Amanda Dixon (she/her/hers)

I’m from  Lowell MA before moving to Pepperell MA. If you don't know where that is that's okay, no one does.

List your education  B.A. in Communications with a Concentration in Advertising and Print Media - Worcester State University (I actually lived in Dowden Hall as part of the first class of incoming freshmen after the remodel/expansion done by PCA)

Why PCA?  The people and the culture. I wanted to find a place where I could grow professionally and be involved with work where I can be passionate and excited about without feeling the need to leave my colorful personality at home.

I’m drawn to design because  I remember when I was 10 and Dunkin Donuts had launched a rebranding campaign around their new tagline "America Runs on Dunkin." I thought this was so clever and it was then that I thought that's what I want to do when I grow up. I want to design logos and create ads.

I love Cambridge because  It has good vibes. There's a really great mix of old buildings and new ideas. I love the mixture of a historic atmosphere with modern people and technology.

I’m concerned about  The future of the human race. We should be moving forward instead of being tied down by our past practices from a social, economic and environmental standpoint. History teaches us who we were so that we can better understand who we should become.

What's the most inspiring part of your job?  Designing and creating materials that function well while also being visually appealing.

What is the nerdiest thing you do in your spare time?  Plan vacations that I can't afford to take.

Cats or dogs?  Both, but the real answer is cats.

Coffee or tea?  Coffee, but only iced because I'm from New England. My "dunks" order is an iced caramel swirl regular.

On my playlist  Brand New, Say Anything, Childish Gambino, Beyoncé, Tom Petty, Frank Sinatra, Queen and the Hamilton soundtrack.

Favorite book  Being obsessed with the Harry Potter series - the basis of my entire personality.

If you could snap your fingers and become an expert in something, what would it be?  Languages.

One thing most people don’t know about you  There is a Mass. state law in effect that was enacted due to an incident involving myself and a school bus.

Favorite place in the PCA Office  Dan's window, overlooking the rooftop patio with the Boston skyline in the distance.

A volunteering cause I support  The Trevor Project

My best vacation  Any vacation is the best vacation.