I am an innovative creative leader with a demonstrated history of developing methods to connect the dots between the arts and applied technology. An experienced concept designer and animation director with a specialized skill set in AUDIO-ANIMATRONICS® animation and character design. Special focus on anthropomorphic and organic robotic applications and how people perceive machines that display human characteristics.I began my career at Disney as an animator with WED Enterprises during the installation of Epcot. After a brief departure, I returned to Walt Disney Imagineering in 1987 as the animator for The Great Movie Ride, at what is now Disney's Hollywood Studios. In 1994 I moved into the concept design group with a continued focus on designing, developing, and animating dimensional characters for Disney Theme Park attractions. I am a passionate educator and evangelist for the art form, designing and facilitating numerous interdisciplinary presentations and workshops. Career highlights include:• Developed the animation techniques for working with A100 animation technology, resulting in more