Coroflot

Resume

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
CARNEGIE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY,
Pittsburgh, Pa 1993 to 2007

Creative/Multimedia Coordinator (1998 to 2007)

•Coordinated the production of PaleoLab graphics, interactive film and interactive computer production. Included UBB forum, Live web Cams and touchscreen interface.
•Coordinated with Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute/Mobot in the development of two autonomous robotic tour guides.
•Coordinated the activities of designers, programmers, writers, and multimedia specialists to produce exhibit components such as graphics, movies, and interactives and also proposals for exhibits.
•Produced, directed, and edited films and audio shows for various projects and exhibitions.
•Established fully operational, in-house, multimedia/graphics production capabilities.
•Established relationships with various outside corporations and institutions including "inter-programs" with local universities.
•Recruited and managed large pool of regional freelance talent.
•Developed interactive games and exhibits.

Preparator I (1993 to 1998)

•Fabricated and installed permanent and temporary exhibits.
•Constructed dioramas including the African Wildlife Hall, the Alcoa Hall of American Indians, and the North American Mammal Hall.
•Coordinated production crews.
•Painted exhibit halls Prepared "Installation and Condition Reports" for all temporary art shows.
•Refurbished Galleries.
•Fabricated mounts.


PARK PLACE STUDIOS,
Pittsburgh,Pa 1990 to 1993

Construction Coordinator

•Managed the design, fabrication and installation of scenic sets, exhibits, and trade shows, for film, TV, and display.
•Managed office and support staff.
•Involved in financial, marketing and strategic decision making process.

THE OBJECT WORKS,
Pittsburgh,Pa 1988 to 1989

Apprentice

•Assisted in the fabrication of specialty props, awards, and dioramas for film, commercial photographers and marketing agencies.
•Maintained the shop and office.

VARIOUS FREELANCE EXPERIENCE
1980s to Present
•Scenic film crew work.
•Makeup effects.
•Graphics/Video Production.

FREELANCE PHOTOJOURNALISM
2003 - Present

•Cover of the 2005 PA travel guide as well as various works in the quarterly magazine “Pursuits.” Center spread photo for “United States Hang Gliding Association,” Volume 34, Issue 3, March 2004. Various photo projects for a wide spectrum of clients. Please see my home page for samples of my work.

EDUCATION

THE ART INSTITUTE OF PITTSBURGH
Associates Degree in Specialized Technology, 1989
Major: Industrial Design and Technology

THE ART INSTITUTE OF PITTSBURGH
Attended classes in the Specialized Technology Program. 1996 - 1998
Major: Computer Animation & Multimedia

THE ART INSTITUTE OF PITTSBURGH
Bachelors in Science, 2004 w/ Honors
Major: Industrial Design and Technology BS