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Experience

2023 - Present 

Senior Multimedia Designer

Sigmatech Inc.

Lead creative strategy, studio operations, and execution for high-stakes, multi-platform training and communications initiatives supporting the National Security Space Institute and U.S. Space Force.

  • Built and led a multidisciplinary creative studio, hiring and mentoring designers, animators, developers, and technical artists while establishing workflows, standards, and production pipelines.

  • Spearheaded the creative vision and execution of a custom Unreal Engine training platform that replaced a costly legacy system, delivering a scalable solution projected to save the organization $1M+.

  • Served as a senior creative advisor and client partner, translating complex business and instructional objectives into compelling, narrative-driven visual solutions.

  • Directed end-to-end creative production for flagship programs and capstone events across classified and unclassified environments, ensuring compliance, clarity, and high learner engagement.

  • Partnered closely with software engineering, cybersecurity, SMEs, and leadership to deliver integrated creative solutions across digital, video, interactive, and immersive formats.

  • Operationalized studio workflows, managing timelines, resourcing, priorities, and cross-functional dependencies in a fast-paced environment.

  • Championed the adoption of XR, immersive media, and emerging creative technologies, evolving the studio’s capabilities and positioning the organization as a leader in innovation.

  • Developed and implemented future-forward content pipelines, including 3D sculpting and printing workflows that transformed static references into interactive learning assets.

  • Presented creative concepts and outcomes to senior stakeholders, reinforcing trust, strategic alignment, and long-term partnership value.

2022 - 2023

Motion Media Designer & Animation Direction

Sounds True

Delivered high-impact motion and video content supporting brand growth, digital campaigns, and audience engagement across major social platforms.

  • Concepted and produced platform-specific motion media for TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, driving audience growth through trend-aware storytelling.

  • Collaborated with marketing, design, and production teams to deliver integrated creative campaigns aligned with brand strategy and performance goals.

  • Produced original hand-drawn animation, motion graphics, and video assets for commercial and editorial use.

  • Maintained brand consistency and creative excellence across all deliverables by enforcing design standards and visual guidelines.

2020 - Present

Owner

Ditio Studios

Founded and directed a successful business and studio specializing in digital media campaigns and animated content, delivering exceptional results for prestigious clients such as Hennessy, Amazon Delivery Associates, and Express Hiring Solutions.

2017 - 2022

New Media Teacher

Valley Christian Schools

Founded and led a comprehensive multimedia and animation program emphasizing creative excellence, collaboration, and real-world application.

  • Designed and led curriculum spanning animation, motion media, and production workflows, preparing students for modern creative careers.

  • Managed budgets, resources, and production timelines for stage, set, and multimedia projects.

  • Led and mentored student creative teams, fostering collaboration, leadership, and professional-grade execution.

  • Secured and facilitated competitive internships, strengthening industry partnerships and student career outcomes.

2017 - 2020

Technical Theater Director

Valley Christian Schools

Transformed theater production by creating a secure shop environment and leading the team in delivering exceptional results.

Effectively managed and maintained budgets for stage and set design, ensuring that resources were maximized while maintaining the highest quality of production.

Led and guided student teams in executing elaborate and imaginative builds, fostering a collaborative and innovative learning space.

Summer 2016

Animator

Treyarch

Excelled in all aspects of game animation, including Cinematics, Artificial Intelligence, and Player Animation. Completed complex technical tasks ahead of schedule and adapted to the fast-paced work environment of AAA Game Studios with ease. Performed key animation roles across departments and delivered exceptional results that exceeded expectations. Collaborated with fellow developers to push the boundaries of what was possible in game animation and brought a unique and innovative perspective to every project.

Skills

Creative Direction

Creative Planning

Communication

Motivational 

Conflict Resolution

Production Management

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Design

Content Creation

Typography

Storytelling

Graphic Creation

Storyboarding

Motion Media

Animation 2D & 3D

Drawing

Painting

Character Design

3D Design

Character Rigging

Modeling

Social Media

Mad Coffee Skills

Programs

Autodesk Maya

Blender

Zbrush

Storyboard Pro

Adobe Animate

Unity & Unreal Engine

Toon Boom Harmony

TV Paint

Toon Boom Harmony

Adobe Suite

Motion Builder

NUKE

Google Suite

Dragonframe

Moodle / Schoology

Education

Pratt Institute

Master's of Fine Arts

Brooklyn New York NY

Savannah College of Art and Design

Bachelor's of Fine Arts

Savannah Georgia GA

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