Creative Director

Best of The Bay TV (Broadcast/Web Production industry)

September 2007 – Present

Best of the Bay TV / Best of LA TV is a half hour show that introduces some of the best in the region to millions of savvy California consumers each year in the best possible and most cost-effective way.  The Television Programs “Best of the Bay TV” is aired on KRON 4 and “Best of LA TV”  is aired in southern california on KCOP13 & ION9.

Reporting to the Executive Producer, responsible for translating marketing objective into creative strategies, designs, and plans.  Manage graphic design, website development, work flow development, advertising, and promotions.  Develop, manage, motivate, and retain creative department staff. Assist the Production Department by setting design parameters and stylistic guidelines consistent with our brand.

Owner / Creative Director

Jádu Productions (Visual Media industry)

May 2006 – Current

Media Productions consulting service.

Services include all aspects of production to produce Music Videos, Corporate Videos, Infomercials, Commercials & Television Programs.

Partner / Creative Director

élan Productions (Visual  Media industry)

January 2003 – May 2006

élan Productions is a full-service production house that produces television segments and commercials, music videos, documentaries, marketing and promotional videos along with graphic design and photography.

Produced & Directed and also closely worked with Producers & Directors to conceptualize from start to finish with various Video Productions including Music Videos, Corporate Videos, Infomercials, Commercials & Television Programs.

Art Director

Teksia / SiliconIran Magazine (Publishing industry)

May 2001 – November 2002

Organization focused on executive networking and information exchange within international high-tech communities through networking events, exhibitions, and publications. Host of annual International Technology Forum (ITF™).

Oversaw the creative direction, development, and launch of teksia.com & SiliconIran.com. Designed & created the Silicon Iran Magazine.

Project Manager

Tradius Corporation (Internet industry)

September 2000 – May 2001

Tradius Corporation was a business services company that managed, marketed and processed transactions for a fully integrated global payment system that included a proprietary currency, credit card, and online services.

Directly involved in the employee screening and hiring process. Managed a team of 6 Engineers. Responsible for setting timelines, allocating resources, and managing daily activities in the IT department. Facilitated office relocation & managed various projects & initiatives. Practiced creative problem solving, consistency, attention to detail and follow-through.

Project Leader

Tradius Corporation (Internet industry)

April 2000 – September 2000

Tradius Corporation was a business services company that managed, marketed and processed transactions for a fully integrated global payment system that included a proprietary currency, credit card, and online services.

Oversaw the creative direction, development, and integration of website. Promoted the website and web team project management procedures. Established internal reporting procedures to track project implementations, production time, resolution time, and system bug fixes. Acted as liaison between the business development team, the web production team, and system development departments. Practiced teamwork, timely feedback and constructive interaction. Managed a team of engineers responsible for Internet & Intranet integration & overall operational implementation.

Sr. Graphic Designer

Tradius Corporation (Internet industry)

July 1999 – April 2000

Tradius Corporation was a business services company that managed, marketed and processed transactions for a fully integrated global payment system that included a proprietary currency, credit card, and online services.

Designed, developed, and implemented Tradius.com. Developed the architecture, UI and site navigation, look and feel, page layout, graphics creation, production and coding of all HTML pages. Collaborated on design and development decisions & protected the integrity of the project in all stages. Designed and developed business presentations, pitches and process maps for CEO, CFO and Marketing Director.

Video Editor / Motion Graphic Artist

eMotion Studios (Media Production industry)

January 1999 – December 1999

Worked directly with producers on various editing projects. Clients included Masters of Animation, E-Loan, and SFO. Edited entirely on Media 100 and Adobe After Affects video editing stations.

Broadcast Internship

KCSM (Broadcast Station)

September 1998 – December 1998

Worked directly with producers & directors on various aspects of multi-camera taped and live productions. Positions included Technical Director, CG Operator, Floor Director and Camera Operator. Worked on programs such as “the New California Media”, “Authors and Critics”, “KCSM Pledge Drive (LIVE)”, “These Times” and “Senior Talk”.

Graphic Designer

In-Depth (Internet industry)

January 1998 – December 1999

Created all graphics and animation for various Internet sites, such as logos, product illustrations, buttons, 3D modeling and animation of products.

Experience

Bachelor of Fine Arts, May 1999 Academy of Art Univeristy, San Francisco, CA

Major: Computer Arts

Minor: Video Editing

Education

- Highly Proficient computer skills.

- Exceptional aesthetic sense and intuitive understanding of design principles.

- Strong leadership, project management & time management skills.

- Passion for art that inspires great design in a team environment.

- Ability to develop strong relationships and work with senior level executives.

- Solid business acumen, management, and problem-solving skills.

- Highly skilled in Photoshop, Illustrator, Office Suites (word, excel, pages, etc..), Editing Suites (Final Cut Pro, AfterEffects, DVD Studio Pro, etc.)

- Knowledge and understanding of various video formats, Image optimization, html, and Filemaker Pro.

- Ability to think creatively within deadlines and pay acute attention to details.

- Proficient in all aspects of Production and Post Production (Shooting, Lighting, Editing, etc..).

