I am an environmental scientist, author, narrator, screenwriter, and voice-over actor dedicated to crafting engaging narratives and polished scripts. I published Pursuit of Paradise, a historical fiction about my parents during World War II, in 2019 and 2022. I wrote the screenplay for Pursuit of Paradise in 2021, adapting it for feature-length and serial formats. I self-narrated the audiobook for Pursuit of Paradise and recently narrated The Power to Defend, a Kontent Films production about Mare Island Naval Shipyard. I completed an extensive voice-over training program at Such A Voice in December 2025. With about 11 years of experience authoring well-developed stories and developing dynamic characters, I excel at adapting stories to historical contexts and conducting deep research to ensure accuracy. My work blends meticulous research with imaginative storytelling to captivate readers and audiences alike; I am committed to delivering content that engages, informs, and inspires.…

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I am an environmental scientist, author, narrator, screenwriter, and voice-over actor dedicated to crafting engaging narratives and polished scripts. I published Pursuit of Paradise, a historical fiction about my parents during World War II, in 2019 and 2022. I wrote the screenplay for Pursuit of Paradise in 2021, adapting it for feature-length and serial formats. I self-narrated the audiobook for Pursuit of Paradise and recently narrated The Power to Defend, a Kontent Films production about Mare Island Naval Shipyard. I completed an extensive voice-over training program at Such A Voice in December 2025. With about 11 years of experience authoring well-developed stories and developing dynamic characters, I excel at adapting stories to historical contexts and conducting deep research to ensure accuracy. My work blends meticulous research with imaginative storytelling to captivate readers and audiences alike; I am committed to delivering content that engages, informs, and inspires.…

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I am an environmental scientist, author, narrator, screenwriter, and voice-over actor dedicated to crafting engaging narratives and polished scripts. I published Pursuit of Paradise, a historical fiction about my parents during World War II, in 2019 and 2022. I wrote the screenplay for Pursuit of Paradise in 2021, adapting it for feature-length and serial formats. I self-narrated the audiobook for Pursuit of Paradise and recently narrated The Power to Defend, a Kontent Films production about Mare Island Naval Shipyard. I completed an extensive voice-over training program at Such A Voice in December 2025.

