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I am a professional visual development illustrator and senior concept designer. I have 25 years of experience with production houses like DreamWorks Animation, Warner Brothers Animation, ReelFX, and EA(Electronic Arts). Through rigorous industry pipelines, I have honed my skills to be a creative powerhouse: fast, thoughtful, and deadline-oriented. I was at Dreamworks Animation for 12 years working on some of the biggest computer animation films of all time, titles like the Shrek series, the Madagascar series, and How to Train your Dragon. From 2012-2014 I was a senior concept artist on ReelFX's Book of Life, A dream project. From 2014-2023 I was a senior concept artist at Maxis/EA working on the Sims franchise. I also freelanced on Warner Brothers LEGO series and various animated films at Netflix Animation. These days I find myself enjoying working on animation, films, games, commercials and traditional media work.…I am a professional visual development illustrator and senior concept designer. I have 25 years of experience with production houses like DreamWorks Animation, Warner Brothers Animation, ReelFX, and EA(Electronic Arts). Through rigorous industry pipelines, I have honed my skills to be a creative powerhouse: fast, thoughtful, and deadline-oriented. I was at Dreamworks Animation for 12 years working on some of the biggest computer animation films of all time, titles like the Shrek series, the Madagascar series, and How to Train your Dragon. From 2012-2014 I was a senior concept artist on ReelFX's Book of Life, A dream project. From 2014-2023 I was a senior concept artist at Maxis/EA working on the Sims franchise. I also freelanced on Warner Brothers LEGO series and various animated films at Netflix Animation. These days I find myself enjoying working on animation, films, games, commercials and traditional media work.

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I am a professional visual development illustrator and senior concept designer. I have 25 years of experience with production houses like DreamWorks Animation, Warner Brothers Animation, ReelFX, and EA(Electronic Arts). Through rigorous industry pipelines, I have honed my skills to be a creative powerhouse: fast, thoughtful, and deadline-oriented. I was at Dreamworks Animation for 12 years working on some of the biggest computer animation films of all time, titles like the Shrek series, the Madagascar series, and How to Train your Dragon. From 2012-2014 I was a senior concept artist on ReelFX's Book of Life, A dream project. From 2014-2023 I was a senior concept artist at Maxis/EA working on the Sims franchise. I also freelanced on Warner Brothers LEGO series and various animated films at Netflix Animation. These days I find myself enjoying working on animation, films, games, commercials and traditional media work.…I am a professional visual development illustrator and senior concept designer. I have 25 years of experience with production houses like DreamWorks Animation, Warner Brothers Animation, ReelFX, and EA(Electronic Arts). Through rigorous industry pipelines, I have honed my skills to be a creative powerhouse: fast, thoughtful, and deadline-oriented. I was at Dreamworks Animation for 12 years working on some of the biggest computer animation films of all time, titles like the Shrek series, the Madagascar series, and How to Train your Dragon. From 2012-2014 I was a senior concept artist on ReelFX's Book of Life, A dream project. From 2014-2023 I was a senior concept artist at Maxis/EA working on the Sims franchise. I also freelanced on Warner Brothers LEGO series and various animated films at Netflix Animation. These days I find myself enjoying working on animation, films, games, commercials and traditional media work.

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I am a professional visual development illustrator and senior concept designer. I have 25 years of experience with production houses like DreamWorks Animation, Warner Brothers Animation, ReelFX, and EA(Electronic Arts). Through rigorous industry pipelines, I have honed my skills to be a creative powerhouse: fast, thoughtful, and deadline-oriented. I was at Dreamworks Animation for 12 years working on some of the biggest computer animation films of all time, titles like the Shrek series, the Madagascar series, and How to Train your Dragon. From 2012-2014 I was a senior concept artist on ReelFX’s Book of Life, A dream project. From 2014-2023 I was a senior concept artist at Maxis/EA working on the Sims franchise. I also freelanced on Warner Brothers LEGO series and various animated films at Netflix Animation. These days I find myself enjoying working on animation, films, games, commercials and traditional media work.

