Education
MFA in Entrepreneurial Digital Cinema
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
Graduated December 2016 (GPA: 3.85)
University Award for Excellence by a Graduate Teaching Assistant, 2015
Recipient of the Adler Family Fund for Excellence Scholarship, 2014-2015
MA in Telecommunications (Digital Storytelling)
Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Graduated July 2010
Dean’s Citation for Academic Excellence (GPA: 4.0)
Future Filmmaker Award – Ball State University TCOM Department, 2009
BA in English (Creative Writing) and Theater/Speech
Union University, Jackson, TN
Minors: Interdisciplinary Honors and Film Studies
Graduated May 2007
Magna Cum Laude (GPA: 3.8)
Recipient of the 2007 Medal of Academic Excellence in Theater/Speech
Best Supporting Actor – Union University, 2005
Arts and Entertainment Editor, Cardinal and Cream, Fall 2006.
Media Production Experience
The Further Adventures of Walt’s Frozen Head
Feature film
Director, Writer, and Producer
Currently in-consideration at film festivals
Featured in Orlando Sentinel, /Film, Attractions Magazine, and Orlando Weekly
Lightning in a Bottle
Feature film
Director, Writer, and Producer
First showing on April 27, 2012
Finding Xanadu: The Life and Films of Samuel W. Truss
Feature film
Director, Writer, and Producer
Feature length film
First showing on April 22, 2010
A Christmas Carol and It’s a Wonderful Life
Live radio dramas with simultaneous TV broadcasts
Director and Producer
First broadcast on December 5th, 2009 and December 1st, 2012 on Indiana Public Radio
Vagabond Indiana
Half-hour travel show produced for WIPB
Producer, Writer, and Host
Premiered at the Homegrown Hollywood Film Festival, 2010
Work Experience
Digital Marketing Manager and Copywriter
ALPHAEON CREDIT, Newport Beach, CA
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- May 2019 to present
- Conceptualize, write, and edit newsletter articles, promotional materials, email marketing & social media strategy for both partner practices (B2B) and patients (B2C)
- Design and manage creative assets for print, web, and email
- Negotiate with vendors, printers, compliance teams, and internal parties to keep consistent messaging across platforms
- Implement paid and organic digital marketing strategy
Chief Creative Officer and Head of New Product Development
FRESHeTECH LLC, Orlando, FL
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- May 2014 to May 2014
- Created and/or oversaw product launches, including product packaging, manuals, and photography for over 25 new products and multiple relaunches
- Designed, developed, and maintained websites for clients, as well as our own sites which have grossed over $1.5 million in sales
- Directed direct-to-consumer marketing, including online advertising strategy and email blasts
- Conceptualized and implemented brand development and visual identity for multiple product lines as well as collaborating with outside clients
- Produced, shot, edited and narrated promotional and product instructional videos
Media Director
Life Church, Orlando, FL
September 2013 to August 2014
- Configured, coordinated, and operated lighting systems, audio/visual equipment, and multiple projectors, both for atmospheric and presentational purposes
- Designed and prepared all print media, web design, and social media marketing
- Coordinated and trained volunteers
Owner & President
Dog Named Spot Media, Muncie, IN
August 2010 to August 2013
- Pitching, pricing, and fulfilling corporate video services
- Meeting the needs of clients for both filming and post production
- Researching equipment purchases and trouble shooting
- Coordinating and scheduling temporary employees
Digital Media Design
TCOM Department, Ball State University, Muncie, IN
August 2009 to May 2010
- Conceptualizing and developing digital media elements for the National Road Museum in Cambridge City, Indiana
- Prototyping designs and coordinating with other teams and with museum personnel
- Working with other creative individuals in a team setting
Teaching Experience
Instructor of Media Studies
Taylor University, Upland, IN
August 2012 to May 2013
Classes Taught:
- Media Scriptwriting
- Media Theory & Ethics
- Audio Production, Media & Society
- Photoshop
- Feature Screenwriting
Adjunct Professor of Media Studies
Taylor University, Upland, IN
August 2011 to May 2012
Classes Taught:
- Media Scriptwriting
- Media Theory & Ethics
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
August 2013 to December 2015
Teacher’s Assistant for:
- Film History I
- Intro to Film Production
- Images of Women in Film
- Cinema Survey
Teacher of Record for:
- Short Script I
- Cinema Survey
University Award for Excellence by a Graduate Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
COMM Department, Ball State University, Muncie, IN
August 2008 to May 2009
Taught Introduction to Public Speaking
Theater Director
Gibson County High School, Dyer, Tennessee
January 2006 to May 2007
Awards & Presentations
- Two-time successful Kickstarter-er, including one project featured in Kickstarter’s “Projects We Love”
- University Award for Excellence by a Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Central Florida, 2015 - Recipient of the Adler Family Fund for Excellence Scholarship, 2014-2015
- Moderator, Scriptwriting Panel, Gen-Con Film Festival, 2012
- Selected for the 2011 Taliesin Nexus Filmmaker’s Workshop
- 2009 WIPB Student Grant Initiative
- Future Filmmaker Award
Ball State TCOM Department, 2009 - 2007 Medal of Academic Excellence in Theater/Speech
Union University - National Merit Finalist, 2003
Memberships & Service
- Board Member, Cotinga Foundation
September 2014 – present - Artistic Director, Heartland Theater Company
July 2011 – August 2013 - Taliesin Nexus, Alumnus
- Indiana Film Network, Member
- Alpha Psi Omega