The Formal Stuff

Resume

Where I've worked, what I know, and what I've shipped. For the longer story, check out About.

What I've Actually Done

  • 33 projects across installation, performance, public commissions, and workshops — all documented in the archive.
  • 2 permanent public installations still standing in Cincinnati (3CDC and ArtsWave commissions, 2021–2022).
  • Shown at 6 major venues: Contemporary Arts Center, FotoFocus Biennial, BLINK Cincinnati (1M+ festival visitors), and more.
  • 7 years as Senior Preparator at the Contemporary Arts Center — 20+ exhibition cycles of building, hanging, and problem-solving.
  • 8 hands-on workshops at museums, libraries, and festivals — everything from Arduino synths to sound sculptures.
  • Currently teaching 3 tracks: Digital Worlds, Technical Theater, and D&D-based learning (K–12).
  • Built and maintain a custom registration system for Leaves of Learning (TypeScript, Angular, Nest.js, PostgreSQL).

Experience

Educator & IT Manager

Leaves of Learning
2021–Present Cincinnati, OH
  • Teach 3 course tracks: Digital Worlds, Technical Theater, and D&D-based creative learning (K–12)
  • Manage school-wide technology infrastructure, SIS administration, and Cisco Meraki network
  • Built and maintain custom registration system serving school operations (TypeScript, Angular, Nest.js, PostgreSQL)
  • Developed original curriculum integrating computing history, AI ethics, web development, and systems thinking

Co-Founder & Artist

Intermedio
2014–2024 Cincinnati, OH
  • 33 projects across installation, performance, workshop, and public commission — documented portfolio at /portfolio/
  • Presented at 6 major venues: Contemporary Arts Center, FotoFocus Biennial, BLINK Cincinnati, Eaux Claires Festival, Wave Pool Gallery, Visionaries + Voices
  • Built multichannel audio systems (up to 24 channels), touch/motion sensors, LED rigs, and swarm-behavior algorithms
  • 2 permanent public installations commissioned: "Twist" (Court Street Plaza, 3CDC) and "Embedded" (ArtsWave, GBBN)

Senior Preparator

Contemporary Arts Center
2015–2022 Cincinnati, OH
  • Managed installation logistics for 20+ exhibition cycles across 7 years
  • Worked with curators and artists on exhibit planning and spatial design
  • Constructed temporary walls/platforms, lighting systems, and display infrastructure
  • Maintained OSHA and ADA compliance, collections care, and environmental monitoring

Guest Critic

University of Cincinnati & University of Kentucky
2018–2021 Cincinnati / Lexington
  • Provided feedback on student work in studio and design courses

Electronics Repair Technician

A-Hi Computers and Electronics
2012–2013 Cincinnati, OH
  • Diagnosed and repaired computers, televisions, and audio equipment

AmeriCorps Member

Wyoming Fine Arts Center
2011–2012 Wyoming, OH
  • Organized concerts and community arts programming
  • Served as liaison between instructors and the community

Education

Bachelor of Music, Composition

Heidelberg University
2011 Tiffin, OH

Technical Skills

Audio Max/MSP, Ableton Live, Logic Pro, multichannel spatial audio, sound design
Visual TouchDesigner, LED control systems, projection mapping, DMX lighting
Electronics Arduino, ESP32, custom circuit design, PCB, Raspberry Pi
Programming TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Angular, Nest.js, Astro, React
AI/ML Claude, GPT-4, LangGraph, Ollama, Whisper, prompt engineering
Infrastructure Network administration, Google Admin, Cisco Meraki, PostgreSQL
Design Affinity Photo/Designer, Figma, Blender, DaVinci Resolve

Selected Exhibitions

Contemporary Arts Center, CincinnatiFotoFocus BiennialBLINK CincinnatiEaux Claires Festival, WIWave Pool Gallery, CincinnatiVisionaries + Voices, Cincinnati

Full portfolio available at /portfolio/