John Rizzo

John Rizzo serves as the Director of Creative Services, Brand Strategy, and Trademarks and Licensing at Miami University since August 2019, leading comprehensive brand strategies and overseeing creative projects. Previously, John held various roles at TiER1 Performance Solutions, including Creative Strategist and Talent Director, where focus was on aligning creative talent with organizational needs. As a co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Back My Hobby, John drove initiatives to support creators. Additional experience includes a Senior Art Director position at POSSIBLE and multiple design roles at firms such as eInstruction and Walmart.com. John Rizzo also instructs in UX design at the university level and holds a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design from the University of Cincinnati.