good for the first two blocks. Then the manhole cover got the better of me. I ended up with a scrapped up knee and a bruised ego.  Both missions failed. Next time I'll stick to nude flats.

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work

I love my job. I wear jeans to work and get free diet coke. 

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Thursday, May 12, 2011

airport thoughts

1. It's been a whirlwind two day
2. The color of your umbrella says a lot your personality
3. I have the best professors
4. It feels oddly familiar to meet up with advertising friends in NYC
5. I'm grateful for the ability to sleep anywhere.6. The best after parties don't involve alcohol. It's happens at Shake Shack.7. Clearly I don't drink alcohol because I don't even know how to spell it.8. Not everyone played GirlTalk growing up.9. Chicago is more my type. Sorry NYC.10. MTA elevators are really slow and smell funny.11. Traveling light is the way to go.

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Thursday, May 5, 2011

My life

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

so great

love this

Monday, May 2, 2011

dinner date

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Notice the classy selection of food

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Sunday, May 1, 2011

hipsters

Today Mattias told me that he learned about Hipsters in Jesus' time at Church. He ment to say hypocrites. 

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Saturday, April 30, 2011

up close and personal

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with a Jackson Pollock. I love my life. 

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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Chicago

I've been here less then 72 hours and I've already fallen in love with the city. I'm living right in the heart. 20 minute walk from work. The branch is awesome. I love my roommates, even Lucy the cat. DraftFCB and the team of people I'll be work with have embraced me. It's really cool to see what I've learned in the classroom come to live. I'm working on Sharpie and Nestle. Both really fun brands.

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JCPosse

I wrote this email right before I left Denver to come to Chicago. We didn't win. But it was honestly my favorite thing ever. I got to meet some amazing people and create something beautiful. Every word that started with a "P" we put a JC in front of it. JCParty. JCPresentation. JCPretty. JCPosse. JCPainful. 

"I'm sitting at the airport, about to board a plane to Chicago for a new adventure. I can't help but go over this past semester. JCPenney has honestly been one of my favorite advertising project. Thank you for pushing us to create something that awesome and that we believe in. It's been really fun to foster the young talent in the program and to see how our team has come together and really bonded in ways that wouldn't have been possible without JCP. No matter what the outcome of tonight is, I just want to say thank your for giving me the opportunity to create something that I truly believe in."

The actual trip to Denver was a roller coster of emotions. A nine hour car trip. Locked in a hotel room for two days straight memorizing and prefect. Bonding, giggling, the nerves of presenting. The whole trip was a reminder of how lucky I'm to be surrounded by good people. People whom I love, and love me back. Professors and students alike. We were united. When one person got down, we were able to come together. Rely on the Lord to help us when we feel short. 

I cried when I left. I will miss the JCPosse. Look out. They are going to do good things. 

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Wednesday, April 20, 2011

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This is what we do in the AdLab after hours. Create fake agencies. Presenting PPLB. They are always on point and really like rolling chairs. Engineers--What do you guys do after five in the Cylde? 

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This is for you, Provo.

Thank you for always making me smile. Despite the times when I hate you, you've been good to me. Dance parties in S210, swings at Kiwanis Park, late nights in the AdLab. I've loved every minute of it. Even when it's been hard. Here, I've become the true me. A writer, a dreamer, a hard worker. My sense of creativity, being and self have been challenged. But I've come out stronger. Provo, I'll see you again. Just not sure when that will be.

LJ

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Monday, April 18, 2011

praise

My little brotha is on a mission in Argentina. I got this pat on the back from him today "congratulations to lauren on her advertising thingy." Caj, you sure are growing up. 

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Music Monday.

Saturday, April 16, 2011

Shake it, shake, shake it, shake it (OHH OH)

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Dad gave these to me freshman year, after Mom banned them from the house. I love them and use them all year long. 

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Awards

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Here is the list of every award I've ever one. (I think)

Future Superstar
Fifteen Minute Mommy
Editor of the Year
8th Place State Synchronized Swimming Duet
Best Looking Pie
A Pencil
Judge's Choice
MVP JV Water Polo
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and tonight I was dubbed most likely to end up training elephants at AdLab prom. I couldn't me more proud of my free spirit. 

