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Developed an innovative musical neurofeedback software system that translates live brain activity from biometric headbands into immersive musical compositions, integrating data from brain and heart activity, motion, and breath to create dynamic, adaptive soundscapes.Designed applications for individual use and group experiences, including "biosensor soundbaths" and "brainwave orchestras," which facilitate synchronized and meditative states through biometric-driven music.Led end-to-end development, including signal processing (FFT and other methods), sonification algorithms, sound design, and real-time audiovisual mapping.Collaborated with various biometric sensor technologies to refine the system’s responsiveness and accuracy.Secured funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian Hirshhorn, the Iowa Arts Council, Iowa City Public Arts, and the Iowa Economic Development Authority.Presented this technology in performances, installations, and workshops, merging neuroscience, art, and technology to create transformative experiences.

Recorded and produced 16 albums, 33 EPs and singles, and have 45 appearances on compilation albums. Performed at over 180 live shows throughout North America and Europe. Managed D13 Records from 2000-2016, producing music and designs for albums, websites, and online features. Composed several film scores including "Forest Grove" (Sundance) and "Fever" (Berlin Independent).

Designed and taught experimental approaches to music making, electronic music production techniques, and the history of music technology for the Collaborative Arts department at NYU Tisch School of the Arts.Introduced experimental methodologies, including speculative design, sonic liberation rituals, machine and autonomous music systems, biometric and brainwave-based music composition, spatial soundscapes, and composing with haptics.

Iowa City, Iowa

Built public art installations for Iowa City, using motion sensors to convert pedestrian movement into light and music compositions. Worked both individually and on teams, including with architects, lighting designers, and electrical engineers. The goal for these public are pieces was to enliven pedestrian life with accessible art.

Development of a haptic-based music hardware device. Tasks included designing data and audio signal flows, mapping out future iterations of product, and researching the impact of sound and vibration on brain states.

Los Angeles

Developed an artificial intelligence music sequencer. The iOS app learns the compositional patterns of the user and generates new sequences that sound like them.

Los Angeles

Concept, design and technical execution for selected niche brands and independent record labels. Work includes branding, websites, product design, and mobile applications.

Remote

Interactive development and motion design for hundreds of promotional microsites with Conde Nast for clients including American Express, BMW, Calvin Klein, Chase, HP, Mercedes, Microsoft, Vogue, Wired, and dozens of others. Awarded multiple IAC Web Awards.

Nyc

Design, UX, interactive and mobile development on award-winning promotional applications for MTV including the “Rick & Steve Create-a-Comic” and the “RuPaul Dragulator” iPhone app.

Nyc

Developed AOL Sessions and other AOL original content.

Nyc

Created websites and web applications for Razorfish clients including Wesleyan University, Nielsen Media, Kodak, Tyco, and Bechtel.

Nyc

UI, IA, interactive development, motion, and sound design for 2 HBO documentaries. Developed technical model and Flash-based web application for HBO’s Emmy Award winning “9-11 In Memoriam” documentary and created online educational component for HBO’s Emmy Award nominated “Unchained Memories: Slave Narratives”.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Interactive Media Arts

Biometric sonification systems, neurofeedback loops, brain stimulation and entrainment protocols, alpha-theta training, heart synchrony.

Interactive Media Design

Fine And Studio Arts

Bachelor'S Degree, Graphic Design