I am an experienced 3D generalist and animation consultant specializing in visual storytelling for legal professionals. With a background in visual effects, animation, and virtual production, I help attorneys leverage high-quality animations to clarify complex cases and strengthen courtroom presentations. My expertise extends to motion graphic design, photogrammetry (3D scanning), and live video production, ensuring compelling and accurate visual representations of evidence.
I hold an MFA in Animation and VFX from the Academy of Art University (2014) and currently serve as Chair of Visual Arts at John Paul the Great Catholic University in San Diego County, CA. I teach courses in Maya, Unreal Engine, Photoshop, Substance Painter, Xsens MVN Animate (MoCap), After Effects, and more. Passionate about the intersection of animation and advocacy, I am dedicated to creating visuals that educate, persuade, and support legal professionals in achieving justice.
Developed a WSCUC-accredited BFA in Visual Arts degree with four emphases: Animation, Game Development, Graphic Design, and Illustration. Program launch Fall 2023
Responsible for overseeing curriculum, managing ~10 full-time and adjunct professors, assessing program learning outcomes, creating and maintaining relationships with companies for student internships and job placement, and teaching courses
Redeveloped and oversaw expansion of curriculum
Managed 5-10 adjunct professors
Supervised the Animation Senior Project course sequence
Mentored students preparing to enter the Animation and Game industries
Developed and spearheaded Illustration and Graphic Design programs (launched Fall 2019)
Designed a new university study abroad program and taught its first lead-in course on Renaissance and Counter-Reformation Art History in Rome and Florence (Winter 2020, trip cancelled)
