Early Career

Illuminated Sign Artist
I was awarded my first job ever while still in high school, after a random walk-in and no idea if the sign company was even hiring.  After talking my way into a meeting with the owner, I was still met with a lot of “no” and “you have zero experience to work with”.  Undeterred, I went to the trunk of my car and brought in several canvas paintings I had recently created by hand; to show that I had a steady hand, an artistic eye, and was trainable.  I was hired on the spot as an illuminated sign painter apprentice, and a few years later became the Graphics Manager overseeing a team of graphic artists and sign painters.  I was in charge of many large accounts and created notable works for brands like Planet Hollywood, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Disney, Hollywood Studios, Subway, The Golf Channel, and more.