Big Idea
Industry: Production company
DescriptionBig Idea Entertainment, formerly known as Big Idea Productions and Big Idea, Inc., or simply as Big Idea, is an American Christian animation studio best known for its computer-animated VeggieTales series of Christian-themed family home videos. Parent organization: DreamWorks Classics Founded: February 1, 1989 Headquarters: Tennessee Founders: Phil Vischer, Mike Nawrocki Albums: Beauty And The Beet (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack),
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Big Idea Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Adriana Echeverri Adriana Echeverri's Big Idea Experience April 2010 - May 2010
Job Analyst at Affinion Group
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Affinion Group November 2010 - Present
Rock Solid Security April 2004 - Present
The Home Depot April 2010 - July 2010
Big Idea April 2010 - May 2010
Affinion Group June 2009 - February 2010
Union Planters Bank November 2001 - November 2003
Skills
Management, Customer Service, Coaching, Time Management, Policy, Auditing, Windows, Insurance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Sales, Team Building, Budgets, Project Coordination, Project Management, Project Planning, Business Analysis, Organization, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Quality Assurance, Quality Auditing, Underwriting, Creative Writer, Creative Problem Solving, Acting, Teaching, Live Events, Security Incident &..., Retail Marketing, Project Delivery, Compliance, Social Media, Shopping
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2003 — 2008
BS, Theatre
University of Central Florida 1994 — 1997
BA, Communications
Indian River Community College 1992 — 1994
General Studies
Affinion Group November 2010 - Present
Rock Solid Security April 2004 - Present
The Home Depot April 2010 - July 2010
Big Idea April 2010 - May 2010
Affinion Group June 2009 - February 2010
Union Planters Bank November 2001 - November 2003
Skills
Management, Customer Service, Coaching, Time Management, Policy, Auditing, Windows, Insurance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Sales, Team Building, Budgets, Project Coordination, Project Management, Project Planning, Business Analysis, Organization, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Quality Assurance, Quality Auditing, Underwriting, Creative Writer, Creative Problem Solving, Acting, Teaching, Live Events, Security Incident &..., Retail Marketing, Project Delivery, Compliance, Social Media, Shopping
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2003 — 2008
BS, Theatre
University of Central Florida 1994 — 1997
BA, Communications
Indian River Community College 1992 — 1994
General Studies
Catherine Toennisson Catherine Toennisson's Big Idea Experience January 2014 - March 2014
Job Children's book illustrator at Goo and Spot and the Great Zoo Escape
Industry Animation
Experience
Goo and Spot and the Great Zoo Escape January 2014 - Present
Big Idea January 2014 - March 2014
Children's Book- Not a Giggle Story August 2013 - February 2014
Bloodline- Leon Star February 2013 - October 2013
Skills
Animation, Storyboarding, Comic Book Illustration, Digital Painting, Watercolor Illustration, Drawing, Conceptual Art, After Effects, Traditional Animation, Illustration, Computer Animation, Compositing, Character Animation, Maya, Layout, Cartoons, Visual Effects, Comics, Watercolor, 3D Modeling
Education
The Art Institute of Tennessee-Nashville 2010 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Fine Art of Media Arts and Animation
Goo and Spot and the Great Zoo Escape January 2014 - Present
Big Idea January 2014 - March 2014
Children's Book- Not a Giggle Story August 2013 - February 2014
Bloodline- Leon Star February 2013 - October 2013
Skills
Animation, Storyboarding, Comic Book Illustration, Digital Painting, Watercolor Illustration, Drawing, Conceptual Art, After Effects, Traditional Animation, Illustration, Computer Animation, Compositing, Character Animation, Maya, Layout, Cartoons, Visual Effects, Comics, Watercolor, 3D Modeling
Education
The Art Institute of Tennessee-Nashville 2010 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Fine Art of Media Arts and Animation
Cornelius Lee Cornelius Lee's Big Idea Experience 1999 - 2000
Job Chief Administrative Officer/VP Shared Services at Seattle's Union Gospel Mission
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Seattle's Union Gospel Mission July 2014 - Present
3SCG December 2005 - Present
Hasbro 2004 - 2005
Idea Sphere 2001 - 2003
Big Idea 1999 - 2000
Motorola Mobility 1996 - 1999
Kraft Foods Group 1990 - 1996
Johnson & Johnson 1989 - 1989
Decision Analyst, Inc. 1987 - 1988
People Express Airlines 1984 - 1987
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Pricing, Pricing Strategy, Market Research, Management Consulting, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Nonprofits, New Business Development, Product Launch, Product Management, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Advertising, Public Relations, Promotions, Consumer Products, Consumer Electronics, Toys, Food Industry, Corporate Branding, Non-profit Leadership, Christian Ministry, Sales, Business Launch, Launching New Brands, Children, Ministry Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1988 — 1990
Master of Management (MBA)
Lehigh University 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Seattle's Union Gospel Mission July 2014 - Present
3SCG December 2005 - Present
Hasbro 2004 - 2005
Idea Sphere 2001 - 2003
Big Idea 1999 - 2000
Motorola Mobility 1996 - 1999
Kraft Foods Group 1990 - 1996
Johnson & Johnson 1989 - 1989
Decision Analyst, Inc. 1987 - 1988
People Express Airlines 1984 - 1987
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Pricing, Pricing Strategy, Market Research, Management Consulting, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Nonprofits, New Business Development, Product Launch, Product Management, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Advertising, Public Relations, Promotions, Consumer Products, Consumer Electronics, Toys, Food Industry, Corporate Branding, Non-profit Leadership, Christian Ministry, Sales, Business Launch, Launching New Brands, Children, Ministry Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1988 — 1990
Master of Management (MBA)
Lehigh University 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Beau Sherman's Big Idea Experience October 2013 - Present
Job Production Coordinator at Big Idea
Industry Animation
Experience
Big Idea October 2013 - Present
Magnetic Dreams Animation Studio February 2012 - August 2013
Rhythm & Hues November 2010 - October 2011
Skills
Character Animation, Animation, Creative Direction, 3D, Maya, Computer Animation, After Effects, XSI, Facial Animation, Traditional Animation, Visual Effects, Cinematics, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Video Editing, Film, Storyboarding, Motion Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustration, Drawing
Education
Southern Adventist University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Character Animation
Midlands Technical College
Big Idea October 2013 - Present
Magnetic Dreams Animation Studio February 2012 - August 2013
Rhythm & Hues November 2010 - October 2011
Skills
Character Animation, Animation, Creative Direction, 3D, Maya, Computer Animation, After Effects, XSI, Facial Animation, Traditional Animation, Visual Effects, Cinematics, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Video Editing, Film, Storyboarding, Motion Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustration, Drawing
Education
Southern Adventist University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Character Animation
Midlands Technical College
James Elston's Big Idea Experience February 2014 - Present
Job Full Time Freelance Illustrator
Industry Animation
Experience
Big Idea February 2014 - Present
James Elston Studio September 2001 - Present
Walt Disney Feature Animation January 1995 - September 2001
Skills
Character Design, Painting, Drawing, Murals, Illustration, Illustrator, Photoshop, Digital Illustration, Traditional Animation, Vector Illustration, Layout, Character Animation, Animation, Storyboarding, Art, Art Direction, Computer Animation, Cartoons, Comics, Logo Design, Conceptual Art, Digital Painting, Concept Design, Digital Art, Flash Animation, Character Designs
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 1989 — 1994
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Illustration
Big Idea February 2014 - Present
James Elston Studio September 2001 - Present
Walt Disney Feature Animation January 1995 - September 2001
Skills
Character Design, Painting, Drawing, Murals, Illustration, Illustrator, Photoshop, Digital Illustration, Traditional Animation, Vector Illustration, Layout, Character Animation, Animation, Storyboarding, Art, Art Direction, Computer Animation, Cartoons, Comics, Logo Design, Conceptual Art, Digital Painting, Concept Design, Digital Art, Flash Animation, Character Designs
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 1989 — 1994
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Illustration
Elena and Olivia Ceballos's Big Idea Experience October 2013 - Present
Job Production Designers at Big Idea Entertainment (DreamWorks Animation)
Industry Animation
Experience
Big Idea October 2013 - Present
ELIOLI Art January 2009 - Present
Nickelodeon Animation Studios September 2013 - October 2013
Universal Animation Studios August 2013 - August 2013
DisneyToon Studios February 2013 - July 2013
1881 Animation May 2012 - June 2012
Just4Kids.IE Magazine June 2011 - January 2012
Skills
Illustration, Visual Development, Conceptual Art, Digital Art, Character Design, Background Design, Digital Illustration, Creature Design, Digital Painting, Character Animation, Background Art, Visual Arts, Traditional Animation, Animation, Illustrator, Drawing
Education
College of Coastal Georgia 2012 — 2013
Faith Baptist Christian Academy 2007 — 2012
High School
Big Idea October 2013 - Present
ELIOLI Art January 2009 - Present
Nickelodeon Animation Studios September 2013 - October 2013
Universal Animation Studios August 2013 - August 2013
DisneyToon Studios February 2013 - July 2013
1881 Animation May 2012 - June 2012
Just4Kids.IE Magazine June 2011 - January 2012
Skills
Illustration, Visual Development, Conceptual Art, Digital Art, Character Design, Background Design, Digital Illustration, Creature Design, Digital Painting, Character Animation, Background Art, Visual Arts, Traditional Animation, Animation, Illustrator, Drawing
