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Detroit, Michigan, United States

Underwriter II in training.

Macomb, Michigan, United States

● Wrote and maintained design documents which covered core and turn by turn game play mechanics, character designs, art direction, and rule sets. ● Scoped games to be completed in the given time frames to fit developers needs.● Designed and developed prototype models for all visual components to TMNT Adventures: Change is Constant and CityFall.● Led art direction for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures, working with an international design team for 3D sculpted miniature , paper product, and packaging designs.● Adapted existing TMNT: Shadows of the Past dice sharing mechanics to create a fast paced intuitive AI system that cut game time in half and allowed full cooperative game play.

Macomb, Michigan, United States

Creating custom sculptures, illustrations and drawings on a variety of species of domestic and exotic wood, found objects, and paper. My work's focus comprises of my interest and inquiries of how we relate to the natural world around us, studies of the human psyche utilizing elements of jungian psychology, and exploration of how the mind interprets and balances the physical world and the landscape of the mind. Illustration work is highly focused on board game and comic book subject matter. Gallery Exhibitions 2014 - Pilgrimage, Essex Studios and Gallery, Cincinnati, OH2013 - PlazaGroupShow, Essex Studios and Gallery, Cincinnati, OH2012 - Untitled, Essex Studios and Gallery, Cincinnati, OH2011 - ...Ology, Chidlaw Gallery, Cincinnati, OH2011 - Minumental 24, Convergys Gallery, Cincinnati, OH2011 - Art Academy of Cincinnati Students respond to the Art of Shinji Turner-Yamamoto, CAC, Cincinnati, OH2009 - Rebirth, OTRists Gallery, Cincinnati, OH2009 - AAC Student Show, Creative Gallery, Cincinnati, OH2009 - Minumental 23, Convergys Gallery, Cincinnati, OH2008 - Drawing IV Group Show, Semantics Gallery, Cincinnati, OH2008 - Absolutely Dreadful!, OTRists Gallery, Cincinnati, OH

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

● Generated and implemented new merchandising models focused on keeping a tidy and welcoming shopping environment with fresh stock, rotating colors and styles often. ● Oversaw store’s marketing direction and execution through social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Craigslist. ● Provided front line customer service, assisting clients with locating, comparing, and selling imported solid wood furniture and accessories to fit their specific needs. ● Safely and efficiently received bi-weekly shipments of new furniture, while managing a 4-5 man labor crew, photographing incoming product, and inspecting merchandise for flaws or damages.

Clear Water, Florida

● Worked overtime assisting the design team creating custom cabinetry and furniture designs to meet building deadlines and provide expedited service for rush jobs.● Provided excellent customer service to clients to design, estimate, and sell custom cabinetry and furniture to fit their individual style and needs.● Oversaw and conducted daily inventory management, shipping, receiving, and purchasing needs of the retail space, warehouse, and production shop.

● Demonstrated the ability to lead and motivate staff to tackle daily tasks quickly and efficiently.● Possessed interpersonal skills crucial for relating with superiors, coworkers and customers.● Demonstrated the ability to organize, plan and execute with confidence and flexibility merchandizing initiatives and goals.● Possessed the aptitude for learning procedures, applied learning and the ability to recognize these skills in others● Trained new and old staff on point of sale system, custom frame design, customer interaction, and daily store maintenance.● Proactively created multiple marketing initiatives and events outside of the store to increase sales and reach out to new potential customers. ● Designed custom frame jobs, including the use of mouldings, fillets, mats, spacers, and glass, that would suit the customer’s needs as well as protect the artwork to the best of my abilities within the customer’s budget.

West Chester, Ohio, United States

Gracetree studio is a shala, or sanctuary, created for cultivating growth in a community of the heart.​ The mission of Gracetree is to provide an uplifting environment for those on a journey of self-discovery to participate in community gatherings, individual work, classes and workshops designed to nurture the body, balance the mind ​and liberate the soul.In addition to a large variety of group yoga classes, Gracetree's wellness and personal growth offerings include group and private yoga classes; Wellness Services such as massage, and Yoga Therapy; and Mental Health Therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Gracetree also offers a wide variety of workshops for deeper personal growth and events designed to bring the community together to celebrate life.

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

● Performed loading, unloading and picking of product and materials using powered lifting equipment.● Performed daily Inventory evaluation and replenishment of picking receptacles.

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

● Researched, contracted for, and remodeled gallery space that resulted in an exceptional opportunity to network with fellow colleagues and share my appreciation of art with the community. ● Acted as co-curator organizing and promoting regular gallery shows that provided 6 colleagues an opportunity to invest as a partner and display their work.● Developed and implemented a gallery promotion campaign to include fliers and local publications

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

● Coached and organized artists with mental and physical disabilities to ensure the environment was conducive for all artists to develop their talents● Developed and organized final portfolios for top ten artists that resulted in all artists getting maximum consideration for gallery exposure

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (Bfa), Drawing And Sculpture

High School Diploma, General Studies

Activities and Societies: Men's Choir, Radio Club

General Studies

Activities and Societies: Men's Choir, Art Club, Theater