I tell stories that move - literally and emotionally.
I’m an animator, director, and visual storyteller with a background that spans everything from broadcast to B2B, marketing to motion graphics. My work lives at the intersection of creativity and clarity: helping brands and filmmakers connect with real people in meaningful (and sometimes weird) ways.
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Through his strong work ethic, dedication, and excellent understanding of computer art and animation, Derek improved not only the quality of our videos, but also the processes in place for design and development.
- GEOFF J., ART & TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
MOTION DESIGNER
VIDEO EDITOR
FILMMAKER
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Leverages animation principles and strategic storytelling to deliver on creative content with a strong sense of composition, form, and timing.
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Develops engaging, industry-specific content across media channels to target audiences and move them along in their customer journey.
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Produces high-quality video, initiates marketing strategies through creative content, and provides complete digital asset management.
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Brings scripts and storyboards to life through motion design, character animation, kinetic typography, and more, using 2d & 3d tools.
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Creates engaging compositions and designs, executes on all creative direction, and provides insight from visioning through post-production.
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Provides expertise in animation craft, creative software tools and workflows, and digital video rendering, application, and codecs.
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Award-winning independent filmmaker with experience as a director, writer, producer, animation director, technical artist, character animator, & more.
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Films screened at numerous Oscar-qualifying festivals, backed by pitch decks, press kits, and strategic marketing to maximize reach.
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Assembled and led teams of artists, collaborating across disciplines to bring creative visions to life and connect within the filmmaking community.