Education
College of Coastal Georgia 2012 — 2013
Faith Baptist Christian Academy 2007 — 2012
High School
Kenya Raichart Kenya Raichart's Big Idea Experience January 2000 - April 2003
Job Director of Family Ministries at Hope Covenant Church
Industry Religious Institutions
Experience
Hope Covenant Church 2014 - Present
Greater Joliet Area YMCA February 2008 - Present
The Raichart Family Trust December 1999 - Present
Channahon Park District 2006 - 2008
Big Idea January 2000 - April 2003
Skills
Social Media, Teaching, Non-profits, Storyboarding, Animation, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Fitness, Childcare, Cpr Certified, Nonprofits, Program Development, Community Outreach
Education
University of St. Francis 2009 — 2009
Abilene Christian University 1995 — 1999
BS, Biology
Hope Covenant Church 2014 - Present
Greater Joliet Area YMCA February 2008 - Present
The Raichart Family Trust December 1999 - Present
Channahon Park District 2006 - 2008
Big Idea January 2000 - April 2003
Skills
Social Media, Teaching, Non-profits, Storyboarding, Animation, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Fitness, Childcare, Cpr Certified, Nonprofits, Program Development, Community Outreach
Education
University of St. Francis 2009 — 2009
Abilene Christian University 1995 — 1999
BS, Biology
Emily Jourdan's Big Idea Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Assistant Storyboard Director, TV at Big Idea
Industry Animation
Experience
Big Idea June 2015 - Present
Big Idea February 2014 - June 2015
Frederator Books LLC August 2013 - November 2013
Ringling College of Art and Design December 2011 - April 2013
Sony Pictures Animation June 2012 - August 2012
The Gap May 2010 - January 2012
All Children's Hospital Guild North Pinellas Branch June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Storyboarding, Maya, Premiere, 3D, Photoshop, Traditional Animation, Zbrush, Film, Mac, Digital Media, Painting, Traditional Media, Storytelling, 3D Coat, Painter, Microsoft Office Suite, Story telling, Animatics, Observational..., Creative Illustration, Sewing, Costumes, Animation, Drawing, Microsoft Office, Illustration, Digital Painting, Character Animation
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Computer Animation
Big Idea June 2015 - Present
Big Idea February 2014 - June 2015
Frederator Books LLC August 2013 - November 2013
Ringling College of Art and Design December 2011 - April 2013
Sony Pictures Animation June 2012 - August 2012
The Gap May 2010 - January 2012
All Children's Hospital Guild North Pinellas Branch June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Storyboarding, Maya, Premiere, 3D, Photoshop, Traditional Animation, Zbrush, Film, Mac, Digital Media, Painting, Traditional Media, Storytelling, 3D Coat, Painter, Microsoft Office Suite, Story telling, Animatics, Observational..., Creative Illustration, Sewing, Costumes, Animation, Drawing, Microsoft Office, Illustration, Digital Painting, Character Animation
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Computer Animation
Rachel Curet Rachel Curet's Big Idea Experience June 2011 - Present
Job Line Producer at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Entertainment
Experience
DreamWorks Animation October 2013 - Present
Big Idea June 2011 - Present
Warner Music Group July 2008 - June 2011
Big Idea March 2007 - July 2008
Smith Management March 2005 - March 2007
Ray Boltz Music March 1999 - March 2005
Warner Home Video January 1998 - January 1999
Skills
Video Production, Social Networking, Television, E-commerce, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Live Events, Project Management, Live Event Producer, Social Media, Marketing, Direct Marketing, Newsletters, Event Management, Video, Entertainment, Publishing
Education
Mississippi College 1994 — 1998
BS, Communications with emphasis in Public Relations and minor in Business Administration
Nashville State Community College
Continued Education, Adobe Creative Suite
DreamWorks Animation October 2013 - Present
Big Idea June 2011 - Present
Warner Music Group July 2008 - June 2011
Big Idea March 2007 - July 2008
Smith Management March 2005 - March 2007
Ray Boltz Music March 1999 - March 2005
Warner Home Video January 1998 - January 1999
Skills
Video Production, Social Networking, Television, E-commerce, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Live Events, Project Management, Live Event Producer, Social Media, Marketing, Direct Marketing, Newsletters, Event Management, Video, Entertainment, Publishing
Education
Mississippi College 1994 — 1998
BS, Communications with emphasis in Public Relations and minor in Business Administration
Nashville State Community College
Continued Education, Adobe Creative Suite
Pat Marconett's Big Idea Experience January 2013 - May 2014
Job Layout/Background Designer on 'Sofia the first' at Walt Disney Animation Studios
Industry Animation
Experience
Walt Disney Animation Studios August 2014 - Present
Warner Bros. Animation April 2014 - August 2014
Big Idea January 2013 - May 2014
Friends Night (Fox ADHD) July 2013 - April 2014
HotHouse Productions April 2013 - July 2013
Blabbelon LLC May 2010 - January 2013
Nickelodeon Animation Studios September 2009 - December 2009
PDI/Dreamworks February 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Digital Painting, Drawing, Digital Art, Background Art, Conceptual Art, Illustration, Flash, Painting, Concept Design, Flash Animation
Education
San Jose State University 2004 — 2009
BFA, Animation/illustration
Computer Graphics Master Academy (CGMA) is a leading provider of online digital art, entertainment . 2012 — 2012
environment concept design
Walt Disney Animation Studios August 2014 - Present
Warner Bros. Animation April 2014 - August 2014
Big Idea January 2013 - May 2014
Friends Night (Fox ADHD) July 2013 - April 2014
HotHouse Productions April 2013 - July 2013
Blabbelon LLC May 2010 - January 2013
Nickelodeon Animation Studios September 2009 - December 2009
PDI/Dreamworks February 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Digital Painting, Drawing, Digital Art, Background Art, Conceptual Art, Illustration, Flash, Painting, Concept Design, Flash Animation
Education
San Jose State University 2004 — 2009
BFA, Animation/illustration
Computer Graphics Master Academy (CGMA) is a leading provider of online digital art, entertainment . 2012 — 2012
environment concept design
Andrew Casadonte Andrew Casadonte's Big Idea Experience February 2014 - Present
Job Storyboard Revisionist at Big Idea
Industry Animation
Experience
Big Idea February 2014 - Present
The Daily Orange April 2013 - January 2014
Animotion, Inc June 2013 - August 2013
Syracuse University January 2012 - December 2012
360 Magazine March 2012 - April 2012
Jerk Magazine October 2010 - 2011
Skills
Illustration, Digital Illustration, Conceptual Art, Storyboarding, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, TVPaint, Flash Animation, Tumblr, Twitter, YouTube, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office
Education
Syracuse University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Illustration
Walkersville High School 2006 — 2010
Big Idea February 2014 - Present
The Daily Orange April 2013 - January 2014
Animotion, Inc June 2013 - August 2013
Syracuse University January 2012 - December 2012
360 Magazine March 2012 - April 2012
Jerk Magazine October 2010 - 2011
Skills
Illustration, Digital Illustration, Conceptual Art, Storyboarding, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, TVPaint, Flash Animation, Tumblr, Twitter, YouTube, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office
Education
Syracuse University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Illustration
Walkersville High School 2006 — 2010
Ron D. Smith Ron D. Smith's Big Idea Experience January 2009 - February 2013
Job Consultant
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
SMP Consulting LLC 2000 - Present
Reputation Advocate January 2012 - 2014
Big Idea January 2009 - February 2013
Worthy Publishing 2011 - 2013
Freeman-Smith Publishing LLC 2000 - 2011
Skills
Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Support, Sales Growth, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Direct Sales, Sales Presentations
Education
Trevecca Nazarene University 1984 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (BS), Communications
SMP Consulting LLC 2000 - Present
Reputation Advocate January 2012 - 2014
Big Idea January 2009 - February 2013
Worthy Publishing 2011 - 2013
Freeman-Smith Publishing LLC 2000 - 2011
Skills
Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Support, Sales Growth, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Direct Sales, Sales Presentations
Education
Trevecca Nazarene University 1984 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (BS), Communications
JIM STELLUTO JIM STELLUTO's Big Idea Experience August 2004 - December 2008
Job Creative Director
Industry Entertainment
Experience
SpringSprang Studio January 2009 - Present
Firepit Friday 2003 - 2010
Big Idea August 2004 - December 2008
Aquent 2002 - 2004
BioRom Interactive 2002 - 2004
Entropy Recording 1998 - 2002
Itchycoo Park Festival 1998 - 1999
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Illustrator, Pro Tools, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, InDesign, Digital Performer, Music, Video, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Video Production, Music Production, New Media, Web Design, Media Production, Creative Development, Podcasting, Sound Design, Video Editing, Recording, Composition, Audio Mixing, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Marketing, Commercials, WordPress, Digital Media, Photography, Advertising, Graphics, Layout
Education
Belmont University 1992 — 1996
MBA, Music Business, MBA Marketing
Providence 1990 — 1992
The Hun School of Princeton 1988 — 1990
SpringSprang Studio January 2009 - Present
Firepit Friday 2003 - 2010
Big Idea August 2004 - December 2008
Aquent 2002 - 2004
BioRom Interactive 2002 - 2004
Entropy Recording 1998 - 2002
Itchycoo Park Festival 1998 - 1999
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Illustrator, Pro Tools, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, InDesign, Digital Performer, Music, Video, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Video Production, Music Production, New Media, Web Design, Media Production, Creative Development, Podcasting, Sound Design, Video Editing, Recording, Composition, Audio Mixing, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Marketing, Commercials, WordPress, Digital Media, Photography, Advertising, Graphics, Layout
