Experience

Arrowhead Game Studios

• Sweden
• Computer Games
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lead Writer

  • Feb 2020 - Present

  Create compelling characters, Write every line of dialogue, Design in-game universe, Create and manage lore, Cast VO talent, Direct VO talent, Write marketing content, Collaborate with team to execute vision in game, Create in-game encyclopedia that explains all elements of relevant worldbuilding, Write descriptions for all items and abilities, Organize reference documents for all of the above. In essence, I create the flavor for the game, coming up with characters and lore, then… Show more Create compelling characters, Write every line of dialogue, Design in-game universe, Create and manage lore, Cast VO talent, Direct VO talent, Write marketing content, Collaborate with team to execute vision in game, Create in-game encyclopedia that explains all elements of relevant worldbuilding, Write descriptions for all items and abilities, Organize reference documents for all of the above. In essence, I create the flavor for the game, coming up with characters and lore, then implementing them via text and VO in order to create maximum immersion. Show less



Tappity

• United States
• E-Learning Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lead Writer

  • May 2018 - Present

  Palo Alto Make decisions regarding direction of product; lead team of writers, creators, filmmakers, and animators; develop overarching plan for multi-season narratives; decide on tone, style, format, and world; cast and manage VO actors; create characters; write dialogue. In essence, I create every story element the player interacts with and develop every character and every plotline. I work with the team to bring that vision to life and even guide programs to insert game elements to elevate the… Show more Make decisions regarding direction of product; lead team of writers, creators, filmmakers, and animators; develop overarching plan for multi-season narratives; decide on tone, style, format, and world; cast and manage VO actors; create characters; write dialogue. In essence, I create every story element the player interacts with and develop every character and every plotline. I work with the team to bring that vision to life and even guide programs to insert game elements to elevate the story. Show less



Chapman University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lecturer

  • Aug 2017 - Present

  Design semester-long lesson plans; craft 3-5 hour lectures; teach feature writing, short writing, formatting, tone, genre conventions, character arcs, want vs. need, 3-act structure, and more.



Self Employed

• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Screenwriter

  • Feb 2009 - Present

  Create scripts on spec that have been purchased and produced; write for hire to execute producers' visions; work with teams or individually as necessary; work within genre conventions as necessary. In essence, I'm a screenwriter!



Belmont University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lecturer

  • Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

  Through workshop, broke down the process of feature screenwriting via the 8-sequence approach.



Adaptive Studios

• United States
• Design
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Screenwriter

  • Aug 2016 - Mar 2018

  Greater Los Angeles Area Co-wrote and co-produced a digital series for Adaptive Studios starring Danny Tamberelli (“The Adventures of Pete and Pete,” “All That”), Rory Albanese (“The Daily Show with Jon Stewart”), and Brian Jordan Alvarez (“Jane The Virgin”). Stellar People tells the story of three couples, all with life-changing secrets, who gather at an alien-themed party. Tension runs high among the group, but they are forced to settle their differences when tasked with saving the human race.



Bear with Us Film LLC

• Screenwriter

  • Mar 2014 - Mar 2018

  Co-wrote and co-produced an independent feature film starring Christy Romano and Cheyenne Jackson, being distributed by Comedy Dynamics. The film is a crazy romp about a guy who attempts to propose to his girlfriend in the most romantic way possible, but his plan starts to fall apart when a ravenous bear stumbles on their charming cabin in the woods. Think “Jaws”. But much funnier. And with a bear instead of a shark. It’s a total comedy of errors that takes a humorous look at just… Show more Co-wrote and co-produced an independent feature film starring Christy Romano and Cheyenne Jackson, being distributed by Comedy Dynamics. The film is a crazy romp about a guy who attempts to propose to his girlfriend in the most romantic way possible, but his plan starts to fall apart when a ravenous bear stumbles on their charming cabin in the woods. Think “Jaws”. But much funnier. And with a bear instead of a shark. It’s a total comedy of errors that takes a humorous look at just how far we'll go to preserve our relationships… Show less



Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes

• Screenwriting Teacher

  • Jan 2015 - Jul 2016

  Stanford University Developed a syllabus to give high school students an intensive study of the screenwriting process via the lens of the classic Hollywood screenplay. Responsible for running class 2.5 hours a day, 5 days a week, as well as providing my TAs with lesson plans for 3 hours of additional study each day. With a focus on the Three-Act Structure applicable to feature film, the course starts with the basics of screenplay format, then covers character generation, scene work, dialogue, story arc… Show more Developed a syllabus to give high school students an intensive study of the screenwriting process via the lens of the classic Hollywood screenplay. Responsible for running class 2.5 hours a day, 5 days a week, as well as providing my TAs with lesson plans for 3 hours of additional study each day. With a focus on the Three-Act Structure applicable to feature film, the course starts with the basics of screenplay format, then covers character generation, scene work, dialogue, story arc, genre tropes, loglines, treatments, and outlines. In addition, students generate material to be workshopped in the style of a writers’ room, honing their ability to give and receive constructive feedback. Show less



Screenplay Readers

• Writing and Editing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Script Reader

  • Mar 2015 - May 2016

  Provide detailed coverage and feedback on scripts, from simple comments to extensive notes. Coverage includes logline, synopsis, comments, and a comprehensive grid rating over 2 dozen specific script elements.



Paradox Entertainment

• United States
• Online Audio and Video Media
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Intern

  • Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Los Angeles Wrote script coverage, designed powerpoints for pitch meetings, created casting breakdowns, read and gave notes on scripts in pre-production, and fetched coffee! Not to mention getting to play with awesome Conan the Barbarian and Spartacus: Blood and Sand toys!



Reasonably Ludicrous

• Blogger!

  • Jul 2010 - Apr 2013

  Featured on Wordpress multiple times and garnered thousands of followers.



The Nickel Screen

• Movie Critic

  • Jul 2010 - Dec 2012

  Comedic movie-review blog that received hundreds of thousands of views.



Loki Studios

• Computer Games
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Writer

  • Oct 2010 - Mar 2011

  Palo Alto Worked on an iPhone app called “Geomon,” a location-based monster capturing game. I crafted playable storylines, wrote blog posts, created in-game content, and helped design the fictional universe. Loki Studios was acquired by Yahoo! in May 2013.