Education

Cornell University- Ithaca, NY   -   Bachelor of Fine Arts, May 2007
Concentration in Printmaking and Photography   -   Dean's List   -   Cumulative GPA: 3.508

Computer and Fine Art Skills

Coursework demonstrates thorough knowledge and experience with Adobe Photoshop CS2, Adobe Illustrator CS2, exposure to InDesign, photo processing with Capture One Software, and Digital Video editing using Final Cut Pro 4. I am proficient in web programming with XHTML, CSS, and PHP. Trained in such traditional processes as drawing, oil painting, and lithography.

Experience

Men's Vogue - Unis Collection   New York, NY Jun 5, 2007

• Production assistant to photographer Micaela Rossato

Micaela Rossato   Portrait Lighting and Post production Workshop Mar 26 - 30, 2007

John Gruen   On Site Photography Workshop Feb 5 - 9, 2007

20x24 Polaroid   Workshop with John Reuter Apr 9 - 13, 2007

Trevor Dixon Photography   Philadelphia, PA Dec - Jan 2006/07

• Studio production associate scheduling and client relations

• Assisted studio lighting and creative direction on the following photo shoots:

Philadelphia Magazine   Philadelphia, PA May - Aug 2006

• Retouched images
• Production Aid for Fall Fashion Shoot
• Photographed headshots for feature article [View]
• Photographed select items[View], and 'On the Street' scenes [View]

Philadelphia Inquirer   Conshohocken, PA May - Aug 2005

• Interned with the head Photo Editor in the suburban office
• Accompanied several photographers on photo shoots
• Helped to organize and select photographs for local columns

American Theater Arts for Youth, Inc.   National touring theater company   Philadelphia, PA May - Aug 2005

• Responsible for painting scenery and backdrops, completing set repairs
• Assisted the manager of Production Studios in scenic design

Apprenticeship with artist: Liz Goldberg   Philadelphia, PA July 2005

Publications/Exhibitions

Cornell Architecture, Art, and Planning (AAP) Rome Program: Marketing Brochure 2006

• Included five original photographs

Cornell AAP Rome Program: Rome exhibition poster2006

• Incorporated three original photographs

Cornell AAP Rome Program: Group Exhibition2006

• Participated in both Rome and Ithaca

Cornell Art Publication (CAP) 2006

• Published an original poster [View Poster]

The Philadelphia Inquirer Aug, Sept, Oct 2005

• Published three photographs in 'Your Best Photo' column [View Images]

National Society of Collegiate Scholars 2003 - 2007

Certifications/Activities

CPR, First Aid, AED
Aerobics & Fitness Assoc. of America (AFAA) Certification for Primary Group Fitness
Kickboxing Instructor
Cornell Alpine Ski Racing Team