Education
Belmont University 1992 — 1996
MBA, Music Business, MBA Marketing
Providence 1990 — 1992
The Hun School of Princeton 1988 — 1990
Andy Melton Andy Melton's Big Idea Experience May 2002 - August 2002
Job Brand Manager at Himalaya Herbal Healthcare
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
Himalaya Herbal Healthcare December 2014 - Present
ITW Global Brands May 2012 - December 2014
Swedish Match April 2008 - May 2011
Swedish Match April 2006 - April 2008
Oden January 2006 - April 2006
Oden August 2003 - January 2006
Big Idea May 2002 - August 2002
GodwinGroup July 1999 - July 2001
GS&F June 1998 - July 1999
Skills
Critical Thinking, Consumer Insights, Strategic Planning, Securing..., Consumer Engagement, Forecasting, Brand Positioning, Presenter, Writing, Agency Leadership, Metric Development, Database Activation, Cross-functional Team..., P&L Management, Promotions, Budgeting, Market Research, Shopper Marketing, Direct Marketing, Trade Marketing, Brand Management, Brand Development, Marketing
Education
Wake Forest University - Babcock Graduate School of Management 2001 — 2003
MBA, Marketing/Brand Management
University of Alabama 1996 — 1998
BA, Advertising
Himalaya Herbal Healthcare December 2014 - Present
ITW Global Brands May 2012 - December 2014
Swedish Match April 2008 - May 2011
Swedish Match April 2006 - April 2008
Oden January 2006 - April 2006
Oden August 2003 - January 2006
Big Idea May 2002 - August 2002
GodwinGroup July 1999 - July 2001
GS&F June 1998 - July 1999
Skills
Critical Thinking, Consumer Insights, Strategic Planning, Securing..., Consumer Engagement, Forecasting, Brand Positioning, Presenter, Writing, Agency Leadership, Metric Development, Database Activation, Cross-functional Team..., P&L Management, Promotions, Budgeting, Market Research, Shopper Marketing, Direct Marketing, Trade Marketing, Brand Management, Brand Development, Marketing
Education
Wake Forest University - Babcock Graduate School of Management 2001 — 2003
MBA, Marketing/Brand Management
University of Alabama 1996 — 1998
BA, Advertising
Jeff Holder Jeff Holder's Big Idea Experience 2001 - 2001
Job Executive Director of Communications at Children's Hunger Fund
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Children's Hunger Fund September 2013 - Present
FlyOver Projects August 2001 - Present
Back to Bethlehem December 1987 - Present
MIS-Most Important Story June 2012 - September 2013
Visual Story Network June 2005 - June 2013
PolitiZoid June 2010 - March 2012
Movieguide 2008 - 2010
Act One April 2000 - 2010
Book of Hope International July 2001 - September 2007
Big Idea 2001 - 2001
Skills
Film, Production, Video, Television Production, Stories, Writing, Television, Fiction, Novels, Books, Non-fiction, Journalism, Blogging, Publications, Creative Writing, Literary, Copy Editing, Fiction Writing, Copywriting, Editorial, Writing Workshops, Prose, Newsletters, Freelance Writing, Creative Non-fiction, Web Content, Editors, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Video Production, Social Media, Animation, Film Production, Entertainment, Final Cut Pro, Comedy, Broadcast, Social Media Marketing, Feature Films, Pre-production, Digital Media, Publicity, Scripting, New Media, Content Strategy, Media Production, Creative Direction, Team Leadership, Public Speaking, Screenwriting
Education
The University of Georgia 1979 — 1983
BA, Broadcasting
Children's Hunger Fund September 2013 - Present
FlyOver Projects August 2001 - Present
Back to Bethlehem December 1987 - Present
MIS-Most Important Story June 2012 - September 2013
Visual Story Network June 2005 - June 2013
PolitiZoid June 2010 - March 2012
Movieguide 2008 - 2010
Act One April 2000 - 2010
Book of Hope International July 2001 - September 2007
Big Idea 2001 - 2001
Skills
Film, Production, Video, Television Production, Stories, Writing, Television, Fiction, Novels, Books, Non-fiction, Journalism, Blogging, Publications, Creative Writing, Literary, Copy Editing, Fiction Writing, Copywriting, Editorial, Writing Workshops, Prose, Newsletters, Freelance Writing, Creative Non-fiction, Web Content, Editors, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Video Production, Social Media, Animation, Film Production, Entertainment, Final Cut Pro, Comedy, Broadcast, Social Media Marketing, Feature Films, Pre-production, Digital Media, Publicity, Scripting, New Media, Content Strategy, Media Production, Creative Direction, Team Leadership, Public Speaking, Screenwriting
Education
The University of Georgia 1979 — 1983
BA, Broadcasting
Jennifer Yorke Jennifer Yorke's Big Idea Experience 1999 - 2003
Job Experienced Accounting Professional
Industry Accounting
Experience
The Allant Group April 2010 - May 2015
The Allant Group August 2005 - April 2010
K Five Construction Inc 2004 - 2005
Big Idea 1999 - 2003
Skills
Analytics, Account Management, Direct Marketing, Management, Accounting, Database Marketing, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Direct Mail, CRM, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Marketing Strategy
Education
Benedictine University 1996 — 1998
Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1994 — 1996
The Allant Group April 2010 - May 2015
The Allant Group August 2005 - April 2010
K Five Construction Inc 2004 - 2005
Big Idea 1999 - 2003
Skills
Analytics, Account Management, Direct Marketing, Management, Accounting, Database Marketing, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Direct Mail, CRM, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Marketing Strategy
Education
Benedictine University 1996 — 1998
Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1994 — 1996
Andrew Youssi Andrew Youssi's Big Idea Experience March 2000 - December 2008
Job Post Production Coordinator at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
DreamWorks Animation June 2014 - Present
Self Employed Freelance Work 2009 - May 2014
Big Idea March 2000 - December 2008
District 300 Schools September 1999 - March 2000
Production Craft, Inc. June 1999 - March 2000
Matchframe Video June 1997 - August 1997
Skills
Production Managment, Post Production..., Project Management, Video Production, Video Editing, Media Production, Casting, Voice Casting, Script Supervision, Script Editing, Final Draft, Final Cut Pro, MS Project, Merlin, Asset Managment, Contract Negotiation, Archival Management, Production Coordination, Acting, Theatre, Teaching, Student Ministry, Youth Ministry, Martial Arts, Organization, Organization &..., Detailed Organization, Team Organisation, Organized Multi-tasker, Organizational..., Organized self-starter, Exceptionally Organized, Exceptionally well..., Highly detail oriented, Close Attention to..., Pay Close Attention to..., Community Organizing, Community, Community Outreach, Community Building, Community Service, Film, Video, Animation, Post Production, Commercials, Recording
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Arts, Cinema and Photography
DreamWorks Animation June 2014 - Present
Self Employed Freelance Work 2009 - May 2014
Big Idea March 2000 - December 2008
District 300 Schools September 1999 - March 2000
Production Craft, Inc. June 1999 - March 2000
Matchframe Video June 1997 - August 1997
Skills
Production Managment, Post Production..., Project Management, Video Production, Video Editing, Media Production, Casting, Voice Casting, Script Supervision, Script Editing, Final Draft, Final Cut Pro, MS Project, Merlin, Asset Managment, Contract Negotiation, Archival Management, Production Coordination, Acting, Theatre, Teaching, Student Ministry, Youth Ministry, Martial Arts, Organization, Organization &..., Detailed Organization, Team Organisation, Organized Multi-tasker, Organizational..., Organized self-starter, Exceptionally Organized, Exceptionally well..., Highly detail oriented, Close Attention to..., Pay Close Attention to..., Community Organizing, Community, Community Outreach, Community Building, Community Service, Film, Video, Animation, Post Production, Commercials, Recording
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Arts, Cinema and Photography
Chris Keyes Chris Keyes's Big Idea Experience June 2014 - August 2014
Job Director of Digital Content Seek First Productions
Industry Media Production
Experience
54 Film Fest November 2014 - Present
Seek First Productions April 2013 - Present
Freelance May 2011 - Present
Big Idea June 2014 - August 2014
Focal Point Cinematic May 2012 - August 2013
Bradfield Stage Lighting August 2011 - 2013
The Documentary Channel June 2011 - August 2011
MTSU Film Guild April 2009 - August 2011
Digital Junkie Limited February 2011 - June 2011
Keathly University Center Theater January 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Videography, Film, Video Editing, Camera Operating, Editing, OS X, Directing, Filmmaking, Schedule Control, Celtex, Script Writing, Assistant Directing, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere, Canon EOS, Reality Television..., Film Set Management, Creative Writing, Film Production, Camera, Lighting for Film, Theatre, Premiere, Screenwriting
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2007 — 2011
BA, Electronic Media Communication: Production
Farragut High School 2003 — 2007
College Preparation
54 Film Fest November 2014 - Present
Seek First Productions April 2013 - Present
Freelance May 2011 - Present
Big Idea June 2014 - August 2014
Focal Point Cinematic May 2012 - August 2013
Bradfield Stage Lighting August 2011 - 2013
The Documentary Channel June 2011 - August 2011
MTSU Film Guild April 2009 - August 2011
Digital Junkie Limited February 2011 - June 2011
Keathly University Center Theater January 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Videography, Film, Video Editing, Camera Operating, Editing, OS X, Directing, Filmmaking, Schedule Control, Celtex, Script Writing, Assistant Directing, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere, Canon EOS, Reality Television..., Film Set Management, Creative Writing, Film Production, Camera, Lighting for Film, Theatre, Premiere, Screenwriting
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2007 — 2011
BA, Electronic Media Communication: Production
Farragut High School 2003 — 2007
College Preparation
Carol Stokes Carol Stokes's Big Idea Experience May 2006 - December 2008
Job Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Vanderbilt University Medical Center April 2013 - Present
