The AD Company Hires Two New Employees

April 4, 2008

COLUMBIA, SC – April 4, 2008 – The AD Company, a full service strategic marketing, consulting and communications firm in Columbia, recently welcomed two new team members. Janie Williamson has been brought on as Graphic Designer and Karen Williford as Graphic Designer Intern.

Janie Williamson is a 2007 Auburn University graduate with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Graphic Design. She currently serves as Secretary of the South Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of Graphic Arts.

“We are thrilled to have such a talented young designer like Janie working with us,” said Jennifer McSwain, Art Director at The AD Company. “Her enthusiasm for the creative process helps to bring fresh ideas to the table everyday.”

Karen Williford will graduate this spring from The University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Graphic Design and French. She is actively involved in the American Institute of Graphic Arts Student Chapter at USC.

“Working with young, up and coming designers like Karen is a win-win scenario,” said Jennifer McSwain, Art Director at The AD Company. “As Karen gains real-world experience, she shares a different perspective on the projects she handles. We’re glad to have Karen on our team.”

About The AD Company
The AD Company is a full service marketing, branding and communications firm located in Columbia, SC, serving clients in industries that include healthcare, manufacturing, international packaging design, architectural and engineering firms, commercial law firms, insurance and technology companies as well as nonprofit organizations. Since 1990, some of the highest-profile companies in the Carolinas have relied on The AD Company to create solutions that empower them to achieve success.