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about

Independent video producer, music composer and founding partner of North Coast Post LLC, a visual communications firm that builds meaningful brands through developing brand assets, purpose-driven strategy and authentic content marketing.

Out-of-the-Box

I generate forward thinking ideas that surprise with a bold perspective. Is there another way to think about this? Yes, and it's not natural. How else do you expect to stand out in this mess?

Energizing

I come fully charged and my energy is contagious. If your project or business needs a jump start, pour me another shot of espresso and let's get our wheels turning. It'll be really fun.

Social

I have no aversion to extraversion and live to communicate and share inspiring ideas—in person or online, one-on-one, in a group, to the masses, verbally or non, tastefully or otherwise.

Enthusiastic

I am so F**CKING EXCITED right now to meet new collaborators and put my technical skills to work for a purpose I believe in. One that involves, creativity, independence, health and happiness.

Skills

Video Production

100%

Content Strategy

90%

Interviewing & Storytelling

90%

Music & Sound Design

95%

History

My first job out of college was an Atlanta-based internship at CNN’s Larry King Live. I ended up staying with the show for twelve years until its final broadcast on December 16, 2010. By this time, I had married graphic designer Kristen Alden and we had two beautiful children. We decided to take the family on an adventure by moving to California where I worked as a Social Media Director for Claremont McKenna College, then as Producer/Editor for Fuse News. After three exciting—yet exhausting—years in L.A., Kristen and I bought a small production company in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We operated and grew the business for two years before selling it; just in time for our return to Atlanta (now with three beautiful children) where we continue to work for ourselves and our beloved clients as North Coast Post.

portfolio

I've worked as Producer, Video Editor, Director of Social Media, Content Strategist, Studio & Stage Musician, Manager, Writer, Contributor, and Marketing Consultant for various clients and projects.