Accolades

WINNER

Best Illinois Feature Film, Beloit International Film Festival 2020, Sun King

FIRST eVER

Director of DePaul University’s ‘Indie Studio’ program, 2018

WINNER

Award of Merit, Best Shorts Competition 2019, Minstrel vs. Puppet

SUMMA CUM LAUDE

DePaul University, Bachelor of Arts, Digital Cinema, Class of 2019

CLOSING NIGHT FILM

Minstrel vs. Puppet @ NFFTY 2018

FILM FESTIVALS

Director of 6 different films accepted into over 30 film festivals worldwide

WINNER

COLLECTIVE - Spotlight Challenge April 6-13 2020, Binx

About

Filmmaking has enamored me since I was a little boy watching The Lion King for the first time. I love telling stories about perseverance, self-discovery, relationships, and human connection. I’m passionate, yet also realistic, and can typically find the best way to make something happen. This comes through collaboration and a positive work ethic, which I practice every time I make a film. As I’ve made movies throughout my entire life, I’ve realized the beauty in the lessons that filmmaking teaches you about yourself, other people, and the world.

My works have been screened at film festivals across the globe including Diversity in Cannes, Cleveland International, NFFTY, DC Shorts, and more. Since 2019, I have been co-directing and editing a documentary mini-series about addiction and gambling called Wild Gamble.