Available to hire
I am a motion designer with 20+ years of experience creating critical motion assets for global brands. I lead cross-functional teams through complex productions, ensuring creative output aligns with business objectives while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
I thrive on mentoring teams, fostering innovation, and staying ahead of design and technology trends in animation, 3D, AR/VR, and immersive environments. My approach blends storytelling with strategic thinking to deliver results that move business forward.
Experience Level
Expert
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Senior Marketing Video Manager at Conga
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Led comprehensive video operations for an enterprise software company following a major merger, established standardized workflows increasing production efficiency by 40%, collaborated with executive leadership to shape video strategy, and oversaw vendor relationships and external production partnerships.
Video Marketing Manager at Apttus
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Built and managed a new video marketing department, developed end-to-end strategy for planning, production, and distribution, led cross-functional teams, implemented project management systems that reduced production timelines by 30%, and managed annual video budgets to ensure on-budget delivery.
Motion Graphics Producer at Rdio
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016Supervised the motion graphics pipeline for a consumer music platform, coordinated production workflows across UX, social, web, and broadcast channels, managed freelance talent and external partnerships, and established quality control processes ensuring brand consistency across video content.
Co-founder / Producer at SplendidLight
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015Co-founded and operated a full-service video production company, managed Fortune 500 client relationships (e.g., Toshiba America, Robert Mondavi, McDonnell Douglas) and led creative teams of 5–25 professionals on high-visibility projects. Built and scaled business operations, including workflow systems, equipment procurement, and facility management, growing revenue to seven figures.
Senior Marketing Video Manager at Conga
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025Lead all motion graphics projects for social and web, providing thought-provoking feedback and guidance across creative works. Managed complete rebranding initiative across all video assets and marketing materials, establishing a consistent motion design language. Established standardized workflows that increased production efficiency by 40%. Collaborated with executive leadership to develop video strategy supporting company-wide initiatives, leveraging key insights to align content with objectives. Oversaw vendor relationships and external production partnerships, advising on CG workflows including animation and visual effects.
Video Marketing Manager at Apttus
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022Built and managed video marketing department from ground up. Developed comprehensive video strategy encompassing planning, production, and distribution. Led cross-functional teams including designers, writers, and external contractors. Implemented project management systems that reduced production timelines by 30%.
Motion Graphics Producer at Rdio
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Supervised motion graphics pipeline for consumer music platform. Coordinated production workflows across UX, social media, web, and broadcast channels.
Co-founder / Producer at SplendidLight
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2015Founded and operated full-service video production company. Managed client relationships with Fortune 500 companies including Toshiba America, Robert Mondavi, McDonnell Douglas, Carl’s Jr., Harcourt Brace Publications. Led creative teams of 5-25 professionals on high-visibility projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Communications - Emphasis in Video Production at Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025Associate of Arts, Music - Emphasis in Performance Percussion at Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025Bachelor of Arts, Communications - Emphasis in Video Production at Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, CA
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025Associate of Arts, Music - Emphasis in Performance Percussion at Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Communications at Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA
January 11, 2030 - January 24, 2026Associate of Arts in Music at Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
January 11, 2030 - January 24, 2026Bachelor of Arts at Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA
January 11, 2030 - January 24, 2026Associate of Arts at Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
January 11, 2030 - January 24, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Telecommunications
Please enjoy samples of my motion graphics work across a diverse range of styles.
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