Skills

Creative Director

Best of The Bay TV (Broadcast/Web Production industry)

September 2007 – Present

Best of the Bay TV / Best of LA TV is a half hour show that introduces some of the best in the region to millions of savvy California consumers each year in the best possible and most cost-effective way.  The Television Programs “Best of the Bay TV” is aired on KRON 4 and “Best of LA TV”  is aired in southern california on KCOP13 & ION9.

Reporting to the Executive Producer, responsible for translating marketing objective into creative strategies, designs, and plans.  Manage graphic design, website development, work flow development, advertising, and promotions.  Develop, manage, motivate, and retain creative department staff. Assist the Production Department by setting design parameters and stylistic guidelines consistent with our brand.

Owner / Creative Director

Jádu Productions (Visual Media industry)

May 2006 – Current

Media Productions consulting service.

Services include all aspects of production to produce Music Videos, Corporate Videos, Infomercials, Commercials & Television Programs.

Partner / Creative Director

élan Productions (Visual  Media industry)

January 2003 – May 2006

élan Productions is a full-service production house that produces television segments and commercials, music videos, documentaries, marketing and promotional videos along with graphic design and photography.

Produced & Directed and also closely worked with Producers & Directors to conceptualize from start to finish with various Video Productions including Music Videos, Corporate Videos, Infomercials, Commercials & Television Programs.

Art Director

Teksia / SiliconIran Magazine (Publishing industry)

May 2001 – November 2002

Organization focused on executive networking and information exchange within international high-tech communities through networking events, exhibitions, and publications. Host of annual International Technology Forum (ITF™).

Oversaw the creative direction, development, and launch of teksia.com & SiliconIran.com. Designed & created the Silicon Iran Magazine.

Project Manager

Tradius Corporation (Internet industry)

September 2000 – May 2001

Tradius Corporation was a business services company that managed, marketed and processed transactions for a fully integrated global payment system that included a proprietary currency, credit card, and online services.

Directly involved in the employee screening and hiring process. Managed a team of 6 Engineers. Responsible for setting timelines, allocating resources, and managing daily activities in the IT department. Facilitated office relocation & managed various projects & initiatives. Practiced creative problem solving, consistency, attention to detail and follow-through.

Project Leader

Tradius Corporation (Internet industry)

April 2000 – September 2000

Tradius Corporation was a business services company that managed, marketed and processed transactions for a fully integrated global payment system that included a proprietary currency, credit card, and online services.

Oversaw the creative direction, development, and integration of website. Promoted the website and web team project management procedures. Established internal reporting procedures to track project implementations, production time, resolution time, and system bug fixes. Acted as liaison between the business development team, the web production team, and system development departments. Practiced teamwork, timely feedback and constructive interaction. Managed a team of engineers responsible for Internet & Intranet integration & overall operational implementation.

Sr. Graphic Designer

Tradius Corporation (Internet industry)

July 1999 – April 2000

Tradius Corporation was a business services company that managed, marketed and processed transactions for a fully integrated global payment system that included a proprietary currency, credit card, and online services.

Designed, developed, and implemented Tradius.com. Developed the architecture, UI and site navigation, look and feel, page layout, graphics creation, production and coding of all HTML pages. Collaborated on design and development decisions & protected the integrity of the project in all stages. Designed and developed business presentations, pitches and process maps for CEO, CFO and Marketing Director.

Video Editor / Motion Graphic Artist

eMotion Studios (Media Production industry)

January 1999 – December 1999

Worked directly with producers on various editing projects. Clients included Masters of Animation, E-Loan, and SFO. Edited entirely on Media 100 and Adobe After Affects video editing stations.

Broadcast Internship

KCSM (Broadcast Station)

September 1998 – December 1998

Worked directly with producers & directors on various aspects of multi-camera taped and live productions. Positions included Technical Director, CG Operator, Floor Director and Camera Operator. Worked on programs such as “the New California Media”, “Authors and Critics”, “KCSM Pledge Drive (LIVE)”, “These Times” and “Senior Talk”.

Graphic Designer

In-Depth (Internet industry)

January 1998 – December 1999

Created all graphics and animation for various Internet sites, such as logos, product illustrations, buttons, 3D modeling and animation of products.

Experience

Bachelor of Fine Arts, May 1999 Academy of Art Univeristy, San Francisco, CA

Major: Computer Arts

Minor: Video Editing

Education

- Highly Proficient computer skills.

- Exceptional aesthetic sense and intuitive understanding of design principles.

- Strong leadership, project management & time management skills.

- Passion for art that inspires great design in a team environment.

- Ability to develop strong relationships and work with senior level executives.

- Solid business acumen, management, and problem-solving skills.

- Highly skilled in Photoshop, Illustrator, Office Suites (word, excel, pages, etc..), Editing Suites (Final Cut Pro, AfterEffects, DVD Studio Pro, etc.)

- Knowledge and understanding of various video formats, Image optimization, html, and Filemaker Pro.

- Ability to think creatively within deadlines and pay acute attention to details.

- Proficient in all aspects of Production and Post Production (Shooting, Lighting, Editing, etc..).

Skills