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Production Experience

Art Department

Art Dept. Coordinator | Rogers Communications x Toronto Blue Jays | Commercial Series | 2026 | PD: Lisa Gigliotti

Art Dept. Coordinator | Happily Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True | Feature Film | 2026 | PD: Russell Smith

Production Designer | Christmas Persuasion | Feature Film | 2025

Production Designer | "Dear Mom, I Love You" | Short Film | 2025 | Penny Lane Films

Production Designer | "SunDaze" | Short Film | 2025 | Penny Lane Films

Production Designer | Sunnyside | Feature Film | 2025 | Artisan Park Productions

Art Dept. Coordinator | Lovely Day - Puma collaboration | Commercial | 2024 | PD: Milena DeVincenzo

Art Dept. Coordinator | Horizon: An American Saga: Chapter 2 | Additional Photography | 2024 | PD: Derek R. Hill

Art Dept. Coordinator | Tide x Olympics | Commercial | 2024 | PD: Lester Cohen

Art Dept. Coordinator | Dash - Sprite Olympics | Commercial | 2024 | PD: William Pierce

Art Dept. Coordinator | Powerade - Olympics | Commercial | 2024 | PD: Laura Ochoa

Art Dept. CoordinatorThe Kid  | Feature Film | 2024 | PD: Mark Garner

Art Dept. Coordinator | Horizon: An American Saga: Chapter 2 | Feature Film | 2023 | PD: Derek R. Hill

Production Designer Assistant | Horizon: An American Saga: Chapter 1 | Feature Film | 2022 | PD: Derek R. Hill

Production Designer Assistant | Tom Clancy's: Jack Ryan | TV Series - S4 | 2021 - 2022 | PD: Derek R. Hill

Art Dept. Coordinator | Playing Through | Feature Film | 2021 | PD: Holley Morgan

Art Dept. Coordinator | David Makes Man | TV Series - S2 | 2020 - 2021 | PD: Mark Garner

Lead Scenic Painter | "Super Fries" | Short Film | May 2019 

Propmaker | Full Sail University Hall of Fame stage display | May 2019 | PD: Frank Geremia

Propmaker | Semi-permanent set for Full Sail University's Film Production Master's degree program | March 2019

Art Dept. Production Assistant | Assorted Rooster Teeth Productions | 2018 | PD: Marcus LaPorte

Propmaker | "Dracula" | TV Series - Pilot | October 2017

Art Director | "Carnevil" | Live Event - Full Sail University Events | Oct 2017

Art Director & Set Dresser | “Honey I’m Home” | Short Film | Oct 2017

Art Director | “Tailor Made: The Tacky Wave” | Documentary | Sep 2017

Art Director | "Unboxing Videos" for Kenai Adventure Company | Advertisement series | June 2017

Set Decoration Department

Shopper Wells Fargo x Visa Olympics  | Commercial | 2024 | Designer: Jace Ford | Decorator: Holley Morgan

Set Decoration Dept. Coordinator | Rap Sh*t | TV Series - Pilot | 2021 | Decorator: Holley Morgan

Set Dresser | Preach | TV Series | 2020 | Decorator: Tiffany Windsor

Set Decoration Dept. Production Assistant  | The Right Stuff | TV Series | 2019 | Decorator: Maria Nay

Set Dresser | “T.C.S.Y” by Jungle | Music Video | August 2017

Other Experience

Press Production Assistant | Fast & Furious 9 - Miami Press Tour | Advertisement | Jan 2020

Studio Photography Intern | WWE NXT  | TV Show | 2018-2019

Unit Production Manager | “Roulette” | Short Film | 2018 

 

Other Experience

Work Study for Full Sail University's Film Department | January 2018 – July 2019

As an intern for the "Project and Portfolio IV" course, I supported over 30 student film productions by assisting with art department decision-making and hands-on production support. Managed and organized soundstages, set decoration, and prop areas while supervising students during skill-building labs. Also provided guidance to students working as D.I.T.s and supported them in editing their short films, helping ensure projects moved smoothly from production through post-production.

 

Live-Action Art Department Intern for Rooster Teeth Productions | June 2018 to August 2018

Supported art department operations by managing receipts, tracking purchases, and maintaining up-to-date budgets. Collaborated with Art Directors to source and purchase materials for multiple sets and events, including the RTX Coop pop-up shop and the Dude Soup podcast set. Additionally worked as a Production Assistant on several short films and photo shoots, contributing to day-to-day production needs.

Social Media Intern | Making A Difference Foundation | May 2016 to June 2016

At MADF, I managed all social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, creating and scheduling daily content to engage and grow audiences. I conducted a comprehensive audit of the organization’s online presence, updating outdated information across all accounts and external platforms to ensure accuracy and consistency. Additionally, I independently developed and implemented Google Ads campaigns for multiple programs, acquiring the necessary expertise through self-directed learning. This role required a combination of strategic planning, content creation, and digital marketing skills to enhance MADF’s visibility and outreach.

Education
 

Master of Science in Entertainment Business (M.S.) | Valedictorian | Full Sail University

 

Full Sail University's Extended Studies Internship Program | Summer Semester of 2018

 

Bachelor of Science in Film (B.S.) | Salutatorian | Full Sail University

 

As an Art Department Coordinator, I -

- Assist in the preparation of weekly payroll, record and track labor budgets, liaison with the payroll department and assist to create resolutions to any issues that may arise
- Assist in the creation of budgets 

- Reconcile receipts
- Record, track and report expenses

- Liaison with the legal team to obtain proper legal clearances and rental agreements from vendors
- Handle and coordinate basic office manager tasks (supplies, lunches, deliveries, etc)
- Multitask and prioritize the department's needs 
appropriately
- Train and supervise 2-3 assistants
- Provide basic IT support in regards to internet issues, printers, or other similar devices
- Quick learner and adapter of new technology 

- Maintain a clearly organized digital record of all of the department's files (works in progress and completed)
- Use strong intrapersonal and communication skills frequently and efficiently with all other departments
- Effectively communicate with vendors over the phone and via e-mail
- Use strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, analyze and resolve issues efficiently
- Timely respond to inquiries with accurate information

- Quickly respond and work to resolve any "9-1-1" issues even outside of scheduled hours, if necessary.  
- Act with a high level of integrity and trustworthiness with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately

 

SOFTWARE SKILLS

Hot Budget, Showbiz Budgeting, Greenslate (Accounting), Digital Purchase Order, EP SmartPO


Wrapbook (Payroll), EP SmartTime,


CASHét, Ramp, Concur, BILL


Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace,

iWork (Apple Programs)


Box, Dropbox


Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign


Scenechronize


Airtable, Discord and Slack Platforms


Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, & Indesign



Final Cut X and Pro


Final Draft 12 & 13, Scriptation

 

BUSINESS SKILLS

Production Design Lookbooks


Project Management Plans/ Labor Flow Charts



Expense Tracking & Reconciliation


Location Permitting


Clearances


Trademark and Intellectual Property Applications


Search Engine Optimization and Marketing


Business Plan Development


Film/TV Pitch Decks



Pro Forma Income Statements 

 

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