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Senior Art Director
Walt Disney Co.
Anaheim, CA
Feb 2005 - Present (16 years 2 months)
Provided creative artistic support though the development of conceptual design, production art, and final art direction on various projects at Disney properties world-wide. Developed ideas integral to the Disney brand that supported special events, seasonal decor, photo locations, parades, and theatrical shows. Lead various graphics, rendering, and modeling art teams to help support on larger projects. Proficient at managing multiple projects and adept at communicating with various team leaders, often partnering with other brands including Disney Channel, Pixar, Tim Burton Productions, Lucas Films, and Marvel. Notable projects include: runDisney Half Marathon events; Mickey’s Halloween Party, Mickey and the Magical Map; Tournament of Roses parade float; Marvel Super Hero Summer (Hong Kong Disneyland) and Journey to Halloween Town (Hong Kong Disneyland).
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Concept Designer
Mattel Inc.
El Segundo, CA
1998 - 2004 (6 years)
Designed themed displays and environments for various Toy Fair events around the world. Responsibilities included sketching, drafting, and 3D renderings that communicated the dimensional visual background for the toys on display. Developed the design for the Barbie Dream Home display at the Times Square Toys “R” Us store. Worked with various brands including Hot Wheels, Barbie, and Fisher-Price.
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Art Director
Angel City Designs
Los Angeles, CA
2002 - 2002
Responsible for concept renderings, art direction and coordination for themed parties, special events, movie premiers, and trade show exhibits.
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Designer
Siteline Productions
Costa Mesa, CA
2001 - 2002 (1 year)
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Concept Designer
Penwal Industries
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
1999 - 1999
Provided concept development and designs for trade shows, building facades, and themed environments. Led other designers and graphic artists in development and production.
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Art Director
Universal Studios
Universal City, CA
1997 - 1999 (2 years)
Provided services as a consultant on projects within the Entertainment Department, including Halloween Horror Nights attractions and park decor; Studio Tour scenic enhancements; The Mummy film premiere display at the Universal Citywalk Cinema.
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Show Set Designer
Universal Studios Japan
Universal City, CA
1997 - 1998 (1 year)
Developed designs for shows for a new theme park in Osaka, Japan. With the Art Director in producing renderings, drafting, and model construction. Primary focus was on Beetlejuice’s Graveyard Review; Animal Actors Show; The Wild, Wild, Wild West Stunt Show; and Snoopy Studios.
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Set Designer
Lexington
Los Angeles, CA
1997 - 1997
Developed designs and drafting for various projects including The Robot Zoo - an interactive touring children’s exhibit. Also designed elements for projects at Kennedy Space Center, and Nintendo.
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Design Supervisor
Knott's Berry Farm
Buena Park, CA
1991 - 1997 (6 years)
Managed the Entertainment Design and Park Decorating Departments. Duties included concept design and development for new shows and events; create and maintain annual budget; design and coordination of permanent park attractions; established and maintained vendor relations; and overall production design and supervision of the Halloween Haunt event.