Concept Artist and Experience Designer. extensive art and design training and skills in fabrication for stage and entertainment. Excels in hand-drawn concept illustration, digital rendering, and both independent and collaborative projects. Possesses a detail-oriented mindset and works well in cross-disciplinary environments
Education
Master of Fine Arts, Themed Entertainment Design 2023 - 2025
Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA
Bachelor of Arts, Studio Art 2018 - 2022
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN
summa cum laude
Work Experience
Shop Technician - Scenic Art and Carpentry April 2023 - Present
Savannah Scenic Services / Plague Productions - Savannah, GA
Construction of scenic elements for themed installations and environments
Creation of custom texture and paint finishes
Preparation of scenic elements for travel and assist with install on location
Assistant Art Director / Lead Fabricator Sept 2024 - Nov 2024
SCADPro X Universal Creative - SCAD Sponsored Course
SCADPro collaborated with Universal Creative to develop concepts for Universal Destinations and ExperiencesScenic Carpenter June 2022 - June 2023
Guthrie Theater - Minneapolis, MN
Read and interpreted blueprints to build set pieces
Applied knowledge of carpentry, metalworking, rigging, and operation of heavy machinery daily
Contributed to weekly meetings regarding the building, design process, and vision for the production
Collaborated with design, scenic, and stagehand departments to execute the aesthetic goals of the set
Scene Shop Staff Sept 2019 - May 2022
University of Minnesota Department of Theatre Arts and Dance - Minneapolis, MN
Interpreted designer's models to create set and prop pieces for up to four shows each season
Instructed two classes of practicum students each semester in learning carpentry and painting skills for live theater
read blueprints and model renderings to construct set pieces for theaters throughout the Twin Cities