SpringSprang Studio January 2009 - March 2013
Big Idea May 2006 - December 2008
Fidelity Offset, Inc. March 2005 - May 2006
Leading Edge Communications June 2004 - February 2005
Buckeye Partners April 2002 - April 2004
EMI 1997 - 2001
Chaz Taylor, Inc. August 1996 - October 1997
JM Lamm Associates 1994 - 1996
Skills
Project Management, Business Development, Creative Direction, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Job Scheduling, Microsoft Excel, Entertainment, Project Planning, Graphic Design, Team Building, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Operations Management, Advertising, Management, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Communications, QuickBooks, Account Management, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Proposal Writing, Retail, Social Media Marketing
Education
DeSales University 1992 — 1994
BA, Business Communications
Lehigh Carbon Community College 1990 — 1992
AA, Business Administration
Vanderbilt University Medical Center April 2013 - Present
SpringSprang Studio January 2009 - March 2013
Big Idea May 2006 - December 2008
Fidelity Offset, Inc. March 2005 - May 2006
Leading Edge Communications June 2004 - February 2005
Buckeye Partners April 2002 - April 2004
EMI 1997 - 2001
Chaz Taylor, Inc. August 1996 - October 1997
JM Lamm Associates 1994 - 1996
Skills
Project Management, Business Development, Creative Direction, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Job Scheduling, Microsoft Excel, Entertainment, Project Planning, Graphic Design, Team Building, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Operations Management, Advertising, Management, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Communications, QuickBooks, Account Management, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Proposal Writing, Retail, Social Media Marketing
Education
DeSales University 1992 — 1994
BA, Business Communications
Lehigh Carbon Community College 1990 — 1992
AA, Business Administration
Betsy Wright's Big Idea Experience January 1999 - January 2001
Job Director of Operations at 3n1media, LLC
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
3n1media, LLC July 2012 - Present
3n1media January 2002 - July 2012
Big Idea January 1999 - January 2001
McCain and Company 1997 - 1999
Professional Management August 1993 - August 1996
Skills
IT Management, IT Operations, EMR, EHR, IT Service Management, IT Outsourcing, IT Audit, IT Solutions, IT Service Delivery, Manage Client..., Sales, Marketing Communications, Human Resources, Consulting, Information Technology, Management, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Marketing, CRM
Education
Vanderbilt University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BS), English
Abilene Christian University 1990 — 1991
English
David Lipscomb High School 1985 — 1990
3n1media, LLC July 2012 - Present
3n1media January 2002 - July 2012
Big Idea January 1999 - January 2001
McCain and Company 1997 - 1999
Professional Management August 1993 - August 1996
Skills
IT Management, IT Operations, EMR, EHR, IT Service Management, IT Outsourcing, IT Audit, IT Solutions, IT Service Delivery, Manage Client..., Sales, Marketing Communications, Human Resources, Consulting, Information Technology, Management, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Marketing, CRM
Education
Vanderbilt University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BS), English
Abilene Christian University 1990 — 1991
English
David Lipscomb High School 1985 — 1990
Mike Sofka Mike Sofka's Big Idea Experience November 2010 - May 2012
Job Creative Director at Mike Sofka Illustration + Design
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Mike Sofka Illustration + Design June 1999 - Present
Technology Marketing Toolkit October 2012 - November 2014
Big Idea November 2010 - May 2012
thirty3dc February 2004 - March 2012
Clever Factory 2011 - 2011
Jarden Sports Licensing July 2006 - June 2009
Brainwave Studios July 2006 - January 2009
HD Supply 2004 - 2006
KW Media Group 2004 - 2004
HCA 2001 - 2004
Skills
Flash Animation, Photoshop, Illustrator, Illustration, Web Design, Graphic Design, Painting, Flash, Storyboarding, Animation, Art, Web Development, Dreamweaver, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, After Effects, Digital Illustration, Graphics, InDesign, Art Direction, XHTML, Wordpress, Concept Design, Drawing, Vector Illustration, User Interface Design, CSS, Email Marketing, HTML, Corporate Identity, Website Development, Facebook, ActionScript, Character Animation, Motion Graphics, User Experience
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 1995 — 1999
BFA, Illustration
Mike Sofka Illustration + Design June 1999 - Present
Technology Marketing Toolkit October 2012 - November 2014
Big Idea November 2010 - May 2012
thirty3dc February 2004 - March 2012
Clever Factory 2011 - 2011
Jarden Sports Licensing July 2006 - June 2009
Brainwave Studios July 2006 - January 2009
HD Supply 2004 - 2006
KW Media Group 2004 - 2004
HCA 2001 - 2004
Skills
Flash Animation, Photoshop, Illustrator, Illustration, Web Design, Graphic Design, Painting, Flash, Storyboarding, Animation, Art, Web Development, Dreamweaver, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, After Effects, Digital Illustration, Graphics, InDesign, Art Direction, XHTML, Wordpress, Concept Design, Drawing, Vector Illustration, User Interface Design, CSS, Email Marketing, HTML, Corporate Identity, Website Development, Facebook, ActionScript, Character Animation, Motion Graphics, User Experience
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 1995 — 1999
BFA, Illustration
Steve Alejos Steve Alejos's Big Idea Experience 2011 - 2012
Job Graphic Designer at BPI SPORTS
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
BPI SPORTS February 2013 - Present
I.D Perfumes July 2012 - 2012
Big Idea 2011 - 2012
IDDI September 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Graphics, Painting, Graphic Design, Photography, Art, Rendering, Logo Design, Layout, Typography, Posters, Illustrator, Illustration, Brochures
Education
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Graphic Design
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Graphic Design
BPI SPORTS February 2013 - Present
I.D Perfumes July 2012 - 2012
Big Idea 2011 - 2012
IDDI September 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Graphics, Painting, Graphic Design, Photography, Art, Rendering, Logo Design, Layout, Typography, Posters, Illustrator, Illustration, Brochures
Education
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Graphic Design
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Graphic Design
Lenny Franklin Lenny Franklin's Big Idea Experience November 2004 - July 2008
Job Founder at Illustrated Steam
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Illustrated Steam June 2013 - Present
Legacy Instruction Media October 2012 - May 2013
Legacy Learning Systems June 2009 - May 2013
Creative Marketing Solutions January 2008 - June 2010
Big Idea November 2004 - July 2008
Thomas Nelson Publishers May 2004 - November 2004
Capitol April 1993 - February 2004
Spectra, Inc. December 1990 - February 1993
Skills
Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Campaigns, SEM, Marketing, Guerrilla Marketing, Trade Shows, Account Management, Radio, Music, Entertainment, Copywriting, Music Industry, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, SEO, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Event Management, Strategy, Online Advertising, Public Relations, New Media, Video Production, Sales, Brand Development, Social Networking, Video, Creative Direction, Publishing, Marketing Strategy, Television, Management, Social Media, PPC, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Facebook, Sponsorship, Event Planning, Sales Operations, Digital Media, Product Development, Direct Sales
Education
Tennessee Technological University 1990 — 1992
Business, Music
Freed-Hardeman University 1988 — 1990
Music, Education
Illustrated Steam June 2013 - Present
Legacy Instruction Media October 2012 - May 2013
Legacy Learning Systems June 2009 - May 2013
Creative Marketing Solutions January 2008 - June 2010
Big Idea November 2004 - July 2008
Thomas Nelson Publishers May 2004 - November 2004
Capitol April 1993 - February 2004
Spectra, Inc. December 1990 - February 1993
Skills
Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Campaigns, SEM, Marketing, Guerrilla Marketing, Trade Shows, Account Management, Radio, Music, Entertainment, Copywriting, Music Industry, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, SEO, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Event Management, Strategy, Online Advertising, Public Relations, New Media, Video Production, Sales, Brand Development, Social Networking, Video, Creative Direction, Publishing, Marketing Strategy, Television, Management, Social Media, PPC, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Facebook, Sponsorship, Event Planning, Sales Operations, Digital Media, Product Development, Direct Sales
Education
Tennessee Technological University 1990 — 1992
Business, Music
Freed-Hardeman University 1988 — 1990
Music, Education
Andrew Kotzian Andrew Kotzian's Big Idea Experience April 2007 - December 2009
Job Business Analyst
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Green Payroll Inc. January 2014 - Present
Beyond Payroll Inc. March 2011 - September 2013
ADP 2010 - 2011
Big idea April 2007 - December 2009
Red Bull North America March 2004 - February 2007
Vail Resorts 2002 - 2003
Skills
Sales Presentations, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Cold Calling, Salesforce.com, Sales, New Business Development, Account Management, Workforce Management, SaaS, Sales Management, Marketing, Customer Retention, Team Building, Business Development, Consultative Sales...
Education
Metropolitan State University 2001 — 2005
BS, Marketing
Hennepin Technical College 1999 — 2001
A.A.S., Fluid Power Technology
Green Payroll Inc. January 2014 - Present
Beyond Payroll Inc. March 2011 - September 2013
ADP 2010 - 2011
Big idea April 2007 - December 2009
Red Bull North America March 2004 - February 2007
Vail Resorts 2002 - 2003
Skills
Sales Presentations, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Cold Calling, Salesforce.com, Sales, New Business Development, Account Management, Workforce Management, SaaS, Sales Management, Marketing, Customer Retention, Team Building, Business Development, Consultative Sales...
