They say when you are doing something you love, work no longer feels like work. For me, that is working digitally with computers. From video editing to motion graphics, 3d animation to audio production; I love what I do. My goal is to bring my passion and almost 10 years experience to the table to help come up with the best solution possible.
As part of a small business, one has to become a jack-of-all-trades in order to help the business be successful and grow. Because of this, I have aquired many skills in production and post-production. In addition to my work experience, my education provided me with the skills to work in the gaming industry as well.
Video Post-Production
Advanced, 8 years
Motion Graphics
Advanced, 6 years
Audio Post-Production
Intermediate, 3 years
Modeling & Animation
Advanced, 6 years
Game Design
Intermediate, 3 years
Video Production
Intermediate, 3 years
Knowledge
There can be way to many details to keep track of when working on a project and only experience can give you the ability to keep track of such details automatically. This allows one to be more responsible for the project and keeps the little details in check making sure the project moves ahead smoothly.
Video Editing
Audio Editing
2D/3D Motion Graphics
3D Animation
3D Modeling
Audio Mixing
Client Facing
Color Correction
Conceptualization
Encoding
Storyboarding
Camera Operator
Producing
Game Design
Character Animation
Texturing
Rendering
Photo Editing
Boom Operator
Pre-Production
Level Design
Software Proficency
Industry standard programs allow even small businesses to compete at a high quality level. As they say, knowing is half the battle and if you have a wide knowledge industry software, you can complete a number of projects for a number of clients.
Adobe Premiere
Adobe After Effects
Pro Tools
Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator
Final Cut Pro
Avid Media Composer
Adobe Audition
Autodesk Maya
Unreal Engine
Microsoft Office
Experience
Over 10 Years Experience
Since 2003, digital media has been a big part of my life. Since starting in my boss's basement, I learned the basics. From there, I moved up from consistent freelance work, to part-time, to full-time salaried work. These experiences have helped me move forward with my career including college choice.
Firelight Media Group LLC
Senior Production Artist
2013 - Current
Various responsibilities across multiple projects including audio/video production and post production, motion graphics, animation, web design and producing. Worked with multiple clients from different businesses including, corporate, non-profit, manufacturing, sports and entertainment, and broadcast television.
Firelight Media Group LLC
Freelance Production Artist
2005 - 2013
Various responsibilities across multiple projects. Assigned projects as they came in. Became part-time employee after college graduation.
Sunrise Enterprises LLC
Freelance Production Assistant
2003 - 2005
Assisted on projects as needed. Video editing, motion graphics and basic html.
Education
Solid Leg To Stand On
With the availablility of software to the masses, it is hard to stand out in a crowd. That is where an education comes in. With the background to back up the talent, standing out is much easier.
SCAD
Bachelor of Fine Arts
2006 - 2010
Graduated Savannah College of Art and Design with a 3.5 gpa with a major in Interactive Design and Game Development and a minor in Animation.
Shelton High School
High School Diploma
2003 - 2006
Graduated with a 3.9 gpa as the captain of the Robotics Team.
Portfolio
Showcase
Here is some of the work I have done over the years. There are multiple examples of all of the projects I am capable of completing. If you would like more examples, please contact me and I will gladly send you more links.
Hot Zone at &Then
Video Post-Production and Motion Graphics
Marketing X-Factor Video Series
Video Post-Production and Motion Graphics
Bowery Mission Foundation
Motion Graphics
Bridgeport Sound Tigers 2015 Open
Video Post-Production, Motion Graphics, Audio Post-Production
Team 230 The Gaelhawks Chairman's Video 2016
Motion Graphics, Audio Post-Production
Jiggle-A-Jellyfish - Maritime Aquarium
Video and Audio Post-Production
&Then Hub Stage Highlights Day 1
Video Post-Production
Wireless History Foundation - Kris Rinne - Hall of Fame Inductee
Video Post-Production and Motion Graphics
Hot Zone at &Then - DMA
Event Sizzle Recap
This video was to highlight the 2015 Hot Zone Event from &Then in Boston. With direction from the client, I crafted this sizzle to show off the final five presentations, sponsors, judges and winners of the event.
Marketing X-Factor Videos
Discussion Recap
The Marketing X-Factor videos are breakouts of a larger conversation focusing on particular topics. I cut together the selects from the client, created the motion graphics and compiled a quick sizzle for the opening of the videos. Music was selected and placed with the intro and outro. More X-Factor Videos are located on the client's Youtube channel if you would like to see more.
Bowery Mission Foundation
Motion Graphics
This video was created to illustrate the donation process for the foundation. A similar video was used as a reference and the visuals were cut together based on the voice over provided.
This video plays to pump up the crowd right before the team takes the ice at the start of the game. Footage was taken from stadium cameras and from cameras specifically capturing shots for the video. Music was chosen and edited to create excitement. Video gets edited in based on sequencing and the flow of the music. Once it is finalized a mix pass is completed adding sound effects and bolstering the music.
As a mentor for Team 230, I help the students create videos about the team and robot. As a part of the Chairman's Award Submission, the team must submit a 3 minute video. I help the video students to write and record the VO, find a template (to make sure we submit on time) and gather pictures to integrate into the template. The team was lucky enough to win at their first event this year in Waterbury, CT.
Jiggle-A-Jellyfish - Maritime Aquarium
Regional Commercial Spot
Using our footage library, this commercial was cut together with the producer in session. We take footage that looks nice and highlights the aquarium and tag the commercial with the newest attractions.
&Then Hub Stage Highlights Day 1
Event Highlights
Took longer videos and cut them down to smaller faster videos. Took the best parts of the longer video and seamlessly combined them together keeping the music in mind as well. Day 2 is also posted to the client's Youtube channel.
Wireless History Foundation - Kris Rinne - Hall of Fame Inductee
Inductee Interview and Exposé
Interviewed inductee and created a 5 minute video highlighting the inductee. Used supplied photos and shot additional b-roll to cover edits. Intro and outro title cards created for all the inductee videos.
Contact Me
Let's Keep In Touch
Feel free to contact me with job inquiries. I will do my best to accommodate.