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Friday, April 15, 2011

Prom

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Get excited. Tonight's AdLab prom and I just made a ton of shine stars. This is going to be awesome. 

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Tuesday, April 12, 2011

One Show Pencil

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Validation today came in the form of an email from One Show. Tiffany Edwards at 12:37 PM wrote "I am very excited to announce that you are one of the select few who will be winning a Pencil this year!" A year of emotions, blood, sweat and tears all of the sudden didn't matter. I'm going to start my first day of work with a bright, new shinny One Show Pencil in my cubicle. Tune back in on May 11th to find out what color. 

Check out the campaign.
Art Director//Janssen Weeks
Copywriter//LJ Johansson 

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One Show Pencil

Validation today came in the form of an email from One Show. Tiffany Edwards at 12:37 PM wrote "I am very excited to announce that you are one of the select few who will be winning a Pencil this year!" A year of emotions, blood, sweat and tears all of the sudden didn't matter. I'm going to start my first day of work with a bright, new shinny One Show Pencil in my cubicle. Tune back in on May 11th to find out what color. 

Check out the campaign.
Art Director//Janssen Weeks
Copywriter//LJ Johansson 

<iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/20945143" width="400" height="225" frameborder="0"></iframe><p><a href="">CITY HARVEST - "Partners" - THE ONE Show College Competition</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user1434130">Janssen Weeks</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>

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Monday, April 11, 2011

Lady Gaga

Despite her questionable morals, I love Lady Gaga. For my final art project I had to use that same subject and portray it in two different types of cubism. So here Gaga, enjoy. 

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Music Monday.

Saturday, April 9, 2011

Final Cut

I'm sure you guys have all seen this little commercial that I shot with my ad team. But it's being screened at BYU's Film Festival "Final Cut" this weekend. There were about 100 entries, and we were one of thirty to get chosen. It's being shown again tonight at 7:00. Buy your tickets here

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Friday, April 8, 2011

Children of Nature

For my Scandinavian film class we had to create a film dealing with a topic we explored in film. We choice death and nature. Despite there being some other great films and my awful DPing skill we one Best of Show. Enjoy.

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my manifesto

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About a month into last semester, Doug asked us to write a manifesto. Still holds true today. 

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Thursday, April 7, 2011

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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Free

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Tonight, Becca and I dined for free. Panda Express at the Bishop's house. Then we redeemed our coupons for free Cheez-Its and Reese's. Good day. 

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My Dear Michigan

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50 and 50 is a collective project where fifty designer are invited represent their state by illustrating its motto. Check it our at statemottoproject.com. A new one is released everyday.

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Monday, April 4, 2011

Winner

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I'm the proud owner of the world's largest Cheez-It. I win and Becca is jealous. 

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go get em

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Newest Ad Campaign

Check out my newest campaign.

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Saturday, March 26, 2011

rockstar

We finished up the day by shooting at the Provo Airport. Nikki and I felt like rock stars out on the tarmac. Brandon was our amazing photographer. Here are some sneak peaks of the shoot. Super excited to share the final work. 

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on set

I just got back from two photo shoots and a commercial set. One more tonight. I love being on set. It's what I live for. Here is a preview. 

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Friday, March 25, 2011

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

In honor of Friday

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and her creator RB

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my life

As of right now my life is a mix of Google Docs, way too much time at the AdLab, JCPenney which as been renamed to JCPainful and homework. I just want to quiet school and move to Mexico. 

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Wednesday, March 23, 2011

I found out what happened to the Unicorns

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Customer Statisfaction

I wrote an angry email to the Cheez-It corporation, also known as Kelloggs, about a burnt box of Pepper Jack Cheez-Its. In return I got a coupon for a free box. LIfe is great and I did finish off that burnt box during a late night study session.

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Monday, March 21, 2011

sometimes

Sometimes I spend way too much time on campus. 
Sometimes I tie dye. 
Sometimes I drink Diet Coke. 

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Friday, March 18, 2011

Rebecca Black. It's official.

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You have made it into pop culture history.


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Thursday, March 17, 2011

Chi Town

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It's official. I'm headed off to Chicago for Spring semester to intern at DraftFCB Chicago. Papers have been signed. Apartment has been found. Plane ticket bought. Now the semester can ended. I need to return to my Midwest. 

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Happy St. Patricks Day