Education
Metropolitan State University 2001 — 2005
BS, Marketing
Hennepin Technical College 1999 — 2001
A.A.S., Fluid Power Technology
Jessica Douglas Jessica Douglas's Big Idea Experience June 2011 - Present
Job Sales Coordinator at Big Idea Entertainment (VeggieTales)
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Big Idea June 2011 - Present
Healthcare Performance Partners June 2008 - June 2011
Lipscomb University August 2007 - December 2007
Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Facebook, Account Management, Healthcare, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Training, Program Management, Management, Leadership, Retail, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing
Education
Lipscomb University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Management/Marketing
Big Idea June 2011 - Present
Healthcare Performance Partners June 2008 - June 2011
Lipscomb University August 2007 - December 2007
Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Facebook, Account Management, Healthcare, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Training, Program Management, Management, Leadership, Retail, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing
Education
Lipscomb University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Management/Marketing
Sheheryar Hasnain Sheheryar Hasnain's Big Idea Experience 1997 - 1997
Job Executive Administrator at The University of Chicago
Industry Higher Education
Experience
The University of Chicago April 2007 - Present
The University of Chicago April 2006 - April 2007
The University of Chicago November 2004 - April 2006
University of Chicago 1998 - 2001
Big Idea 1997 - 1997
Big Idea 1997 - 1997
Skills
Budgeting, Administration, Research, Grants, Accounting, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Higher Education, Organizational..., Process Improvement, Staff Development, Fundraising, Problem Solving, Mentoring, Analysis, Leadership Development, Customer Service, Business Strategy, Planning, Team Leadership, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Compliance, Business Analysis, Budgets, Proposal Writing, Project Planning, Policy, Nonprofits, Program Management, Grant Writing, Finance, Forecasting, Community Outreach, Training, Access, Managerial Finance
Education
Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst 1989 — 1991
M.B.A., Finance
Hampshire College 1983 — 1987
B.A., Economics/Political Science
Karachi Grammar School 1969 — 1982
Cambridge 'O' Levels, First Division Pass
The University of Chicago April 2007 - Present
The University of Chicago April 2006 - April 2007
The University of Chicago November 2004 - April 2006
University of Chicago 1998 - 2001
Big Idea 1997 - 1997
Big Idea 1997 - 1997
Skills
Budgeting, Administration, Research, Grants, Accounting, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Higher Education, Organizational..., Process Improvement, Staff Development, Fundraising, Problem Solving, Mentoring, Analysis, Leadership Development, Customer Service, Business Strategy, Planning, Team Leadership, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Compliance, Business Analysis, Budgets, Proposal Writing, Project Planning, Policy, Nonprofits, Program Management, Grant Writing, Finance, Forecasting, Community Outreach, Training, Access, Managerial Finance
Education
Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst 1989 — 1991
M.B.A., Finance
Hampshire College 1983 — 1987
B.A., Economics/Political Science
Karachi Grammar School 1969 — 1982
Cambridge 'O' Levels, First Division Pass
Joe Spadaford Joe Spadaford's Big Idea Experience 2001 - 2008
Job Joe Spadaford Concept Artist
Industry Animation
Experience
Freelance Animation, Gaming, StoryBoards, Books January 2009 - Present
CBN 2014 - 2014
Brain Freeze Entertainment 2010 - 2011
Brain Freeze Entertainment 2010 - 2011
Big Idea Productions, Inc. 2001 - 2009
Big Idea 2001 - 2008
Education
Syracuse University 1996 — 2000
BFA, Illustration
Freelance Animation, Gaming, StoryBoards, Books January 2009 - Present
CBN 2014 - 2014
Brain Freeze Entertainment 2010 - 2011
Brain Freeze Entertainment 2010 - 2011
Big Idea Productions, Inc. 2001 - 2009
Big Idea 2001 - 2008
Education
Syracuse University 1996 — 2000
BFA, Illustration
Greg Wixted Greg Wixted's Big Idea Experience April 2001 - July 2001
Job Front End Developer at Straight North
Industry Internet
Experience
Straight North June 2012 - Present
Straight North September 2011 - June 2012
Wixted Design and Development June 2007 - September 2011
IKON Office Solutions May 2006 - December 2006
Spherion Corporation July 2003 - May 2006
Big Idea April 2001 - July 2001
Skyview Studios May 1996 - December 1999
Skills
Drupal, Wordpress, Photoshop, Illustrator, CSS, HTML, jQuery, Creative Direction, Website Development, HTML 5, Front-end, User Experience, Web Design, Web Development, WordPress, Graphics, Graphic Design, HTML5
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, Sound
Millikin University 1988 — 1989
Commercial Music
Straight North June 2012 - Present
Straight North September 2011 - June 2012
Wixted Design and Development June 2007 - September 2011
IKON Office Solutions May 2006 - December 2006
Spherion Corporation July 2003 - May 2006
Big Idea April 2001 - July 2001
Skyview Studios May 1996 - December 1999
Skills
Drupal, Wordpress, Photoshop, Illustrator, CSS, HTML, jQuery, Creative Direction, Website Development, HTML 5, Front-end, User Experience, Web Design, Web Development, WordPress, Graphics, Graphic Design, HTML5
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, Sound
Millikin University 1988 — 1989
Commercial Music
Meredith Gilpin Meredith Gilpin's Big Idea Experience May 2005 - November 2007
Job Experienced Marketing Professional
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
Dr. David Gilpin Facial Plastic Surgeon December 2012 - Present
The J.M. Smucker Company February 2009 - June 2011
Uloop November 2007 - December 2008
Big Idea May 2005 - November 2007
Smith Management Partners 2003 - 2005
MKW 2002 - 2003
Chippewa Lake Water Ski Team 1997 - 2002
Skills
Publishing, Brand Development, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Event Management, Account Management, Contract Management, Email Marketing, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Agency Relations, Promotions, Creative Direction, Leadership, Public Relations
Education
Baldwin-Wallace College 1998 — 2001
BA, International Studies and Business
Dr. David Gilpin Facial Plastic Surgeon December 2012 - Present
The J.M. Smucker Company February 2009 - June 2011
Uloop November 2007 - December 2008
Big Idea May 2005 - November 2007
Smith Management Partners 2003 - 2005
MKW 2002 - 2003
Chippewa Lake Water Ski Team 1997 - 2002
Skills
Publishing, Brand Development, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Event Management, Account Management, Contract Management, Email Marketing, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Agency Relations, Promotions, Creative Direction, Leadership, Public Relations
Education
Baldwin-Wallace College 1998 — 2001
BA, International Studies and Business
Mark Steele Mark Steele's Big Idea Experience January 2010 - December 2012
Job CEO & Executive Creative of Steelehouse Productions
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Steelehouse Productions February 1999 - Present
Big Idea January 2010 - December 2012
RELEVANT Media Group May 2002 - November 2009
Relevant Magazine 2005 - 2007
Impact Productions 1991 - 1998
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Editing, Video, Video Production, Copywriting, Creative Writing, New Media, Film, Screenwriting, Creative Direction, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Entertainment, Video Editing, Commercials, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Broadcast, Documentaries, Producing, Radio, Motion Graphics, Post Production, Television, Film Production, Final Cut Studio, Multimedia, Avid, After Effects, Camera, Media Production, Digital Media, Non-linear Editing, Web Video, Camera Operating, Videography, Directing, Storytelling, Cinematography, Blogging, Advertising
Education
Oral Roberts University 1987 — 1991
DTF, Film / Television
Steelehouse Productions February 1999 - Present
Big Idea January 2010 - December 2012
RELEVANT Media Group May 2002 - November 2009
Relevant Magazine 2005 - 2007
Impact Productions 1991 - 1998
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Editing, Video, Video Production, Copywriting, Creative Writing, New Media, Film, Screenwriting, Creative Direction, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Entertainment, Video Editing, Commercials, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Broadcast, Documentaries, Producing, Radio, Motion Graphics, Post Production, Television, Film Production, Final Cut Studio, Multimedia, Avid, After Effects, Camera, Media Production, Digital Media, Non-linear Editing, Web Video, Camera Operating, Videography, Directing, Storytelling, Cinematography, Blogging, Advertising
Education
Oral Roberts University 1987 — 1991
DTF, Film / Television
Lisa Dion-Struebing Lisa Dion-Struebing's Big Idea Experience March 2012 - February 2014
Job Freelance Art Director, Contract Graphic Designer available for new client work
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Premier Communications Group October 2011 - Present
Lisa Dion-Struebing Design February 2010 - Present
Radiant Event Technology August 2009 - September 2015
BIG IDEA March 2012 - February 2014
Design Marketing Group April 2007 - August 2009
Campbell-Ewald 2007 - 2008
WIT Inc September 1998 - April 2007
FSI Label December 1996 - September 1998
Skills
Web / Mobile / User..., Graphic Design, Brand Identity, Digital Media Production, HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML, Adobe Photoshop,..., Social Media Marketing, Dreamweaver, Creative Direction, Digital Media, Web Design, Advertising, Logo Design, Social Media, E-commerce, Website Development, Graphics, Interactive Advertising, Art Direction, Creative Strategy, Mobile Applications
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 1991 — 1995
Bachelor's Degree, Graphic Design
College for Creative Studies 1997 — 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Continuing Education in Interactive
Premier Communications Group October 2011 - Present
Lisa Dion-Struebing Design February 2010 - Present
Radiant Event Technology August 2009 - September 2015
BIG IDEA March 2012 - February 2014
Design Marketing Group April 2007 - August 2009
Campbell-Ewald 2007 - 2008
WIT Inc September 1998 - April 2007
FSI Label December 1996 - September 1998
