Russ has a bachelor of arts degree in journalism and magazine design, and minors in communication studies and history. As the creative director for Ball Advertising Group, Russ oversees all aspects of art and design production within the agency. Russ has experience in video and photography production; print and web design; and advertising and marketing.
He has worked for several newspapers and magazines across the western United States. He received his b.a. degree from the University of Oregon, and has lived throughout California, the Pacific Northwest and several Pacific Islands. He now calls Wyoming home.