About

Designer, developer, educator, father, and lover of all things interactive.

I’m a husband, father to two incredible daughters, and someone who has always had a passion for all things creative and interactive. But my story doesn’t start there.

Early Creative Roots

Born and raised in Barrie, Ontario, my creative journey started early. I was always drawn to anything creative—drawing, hands-on projects, or reimagining school assignments. In public school, I spent summers at art camp and often leaned on my creative instincts to get good grades. In Grade 6, I made a LEGO stop-motion animation project—for French class. It had nothing to do with French, but I got an A+. In high school, I combined Star Wars with American Civil War history presentations. Jurassic Park, Twister, and other computer-animated blockbusters fueled my passion for visual storytelling and technology. That enthusiasm led to a stop-motion entrance video that earned me a spot in the highly competitive and reputable Media Arts program at Sheridan College.

Film and Television Education & Pivot to Interactive

At Sheridan, I honed my skills in visual storytelling and motion graphics. I earned a diploma in Television and Media and initially pursued a career in film and television. But the industry was shifting. I found myself increasingly drawn to the technical side—programming and interactive media. After six months as an assistant editor, I made one of the best decisions of my career: I pivoted.

I returned to school for the highly competitive Post-Graduate Program in Interactive Multimedia. Within the first week, I was nominated to represent the student body on the Dean’s Council and collaborated with classmates who became lifelong friends. We went on to win awards—including the Peter J. Marshall AMO Award (not the last time I’d receive it). I was also nominated as Canada’s “Graduate of the Year” at the Canadian New Media Awards and placed in the top three finalists.

Career Launch

After graduation, I joined a top-tier post-production and interactive company in Toronto called CreativePOST. Our facilities were world-class, with million-dollar suites and $1,200/hour billing rates. It was fast-paced, high-stakes, and creatively fulfilling. I had the opportunity to work on many incredible projects, but one that stands out was serving as lead programmer for the Canadian Marine Discovery Centre on Hamilton’s waterfront. This full-scale interactive exhibit featured touchscreens, Alcorn McBride DMX lighting controllers, video servers, and embedded displays—all designed for immersive public engagement. It was my first major experience with experiential design, and it left a lasting impression.

Family First, Creativity Always

Life shifted again when I decided to start a family. That meant giving up the daily commute and intensity of downtown life. I traded pool tables and studio life for bedtime stories and home-cooked lunches—and gridlock for a five-minute commute. I could come home for lunch, be there for milestones, and stay present through the small moments that make a big difference.

But even with the rebalance, I continued to work with the same creative and technical energy that lives inside me. I’ve been raising my daughters with presence and purpose, fully engaged in their lives while continuing to build and deliver innovative digital work.

In Between

A lot has happened since then. I’ve racked up over 500 projects—ranging from small brochure websites for startups to large-scale distributed interactive tools. I launched Pitch Point Interactive, delivering experiential tools for the travel industry. I’ve built touchscreen kiosk experiences for the Science of Hockey in California (sponsored by the Anaheim Ducks), interactive trailers for Parks Canada to educate kids about endangered species, and so many other projects in between. Hundreds of experiences—each one unique.

Today

Today, I currently flex my technical chops as the Chief Technology at Capsule Media in Downtown Toronto. My focus remains the same: bringing interactive experiences to life. Creative, technically sound, and always awesome.

Accolades

Throughout my career, I’ve been fortunate to work on groundbreaking projects and earn recognition from peers, industry leaders, and educational institutions alike. My work spans interactive installations, large-scale digital experiences, and pioneering web applications—often blending creative direction, hands-on coding, and deep UX thinking.

  • Honoured with four national awards for excellence in interactive media, user experience, and digital design
  • Four-time nominee and two-time finalist at the Canadian New Media Awards (CNMA), celebrating innovation and technical achievement
  • Invited speaker at top-tier industry events, including a featured presentation at Microsoft Canada and multiple design and tech panels
  • Selected six times as a CNMA judge, evaluating and recognizing Canada’s most exciting digital talent
  • Interviewed and profiled in a published book by Peter Norton, as well as Freelance Switch (Envato), and featured in several design and tech publications
  • Contributed significantly to digital education:
    • Program Chair for Fleming College’s Web Design Program for seven years, guiding curriculum and mentoring students
    • Advisory roles at Georgian College (Computer Studies) and Sheridan College (Interactive Multimedia Post-Graduate Program)
  • Built immersive digital experiences for Fortune 500 clients, cultural institutions, and global brands—projects ranging from museum installations to mobile-friendly marketing platforms
  • Led cross-functional teams as Creative and Technical Director, while also rolling up my sleeves to write the code and architect user flows

These aren’t resume bullets—they’re highlights from a career driven by curiosity, craft, and a passion for the intersection of design and technology.