Skills
Web / Mobile / User..., Graphic Design, Brand Identity, Digital Media Production, HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML, Adobe Photoshop,..., Social Media Marketing, Dreamweaver, Creative Direction, Digital Media, Web Design, Advertising, Logo Design, Social Media, E-commerce, Website Development, Graphics, Interactive Advertising, Art Direction, Creative Strategy, Mobile Applications
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 1991 — 1995
Bachelor's Degree, Graphic Design
College for Creative Studies 1997 — 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Continuing Education in Interactive
Donna Kean's Big Idea Experience June 1999 - November 2001
Job Marketing Director, Senior Marketing Manager
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Alliance for Audited Media (formerly Audit Bureau of Circulations) July 2012 - Present
Taproot Foundation 2009 - 2013
DRH Cambridge Homes February 2004 - October 2008
The Hamilton Communications Group January 2003 - September 2003
StayWell (formerly Health Newsletters Direct) February 2002 - November 2002
Big Idea June 1999 - November 2001
Skills
Advertising, Direct Mail, Brochures, Newsletters, Marketing, Vendor Management, Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Packaging, Project Management, Budgets, Product Development, Integrated Marketing, Creative Strategy, Purchasing, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Print Purchasing, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Cost Containment, Promotions, Production, Marketing Management, Digital Marketing
Education
Northern Illinois University
BA, Journalism/Advertising
Alliance for Audited Media (formerly Audit Bureau of Circulations) July 2012 - Present
Taproot Foundation 2009 - 2013
DRH Cambridge Homes February 2004 - October 2008
The Hamilton Communications Group January 2003 - September 2003
StayWell (formerly Health Newsletters Direct) February 2002 - November 2002
Big Idea June 1999 - November 2001
Skills
Advertising, Direct Mail, Brochures, Newsletters, Marketing, Vendor Management, Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Packaging, Project Management, Budgets, Product Development, Integrated Marketing, Creative Strategy, Purchasing, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Print Purchasing, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Cost Containment, Promotions, Production, Marketing Management, Digital Marketing
Education
Northern Illinois University
BA, Journalism/Advertising
Frank Diaz de Leon Frank Diaz de Leon's Big Idea Experience November 1999 - March 2001
Job NOC Team Lead at Network Data Systems
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Network Data Systems July 2013 - Present
Network Data Systems October 2012 - July 2013
Network Data Systems May 2012 - October 2012
Huntley School District 158 May 2005 - May 2012
Wheeling Park District November 2004 - May 2005
Big Idea November 1999 - March 2001
Weekenders USA 1997 - 1999
Union Tank Car Company - UTLX 1992 - 1997
Union tank Car 1991 - 1997
Skills
Cisco Call Manager, WAN, Routers, Switches, CCNP, LAN-WAN, Cisco IOS, Cisco VoIP, Firewalls, Windows, Network Administration, OSPF, QoS, IP, VPN, CCNA, Routing, Customer Service, Troubleshooting, Network Engineering, Cisco Technologies, BGP, Data Center, VoIP, VMware, Unified Communications, Servers, Active Directory, Microsoft Excel, Team Leadership, Disaster Recovery, Network Security, DNS, TCP/IP, MPLS, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Cisco Unity, Praise & Worship, Worship Music, Cisco Firewall Security, lea, Networking, Juniper, Juniper Technologies
Education
DeVry University-Illinois 1985 — 1985
marie curie high school 1980 — 1984
Global Knowledge
Network Data Systems July 2013 - Present
Network Data Systems October 2012 - July 2013
Network Data Systems May 2012 - October 2012
Huntley School District 158 May 2005 - May 2012
Wheeling Park District November 2004 - May 2005
Big Idea November 1999 - March 2001
Weekenders USA 1997 - 1999
Union Tank Car Company - UTLX 1992 - 1997
Union tank Car 1991 - 1997
Skills
Cisco Call Manager, WAN, Routers, Switches, CCNP, LAN-WAN, Cisco IOS, Cisco VoIP, Firewalls, Windows, Network Administration, OSPF, QoS, IP, VPN, CCNA, Routing, Customer Service, Troubleshooting, Network Engineering, Cisco Technologies, BGP, Data Center, VoIP, VMware, Unified Communications, Servers, Active Directory, Microsoft Excel, Team Leadership, Disaster Recovery, Network Security, DNS, TCP/IP, MPLS, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Cisco Unity, Praise & Worship, Worship Music, Cisco Firewall Security, lea, Networking, Juniper, Juniper Technologies
Education
DeVry University-Illinois 1985 — 1985
marie curie high school 1980 — 1984
Global Knowledge
Chris Michael's Big Idea Experience 2009 - 2010
Job Senior Copywriter at Publicis + Comedy Writer at Huffington Post
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Publicis February 2011 - Present
The Huffington Post February 2010 - Present
Draftfcb October 2010 - February 2011
Euro RSCG 2010 - September 2010
DIRECTV 2010 - June 2010
Big Idea 2009 - 2010
Christopher Michael Creative 2006 - 2010
MSA Advertising & Public Relations 2008 - 2009
Commercial Closet 2008 - 2008
Skills
Writing, Comedy, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Creative Writing, Advertising, Art Direction, Marketing, User Experience, Blogging, Web Design, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, InDesign, Interactive Advertising
Education
Bard College 2002 — 2006
B.A., with Distinction, Psycholinguistics and its effects on humor cross-culturally
School of Visual Arts 2008 — 2009
Advertising copywriting
Université Paris-Sorbonne 2004 — 2005
Literary Translation (Honors)
Humboldt University of Berlin 2005 — 2005
Cultural-linguistic Modification
Phoenix Country Day 1997 — 2001
Publicis February 2011 - Present
The Huffington Post February 2010 - Present
Draftfcb October 2010 - February 2011
Euro RSCG 2010 - September 2010
DIRECTV 2010 - June 2010
Big Idea 2009 - 2010
Christopher Michael Creative 2006 - 2010
MSA Advertising & Public Relations 2008 - 2009
Commercial Closet 2008 - 2008
Skills
Writing, Comedy, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Creative Writing, Advertising, Art Direction, Marketing, User Experience, Blogging, Web Design, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, InDesign, Interactive Advertising
Education
Bard College 2002 — 2006
B.A., with Distinction, Psycholinguistics and its effects on humor cross-culturally
School of Visual Arts 2008 — 2009
Advertising copywriting
Université Paris-Sorbonne 2004 — 2005
Literary Translation (Honors)
Humboldt University of Berlin 2005 — 2005
Cultural-linguistic Modification
Phoenix Country Day 1997 — 2001
Brian Gall Brian Gall's Big Idea Experience January 2007 - Present
Job
Industry Animation
Experience
NC2 Media June 2015 - Present
Big Idea January 2007 - Present
Brian Gall Studios 2003 - Present
Age of Learning, Inc. November 2010 - June 2015
Gaylord Entertainment 2000 - 2013
CMT 2003 - 2010
Gaylord Digital 2000 - October 2000
Disneyland Paris September 1999 - March 2000
Disneyland Resort Paris 1999 - 2000
Disney Design Group 1995 - 2000
Skills
Character Animation, Illustration, Animation, Book Illustration, Art Direction, Traditional Animation, Digital Illustration, Storyboarding, Illustrator, Digital Painting, Visual Effects, Concept Design, Logo Design, Photoshop
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Central Florida Christian Academy 1990 — 1994
Diploma
NC2 Media June 2015 - Present
Big Idea January 2007 - Present
Brian Gall Studios 2003 - Present
Age of Learning, Inc. November 2010 - June 2015
Gaylord Entertainment 2000 - 2013
CMT 2003 - 2010
Gaylord Digital 2000 - October 2000
Disneyland Paris September 1999 - March 2000
Disneyland Resort Paris 1999 - 2000
Disney Design Group 1995 - 2000
Skills
Character Animation, Illustration, Animation, Book Illustration, Art Direction, Traditional Animation, Digital Illustration, Storyboarding, Illustrator, Digital Painting, Visual Effects, Concept Design, Logo Design, Photoshop
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Central Florida Christian Academy 1990 — 1994
Diploma
Eddie Pittman's Big Idea Experience 2005 - 2008
Job Cartoonist/Author
Industry Animation
Experience
Grape City February 2014 - Present
Disney Television Animation November 2011 - January 2014
CBN July 2009 - January 2012
self employed September 2000 - January 2012
Grape City May 2009 - December 2011
Big Idea 2005 - 2008
Cecropia, Inc. October 2005 - July 2006
Wacky World Studios January 2005 - October 2005
Legacy Animation Studios, LLC 2004 - 2005
AVI - Audio Visual Imagineering 2001 - 2004
Skills
Storyboarding, Illustration, Comics, Digital Illustration, Concept Design, Cartoons, Illustrator, Photoshop, Conceptual Art, Drawing, Storytelling, Digital Art, Art Direction, Comic Books, Video, Feature Films, Comic Book Illustration, Mac
Education
Georgia State University 1985 — 1989
English, Art
Seminars and Workshops
Grape City February 2014 - Present
Disney Television Animation November 2011 - January 2014
CBN July 2009 - January 2012
self employed September 2000 - January 2012
Grape City May 2009 - December 2011
Big Idea 2005 - 2008
Cecropia, Inc. October 2005 - July 2006
Wacky World Studios January 2005 - October 2005
Legacy Animation Studios, LLC 2004 - 2005
AVI - Audio Visual Imagineering 2001 - 2004
Skills
Storyboarding, Illustration, Comics, Digital Illustration, Concept Design, Cartoons, Illustrator, Photoshop, Conceptual Art, Drawing, Storytelling, Digital Art, Art Direction, Comic Books, Video, Feature Films, Comic Book Illustration, Mac
Education
Georgia State University 1985 — 1989
English, Art
Seminars and Workshops
T. Dan Hofstedt's Big Idea Experience July 2007 - November 2007
Job
Industry Animation
Experience
DisneyToon Studios June 2012 - January 2014
Reel FX January 2011 - June 2012
Hawaii Animation Studios March 2010 - August 2010
Walt Disney Animation Studios March 2008 - June 2009
California Institue of the Arts September 2007 - May 2008
Digital Domain November 2007 - February 2008
Studio Arts August 2004 - December 2007
Big Idea July 2007 - November 2007
Sony Pictures Animation August 2007 - September 2007
Sony Imageworks January 2004 - July 2007
Skills
Character Animation, Storyboarding, Animation, Maya, Caricatures, Traditional Animation, Visual Arts, Computer Animation, Facial Animation, Visual Effects, Teaching, 3D, Film, Illustration, Drawing, Art, Creative Direction, Feature Films, Cartoons, Pre-visualization, Cinematics, Computer Graphics, Video Games, Animation Direction, Short Films
