I’m a filmmaker, composer, and creative producer who works across film and music. Based in Paris and originally from New York, I move between directing, editing, cinematography, teaching, and project leadership in film, and composition, performance, and band leadership in music. My practice is guided by rhythm, tone, and storytelling, and shaped by collaboration, intuition, and precision. As a film composer I translate visual rhythm into sound; as a filmmaker working with music I shape emotional arcs and texture. I’m drawn to subtle choices, pacing, silence, and timing that add meaning beyond the obvious.…

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I’m a filmmaker, composer, and creative producer who works across film and music. Based in Paris and originally from New York, I move between directing, editing, cinematography, teaching, and project leadership in film, and composition, performance, and band leadership in music. My practice is guided by rhythm, tone, and storytelling, and shaped by collaboration, intuition, and precision. As a film composer I translate visual rhythm into sound; as a filmmaker working with music I shape emotional arcs and texture. I’m drawn to subtle choices, pacing, silence, and timing that add meaning beyond the obvious.…

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I’m a filmmaker, composer, and creative producer who works across film and music. Based in Paris and originally from New York, I move between directing, editing, cinematography, teaching, and project leadership in film, and composition, performance, and band leadership in music. My practice is guided by rhythm, tone, and storytelling, and shaped by collaboration, intuition, and precision.

As a film composer I translate visual rhythm into sound; as a filmmaker working with music I shape emotional arcs and texture. I’m drawn to subtle choices, pacing, silence, and timing that add meaning beyond the obvious.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Composer for Sino Yurt Company based in china at Sino Yurt
March 12, 2025 - April 2, 2025
Wrote and Recorded and Performed everything you hear in the song
Actor at Cincinnati Playhouse
January 1, 2009 - Present
Performed in various theatrical productions and collaborated with talented directors and fellow actors to create compelling performances.
Videographer at Freelance
January 1, 2013 - Present
Provided videography services for events, working with clients to capture their vision and produce high-quality video content.
Voiceover Artist at Self-Employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Recorded voiceovers for various projects including commercials and educational materials, bringing scripts to life with engaging narration.
Actor at Cincinnati, Ohio
January 1, 2010 - Present
Performed in various productions, bringing characters to life on stage with dynamic portrayals and engaging performances.
Videographer at Freelance
January 1, 2015 - Present
Provided video production services for various clients, focusing on storytelling through visuals and high-quality editing.
Executive Creative Director at EchoLand Studios
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Founder; leads rehearsal studio, recording studio, live event space; supports musicians and creative collaborations.
Guitar Teacher & Music Producer at Private (Paris, France)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Teaching private guitar lessons (ages 12–25) and producing music.
Photographer & Videographer at Artist Residencies — Paris
January 1, 2026 - Present
Photography and videography of Artist Residency in Paris.
Director, Videographer & Editor at Point By Point: Poem by Tahirih
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Directed and edited short film; nominated for Best Super Short Film Award at the Sweden International Film Festival (SWIFF).
Recording Artist Collaboration at Orbital Studio
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Recorded two original songs with harpist Eve Matin.
Guest Performer at Southampton Arts Center
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Invited to perform original music alongside Bakithi Kumalo; additional performance at World Cafe Live.
Radio Guest Live Performance & Interview at WKLR Radio
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Live interviews and musical performances.
Film Composer at Purple Films
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Composed original music for film and production projects.
Director, Videographer & Editor at South Euclid Church
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Produced documentary-style short films, interviews, and storytelling media.
Music Video Editor at Rhys Tivey
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Edited 'Bed' music video.
Project Manager at ArtWorks & Kroger Collaboration
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Guided four teenage apprentices in producing a documentary film.
Head Teacher at The New School Montessori
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Led filmmaking and storytelling workshops for students ages 6–12.
Guitar Teacher & Music Producer at Paris, France
January 1, 2025 - Present
Teaching private guitar lessons and producing music (ongoing).
Photographer & Videographer at Art Immersions
January 1, 2026 - Present
Photography and videography of Artist Residency in Paris.
Creator at Space Ship Adventure Show
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Developed four pilot episodes for a YouTube vlog series designed for children.
Performer at The Allan Pray Ensemble
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Performed live concerts with ensemble.
Guitarist, Vocals & Xylophone at Collaborations, New York City
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Musical collaboration on original songs with Jonathon Marona and Bakithi Kumalo (Paul Simon).
Experience on Set (Film School) at Seattle Film School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
On-set experience including directing, art department, costume, DP, editing, producing.
Executive Creative Director at Echo Land Studios
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Founder and executive lead of Echo Land Studios, a rehearsal studio, recording studio, and live event space supporting musicians and creative collaborations.
Musician & Performer at Rockwood Music Hall
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Performed original music regularly at a renowned New York venue.
Dog Walker at Canine Cardio
February 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Professional dog walker responsible for daily care, exercise, and safety of multiple dogs, including high-profile clients.
Director, Videographer & Editor at "Point By Point: Poem by Tahirih"
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Directed and edited a short film nominated for Best Super Short Film at the Sweden International Film Festival (SWIFF).
Radio Guest - Live Performance & Interview at WKLR Radio
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Invited for live interviews and musical performances.
Music Video Editor at "Bed" by Rhys Tivey
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Edited music video for Rhys Tivey.
Creator at "Space Ship Adventure Show"
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Developed four pilot episodes for a YouTube vlog series designed for children.
Guitarist, Vocals & Xylophone at Music Collaboration – New York City
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Collaborated on original songs with other artists.
Film School - On Set Experience at Film School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Experience on set during film school.

Education

Associates Degree at Art Institute of Seattle, Washington
May 1, 2007 - October 1, 2010
Video Production / Filmmaking
6 Week Intensive Course at Met Film School in Berlin, Germany
August 6, 2016 - October 17, 2016
Associates Degree in Music Theory at Cuyahoga Community College in Cleveland, Ohio
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts at University of Cincinnati
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Associates Degree in Video Production at The Art Institute of Seattle
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
High School Diploma at Clark Montessori
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008
Film Course (6 weeks) at MET Film School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Jazz Studies at Tri-C Community College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Certificate at MET Film School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Jazz Studies at Tri-C Community College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Associate Degree in Video Production at The Art Institute of Seattle
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
High School Diploma at Clark Montessori
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

Certified Video Editor
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Other
    paper Video Editor for Music Video

    After being tossed around to different editors and the Artist being unsatisfied, I am proud to say that when the video fell into my hands and I cut the footage, the artist was pleased with my work.

    paper Shades Of Blue And Pink

    In this track, I composed, recorded and performed the instruments. I collaborated with Bakithi Kumalo, Paul Simon’s bassist for over 35 years.

    paper The Wind That Blew

    In this track, I composed the song, recorded and performed the instruments. I collaborated with bassist Jonathan Maron, Grammy-nominated electric bassist, composer and producer.

    paper Composer for Chinese Yurt Company

    I once went looking for a yurt, I found a company online and they started my Yurt order and within a couple days of talking with them, they asked me in return to write them a song for their company in exchange for a yurt! It was a delightful collaboration. You can hear the song on Spotify. Everything you hear in the track I performed, wrote recorded and mixed.

    https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Composer

    Project was with Purple Films, a production company based in Cleveland, Ohio. They had a project with Key Bank and they hired me to compose the music the their video that they made. Everything is written, performed, recorded and mixed by me.

    https://www.twine.net/signin