Five Towers Media Welcomes Emma Dean and Jeremy Underwood!

Five Towers Media is excited to introduce two talented professionals joining the team: Emma Dean as Brand Manager and Jeremy Underwood as Technical Specialist. With their combined expertise in creative design and technical problem-solving, they bring fresh perspectives and skills that align perfectly with the company’s growing client base and evolving projects.

Emma Dean – Brand Manager

Emma Dean comes to Five Towers Media with a strong background in graphic design and marketing, holding degrees in both fields from SUNY Oswego. “Design and marketing go hand-in-hand,” Emma explains. “Understanding branding and advertising has shaped the way I approach visual communication.”

Emma’s experience spans freelance work and her role with the Adirondack Thunder hockey team, where she created content for multiple social media platforms. At Five Towers, she has already contributed to website editing, social media content curation, and marketing strategy development. Emma shares, “The part I’ve enjoyed most so far is website editing because of the creative aspect. I’m looking forward to gaining hands-on experience in marketing and project management while contributing to as many creative projects as possible.”

Beyond her professional skills, Emma values creativity and continuous learning in all aspects of life. She enjoys exploring new languages, experimenting with guitar, and seeking out fresh inspiration from art, music, and design trends. Her curiosity and enthusiasm make her a natural collaborator, always ready to bring innovative ideas to the table.

Emma is especially drawn to projects that challenge her to think strategically while remaining creatively expressive. She finds fulfillment in blending data-driven insights with design, creating visuals that not only look great but also communicate effectively to target audiences.

Jeremy Underwood – Technical Specialist

Jeremy Underwood brings a wealth of technical expertise and hands-on experience in software development, IT, and systems analysis. A U.S. Army veteran, Jeremy’s interest in technology started at a young age and was solidified during his time at Naval Cryptology School. His educational journey includes a Bachelor’s in Software Development and Security from the University of Maryland Global Campus, along with graduating General Assembly’s Full-stack Software Engineering Immersive Program.

Jeremy has an extensive portfolio of side projects—over 100 total with 80 being on his GitHub—ranging from functional web applications to custom platforms for mapping drone imagery. He has also held IT roles at the National Security Agency and Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, gaining valuable experience in system troubleshooting and working directly with source code.

Outside of work, Jeremy enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, exploring the Adirondacks, cycling, motocross, and staying active with fitness and outdoor hobbies. His curiosity for technology extends into his personal life as well, where he enjoys experimenting with new tools and learning about innovations in software and IT.

Jeremy thrives on problem-solving and learning from complex technical challenges. Whether debugging code, optimizing website functionality, or exploring new platforms, he finds satisfaction in understanding how systems work and improving them for better performance and user experience.

Building a Stronger Team

Michael Nelson, owner of Five Towers Media, shares his excitement about the new hires: “Hiring Emma and Jeremy was greatly needed. With our client base growing rapidly and scalability always on our minds, we needed people that fit our culture and brought unique skill sets. We are really excited for what Emma and Jeremy bring to the team.”

As Five Towers Media continues to grow, Emma and Jeremy’s creative and technical talents will play a crucial role in supporting clients and expanding the company’s capabilities. Both team members are already making an impact and are enthusiastic about the opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to the company’s success.