Education
California Institute of the Arts 1981 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
DisneyToon Studios June 2012 - January 2014
Reel FX January 2011 - June 2012
Hawaii Animation Studios March 2010 - August 2010
Walt Disney Animation Studios March 2008 - June 2009
California Institue of the Arts September 2007 - May 2008
Digital Domain November 2007 - February 2008
Studio Arts August 2004 - December 2007
Big Idea July 2007 - November 2007
Sony Pictures Animation August 2007 - September 2007
Sony Imageworks January 2004 - July 2007
Skills
Character Animation, Storyboarding, Animation, Maya, Caricatures, Traditional Animation, Visual Arts, Computer Animation, Facial Animation, Visual Effects, Teaching, 3D, Film, Illustration, Drawing, Art, Creative Direction, Feature Films, Cartoons, Pre-visualization, Cinematics, Computer Graphics, Video Games, Animation Direction, Short Films
Education
California Institute of the Arts 1981 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Thom Falter Thom Falter's Big Idea Experience 2000 - 2003
Job Owner, Ghisallo Productions (Freelance 3D Animation)
Industry Animation
Experience
Ghisallo Productions June 2005 - Present
Fathom Studios June 2003 - June 2005
Big Idea Productions April 2000 - May 2003
Big Idea 2000 - 2003
Creative Associates, Inc. July 1997 - April 2000
Richland Memorial Hospital March 1993 - June 1997
Skills
Animation, Character Animation, Computer Animation, 3D, Film, Feature Films, Commercials, Video Production, Rigging, Maya, Storyboarding, Nuke, After Effects, Web Design, Illustration, Video Games, Digital Compositing, Creative Direction, Texturing, UV mapping, Cinematics, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Video, Art, Traditional Animation
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1987 — 1992
BA
University of South Carolina-Columbia
BS in Media Arts
Ghisallo Productions June 2005 - Present
Fathom Studios June 2003 - June 2005
Big Idea Productions April 2000 - May 2003
Big Idea 2000 - 2003
Creative Associates, Inc. July 1997 - April 2000
Richland Memorial Hospital March 1993 - June 1997
Skills
Animation, Character Animation, Computer Animation, 3D, Film, Feature Films, Commercials, Video Production, Rigging, Maya, Storyboarding, Nuke, After Effects, Web Design, Illustration, Video Games, Digital Compositing, Creative Direction, Texturing, UV mapping, Cinematics, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Video, Art, Traditional Animation
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1987 — 1992
BA
University of South Carolina-Columbia
BS in Media Arts
Andrew Arnett's Big Idea Experience 1998 - 2003
Job
Industry Animation
Experience
Rhythm & Hues Studios 2008 - Present
Rhythm & Hues January 2006 - November 2008
Rhythm & Hues August 2003 - December 2005
Big Idea 1998 - 2003
Skills
Character Animation, Facial Animation, Visual Effects, Maya, Computer Animation, Animation, Animation Direction, Feature Films, Post Production, Special Effects, Film, Creative Direction
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
Media Studies, Communication
Rhythm & Hues Studios 2008 - Present
Rhythm & Hues January 2006 - November 2008
Rhythm & Hues August 2003 - December 2005
Big Idea 1998 - 2003
Skills
Character Animation, Facial Animation, Visual Effects, Maya, Computer Animation, Animation, Animation Direction, Feature Films, Post Production, Special Effects, Film, Creative Direction
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
Media Studies, Communication
Jeff Ivan's Big Idea Experience 2008 - 2009
Job General Manager Leran Gas Products at Interline Brands
Industry Wholesale
Experience
Interline Brands September 2014 - Present
Interline Brands June 2011 - September 2014
Alpharetta FUMC 2009 - 2014
KIT digital, Inc 2009 - 2011
Big Idea 2008 - 2009
EMI Music 1996 - 2007
EMI Music Distribution 1995 - 1996
CEMA Distribution 1992 - 1995
I.R.S. Records 1990 - 1992
Relativity Records 1989 - 1990
Skills
Online Communications, Music Industry, Video Distribution, Social Networking, Video Streaming, Mobile Streaming, Team Building, Sales Management, Promotions, Radio Broadcasting, Onlinve Video Platform, Children's Products, Digital Media, Faith Based Sales &..., Non-profit..., Career Counseling, Salesforce.com, NetSuite, Budget Management, P&L Management, Budget Development, Cost Analysis, IPTV, iPhone Streaming, IP Video Delivery, Strategic Partnerships, Video, Leadership, Mobile Devices, Budgets, Advertising, Product Marketing, Creative Direction, Marketing, Training, Streaming Media, Competitive Analysis, Negotiation, Sales, Selling, New Media, Nonprofits, Forecasting, Cost Benefit, Team Leadership, Non-profits, Operations Management, CRM, E-commerce, Management
Education
Texas Tech University 1983 — 1988
BA, Telecommunications
Interline Brands September 2014 - Present
Interline Brands June 2011 - September 2014
Alpharetta FUMC 2009 - 2014
KIT digital, Inc 2009 - 2011
Big Idea 2008 - 2009
EMI Music 1996 - 2007
EMI Music Distribution 1995 - 1996
CEMA Distribution 1992 - 1995
I.R.S. Records 1990 - 1992
Relativity Records 1989 - 1990
Skills
Online Communications, Music Industry, Video Distribution, Social Networking, Video Streaming, Mobile Streaming, Team Building, Sales Management, Promotions, Radio Broadcasting, Onlinve Video Platform, Children's Products, Digital Media, Faith Based Sales &..., Non-profit..., Career Counseling, Salesforce.com, NetSuite, Budget Management, P&L Management, Budget Development, Cost Analysis, IPTV, iPhone Streaming, IP Video Delivery, Strategic Partnerships, Video, Leadership, Mobile Devices, Budgets, Advertising, Product Marketing, Creative Direction, Marketing, Training, Streaming Media, Competitive Analysis, Negotiation, Sales, Selling, New Media, Nonprofits, Forecasting, Cost Benefit, Team Leadership, Non-profits, Operations Management, CRM, E-commerce, Management
Education
Texas Tech University 1983 — 1988
BA, Telecommunications
Alan Millman's Big Idea Experience 1999 - 2003
Job 3D, Simulation, & VR Developer
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Independent Consultant 2003 - Present
ThreePivot, Inc. 2008 - Present
Big Idea 1999 - 2003
University of Illinois at Chicago 1997 - 2000
Skills
3D, C++, Computer Graphics, OpenGL, OpenGL ES, Dynamic Simulation, NURBS, Shaders, Windows, Mac OS, Linux, iOS, Visual Studio, Computer Animation, Software Development, Virtual Reality, Programming, C#, Maya, Animation, MEL, Python, Computer Science
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1989 — 1996
Masters Degree, Electronic Visualization
Columbia College Chicago 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts, Film and Video
Independent Consultant 2003 - Present
ThreePivot, Inc. 2008 - Present
Big Idea 1999 - 2003
University of Illinois at Chicago 1997 - 2000
Skills
3D, C++, Computer Graphics, OpenGL, OpenGL ES, Dynamic Simulation, NURBS, Shaders, Windows, Mac OS, Linux, iOS, Visual Studio, Computer Animation, Software Development, Virtual Reality, Programming, C#, Maya, Animation, MEL, Python, Computer Science
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1989 — 1996
Masters Degree, Electronic Visualization
Columbia College Chicago 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts, Film and Video
Joe Barruso's Big Idea Experience June 2007 - July 2009
Job Emmy Award winning Animation Producer
Industry Animation
Experience
Christian Broadcasting Network January 2009 - Present
Big Idea June 2007 - July 2009
Big Idea/3-2-1 Penguins June 2007 - July 2009
Wacky World Studios 2004 - 2007
Universal Studios 1999 - 2001
Fox Family Worldwide/Saban Entertainment 1997 - 1999
The Walt Disney Company 1995 - 1997
DIC Entertainment 1991 - 1995
Transcom Media 1985 - 1989
Skills
Animation, Television, 3D, Feature Films, Commercials, Visual Effects, Film Production, Film, Screenwriting, Compositing, Storyboarding, Video Production, Character Animation, After Effects, Motion Graphics, Art, Pre-production, Directing, Graphic Design, Cartoons, Dvd, Premiere, Illustration, Traditional Animation, Maya
Education
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 1981 — 1983
Associate's degree, Visual Communications
Christian Broadcasting Network January 2009 - Present
Big Idea June 2007 - July 2009
Big Idea/3-2-1 Penguins June 2007 - July 2009
Wacky World Studios 2004 - 2007
Universal Studios 1999 - 2001
Fox Family Worldwide/Saban Entertainment 1997 - 1999
The Walt Disney Company 1995 - 1997
DIC Entertainment 1991 - 1995
Transcom Media 1985 - 1989
Skills
Animation, Television, 3D, Feature Films, Commercials, Visual Effects, Film Production, Film, Screenwriting, Compositing, Storyboarding, Video Production, Character Animation, After Effects, Motion Graphics, Art, Pre-production, Directing, Graphic Design, Cartoons, Dvd, Premiere, Illustration, Traditional Animation, Maya
Education
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 1981 — 1983
Associate's degree, Visual Communications
Charles Vollmer's Big Idea Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job Freelance Illustrator at Charles Vollmer Illustration
Industry Animation
Experience
Age of Learning May 2009 - Present
Funnypages Produtions May 2009 - Present
Charles Vollmer Illustration January 2009 - Present
Big Idea January 2009 - May 2009
Premise Entertainment January 2009 - May 2009
Big Idea/Classic Media/Entertainment Rights 2001 - December 2008
Walt Disney Feature Animation 1991 - 2001
Walt Disney Feature Animation, Florida 1991 - 2001
Skills
Visual Development, Digital Illustration, Illustration, Concept Design, Art Direction, Painting, Digital Painting, Matte Painting, Photoshop, Watercolor, Visual Arts, Character Animation, Conceptual Art, Art, Traditional Animation, Storyboarding, Animation, Background Art, Computer Animation, Character Designs, Drawing, Visual Storytelling, Animation Direction, Characters, Creative Direction, Pre-visualization, Digital Art, Cartoons, Comics, Texture Painting, Environment Art
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 1986 — 1991
BFA, Illustration
Age of Learning May 2009 - Present
Funnypages Produtions May 2009 - Present
Charles Vollmer Illustration January 2009 - Present
Big Idea January 2009 - May 2009
Premise Entertainment January 2009 - May 2009
Big Idea/Classic Media/Entertainment Rights 2001 - December 2008
Walt Disney Feature Animation 1991 - 2001
Walt Disney Feature Animation, Florida 1991 - 2001
Skills