With about 11 years of experience authoring well-developed stories and developing dynamic characters, I excel at adapting stories to historical contexts and conducting deep research to ensure accuracy. My work blends meticulous research with imaginative storytelling to captivate readers and audiences alike; I am committed to delivering content that engages, informs, and inspires.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Screenwriter at Pursuit of Paradise (Film & TV Development)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Developed screenplays for Pursuit of Paradise in feature length and serial format, with enhanced narrative depth and character development. Conducted in-depth research to ensure authenticity and accuracy in scripts. Developed a strong understanding of screenplay formatting and industry standards, resulting in polished scripts that met or exceeded expectations. Formatted screenplays for feature-length and series presentation.
Author at Self-employed / Pursuit of Paradise
January 1, 2014 - Present
Published the historical fiction novel Pursuit of Paradise (2019, 2022). Collaborated with editors to refine manuscripts, developed engaging narratives and characters through extensive research and creative brainstorming. Built a personal brand via author website, social media, and newsletters.
Voice Over Narrator at Kontent Films / The Power to Defend
January 1, 2024 - Present
Self-narrated the Pursuit of Paradise audiobook. Provided narrative for The Power to Defend, a Kontent Films production about Mare Island Naval Shipyard. Completed voice-over training at Such A Voice.
Screenwriter at Pursuit of Paradise (Film/TV project)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Developed screenplays for Pursuit of Paradise in feature-length and serial formats, with enhanced narrative depth and character development. Conducted in-depth research to ensure authenticity and accuracy in scripts. Formatted screenplays for feature-length and series presentations.
Author at Self-Employed / Independent Author
January 1, 2014 - Present
Published the historical fiction novel Pursuit of Paradise (2019; 2022). Collaborated with editors to refine manuscripts, improved clarity and flow, developed engaging narratives and characters through extensive research, and promoted works via social media, author website, and newsletters.
Area Environmental Manager at Whitetail Environmental LLC; SpecPro Sustainment & Environmental; CALIBRE Systems, Inc.; Vernadero Group, Inc.; Engineering & Environment, Inc.
November 1, 2007 - October 1, 2025
Area Environmental Manager for 63d RD (US Army Reserve) facilities in South Texas, overseeing environmental compliance, sustainment, and regulatory affairs across multiple organizations.
Adjunct Faculty at International Academy of Design and Technology; Sanford-Brown College
July 1, 2007 - December 1, 2014
Developed instructional programs and curricula, advised students, and taught courses in Environmental Science and Physical Anthropology.
Environmental Consultant to U.S. Air Force at Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Inc.; Portage Environmental, Inc.
February 1, 2004 - September 1, 2006
Provided environmental consulting services to the U.S. Air Force.
Environmental Consultant to U.S. Air Force at Informatics, Inc.; TEAM LLC
February 1, 1999 - February 1, 2002
Environmental consultant to the U.S. Air Force.
Full-Time College Faculty / Department Head, Environmental Technologies Program / Industrial Hygienist / Geologist at Palo Alto College, Alamo Community College District
January 1, 1998 - February 1, 2004
Led the Environmental Technologies program; served as Industrial Hygienist and Geologist; taught and developed curricula.
Environmental Consultant to U.S. Air Force at Geo-Marine, Inc.; Versar, Inc.
November 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998
Environmental consultant to the U.S. Air Force (Senior Environmental Scientist / Geologist).
Environmental Consulting (Senior Geologist / Hydrogeologist) at Malcolm Pirnie, Inc.; Halliburton-NUS Corporation; Jones & Neuse, Inc.
October 1, 1987 - March 1, 1994
Environmental consulting focusing on geology and hydrogeology.
Environmental Consulting (Senior Hydrogeologist) at IT Corporation
April 1, 1985 - August 1, 1987
Senior hydrogeologist providing environmental consulting services.
Geotechnical and Environmental Consulting (Engineering Geologist / Geologist) at Mason-Johnston & Associates; Ecology & Environment, Inc.
December 1, 1979 - April 1, 1985
Geotechnical and environmental consulting for U.S. Air Force and related projects.
Screenwriter
January 1, 2022 - Present
Developed screenplays for Pursuit of Paradise in feature length and serial format; conducted in-depth research to ensure authenticity and accuracy; formatted screenplays for feature-length and series presentation; improved narrative depth and character development.
Author
January 1, 2014 - Present
Published the historical fiction Pursuit of Paradise (2019, 2022); collaborated with editors to refine manuscripts; developed engaging narratives and characters; established a personal author brand and reader outreach.
Voice Over Narrator
January 1, 2024 - Present
Self-narrated the audiobook for Pursuit of Paradise; provided narration for The Power to Defend (Kontent Films); completed Such A Voice voice-over training including demo production.
Area Environmental Manager at 63d RD (US Army Reserve) facilities in South Texas
November 1, 2007 - October 1, 2025
Area Environmental Manager overseeing environmental compliance and sustainment programs across facilities; collaborated with Whitetail Environmental LLC, SpecPro Sustainment & Environmental, CALIBRE Systems, Vernadero Group, and Engineering & Environment, Inc.
Environmental Consultant at U.S. Air Force
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2006
Provided environmental consulting services to the U.S. Air Force.
Full-Time College Faculty / Department Head, Environmental Technologies Program at Palo Alto College, Alamo Community College District
January 1, 1998 - February 1, 2004
Led the Environmental Technologies program, taught courses, and managed department responsibilities.
Geologist / Hydrogeologist - Geotechnical & Environmental Consulting at Geo-Marine, Inc.; Versar, Inc.; Malcolm Pirnie, Inc.; Halliburton - NUS Corporation; Jones & Neuse, Inc.; IT Corporation; Ecology & Environment, Inc.; Mason-Johnston & Associates; Ecology & Environment, Inc.
December 1, 1979 - January 31, 1998
Geotechnical and environmental consulting across multiple firms; duties included geological/hydrogeological assessments and environmental projects.
Voice Over Narrator at Kontent Films / Such A Voice
January 1, 2024 - Present
Self-narrated the audiobook for Pursuit of Paradise. Provided narrative for The Power to Defend, a Kontent Films production about the historical and cultural heritage of Mare Island Naval Shipyard in California. Received Voice Over Training at Such A Voice, including demo production, with dated completion in December 2025.
Environmental Consultant to U.S. Air Force at Informatics, Inc.; TEAM LLC; Intuit, Inc.; Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Inc.; Portage Environmental, Inc.
September 1, 1999 - September 1, 2006
Provided environmental consulting services to U.S. Air Force.
Geologist / Hydrogeologist at Geo-Marine, Inc.; Versar, Inc.; Malcolm Pirnie, Inc.; Halliburton - NUS Corporation; Jones & Neuse, Inc.; IT Corporation; Ecology & Environment, Inc.; Mason-Johnston & Associates
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1998
Geotechnical and Environmental Consulting (Geologist / Hydrogeologist).
Environmental Consultant at Informatics, Inc.; TEAM LLC; Intuit, Inc.; Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Inc.; Portage Environmental, Inc.
August 1, 1999 - September 1, 2006
Environmental consultant to U.S. Air Force.
Full-Time College Faculty; Department Head, Environmental Technologies Program at Palo Alto College, Alamo Community College District
January 1, 1998 - February 1, 2004
Full-Time faculty; Department Head, Environmental Technologies Program.
Geologist / Hydrogeologist at Geo-Marine, Inc.; Versar, Inc.; Malcolm Pirnie, Inc.; Halliburton - NUS Corporation; Jones & Neuse, Inc.; IT Corporation; Ecology & Environment, Inc.
December 1, 1979 - January 1, 1998
Geotechnical and environmental consulting.
Screenwriter at Self-Employed / Pursuit of Paradise project
January 1, 2022 - Present
Developed screenplays for Pursuit of Paradise in feature-length and serial formats; conducted in-depth research to ensure authenticity and improved narrative depth; formatted screenplays to industry standards.
Author at Self-Employed
January 1, 2014 - Present
Published Pursuit of Paradise (2019, 2022); collaborated with editors to refine manuscripts; built an author platform and engaged readers through promotion and social channels.
Voice Over - Narrator at Kontent Films / Kontent Films production
January 1, 2024 - Present
Self-narrated the audiobook Pursuit of Paradise; provided narrative for The Power to Defend (Kontent Films); completed Voice Over Training at Such A Voice.
Area Environmental Manager at 63d RD (US Army Reserve) facilities / Whitetail Environmental LLC / SpecPro Sustainment & Environmental / CALIBRE Systems, Inc. / Vernadero Group, Inc. / Engineering & Environment, Inc.
November 1, 2007 - October 1, 2025
Area Environmental Manager for 63d RD (US Army Reserve) facilities in South Texas.
Geologist / Hydrogeologist at Geotechnical and Environmental Consulting (multiple firms: Geo-Marine, Inc.; Versar, Inc.; Malcolm Pirnie, Inc.; Halliburton - NUS Corporation; Jones & Neuse, Inc.; IT Corporation; Ecology & Environment, Inc.; Mason-Johnston & Associates; Ecology & Enviro
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1998
Geotechnical and Environmental Consulting work across multiple firms in geologic and hydrogeologic disciplines.
Author at Independent / Self-employed
January 1, 2014 - Present
Published the historical fiction novel Pursuit of Paradise (2019, 2022). Collaborated with editors to refine manuscripts, built a personal brand, and promoted works via website and social channels. Conducted extensive research to enrich authenticity and depth of writing.
Geotechnical and Environmental Consultant (Geologist / Hydrogeologist) at Geo-Marine, Inc.; Versar, Inc.; Malcolm Pirnie, Inc.; Halliburton - NUS Corporation; Jones & Neuse, Inc.; IT Corporation; Ecology & Environment, Inc.
December 1, 1979 - January 1, 1998
Provided geotechnical and environmental consulting services across multiple firms.
Geologist / Hydrogeologist; Geotechnical and Environmental Consulting at Geo-Marine, Inc.; Versar, Inc.; Malcolm Pirnie, Inc.; Halliburton - NUS Corporation; Jones & Neuse, Inc.; IT Corporation; Ecology & Environment, Inc.; Mason-Johnston & Associates; Ecology & Environment, Inc.
December 1, 1979 - January 1, 1998
Geotechnical and Environmental Consulting (Geologist / Hydrogeologist)