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

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Work Experience

Senior Concept Artist at EA-Maxis

July 20, 2014 - February 14, 2025

Responsible for working with Art Directors in creating the visual look and design of The Sims franchise. Led a team of 20 concept artists creating visual worlds for all expansion packs. Tasks included world layouts, room views, prop/object designs, cast and outfit designs, matte painting, and paint overs of digital assets. Provided feedback, notes, and work schedules and collaborated with outsourcing vendors to complete in-game assets.

Senior Concept Artist at Netflix

January 1, 2018 - April 20, 2020

Worked with the Art Director and Production Designer on layout and environment design using color key paintings. Also designed props and painted assets for films and series including Maya and The 3 (2018) and Thelma the Unicorn (2020).

Senior Concept Artist at Warner Brothers Animation

January 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018

Collaborated with Art Director on layout and lighting design through lighting color key paintings for projects such as LEGO DC Flash (2017) and LEGO DC Justice League (2018).

Lead Visual Development / Concept Artist at ReelFX

January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014

Worked with production designers and directors to establish the visual look and design of the film Book Of Life. Developed lighting direction and palette while closely collaborating with the Production designer and director.

Visual Development / Concept Artist at Dreamworks Animation

January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2012

Worked alongside production designers and directors to create the visual look and design of various films. Collaborated with story and development teams on environment and key lighting design, shot and layout design, set dressing, character design, prop design, and graphic design. Notable films include Shrek 2, Madagascar, Shrek the Third, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, How To Train Your Dragon, Megamind, and Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted.

Senior Concept Artist at EA - Maxis

February 14, 2025 - February 14, 2025

Responsible for collaborating with Art Directors to define the visual look and design of The Sims franchise. Led a team of 20 concept artists producing world layouts, room views, prop/object designs, cast and outfit design, matte painting, and paint-overs of digital assets. Coordinated schedules and provided feedback/notes; liaison with outsourcing vendors to complete in-game assets.

Senior Concept Artist at Netflix

April 20, 2020 - April 20, 2020

Worked with the Art Director and Production Designer on layout and environment design through color key paintings. Designed props and painted assets for use in films and series.

Senior Concept Artist at Warner Brothers Animation

June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018

Collaborated with the Art Director on layout and lighting design through lighting color key paintings.

Lead Visual Development / Concept Artist at ReelFX

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014

Collaborated with production designers and directors to establish the visual look and design of the film Book Of Life. Developed lighting direction and palette in close partnership with the Production Designer and Director.

Visual Development / Concept Artist at DreamWorks Animation

December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012

Worked with production designers and directors to create the visual look and design of each film. Contributed to environment and key lighting design, shot/layout design, set dressing, character design, prop design, and graphic design. Collaborated closely with story and development teams.

Senior Concept Artist at Electronic Arts - Maxis

February 14, 2025 - February 14, 2025

Responsible for working with Art Directors for the visual look and design of The Sims franchise. Led a team of concept artists creating visual worlds for all expansion packs. Duties included world layouts, room views, prop/object designs, cast and outfit designs, matte painting and paint overs of digital assets. Led a team of 20 artists, providing feedback, notes, and work schedules, and coordinated with outsourcing vendors to complete in-game assets.

Visual Development / Concept Artist at DreamWorks Animation

January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012

Collaborated with production designers and directors to create the visual look and design of each film. Worked closely with story and development teams; tasks included environment and key lighting design, shot and layout design, set dressing, character design, prop design, and graphic design.

Senior Concept Artist at Electronic Arts - Maxis

February 14, 2024 - February 14, 2024

Collaborated with Art Directors to define the visual look and design of the Sims franchise. Led a team of 20 concept artists to create visual worlds for all expansion packs, including world layouts, room views, prop/object designs, cast and outfit designs, matte paintings, and asset paint-overs. Coordinated with outsourcing vendors to deliver in-game assets.

Lead Visual Development / Concept Artist at Reel FX

December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014

Partnered with production designers and directors to establish the visual look and design of the film Book Of Life; developed the lighting direction and color palette, working closely with the Production Designer and Director.

Book Of Life Visual Development / Concept Artist at DreamWorks Animation

December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014

Contributed visual development / concept art for the Book Of Life project, focusing on visual look, environment concepts, and lighting direction in collaboration with production teams.