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Scrappy Meals: Revolutionizing Home Cooking with Immersive TechnologyWelcome to Scrappy Meals, where we blend the art of culinary expertise with cutting-edge Web XR technology. We are at the forefront of transforming home cooking experiences, making them more engaging, efficient, and enjoyable. Our flagship project, "Fridgie Smalls," set to launch in Q1.

• Consult on Augmented Reality (AR) for Amazon Prime’s Baseball Game Graphics—New York Yankees
• Support SwivelMeta, as Senior UX/Metaverse consultant—design/implement current UX for metaverse platform:o Develop Scrappy Meals Extended Reality (XR) space; collaborate on Cult & Rain’s 1st real-life/virtual commerce.
• Create virtual “Scrappy Meals” internship for Cranfield University UK—Web 2 to 3 conversion, culinary case study:o “The transition from Scrappy Meals” (Web 2.0) to “The Scraps in the Back” (Web 3.0)o Establish program.
• Secure contract as Tech Consultant, focusing on virtual customer engagement for Wine Bar, “SAUCED Brooklyn”
• Support Freehold Hospitality’s “Tech Happy Hour” program to facilitate weekly—establish audience for networking

• Serve as 1st featured Clubhouse Artist—present “Unknown Dreams” for NFT Collection, designing AR to develop: o Interactive Mixed Media piece, “FRIDA 001 NFT” for Papyon Hair Salon; book computers; manage.
• United Nations Climate Week (Peace Boat US Event) | “Fridgie Smalls NFT: The story of food to the blockchain"
• Serve as Virtual Ambassador for Utopia VR Metaverse platform, consulting with Marketing Manager on development: o Conduct 2 virtual events, focusing on introducing platform—driving awarenesso Launch interactive.
• Re-imagine “FRIDA 001 NFT” painting as digital print asset for Papyon Hair Salon with NFC tag—drive to AR session
• Establish “Scrappyhour” Pop-Up Menu for Food Drive w/ Los Sures Food Pantry—Scrappy Meals Thanksgiving o Support Pizza Pop-Up Event and Food Drive for Peace Boat (UN affiliate), focusing on food sustainability.

• Produce AR graphics—NBC News for presenting Election Coverage
• Launch first book, “Scraps Food Guide from A to Z”—an introduction to food appreciation; debuted in London Book Fair
• Facilitate on-site delivery for Chicago Cubs’ pre/post-game graphics—Marquee Sports Network; create templates: o Establish training, supporting operators’ use for in-game graphics packages
• Develop graphics package for “The Michael Kay Show” on YES Network
• Manage AR development for ESPN’s “Around The Horn”—virtual sports talk show
• Produce cooking class, “Scrappy Meals x Knotch Digital” for Digital Media company, Knotch

Beverly Hills, CA, US

• Drive operations of “New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest”—10th year; create real-time clocks countdown
• Take over as graphics leader, following initial contract as a 2nd operator—book/set up machines for on-air usage:o Hire and manage 2nd Operator/Graphic Coordinator; create graphics to accommodate last-minute.
• Produce the only live television event during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns within the US

Chicago, IL, US

• Replaced on-air graphics system, leading maintenance efforts for PIX 11 News/Affiliates, e.g., KTLA, WGN, etc.
• Created and maintained On-Air Graphics System, spearheading technology support leadership:o Oversaw efforts to ensure 24-hour management of News and Master Control Room operationso Developed Interactive Election.
• Established promotional branding methodologies to facilitate implementation across Technology and Art departments:o Served as Creative and Production teams’ liaison, driving collaboration between Art, Technology, and.

New York, NY, US

• Joined team, serving in custom-developed, dual role—managed leadership across Production and Art direction
• Collaborated with client, Comcast to facilitate launch of “Sportsnet New York” channel (Home of NY Mets)
• Designed brand promotional materials, implemented Network’s workflow process for on-air environment:o Produced award-winning broadcasts, e.g., Sportsnite, Daily News Live, and pre/post-game coverage—NY Mets/Jets o.
• Guided, trained, and managed On-Air Operations/Production/Newsroom teams to use and maintain Graphics systemo Incorporated real-time graphics workflow into Marketing/Sales activities to support licensing/sponsorship.

Bergen, Hordaland, NO

• Hired within US Headquarters’ Creative Group—leveraged 3D gaming engine to support ESPN’s NBA graphics innovation
• Teamed with multiple departments—led creative service projects, tech support, demonstrations, and training for key clients:o E.g., SNY, FOX, Bloomberg, Weather Channel, Fios, CNN, Turner Sports, CBS, HBO, and media in.
• Collaborated with Research and Development (R&D)—software; hired/managed interns; booked trips for 5 remote workerso Supported training for News department maintenance users—graphic functions/database, reinforcing team.
• Supported sales department’s creative priorities—reinforced efforts to manage demonstrations/high-end meetings
• Addressed on-air machine malfunction ~1 hour before NBA Finals’ tip-off to prevent $500K ad revenue deficit o E.g., Swapped on/off-air control machines’ cards to resolve technical issues during commercial breaks/game
• Hired/managed interns while leading remote demonstrations, and training department—supported instructors’ development:o Reinforced instructors’ effectiveness in managing clients—ensured graphics systems were maintained

Bergen, Hordaland, NO

Los Angeles, CA, US

Mainly backed up tapes of Spongebob and Jimmy Neutron. Such an amazing experience!

Education record

Bfa, Computer Art