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I’ve been involved with the music industry in one form or another for my entire life. I’ve worked in recording studios, toured with Bobby Weir and the Grateful Dead, and led innovative technology-based projects in the POP world. I’ve created, directed, shot, and edited content for Digital Mannequin by OUTFORM, and I enjoy blending storytelling with technology. I’ve traveled to Egypt to see the pyramids, and I can crack a Rubik’s cube in about five minutes. I’m always looking for new ways to tell stories through design, video, and live performance while bringing a curious, collaborative spirit to every project.…I’ve been involved with the music industry in one form or another for my entire life. I’ve worked in recording studios, toured with Bobby Weir and the Grateful Dead, and led innovative technology-based projects in the POP world. I’ve created, directed, shot, and edited content for Digital Mannequin by OUTFORM, and I enjoy blending storytelling with technology. I’ve traveled to Egypt to see the pyramids, and I can crack a Rubik’s cube in about five minutes. I’m always looking for new ways to tell stories through design, video, and live performance while bringing a curious, collaborative spirit to every project.

Kris Ziakas

Creative Director, Studio Manager, Sound Engineer, +5

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I’ve been involved with the music industry in one form or another for my entire life. I’ve worked in recording studios, toured with Bobby Weir and the Grateful Dead, and led innovative technology-based projects in the POP world. I’ve created, directed, shot, and edited content for Digital Mannequin by OUTFORM, and I enjoy blending storytelling with technology. I’ve traveled to Egypt to see the pyramids, and I can crack a Rubik’s cube in about five minutes. I’m always looking for new ways to tell stories through design, video, and live performance while bringing a curious, collaborative spirit to every project.…I’ve been involved with the music industry in one form or another for my entire life. I’ve worked in recording studios, toured with Bobby Weir and the Grateful Dead, and led innovative technology-based projects in the POP world. I’ve created, directed, shot, and edited content for Digital Mannequin by OUTFORM, and I enjoy blending storytelling with technology. I’ve traveled to Egypt to see the pyramids, and I can crack a Rubik’s cube in about five minutes. I’m always looking for new ways to tell stories through design, video, and live performance while bringing a curious, collaborative spirit to every project.

Available to hire

I’ve been involved with the music industry in one form or another for my entire life. I’ve worked in recording studios, toured with Bobby Weir and the Grateful Dead, and led innovative technology-based projects in the POP world. I’ve created, directed, shot, and edited content for Digital Mannequin by OUTFORM, and I enjoy blending storytelling with technology.

I’ve traveled to Egypt to see the pyramids, and I can crack a Rubik’s cube in about five minutes. I’m always looking for new ways to tell stories through design, video, and live performance while bringing a curious, collaborative spirit to every project.

Skills

Pro Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Experience Level

Pro Tools

Expert

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

Work Experience

Creative Services Director of Technology at OUTFORM Group

January 1, 2008 - Present

Senior Developmental Project Manager for multiple high-profile clients. Lead creative direction for innovative projects, including Digital Mannequin. Created and managed the Technology Department, overseeing a five-person team of IT specialists, project-based tech individuals, and programmers. Responsible for all content creation and emerging technologies for national and international clients.

Owner / Creative Designer at The Institute of Hi-Fidelity

January 1, 2002 - Present

Owned a private label clothing and design company focused on denim and custom silk screen printing. Primary inventor of US Patent 20060143770A1 for a method of distressing a garment. Designed and produced custom garments from raw denim to final product sold in specialized boutiques. Produced and laid out custom art for multi-color screen printing processes to meet client design needs.

Studio / Touring Guitar Technician at Grateful Dead Productions

December 31, 2002 - August 16, 2025

Toured nationally and internationally with Bobby Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead. Built and maintained one-of-a-kind custom studio and stage equipment. Operated and maintained state-of-the-art analog and digital studio equipment. Lead engineer and tape operator for studio and live recording sessions. Managed daily behind-the-scenes photography, videography, and remote uploads to internal website.

Creative Services Director of Technology at Outform Group

January 1, 2008 - November 18, 2025

Senior Developmental Project Manager for multiple high-profile clients. Creative Direction for innovative projects, including “Digital Mannequin.” Created Technology Dept. and managed a five-person technology team including IT specialists, project-based tech personnel, and programmers. Responsible for all Content Creation and Emerging Technologies for national and international clients.

Owner / Creative Designer at The Institute of Hi-Fidelity

January 1, 2002 - November 18, 2025

Private label clothing and design company focusing on denim and custom silk screen printing. Primary inventor of Patent US 20060143770A1 Method of Distressing a Garment. Designed and produced custom garments from raw denim to final product sold in specialized boutiques. Produced and laid out custom art for multi-color screen printing processes to meet client-specific design needs.

Studio / Touring Guitar Technician at Grateful Dead Productions

January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002

Toured nationally and internationally with Bobby Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead. Built and maintained one-of-a-kind custom studio and stage equipment. Operated and maintained state-of-the-art analog and digital studio equipment. Lead engineer and tape operator for studio and live recording sessions. Responsible for daily website behind-the-scenes photography, videography, and remote uploads to internal website.