EDUCATION |
Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development
M.A. Art Education / K-12 Certification
2008 – 2010
B.F.A. Illustration / Creative Writing Minor
Magna Cum Laude
2001 – 2005
ADDITIONAL STUDIES |
Semester abroad towards B.F.A. 3D Illustration
Fall 2003
Semester towards B.A. Art Education
Spring 2008
EXPERIENCE |
RTT USA INC. Royal Oak, MI
Studio coordinator/creative for this 3D visualization studio, providing support for the Creative Services function, with a focus on trafficking of Creative Service projects, digital asset management, and review scheduling. An integral part of the creative structure, working directly with Executive Producers, Producers, Art Directors, Creative Directors, Team Leads and Artists. Services the creative needs for various internal departments including Content Production, Professional Services, Sales, Marketing and the Chief Executive.
February 2012 – Current
BASIL TWIST STUDIO New York, NY
Build and fabrication artist intern for the established puppeteer Basil Twist during the projects of Arias with a Twist and Broadway’s The Addams Family touring show.
April – June 2011
HELLER GALLERY New York, NY
Worked as a seasonal gallery technician and art handler in a high-end fine arts gallery, specializing in world-renowned glass work.
September – November 2010
AMERICA READS / AMERICA COUNTS – NYU DIVISION New York, NY
An educational tutor, in both elementary and high school settings. Assisted educators and staff while working independently with students, tailoring curriculums to individual needs while promoting educational and personal growth in a variety of school placements.
January 2009 – April 2010
DEBORAH CRACCIOHLO FASHION DESIGNS Detroit, MI
Collaborated directly with clothing designer, Deborah Cracciohlo on custom designs, working freelance both in-studio and out, as a painter, designer, decorator and personal assistant in business growth.
2008 – 2011
GENERAL THEMING CONTRACTORS Columbus, OH
In-studio and on-site display artist, primarily working as a theming/texture painter, sculptor,
designer and decorator. Involved working in close collaboration with a nationwide clientele, namely Victoria’s Secret, Abercrombie & Fitch, Red Robin Restaurants and Splash Water Parks & Resorts.
January 2007 – August 2008
THE COMPANY DIGITAL Los Angeles, CA
Worked in a variety of roles in on/off set production; special effects artist, assistant producer, make-up artist, set photographer, production assistant, grip, prop, decorator, set decorator, sound technician and actress.
December 2005 – January 2007
ART EDUCATION EXPERIENCE |
THE FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Queens, NY
Student Teacher
January-June 2010
THE EARTH SCHOOL Manhattan, NY
Student Teacher
September-December 2009
THE URBAN ACADEMY OF LAW AND JUSTICE HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY
Assistant/ Observer
January-June 2009
NYU STEINHARDT SATURDAY STUDIO ART PROGRAM Manhattan, NY
Instructor
April-June 2008
THE BAMFORD NIGHTINGALE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Manhattan, NY
Assistant/Observation
September-December 2008
SKILLS |
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft PowerPoint,
Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
THEATRE EXPERIENCE |
ROSEMARY CLOONEY THEATRE Farmington Hills, MI
Fall 1998 | Stage/set decorator ……… Meet Me in St. Louis
Spring 1998 | Stage/set decorator ……… Hello Dolly
Spring 1999 | “Orphan” ……… Annie
Fall 1999 | “Josie” ……… Anne of Green Gables
Spring 2000 | “Missionary” ……… Guys and Dolls
Fall 2000 | “Beth” ……… Little Women
Spring 2001 | “Julie Jordan” ……… Carousel
BACKGROUND ROLES Los Angeles, CA / New York, NY
Fall 2003 | Sleepover ……… major motion picture
Spring 2009 | The Bounty Hunter ……… major motion picture
Fall 2009 | The Adjustment Bureau ……… major motion picture
Winter 2010 | Rescue Me ……… television series
FILM |
THE COMPANY DIGITAL (TCD) Santa Monica, CA 2005-2007 “Knock Knock Killers” Full length film Columbus, OH / Los Angeles, CA
Directed by: Gina Kooistra/Christopher Gosch
Produced by: Anson Carter/Master P/TCD
Responsibilities:
-Supporting role: “Leah”
-Set decorator/prop supervisor
-2nd make-up artist/special effects artist
-Production assistant
-Graphic designer-post production
-Assistant editor
“Roller Coaster” by Erika Jayne-music video Exuma, Bahamas
Directed by: Danny Moder
Produced by: TCD
Responsibilities:
-Pre-production assistant
-2nd make-up artist
-Sound technician/playback
-Assistant art director
-Part time stand-in for Erika Jayne
“Please Don’t Go” by Tank-music video Hollywood, CA
Directed by: Christopher Gosch
Produced by: TCD
Responsibilities:
-Make-up artist
-Sound technician/playback
-Production assistant
-Set decorator
Independent Surf Documentary San Diego, CA / Encinitas, CA
Produced by: TCD
Responsibilities:
-Boom operator
-Grip
Freelance work for Producer/Coordinator/Director: Master P.
(In collaboration with TCD) Bel Air, CA
Disney Channel bit –Staring: Lil’ Romeo/Forrest Lipton
Responsibilities:
-Make-up artist
-Boom operator
Forrest Lipton - music video / demo reel
Responsibilities:
-Location scout
-Make-up artist
-Wardrobe
-Production assistant
-Sound technician/playback
INDEPENDENT FILM COLLABORATION |
“Gave it Away” - Full-length film 2008 New York, NY
Written and directed by: Danny Coure
Responsibilities:
-Assistant scriptwriter/script editor
-Actress “Allison Reynolds”
-Set decorator
“Our Take on Human Creativity Development” 2009 Tarrytown, NY
Collaborative directing with Laura Mazzeo/Michael DiRaimondo
Responsibilities:
-Production assistant
-Co-writer
-Wardrobe
-Set decorator/prop supervisor
-Make-up artist
-Supporting role
“Miserable Man” - Full length film 2009-2010 Long Island, NY
Directed by: Chad Kushins
Produced by: AKA Lions Productions, Inc.
Written by: Chad Kushins and Cast
Responsibilities:
-Co-writer
-Actress “Janie”
-Set decorator
“Agony and Ecstasy - The Connectivity Between Creativity and Mood Disorders” NYU Masters thesis film
2009-2010 New York, NY / Pinckney, MI
Written/Directed/Lead Role/Soundtrack by: Jen Raine
2nd camera operator: Chad Kushins
Edited by: Jen Raine and Chad Kushins