Work Experience:
2020- Present: 3D Storyboard Artist, Lucasfilm, Ltd.
The Bad Batch- Created previz storyboards using proprietary software. Adapted script to serve needs of story, assets, and layout. Created animatic footage and edited shots to make rough sequences.
2021: Storyboard Artist, Lex & Otis
Ark: The Animated Series- Boarded out action sequences and dramatic moments using Toonboom Storyboard Pro. Worked quickly, efficiently, and remotely. Created rough scene mockup in Blender for useful reference in large scale battle scenes.
2017- 2019: Storyboard Artist for Dreamworks TV
Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts, Dragons: Rescue Riders, Madagascar: A Little Wild Worked with Director and other artists to visualize the script. Creatively found ways to enhance the story for each episode, as well as problem solve for animation and layout.
2016: Storyboard Revisionist for Dragons: Race to the Edge, Dreamworks TV
Worked with director to address changes to boards. Cleaned up rough boards, and drew original storyboards as needed.
2016- Present: Storyboard Artist for Frameworks Artists, Inc.
Worked with Directors and clients to produce storyboards for live action shooting of commercials. Clients included: Bud Light, Snickers, Cabellas, Honda, and Mattel.
Education:
San Jose State University - BFA Animation/Illustration
concentration in Animation and Storyboarding 3.9 GPA
President’s Scholar, Humanities Honors Program