It all started with my parents’ band and a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle camera.

I was five when I got my first camera, and it instantly sparked a lifelong fascination. Growing up on the road taught me independence, resilience, and how to get creative with what I had. At the time I was an only child surrounded by adults and stages, I learned to observe closely, imagine freely, and capture whatever moved me, even if most of those early photos were blurry and weirdly cropped.
That little plastic camera, and the wild, music-filled upbringing that came with it, shaped everything. It planted the seed for the storyteller I’d become. Looking back now, I see it wasn’t just a toy, it was the beginning of something real. And for that, I’m endlessly grateful.

As a kid, I was obsessed with playing make believe. Looking back, I realize it wasn’t just about imagination - it was about creating and telling stories. That passion stuck with me, and by the time I was headed to college, I knew exactly where I was going: video. Since then, I’ve built a career doing what I love, and not a single day has felt like "work." I’m grateful to keep creating with great people and bringing meaningful stories to life.

Energy!
Something I've always embraced. From sports to media it has been a driving force to my
successes. Having the willingness to put yourself out there is exciting, thrilling, and at times, terrifying. I embrace all of that with my creativity, and storytelling. No matter how many projects I have done, I always find great happiness in seeing them come to life. It's special. I love creating moments, and at the center of it all, I believe that's the job. Making people happy while being happy. While doing what I love. I am always grateful for my opportunities, and thrive in the moments that make them happen. I am always looking for the next creative adventure!

I’ve always loved storytelling. Whether that meant performing on stage or giving Oscar-worthy acceptance speeches into a hairbrush in my bathroom mirror as a kid. My creative path led me to build and lead Evolve Dance Company in Rockford, Illinois in 2005, where I’ve spent years shaping ideas, guiding talent, and bringing big creative visions to life. My path into film and commercial production began when I started collaborating with Lonnie, founder of Vixen Productions, creating dance concept videos and discovering that camera movement is choreography in its own right—sometimes sharp and fast, sometimes fluid, but always intentional. Wanting a deeper understanding of the industry, I completed Illinois Film Office training and gained hands-on insight into how all the moving pieces of production come together. Today, as a creative producer with Vixen Productions, I thrive on developing strong concepts and producing compelling video content that connects with audiences and elevates every story told.

Curiosity is the word that defines my life. It's what took me from Jackson, Michigan and placed me in Rockford, Illinois. It's also the word that made my love of film blossom into a career in Media Production. Everyone has a story to tell, and whether it's through an Interview or a Film, I plan to help share these stories with the world.

From a young age, I was always either watching or creating videos. I never realized video could become a career until I discovered the Mass Communication program at Rock Valley College. As a Mass Comm student, I’ve been incredibly grateful for the opportunities I’ve been given, especially my internship with Vixen Productions. I’m excited to work alongside such talented creatives while continuing to learn new skills and gain hands-on experience with professional equipment.