Visual Development, Digital Illustration, Illustration, Concept Design, Art Direction, Painting, Digital Painting, Matte Painting, Photoshop, Watercolor, Visual Arts, Character Animation, Conceptual Art, Art, Traditional Animation, Storyboarding, Animation, Background Art, Computer Animation, Character Designs, Drawing, Visual Storytelling, Animation Direction, Characters, Creative Direction, Pre-visualization, Digital Art, Cartoons, Comics, Texture Painting, Environment Art
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 1986 — 1991
BFA, Illustration
Gretchen Stibolt's Big Idea Experience November 2004 - January 2008
Job Graphic Designer
Industry Design
Experience
Awana Clubs International March 2010 - Present
Awana Clubs International April 2010 - July 2010
Freelance January 2008 - April 2010
Big Idea November 2004 - January 2008
Freelance November 2003 - November 2004
Preface, Inc. December 2000 - November 2003
Preface and Anthology 2000 - 2003
Skills
Graphic Design, Graphics, Photoshop, Illustrator, Layout, Typography, HTML, Email Marketing, Banner Design, Web Design, Dreamweaver, CSS, Marketing Communications, Mockups, CD packaging, Packaging, POS design, Brochures, Logos, Logo Design, Book Covers, Advertising, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Art, Digital Illustration, Illustration, Photography, Custom Graphics, Vehicle Graphics, Exhibition Graphics, Business Stationery, Website Development, Microsoft Office, Posters, Catalogs, Newsletters, Magazines, Books, Print Production, QuarkXPress, Flyers, Business Cards, Banners, Stationery, Print Collateral, Direct Mail, Visual Communication
Education
Judson University 1997 — 2000
BA, Visual Communicatinos
Awana Clubs International March 2010 - Present
Awana Clubs International April 2010 - July 2010
Freelance January 2008 - April 2010
Big Idea November 2004 - January 2008
Freelance November 2003 - November 2004
Preface, Inc. December 2000 - November 2003
Preface and Anthology 2000 - 2003
Skills
Graphic Design, Graphics, Photoshop, Illustrator, Layout, Typography, HTML, Email Marketing, Banner Design, Web Design, Dreamweaver, CSS, Marketing Communications, Mockups, CD packaging, Packaging, POS design, Brochures, Logos, Logo Design, Book Covers, Advertising, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Art, Digital Illustration, Illustration, Photography, Custom Graphics, Vehicle Graphics, Exhibition Graphics, Business Stationery, Website Development, Microsoft Office, Posters, Catalogs, Newsletters, Magazines, Books, Print Production, QuarkXPress, Flyers, Business Cards, Banners, Stationery, Print Collateral, Direct Mail, Visual Communication
Education
Judson University 1997 — 2000
BA, Visual Communicatinos
Karen Poth's Big Idea Experience graphic designerWalt Disney WorldFebruary 1998 - February 2000
Job VP Design at Big Idea
Industry Animation
Experience
Big Idea graphic designerWalt Disney WorldFebruary 1998 - February 2000
May Merchandising Company January 1993 - February 1998
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
BA / MA, Journalism
Big Idea graphic designerWalt Disney WorldFebruary 1998 - February 2000
May Merchandising Company January 1993 - February 1998
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
BA / MA, Journalism
Shannon Kozee's Big Idea Experience May 2010 - March 2012
Job Events Marketing Regional Director, Compassion International
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Compassion International February 2013 - Present
LifeWay Christian Resources March 2012 - February 2013
Big Idea May 2010 - March 2012
Samaritan's Purse June 2003 - May 2010
Melissa Libby & Associates January 2003 - May 2003
Skills
Social Media, Media Relations, Public Relations, Non-profits, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Corporate Partnerships, Partnership Management, Partnership Marketing, Partnership Development, Building Partnerships, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Development, Social Media Outreach, Publicity, Humanitarian Affairs, Fundraising, Humanitarian, Partnerships, Marketing, Copywriting, Community Outreach, Entertainment, Nonprofits, Management, Community Development, Strategic Communications, Partner Management, Facebook, Publishing, Email Marketing, New Media, Newsletters, Press Releases, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Marketing Communications, Strategy, Blogging, Social Networking
Education
The University of Georgia 2001 — 2003
Journalism, Public Relations
Young Harris College 1999 — 2001
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Compassion International February 2013 - Present
LifeWay Christian Resources March 2012 - February 2013
Big Idea May 2010 - March 2012
Samaritan's Purse June 2003 - May 2010
Melissa Libby & Associates January 2003 - May 2003
Skills
Social Media, Media Relations, Public Relations, Non-profits, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Corporate Partnerships, Partnership Management, Partnership Marketing, Partnership Development, Building Partnerships, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Development, Social Media Outreach, Publicity, Humanitarian Affairs, Fundraising, Humanitarian, Partnerships, Marketing, Copywriting, Community Outreach, Entertainment, Nonprofits, Management, Community Development, Strategic Communications, Partner Management, Facebook, Publishing, Email Marketing, New Media, Newsletters, Press Releases, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Marketing Communications, Strategy, Blogging, Social Networking
Education
The University of Georgia 2001 — 2003
Journalism, Public Relations
Young Harris College 1999 — 2001
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Kull Shin's Big Idea Experience October 2000 - February 2003
Job Modeler at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
DreamWorks Animation January 2006 - Present
Blur Studio March 2003 - January 2006
Big Idea October 2000 - February 2003
Education
School of Visual Arts 1992 — 2000
BFA, MFA, Computer Art
DreamWorks Animation January 2006 - Present
Blur Studio March 2003 - January 2006
Big Idea October 2000 - February 2003
Education
School of Visual Arts 1992 — 2000
BFA, MFA, Computer Art
Ellen DiFilippo's Big Idea Experience 2003 - 2003
Job Owner Discovery Studio for Performing Arts
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Discovery Studio TeacherTracy High SchoolWriterSelf-employedJanuary 2011 - Present
Liberty High School 2008 - 2009
San Juan High School 2006 - 2007
Foothill High School Sacramento, CA 1998 - 2005
Big Idea 2003 - 2003
Skills
Drama Instructor, Music teacher, Piano and Flute teacher, Teaching, Writing, Theatre, Editing, Acting, Singing, Musical Theatre, Creative Writing, Drama, Published Author, Performing Arts, Music Education, Public Speaking, Music, Curriculum Design
Education
American River College 1997 — 2007
certificate, Theater
CSU Sacramento 1978 — 1980
B.A., German
Discovery Studio TeacherTracy High SchoolWriterSelf-employedJanuary 2011 - Present
Liberty High School 2008 - 2009
San Juan High School 2006 - 2007
Foothill High School Sacramento, CA 1998 - 2005
Big Idea 2003 - 2003
Skills
Drama Instructor, Music teacher, Piano and Flute teacher, Teaching, Writing, Theatre, Editing, Acting, Singing, Musical Theatre, Creative Writing, Drama, Published Author, Performing Arts, Music Education, Public Speaking, Music, Curriculum Design
Education
American River College 1997 — 2007
certificate, Theater
CSU Sacramento 1978 — 1980
B.A., German
Bonnie McGraw's Big Idea Experience February 1999 - May 2001
Job Human Resources Manager at TEAM
Industry Religious Institutions
Experience
TEAM/The Evangelical Alliance Mission October 2006 - Present
Caring Medical and Rehabilitation Services January 2002 - September 2006
Big Idea February 1999 - May 2001
Baldwin Cooke March 1998 - January 1999
Skills
Leadership Development, Staff Development, Community Outreach, Organizational..., Nonprofits, Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Coaching, Training, Missions, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Fundraising, Program Development, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Payroll, Policy Revisions, Job Description Creation
Education
Moody Bible Institute 1973 — 1975
Bible Theology
TEAM/The Evangelical Alliance Mission October 2006 - Present
Caring Medical and Rehabilitation Services January 2002 - September 2006
Big Idea February 1999 - May 2001
Baldwin Cooke March 1998 - January 1999
Skills
Leadership Development, Staff Development, Community Outreach, Organizational..., Nonprofits, Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Coaching, Training, Missions, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Fundraising, Program Development, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Payroll, Policy Revisions, Job Description Creation
Education
Moody Bible Institute 1973 — 1975
Bible Theology
Terry Pefanis's Big Idea Experience February 2002 - March 2008
Job Chief Financial Officer at Healthtech Holdings, Inc.
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Healthtech Holdings, Inc. May 2010 - Present
Big Idea February 2002 - March 2008
Gaylord Entertainment November 1994 - October 2001
PwC November 1983 - October 1994
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Research, Outlook, English, Photoshop, Windows, Teaching
Education
University of Oklahoma 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting
Healthtech Holdings, Inc. May 2010 - Present
Big Idea February 2002 - March 2008
Gaylord Entertainment November 1994 - October 2001
PwC November 1983 - October 1994
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Research, Outlook, English, Photoshop, Windows, Teaching
Education
University of Oklahoma 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting
Nathaniel Marston's Big Idea Experience February 2013 - April 2013
Job Producer
Industry Media Production
Experience
Cavu Coffee October 2014 - June 2015
WKRC-TV April 2014 - February 2015
Big Idea February 2013 - April 2013
Wave Church May 2012 - July 2012
Skills
After Effects, Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Video Editing, Digital Media, Film, Photography
Education
Belmont University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Audio and Video Production
Cavu Coffee October 2014 - June 2015
WKRC-TV April 2014 - February 2015
Big Idea February 2013 - April 2013
Wave Church May 2012 - July 2012
Skills
After Effects, Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Video Editing, Digital Media, Film, Photography
Education
Belmont University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Audio and Video Production
Noble Energy
CBS Television Studios
Warner Bros. Television
Original Media
Dick Clark Productions
Pilgrim Studios
Cineflix
Atlas Media Corp