Education

Master of Science: Environmental Science at The University of Texas At Dallas - Richardson, TX
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1982
Bachelor of Arts: Geology at The University of Texas At Dallas - Richardson, TX
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1979
Master of Science at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1982
Bachelor of Arts at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1979
Master of Science at The University of Texas At Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1982
Bachelor of Arts at The University of Texas At Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1979
Master of Science at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 1, 1982 - January 20, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Geology at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 1, 1979 - January 20, 2026
Master of Science at The University of Texas At Dallas - Richardson, TX
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1982
Bachelor of Arts: Geology at The University of Texas At Dallas - Richardson, TX
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1979
Master of Science: Environmental Science at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1982
Bachelor of Arts : Geology at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1979
Master of Science in Environmental Science at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1982
Bachelor of Arts in Geology at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1979
Master of Science: Environmental Science at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1982
Bachelor of Arts: Geology at The University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1979

Qualifications

Voice Over Training - Such A Voice
December 1, 2025 - January 13, 2026
Voice Over Training - Such A Voice
December 1, 2025 - January 20, 2026
Voice Over Training
December 1, 2025 - January 20, 2026
Voice Over Training
January 1, 2024 - January 25, 2026
Voice Over Training, Such A Voice
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
Voice Over Training
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Government, Other, Energy & Utilities
    uniE608 The Power To Defend
    Film production to establish the historical and cultural aspects of Mare Island Navy Shipyard in California video…
    paper Audiobook "Pursuit of Paradise"

    I narrated the audiobook for my historical fiction novel, “Pursuit of Paradise,” the saga of my parents during WWII. Attached is the Introduction.

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