Resume
Experience
BROADCAST TEACHER
2018-CURRENT
Carthage ISD
Carthage, TX
I currently teach Principles of Art, A/V Technology and Communications, A/V Productions 1 and 2, and Practicum of AV Productions. My students and I manage the "Big Dawg Jumbotron" at the football stadium and operate the highly successful media platforms for CHS-TV. Additionally, I serve as the lead advisor for the CHS chapter of the Technology Student Association.
MEDIA COORDINATOR
2020-2024
Texas Technology Student Association
Remote
I collaborated with the Texas Technology Student Association (TSA) Officer team and staff to manage our social media and web presence. My responsibilities include creating content for our social media platforms and website, as well as electronically disseminating information to advisors. TSA is a national organization and the second-largest Career and Technology Student Organization in Texas, boasting over 40,000 student members.
AUDIO VISUAL TEACHER
2013-2018
Athens ISD
Athens, TX
I taught a diverse array of subjects, including Audio Visual Productions, Graphic Design and Illustration, Yearbook, and Robotics. My teaching portfolio also includes Principles of Art, A/V Technology, and Communications, as well as Animation. As the Broadcast Team sponsor, I oversaw the video board at the football stadium. My students and I successfully ran a print shop out of my classroom, with all proceeds reinvested into the program. Additionally, my students were active participants in the Technology Student Association, and together we founded the first chapter at Athens High School.
GRAPHIC ARTIST
2012-2013
Green Acres Baptist Church
Tyler, TX
I was responsible for creating all digital artwork for the church. Each week, I produced promotional slides in Photoshop to highlight upcoming events and activities, prepared the Pastor’s sermon notes for Sunday services, and created worship service videos.
CREATIVE SERVICES PRODUCER
2011-2012
KOCO-TV
I produced new commercials for station branding, collaborating daily with newscast producers, anchors, reporters, directors, and engineering staff. Each commercial had to meet strict deadlines, requiring my production work to continuously adapt to the evolving news cycle.
Oklahoma City, OK
OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN
2009-2011
KOCO-TV
Oklahoma City, OK
As a key member of the engineering department, I gained extensive experience working with a variety of equipment. I honed my ability to perform under pressure, ensuring the quality of nightly newscasts, and developed a strong tolerance for the fast-paced newsroom environment.
Education
Baylor University
Bachelors Degree
Film and Digital Media
2006-2009
Attending Baylor University, I dedicated myself to completing my Film and Digital Media degree in just three years. I engaged in a rigorous curriculum that included courses such as Writing for Media Markets, Mass Productions, Production Methods 1 & 2, Introduction to Mass Communications, Media & Society, Digital Media Technologies, Diffusions of Innovations, and History of Motion Pictures. These classes provided a comprehensive education, blending theoretical insights with practical skills, and prepared me to excel in the dynamic field of film and media.
Sam Houston State University
Master's Degree
Instructional Design and Technology Systems
2024-current
Enrolling in the Master’s program for Instructional Design Systems and Technology at Sam Houston State University in the fall of 2024, I have immersed myself in a rigorous curriculum tailored to develop advanced expertise in instructional design. The coursework covers areas such as instructional theories, digital learning tools, design thinking, and evaluation methodologies. This program blends theoretical foundations with practical applications, equipping me with the skills needed to create engaging and effective learning solutions in diverse educational and professional settings.
Professional skillset
Creative Writing
Adobe Creative Suite
Creative Design
Adobe Photoshop
Online Content Creation
Adobe Photoshop Certified
Graphic Design Software
Adobe Premiere Pro
Creative Content Creation
Adobe Premiere Pro Certified
Social Media Management
Adobe Certified Professional: Video Design