CV

October 2023 - Present

FOUNDER & LEAD DESIGNER

7ER0, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Founded a sustainable company focused on fabricating AI-generated designs into physical products, using cutting-edge generative AI tools and sustainable materials.
Leveraged over a decade of experience in animation, UI/UX, 3D visualization, and VR to create environmentally responsible designs.
Integrated game engine technology (Unity and Unreal Engine) and VR tools to prototype, visualize, and simulate design concepts, ensuring a seamless user experience.
Developed generative AI workflows for concept ideation, rapidly iterating designs based on AI input and user feedback.
Managed all aspects of production, including 3D modeling, prototyping, and material sourcing.

July 2009 - Present

Freelance, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Delivered comprehensive design services, including video production, post-production, motion graphics, and animation for online marketing promotions.
Created 3D graphics and animations driven by sound input, developed 3D character rigs, and produced wireframes and UI/UX prototypes for proprietary mobile and touchscreen applications.
Specialized in game engine UI design and VR, leveraging Unreal Engine, Unity, and VR tools for interactive and immersive real-time projects.
Integrated generative AI (GenAI) tools into design workflows, producing AI-enhanced visuals and assets for cutting-edge projects.
Produced original CG characters and animated shorts using tools such as Maya, Blender, and Cinema 4D.
Developed and managed branding and visual content for various clients, including album covers, music videos, and corporate presentations.

December 2013 - November 2016

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development, Sunnyvale, California

Developed 3D real-time OpenGL workflows for vehicle UI design, using proprietary rendering engines for future Mercedes-Benz head units.
Designed and produced motion graphics for promotional content, including social media, presentations, and in-vehicle UI systems.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to produce innovative visual content that elevated the company’s digital strategy.

July 2011 - December 2013

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development, Palo Alto, California

Design, develop motion graphics and multimedia assets for UI concepts and promotional videos.

Edited and produced promotional videos integrating 3D and motion graphics to enhance user engagement with mobile apps.
Created and managed motion graphics assets for company marketing materials and presentation content.

June 2008 - July 2009

KMTP - TV, Palo Alto, California

Produced over 30 aired shorts including writing, directing, storyboarding, filming, editing, audio, motion graphics, and effects
Produced and edited motion graphics, special effects, and video content for Bay Area Minority TV station.
Composed, curated, and incorporated music soundtracks.

January 2005 - June 2008

Alpha Graphics, San Francisco, California

Lead multimedia producer for the top-performing branch of SFO-based print and multimedia chain.

Advanced digital photo retouching, color corrected, audio enhanced, and authored DVD products
Recorded, normalized, and equalized audio tracks for legal deposition video and audio recordings
Performed graphic design and layout including original logo creation and info-graphics

January 2005 - December 2006

D7TV, San Francisco, California

Modo 3D Training, MBRDNA, July and September 2014
Siemens NX Basics Training, MBRDNA, May 2014
Python Programming, UCSC Extension Silicon Valley, Summer 2012
3D Animation and Special Effects Certificate, BAVC, San Francisco, California, January 2011