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I’m a Creative Director, Producer, and Editor with 10+ years shaping story-driven work across brand campaigns, social content, long-form storytelling, and immersive projects. I translate brand strategy, audience insight, and creative instinct into clear concepts, narrative direction, and cohesive creative across channels.
I’m the founder of an independent studio and co-founder of a VR production company, with experience guiding teams, sharpening ideas, and carrying work from brief through final delivery.
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Work Experience
Creative Director | Producer at Imaginary Friends Films
January 1, 2022 - PresentLead creative direction, production, and post for branded campaigns and long-form content across digital and social channels for clients including Google Workspace, Disney Channel, Salesforce, and Full Moon Pet. Translate briefs and brand strategy into concepts, story structures, and creative direction that align teams from kickoff through final delivery. Partner with clients, agencies, and collaborators to sharpen narrative clarity through feedback and iteration, keeping work cohesive across formats and platforms.
Producer | Editor at Lotus Pictures
October 1, 2021 - PresentProduce and edit customer stories, campaign videos, and podcast content for SAP, NetApp, and Adobe, shaping story, structure, and tone from scripting through final delivery. Manage client communication, review cycles, and feedback to refine messaging and narrative clarity across versions.
Creative Director at Petaluma
March 1, 2021 - PresentLed creative direction for Petaluma’s brand launch, defining visual identity, narrative tone, and content strategy for a fast-growing D2C brand. Produced and delivered paid and organic video content across platforms, supporting customer acquisition and investor fundraising.
Producer | Editor at The Rec League
February 1, 2020 - May 1, 2023Produced and edited branded social and long-form content for New Balance, EA Sports, and First Entertainment Credit Union, coordinating production and post to deliver platform-ready assets.
Co-Founder | Head of Production | Lead Animator at SilvrScreen Productions
April 1, 2016 - August 1, 2019Co-founded an independent VR studio and secured $500K in funding to produce narrative VR projects, including the animated series Welcome to the Family (Oculus Story Studio). Built and implemented a custom VR production pipeline, adapting animation and post workflows for immersive 360° storytelling and repeatable delivery. Led production and creative execution across projects — managing budgets, timelines, freelancers, and in-house creatives across animation, editorial, sound, and post.
1st Assistant Director at Murder in the Woods
February 1, 2015 - August 1, 2015Coordinated production, on-set operations, scheduling, and crew management for a 20-day, overnight feature film production.
1st Assistant Director at REZINANTE ENTERTAINMENT
May 1, 2015 - April 1, 2016Managed logistics, schedules, and crew coordination across nearly a dozen commercial campaigns.
Writer & Producer at The Ultimate Evil
October 1, 2014 - March 1, 2015Wrote and produced the serialized web series The Ultimate Evil in collaboration with Rabbit Bandini Productions (James Franco). Secured $100K in funding and oversaw all aspects of production, including writing, casting, crew hiring, production, and post-production.
Production Coordinator at DEAN
July 1, 2014 - August 1, 2014Supported pre-production, on-set operations, and crew management on the Demetri Martin feature film.
Associate Producer (Seasonal) at NFL Network
September 1, 2013 - April 1, 2014Produced multiple broadcast episodes of NFL Rewind. Contributed as a researcher and spotter for NFL RedZone.
Education
B.A. at University of Southern California
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
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