A skilled storyteller, editor and producer with the ability to execute on content briefs, delivering exceptional video for multiple platforms that align with the brand style. Fluent with new digital and mobile formats, codecs and plugins. Apache:- Visual Effects Artist and Title Designer for Bruce Springsteen movie "Western Stars"David & Goliath:-Jack in the Box - Motion graphic editor, editor, and title design for series of commercials including a Super Bowl ad. Editor, colorist, and visual effects artist for “Hungry Buddy” campaign. -California Lottery - Designed and animated animatic for a commercial.Suite Spot LLC:-Harry Potter/Fantastic Beasts - Compositor for virtual reality project and designed broadcast package. -Salesforce/Verizon - Compositor for 360 footage for Salesforce. Motion graphic editor for Salesforce national commercial campaigns. -Upper Deck - Motion graphic editor and sound designer for campaign featuring Serena Williams -“Beyond the Backyard” (Discovery Channel) - Compositor for virtual reality series.-Arbonne conference - Created broadcast package and graphics for the Arbonne conference that was streamed online live online due to coronavirus outbreak. Hot Pixel Inc.:-Star Wars Rogue One - Designed and animated live visuals across 14 monitors for Star Wars Rogue One world premiere. -Disney - Designed broadcast package for Disney Accelerator award ceremony.Zoic Studios: -Zoic Studios - Managed multiple creative projects from concept through delivery and provided visual effects compositing for HBO’s “True Blood”. Van Wagner Media:-Reebok/Crossfit Games - Animated various simulations using motion capture data. -Los Angeles Clippers - Created motion graphics for main Jumbotron display.

Designed and animated broadcast package, intro, transitions, and effects for Atmosphere TV branded channels and ChiveBets.• Animated L-Frame designs for sales pitches, commercials and promotional advertisement on the Atmosphere TV platform. • Designed social media gifs and video content for sports betting platform Chive Bets.• Designed/Animated content deliverables for the Chivery Coin Launch and Merchandise platforms.

Edited and designed the production of high quality television ads and digital videos for the 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Tom Steyer. Worked in close collaboration with the political, communications and digital leads on messaging and campaign branding. Edited mini-documentaries, endorsement videos, and wrote original content, as well as edited digital videos for distribution on social media and television. Worked with state leads across the country to create digital assets targeting their specific audience and constituency.

As the Art Director for UCSC I collaborated with instructional designers to design and animate online college classes and curriculum for the school. I also designed broadcast packages and animations for the interactive online classes, curriculum, and supplemental education materials to middle and high school students across the nation.

Work alongside Instructional Designers for the online portal "Scout" and help develop course content for AP Bio, AP US History and AP Environmental Science. Online class attendance saw a sharp increase in attendance after we completed our first module AP US History. Designed templates for the editorial team that increase efficiency 35%.

Designed and animated broadcast package, intro, transitions, and effects for ​Abdoer 360 ​infomercial campaign. Created brand guidelines for product launch across multiple different online platforms. Data Visualization

Freelance Motion Designer and Editor for the Jack in the box, Kia and California Lottery campaigns. Ca Lottery Showcase: https://discoforest.com/california-lotteryJack in the Box Showcase: https://discoforest.com/jack-in-the-box-animations

I was a full-time member of the Ellen staff as a title and motion graphic designer for Season 13, collaborating with writers/producers on tight deadlines. I created the visual aesthetics for Ellen's 2000th episode and designed over 60 titles that were used on air for games and celebrity segments. This role required the ability to succeed in a fast paced environment, as projects were typically assigned around 10am and expected to be finalized by 2pm the same day to air.

Visual effects and compositing for American Idol commercialsThe Shop (NFL Network)AT&T commercial launchAMC/“Fear the Walking Dead"Netflix/“Chef’s Table”Stan Against Evil

At Cinemills I managed the website and designed landing pages, web banners, toppers, marquee, iconography, interface design, video editing, video design and choreography (2d and 3d), art direction, print design, and production.

Sold Audio and Visual live streaming service PlayOn Sports to High Schools and Colleges in Southern California. Produced live sporting events to be streamed to the internet in real time. Worked on productions and sets as grip/gaffer and production assistant

Operate and Maintain the Close In Weapon System, CIWS. Was stationed on the USS McFaul, USS Kinkaid and USS Fletcher. Earned 2 Navy Acheivement Medals, Good Conduct Award and Numerous other things that made my chest look good.