Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Creative problem-solving in the entertainment industries and green building initiatives has been my foundation. I have a keen technical mind, an appreciation for efficiency, and logistical expertise in everything from transport, fabrication and carpentry, and especially on a film set. I've been an IATSE member in good standing for nine years and am fortunate enough to have worked on and led great crews on film and television shows like Netflix's Stranger Things, Amazon's Finch, and the TV series Roswell. I also hold an MPA from UNCW and am now searching for an interesting management opportunity that will allow me to utilize my strengths (honed on movie sets) and will challenge me to continue my professional development. I enjoy being involved in all aspects of any project and am always interested to learn about new technologies or progressive methods to increase both service quality and value. SKILLS Determining needs, budget, stakeholder roles and executing a plan to achieve project goals. Managing a team of professionals and collaborating with stakeholders in high stress environments. Finding creative or novel ways to achieve specific goals. Developing procedures to maintain safety and organization while minimizing waste and loss. Google Suite Zoom Platform Microsoft Suite Adobe Photoshop TECHNICAL SKILLS Fabrication and Design, Fusion360, 3D Printing, Mig and Tig welding, Carpentry, Plumbing, Pyrotechnics, Rigging, Sculpting, Mold making and Casting, Sewing, Painting, Distressing, Furniture Upholstery & Repair, Non-firing prop arms procedures, Make-up, Script Breakdown, Functional organization of tools, theatrical items and resources. CERTIFICATIONS Certified Lift/M.E.W.P Operator, OSHA 10/GES, Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (American Red Cross), Commercial Driving endorsement, SCUBA AWARDS J. Rupert Bryan Endowment - UNCW
Zoom Phone VOIP Transition Project Assistant Team Lead. Handling the logistics of the transition to Zoom phone for the University of Virginia and its many facilities, educating new Zoom phone users about how to seamlessly transition their work.
International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E) Local 480 union member in good standing. Responsible for planning, designing, building, managing and executing a wide variety of practical special effects for film and television productions at the highest level for Netflix, Amazon, HBO, CBS, CW and more. Responsible for safety, operations, and training for crews from 2 to 20 technicians per film/show in the entertainment business. Managed high stakes and big budget special effects (practical on-camera effects) for film and television for over 20 productions including Stranger Things, Finch, and Roswell in New Mexico, North Carolina, Louisiana, and Ohio. Full credits here Collaborated with Directors, Producers, and Department Heads (Camera, Set, Electric, Lighting, Costumes, Make-up, Stunts, Props etc) to shoot a script on time and on budget. Designed, fabricated, and performed hundreds of props, effects, and gags for film and television - everything from realistic gunshots in a period Westerns to gooey science fiction pods and aliens to celebrity bubble baths. Worked on set on location and stage with A-list actors, indie actors and “extras” to achieve any number of special effects. Working with local and state agencies through permitting and approval of various sets and effects (like pyrotechnics, gunfire, weather) as well as compliance with regulations at federal, state, and local levels. Informing crew and complying with company regulations, industry standards, applicable union contracts, and best practices for safety and to promote a safe, organized work environment while making great movies.
Steady progression through the SPFX department from fabricator and technician to “charge person” handling pyrotechnics and stunts for shows like Sleepy Hollow, Under the Dome, and more. Executing short notice problem-solving with available resources to go on with the show.
Management and marketing for limited capital and Real Estate investments, also transportation oriented restructuring.