There's a certain satisfaction in making a video that just works—not flashy, not overdesigned, just right. A conversation that flows easily. A cut that lands where the breath would. A concept, however dense or delicate, made clear by the way it unfolds over time.

Over the years, I've worked across formats: instructional media designed to hold attention without pandering, interviews where the best moments weren't planned, and short documentaries that let people tell their own stories in their own words. I've cleaned up dialogue until it felt like fluid, uninterrupted thought. I tend to stay behind the scenes, setting things up and smoothing them out. I like working in ways that don't call attention to the work itself, just the feeling it leaves behind.

INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA


FEATURED PROJECT

Exploring Piano Literature: The Piano Sonata

This comprehensive 3-course series on Coursera features more than 60 video lectures enriched with musical examples and analysis. Designed with pianist and scholar Matthew Bengtson, the courses explore the evolution of the piano sonata, offering historical context, musicological insights, and interpretive guidance. The series has drawn positive feedback from students worldwide, serving as a valuable resource for those seeking a deeper understanding of the genre.

As the sole media producer, I handled all aspects of production, from cinematography to post-production. Over 14 full days of filming, I managed a setup of three cameras and five channels of audio to capture spoken lectures and intricate piano performances with clarity and precision. Working closely with the professor, I recorded countless repertoire excerpts, ensuring the content was engaging and polished. This project represents not only the scale of my technical expertise but also my dedication to creating impactful educational media.

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INTERVIEWS


FEATURED PROJECT

Teach-Out: The Arts & Technology

Teach-Outs are free online learning experiences hosted by the University of Michigan that bring global audiences together for critical discussions on social issues. The Arts & Technology Teach-Out examines how advancements in human-computer interaction are transforming the arts. Featuring insights from artists, educators, and technologists, it explores how technology impacts the way art is created, shared, and experienced. I led the production process, working with subject matter experts to capture compelling interviews. From shaping the visual narrative to managing all aspects of filming and editing, I played a key role in creating this engaging and accessible learning experience.

This Teach-Out premiered in an innovative format, featuring 60-second interview excerpts shared over a 30-day Instagram campaign designed to spark engagement on social media. It was later re-edited and offered as a curated learning experience on the UK-based platform FutureLearn, before being retired following the University of Michigan's decision to end its partnership with the platform. Today, the full-length interviews are available on Michigan Online, providing a rich and unabridged exploration of the intersection between arts and technology. The videos below are streamlined edits originally created for the FutureLearn offering.

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EXPLAINERS & OVERVIEWS


FEATURED PROJECT

Hyperion Coffee Co. Brewer Reviews

Hyperion Coffee Co., located in Ypsilanti, MI, is a coffee roastery and café known for their high-quality, carefully sourced coffee beans and their commitment to sustainable and ethical coffee production. In addition to offering a curated selection of freshly roasted beans and expertly crafted beverages, Hyperion provides comprehensive coffee equipment services, including sales, repairs, and maintenance. Their equipment inventory caters to both home coffee enthusiasts and commercial clients.

Hyperion introduced the Simply Good Coffee Brewer and the Fellow Aiden Precision Coffee Maker to their lineup in late 2024. These brewers are known for their reliability and quality, making them ideal choices for home brewing. To promote these offerings in their shop, Hyperion commissioned me to produce two videos demonstrating the use of each machine, featuring reviews with baristas sharing their insights on camera. Working with the provided scripts, I handled all other aspects of production, including cinematography, audio recording, editing, and motion graphics, delivering two polished videos that showcase the brewers and Hyperion's expertise.

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SOCIAL MEDIA VIDEOS


FEATURED PROJECT

John Beilein on Coaching & Leadership

Best known for his tenure as the head coach of the University of Michigan men’s basketball team (2007–2019), John Beilein is celebrated for leading the team to two NCAA Tournament Championship game appearances and for his innovative offensive strategies, commitment to player development, and reputation as a coach with integrity. Beyond basketball, Beilein’s roots in education (having taught 7th-grade social studies early in his career) have profoundly influenced his approach to leadership and mentorship.

