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Work Background
Prime Numbers Films, LLCOwner/Editor
Jan. 2016San Francisco Bay Area● As the head of Prime Number Films, I direct both operations and creative ventures. I’ve planned and produced projects from feature-length films to shorts, and both animated and live-action work. ● I provide creative oversight and collaborate closely with my team on editing, writing, and developing content. In addition, I facilitate pitches and source funding. ● Prime Number Films has launched projects ranging from the critically-acclaimed short film The White Bull to a pilot for an inventive animated series, Quest for BIG.
Bonfire LabsEditor/Production Technologist
Jan. 2007 - Jan. 2016San Francisco Bay Area● At Bonfire, I provided both technical and creative support to projects for a range of clients, including Apple, Sony, Google, and Salesforce. ● Leveraging skills in Adobe Suite, Final Cut Pro, and other software, I orchestrated work for animation, live-action, stop motion, on-screen demos, and more. ● In addition, I oversaw hardware and software solutions, with an emphasis on backup and security. As the company grew, I scaled up the shop to ensure exceptional potential, including setting up a 130TB Storage Area Network.
BuderEngel and Friends/See/OWN+PIT Director/Video Editor
Mar. 2003 - Nov. 2007San Francisco, California, United States● In this role, I delivered editing projects as well as IT support for clients like Disney Mobile, Otis Spunkmeyer, Electronic Arts, and AAA.
● I liaised closely with clients to pinpoint optimized solutions for IT needs, particularly for advanced backup security structures. ● At the same time, I developed creative reels for AAA ($6M), The Picture People ($10M), and Disney Mobile ($24M). ● In addition, I launched a post-production subsidiary, BE Post, that became profitable within its first week of operation.
Big Red Pixel Productions, Inc.IT Manager/VFX Artist
Mar. 2001 - Oct. 2001Santa Monica, California, United States● As an IT Manager and VFX Artist, I built the infrastructure that facilitated BRPP’s high-end motion graphics studio. ● My innovative solutions in this role included implementing data transfer methods than enabled the company to produce products more securely and efficiently. ● In addition, I utilized a variety of effects tools for VFX tasks like 2D and 3D masking, compositing, and tracking. ● I also built strong relationships with MGM and Universal to facilitate project development.
zeferManager of Information Systems
Aug. 1999 - Feb. 2001San Francisco, California, United States● At Zefer, I oversaw maintenance and growth for 150 computers running Mac, Windows, and Solaris platforms. I served as a point person for the company’s technology needs (including leading the national IT team), with a track record of identifying and implementing solutions to increase efficiency and revenue potential. ● In addition, I generated policies and procedures for hardware and software administration as well as backup systems and disaster recovery.
FrankelSr. Work Group Tech Rep
Jan. 1997 - Dec. 1998
Apple ComputerQA Engineer
Jan. 1996 - Dec. 1997
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