Professional Creative: 

In a dynamic world of visual storytelling, I'm passionate about collaborating with film directors, producers, creative agencies, and corporate clients. With a dedicated focus on crafting compelling narratives and producing captivating content, I bring supportive ideas and collaborative experience. I thrive on creativity, seeking fresh perspectives and solutions to meet the unique needs of each project. My commitment to ongoing learning and growth keeps me aware of industry trends and technologies. Behind the scenes, my reputation is built on reliability, a strong work ethic, and the ability to navigate challenges effectively. I consistently deliver results that aim to exceed expectations.

However, my work is not just about the craft; it's about building professional relationships. I approach each collaboration with warmth, empathy, and professionalism, fostering connections that lead to successful and impactful projects. I look forward to working with you on your next creative endeavor.

Experience

Motion: documentary film editing, commercial advertising editing, corporate brand, and content editing. *Interested in narrative editing, short films, trailers, and coloring work.

Software: Macintosh OS workflow and image-editing software include Adobe Photoshop CC, Adobe Lightroom CC (complete editing workflow), Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Adobe Audition, Davinci Resolve for advanced color work, and limited Avid experience.

Camera: Professional digital cinema cameras, camera operation, Steadicam operator, drone operator, post-production color pipeline, editing, experience coloring in Davinci, DIT experience, creative video production, and storytelling. Canon, Sony, and Arri

I have a comprehensive professional background in still photography.

Education

MFA 2007 Photography, Cranbrook Academy of Art

BA 1998 Philosophy, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA

Photography dept., 1999-2004 University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, MA

Documentary Filmmaking, 2019 Massachusetts College of Art & Design

Filmmaking, Cinematography, Editing, and Coloring, 2019-Present Maine Media Workshops

National Outdoor Leadership School, Lander, WY, Rockies Semester Course, 1996

Teaching experience

Lecturer, Photography, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, 2016-2018

Lecturer, Photography, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, MA, 2012

Color darkroom, Cranbrook Academy of Art, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 2006–07.