In 2020, Beilein brought his expertise to the Marsal Family School of Education, teaching a course titled Coaching as Leading and Leading as Coaching. The course eventually became part of a broader Coaching & Leadership minor designed to help students across disciplines develop leadership skills through a coaching lens. To promote the minor, I collaborated with Beilein and two producers from the school to create two engaging social media videos. Designed for platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube, these videos highlight Beilein’s insights into the connections between teaching, leadership, and coaching. In them, he encourages students to consider the value of the Coaching & Leadership minor as a way to enhance their academic and professional journey.

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LIVE MUSIC VIDEOS


FEATURED PROJECT

Keeper of the Peace - "Stranger" (Live in Studio)

For the live music video for "Stranger" by Keeper of the Peace, I worked closely with singer-songwriter Jonathan Edwards, audio/video engineer Rishi Daftuar, and fellow cinematographer Jameson Eisele to produce a visually captivating performance video. Filmed in the Digital Media Commons Audio Studio within the Duderstadt Center in Ann Arbor, MI, the shoot featured Edwards performing multiple instrumental parts, creating the illusion of six versions of himself playing together in the same room.

Lacking the cameras' native remote, our production team built a custom iPhone LED remote to ensure the wide-angle cameras remained perfectly stationary between takes. This was critical in enabling seamless compositing of multiple performances without relying on a greenscreen. In post-production, I handled compositing in Adobe After Effects, carefully layering and blending video footage to create a cohesive illusion. I performed color correction and grading in DaVinci Resolve and provided editing consultation in Final Cut Pro, where we managed 10 multi-camera clips simultaneously. The resulting video delivered a polished and immersive portrayal of Edwards' performance.

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MINI-DOCUMENTARY


FEATURED PROJECT

The Making of Serendipity

Serendipity was a live concert produced in 2012 by Patrick Colin Wakefield. Featuring two rock bands, the event made use of cutting-edge multimedia production facilities at his university, where Wakefield gained hands-on experience with professional broadcast tools and workflows. The concert took place in a video studio functioning as a soundstage, equipped with professional lighting, cameras, a live front-of-house mixing console for the in-person audience, and a fully outfitted control room designed for seamless video switching and professional-grade audio recording. Wakefield directed the production as a multicamera shoot with high-quality, multitracked audio, later editing the footage into a long-form concert video.

At the time, integrating large-scale projections, moving backgrounds, and audio-reactive visuals into live concerts was still relatively uncommon, especially for student productions. I documented the event's development from start to finish, conducting interviews with Wakefield, the audio engineers, the VJ, and the bands. The resulting behind-the-scenes video highlighted Wakefield's creative efforts and showcased the advanced tools and facilities that made the production possible.

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PODCAST & DIALOGUE EDITING


FEATURED PROJECT

In My Shoes

In My Shoes is a 7-episode limited podcast series that highlights shared experiences and diverse perspectives within the University of Michigan community, with a particular focus on the theme of code-switching. The series encourages cross-disciplinary thinking and meaningful conversations about sociocultural issues and lived experiences. By amplifying the voices of students, faculty, staff, and alumni from varied backgrounds, In My Shoes aims to create awareness, break down silos between campus units, and promote connection and understanding across the university.

The podcast was developed and produced by a team of U-M students under the mentorship of a faculty advisor. Together, they crafted episodes that explore themes such as identity, belonging, and the complex experience of code-switching: shifting between different cultural, social, or academic identities depending on the context. I worked closely with the production team to bring the series to life, setting up and managing audio equipment to ensure high-quality sound capture throughout the discussions. I then edited each episode, enhancing clarity and flow while mixing the audio to create a polished final product that preserved the authenticity of the participants' voices. Additionally, I provided feedback on story structure and recording techniques, supporting the team as they shaped the vision and direction of the series.

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