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Harrisonburg, Va, Us

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

I create motion graphics for the Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics, Washington Capitals, Capital City GoGos, and Monumental Sports Network. I design motion graphics for arena displays (Jumbotron and ribbon LEDs), Out Of Home (OOH) displays, and on-air television, enriching the fan experience both on-air and in-arena at Capital One Arena and St. Elizabeths East Entertainment and Sports Arena.To streamline complex workflows and rapidly iterate on designs, I integrate AI-driven tools to automate custom After Effects expression creation, enabling quicker project turnarounds without sacrificing quality. Additionally, I’ve employed AI-generated imagery to enhance in-arena visuals to create hyper-specific custom visuals for in-game enjoyment.

Nationwide

Owning my own small business has allowed me to collaborate with a diverse range of clients, from small businesses in Appleton, Wisconsin, to agencies in Seattle, Washington, and Fortune 500 companies in Charlotte, North Carolina. The variety of work and clientele keeps every project fresh and engaging, and I take pride in delivering high-quality video and motion graphics that meet each client’s unique needs.In addition to commercial work, I’ve had the opportunity to edit high-profile and celebrity event videos out of Washington, DC, showcasing my ability to deliver polished content for prominent figures and events. I’ve also partnered with the University of Oklahoma, producing video content that aligns with their educational and promotional goals.The diversity of my projects spans a wide range—from creating motion graphics for corporate presentations and social media campaigns to full-scale video production for nationally recognized brands and institutions. No matter the project, I ensure each client receives tailored, creative solutions that exceed their expectations.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

I created multiple on-air promo spots for NBC Sports Washington, including a milestone project that tracked Alex Ovechkin’s historic achievement in surpassing Wayne Gretzky’s NHL goals record. I also produced multiple promo spots that aired on both NBC Washington and NBC Sports Washington, as well as a high-impact promo that played at the Washington Commanders’ stadium during a game.After the Monumental Sports & Entertainment buyout, my role transitioned from on-air video and motion graphics production to focusing solely on motion graphics for in-arena displays, Out of Home (OOH) content, and broadcast support.

Manassas, Va, United States

I independently created video and motion graphic content for the US Army and US Marine Corps. My role involved researching and gathering media assets, filming onsite, developing creative content for 8K video walls, social media videos, and client-specific projects.I also managed the installation and maintenance of large scale video wall hardware, ensuring seamless operation. Throughout the production process, I regularly interacted with clients, including Generals, to meet their needs and expectations. In a fast-paced environment, I successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality content on time.

As Lead Video Editor, I was responsible for reworking the film’s rough cut, including restructuring scenes, removing unnecessary elements, and refining the cadence of the entire film on a clip-by-clip basis to achieve a more cohesive narrative flow.In my role as Colorist, I applied detailed color correction, created chromatic themes to enhance the visual storytelling, and performed final color grading to ensure a consistent and polished look throughout the film.As the VFX Artist, I executed a range of effects, including creating realistic blood effects, bullet holes, and muzzle flashes. Additionally, I successfully upscaled footage from 480i to 1080p, maintaining image quality while preparing the film for modern distribution formats.

Chantilly, Va

As a Producer/Editor, I bridged the gap between producers and editors, leading projects that pushed the department forward. I spearheaded the development of a cohesive "Look and Feel" for collegiate-level video courses, which spanned over 12 hours of polished content per project. I collaborated closely with the graphics department to ensure consistency and efficiency, creating template projects that streamlined workflows and maintained a unified aesthetic.In addition to overseeing the work of other editors, I provided constructive feedback and ensured adherence to the established style guidelines. I also trained team members on advanced techniques, including transforming static imagery into dynamic 2D-to-3D parallax motion graphics, further elevating the quality and engagement of our content. My leadership contributed to increasing overall efficiency and improving the team’s skillset.

Chantilly, Virginia

I edited roughly fifty 30 minute collegiate level lectures on various subjects, such as Music and the Brain, King Arthur - History and Legend, and The Gilded Age in America. Each lecture included a mixture of text, image, graphic and motion graphic builds that I created as per the content required.

Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

I edited 30-60 minute wedding videos, each video featured a romantic perspective on the entire wedding day, from getting ready till the last dances.

Charlotte, North Carolina

Originally tasked with producing four 8-12 minute educational videos for internal clients, I led the entire production process—from designing and producing storyboards to animating motion graphics in After Effects. My ability to create a clear visual narrative ensured the successful completion of these videos, enhancing internal training efforts.In addition, I managed the production of LED stadium field boards for Major League Soccer sponsorships, which were internationally televised in over 20 games. My work was also featured at the Wells Fargo sponsorship of the Quail Hollow PGA Championship, where I produced a series of dynamic motion graphics for LED display boards. These high-profile projects required precise execution and coordination, contributing to brand visibility on a global scale.

I was assigned RED Epic Footage for the film Beyond The Mask in After Effects where I key, rotoscope, track, composite, and export as DPX sequences.For more information about the movie visit: http://beyondthemaskmovie.com/site/home/

Appleton, Wisconsin

When I joined the American Opinion Foundation in October 2010, the organization had only two full-time employees and no video department. I took the initiative to build the department from the ground up, and by the spring of the following year, we produced our first Telly Award-winning video series, followed by a Telly Award-winning educational short. Over the course of my tenure, I was honored with four Telly Awards—three for educational videos and one for an hour-long documentary, which I executive produced.I led all aspects of production, from research and scriptwriting to talent coordination, filming, motion graphics, editing, and post-production, mastering each phase with tools like After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and Motion. I spearheaded the development of a diverse range of content, including radio ads, educational DVD series, short promotional videos, and documentary films.Beyond video production, I expanded my impact by managing the foundation's social media presence (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Google+, Pinterest), YouTube channel, online advertising, and even providing light IT support. My leadership and vision not only created a fully functioning video department but also significantly elevated the foundation’s multimedia capabilities.

I produced commercials and long format programs for television. My responsibilities included, preproduction, scriptwriting, filming, lighting, directing, producing, editing, and post-production. I also ran video replay for a Friday Night Gridiron, a local high school football live-to-tape event.

I worked with a small online business to organize, arrange, and coordinate a system of book management, storage and sales.I transformed the company from a catalog of about 3,000 books listed online with no proper system of storage, to a well organized system of over 8,000 books with a specific organizational system and a protocol for listing and shelving books.

I tutored students who needed help in many different subjects including classes like, Audio Production, Video Production. I also tutored a number general eduction classes as well as a number of Bible courses.

I worked as a camera operator for weekly chapels, and basketball games, as well as special events and concerts.

I was involved in every level of production from writing commercials, to building projects in Adobe After Effects, to editing the final product.I was trusted with a lot in this job and given many opportunities to prove myself and grow in my knowledge of the media.

I was hired on a contract basis to construct an audio booth out of locally available materials for the digital recording of 90 minute tracks which were used as language alternatives for a DVD movie.This process included assembling all the audio recording equipment, working directly with multilingual talent, editing so the dialog would be in place with the original soundtrack, and training a replacement audio producer.

I worked to rewire a nine bedroom house that was partially converted to an office building. I replaced all the wiring, and the main service for the house. I installed a switch for a small backup generator and ensured the house was safe in the extreme humidity conditions.I also wired a separate work site and office building.In this job I worked alongside of hundreds of former combatants from the civil war in Liberia. I also trained a replacement electrician in the proper techniques of wiring and the ideals of safety that back it.

I worked doing anything from being the gopher who would get tools to rewiring houses and working in service panels.