Core Competencies- Special Effects Fabrication (Practical & Digital)- Set Design & Construction- Prop Making & Custom Fabrication- Scenic Painting & Theming- Welding, Carpentry, Mold Making- Storyboarding & Visual Storytelling- Collaborative Production Workflows- Safety & Technical Compliance- Mixed Media & Bronze Casting
Creative and technically skilled visual artist and trades professional seeking an entry-level position in film and television production, special effects, set construction, or themed entertainment environments. Brings over 40 years of experience integrating traditional art, sculpture, fabrication, and skilled trades with newly earned MFA in Film and Television from SCAD. Eager to contribute hands-on craftsmanship and collaborative spirit to immersive storytelling environments. Owner, Creative Director, Artist – Moore Art Expressions / S.M.art Castings & Sculpture ServicesPort Charlotte & Sarasota, FL • 2008 – 2020- Managed large-scale public sculpture projects, from concept to installation- Fabricated life-size animal sculptures in mixed media and bronze for nonprofit campaigns- Provided mold-making, limited-edition casting, scenic patina, and structural repairsProps & Sets Modeling Supervisor – Aston Worldwide Productions • Sarasota, FL • 2000 – 2002- Supervised 3D modeling and design of props and sets for animation production- Collaborated with animators and directors to match design needs with technical capabilitiesLead Patina Artist / Production Manager – Bronzart Foundry • Sarasota, FL • 2002 – 2008- Sole patina artist for Robert Rauschenberg’s bronze "The Ancient Incident"- Managed sculpture production processes from wax to final finishSkilled Trades & Technical LaborGeneral Dynamics / Hoechst Celanese / Gulf Coast Signs • 1981 – 2000 (Various Locations)- MIG/TIG welding, CNC operations, blueprint reading, custom installations, quality assurance- Fabricated industrial and architectural components with precision and safety compliance