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I’m a highly accomplished visual effects leader with 20+ years of compositing experience across 65+ feature films and commercial credits. I drive creative vision and mentor artists by supervising upwards of 20 compositors and overseeing projects ranging from 30-150 shots.
I’m committed to delivering exceptional results through seamless collaboration and timely project completion. I’ve contributed to high-profile projects including The Eternals, Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Spider-Man: Far From Home, Thor: The Dark World, and Captain Marvel, and I’ve helped teams solve complex lighting and effects challenges.
Experience Level
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English
Fluent
Work Experience
Compositing Supervisor at Luma Pictures
January 1, 2020 - PresentLead a team of 20 artists and provide expert supervision to ensure high-quality composites across projects. Manage department-wide initiatives including artist recruitment, onboarding, training program development, workflow optimization and performance management. Streamline communication and workflow to ensure accurate delivery of integrated FX and CG elements within project deadlines. Optimize resource allocation by strategically bidding shots to artists in collaboration with producers. Establish efficient production pipelines by maintaining sequence templates and adhering to client plate specifications.
Lead Compositor at Luma Pictures
January 1, 2020 - September 26, 2025Managed a team of ten responsible for developing innovative specialty effects. Collaborated with various teams to enhance visual storytelling by developing composite looks for energy effects, explosions, character powers, and abstract visuals.
Lighting Artist at Luma Pictures
January 1, 2019 - September 26, 2025Leveraged advanced rendering techniques in Maya and Katana to create photorealistic lighting for feature film projects. Collaborated closely with various teams to ensure seamless integration of lighting into the production pipeline. Resolved lighting challenges to deliver high-quality and visually consistent renders.
Senior Compositor at Luma Pictures
January 1, 2016 - September 26, 2025Delivered seamless and photorealistic integration of complex visual elements, including live-action footage and CG assets.
Flame Artist at Reel FX/Radium
January 1, 2011 - September 26, 2025Delivered compelling visual effects for commercials and music videos through expert compositing. Conducted client-facing finishing sessions in a Flame/Inferno suite and made real-time adjustments based on feedback to ensure client satisfaction.
Compositing Supervisor at Luma Pictures
January 1, 2020 - PresentLead a team of 20 artists and provide expert supervision to ensure high quality of composites across projects. Manage department-wide initiatives including artist recruitment, onboarding, training program development, workflow optimization and performance management. Streamline communication and workflow to ensure accurate delivery of integrated FX and CG elements for high-quality composites within project deadlines. Optimize resource allocation by strategically assigning and bidding shots to compositing artists in collaboration with producers. Establish efficient production pipelines by setting up and maintaining sequence templates and adhering to client plate specifications. Key projects: The Eternals, Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Ironheart, Godzilla X Kong.
Lead Compositor at Luma Pictures
January 1, 2020 - September 26, 2025Managed a team of ten responsible for developing innovative specialty effects. Collaborated with various teams to enhance visual storytelling by developing composite looks for energy effects, explosions, character powers, and abstract visuals. Key projects: Spider-Man: Far from Home, Guardians of the Galaxy, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Thor: The Dark World.
Lighting Artist at Luma Pictures
January 1, 2019 - September 26, 2025Leveraged advanced rendering techniques in Maya and Katana to create visually stunning and photoreal lighting for feature film projects. Collaborated closely with various teams to ensure seamless integration of lighting into the production pipeline. Successfully resolved complex lighting challenges to ensure the delivery of high-quality renders. Key Projects: Underworld Awakening, Oz the Great and Powerful, Thor: The Dark World, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Captain America: The Winter Soldier.
Senior Compositor at Luma Pictures
January 1, 2016 - September 26, 2025Delivered seamless and photorealistic integration of complex visual elements, including live-action footage and CG assets.
Flame Artist at Reel FX / Radium
January 1, 2011 - September 26, 2025Delivered compelling visual effects for commercials and music videos through expert compositing. Conducted client-facing finishing sessions in a Flame/Inferno suite and made real-time adjustments based on feedback to ensure client satisfaction. Key projects included Katy Perry’s 'Firework' music video and Target campaigns.
Compositing Instructor at Academy of Art University
January 1, 2012 - PresentInstruct undergraduate and graduate students in the principles and techniques of compositing and visual effects. Utilize industry-standard software to foster a strong understanding of core concepts. Develop engaging learning materials and adapt teaching methodologies to accommodate diverse learning styles and skill levels. Guide graduate students through their final thesis projects by providing constructive feedback and mentorship on technical and artistic aspects.
Mentor at Visual Effects Society
January 1, 2025 - PresentProvide dedicated mentorship to a Lead Compositor, focusing on skill enhancement and career development strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Academy of Art University
January 1, 2005 - September 26, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts at Academy of Art University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment
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