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curriculum vitae
education
2006

MFA, Rochester Institute of Technology

Imaging Arts and Sciences

2002

Santa Clara University, Bachelor of Arts

Photography (Summa Cum Laude)

2002

Andersen Ranch Arts Center

Photography of Place, William Wylie

administrative experience
2010Present

Owner Green Sweater Studios

Green Sweater Studios is a Rochester based production company that focuses on

independent films and joint venture productions in a commercial atmosphere.
Most recently we have released Bates Training Introduction to Childcare (a feature
length training resource for childcare centers) and the National Shrine of the
Divine Mercys St. Faustinas Way of the Cross.
20082011

Studio Manager
University of Rochester, Sage Art Center

This was a multi-faceted role that required maintaining a digital lab, facilitating
student experiences, communicating with faculty regarding course preparation,
maintaining facilities, and working with seniors to achieve technically and
conceptually sound final projects.
teaching experience
2014Present

Visiting Assistant Professor

Rochester Institute of Technology

Courses taught over the year: Moving Media I & II, includes History of Video
Art, Non-Linear Editing, Capture, and Output of video works for Fine Art
Photography students; Photographic Arts I & II are foundation courses for
incoming photography majors, which help them develop aesthetics, work flow,
and productive work habits; Fine Art II is the senior core curriculum, which

helps the students prepare and set up their senior exhibition. Faculty service
during this year includes Moving Media committee and Holiday Auction
committee. Concurrent with this position I am holding courses as an adjunct for
RITs College of Liberal Arts (see below)
Adjunct Professor, Intro to Film
Rochester Institute of Technology (Fall and Spring Semester)
This course provides the student with an introduction to film as an art form. The
course presents a vocabulary for film analysis as well as the critical and
analytical skills for interpreting films. The course examines the major aesthetic,
structural, historical, and technical components of film. It considers how a film
works, by looking internally at the multiple aspects that comprise the
construction of a film, and externally at how a film affects the viewers. Students
will watch a variety of feature films, primarily American, ranging in date from
the 1940's through the 2000's.
Adjunct Professor, Special Topics: Intro Video Art
Rochester Institute of Technology (Fall Semester)
This course examines the history and concepts of contemporary video art
beginning with the advent of the Sony PortaPak. Emphasis will be placed on
understanding the evolving dialogue of video artists and the development of the
medium as a recent art form. Among the artists to be studied are Lumiere
Brothers, Andy Warhol, Bruce Nauman, Marina Abramovic and Ulay, Vito
Acconci, Anthony Goicolea, CarianaCarianne, Nam June Paik, John Baldessari,
Waffa Bilal, Walid Raad, Vanessa Beecroft, Pippolotti Rist, Paul McCarthy and
Matthew Barney. The goal of the class will be to give the student access to the
dialogue of the video artists and a foundation for evaluating video art. Works
will be considered within the context of technology, art history and the art
market. Artist work will be discussed from several viewpoints including
aesthetic, technical, and conceptual.
20132014

Adjunct Professor, Moving Media 2

Rochester Institute of Technology (Spring Semester)

This course uses the skills developed in Moving Media I to work with timebased imagery on projects utilizing advanced visual language and technical
skills. Students learn to record sound with off-camera microphones and
sound recorders. Historic and contemporary media artists will be studied,
analyzing various strategies used to convey ideas. Students will design a
series of independent projects and produce a final project for presentation.
Adjunct Professor, Intro to Film
Rochester Institute of Technology (Spring Semester)

This course provides the student with an introduction to film as an art form. The
course presents a vocabulary for film analysis as well as the critical and
analytical skills for interpreting films. The course examines the major aesthetic,
structural, historical, and technical components of film. It considers how a film
works, by looking internally at the multiple aspects that comprise the
construction of a film, and externally at how a film affects the viewers. Students
will watch a variety of feature films, primarily American, ranging in date from
the 1940's through the 2000's.
Adjunct Professor, Moving Media 1
Rochester Institute of Technology (Fall Semester)
This course explores the history and evolution of the moving image in art.
Students will record digital video and utilize electronic imagery to create new
work that expands the disciplines of photography and video. Projects will
involve creating experimental narratives, conceptual constructions, and
performance pieces. Students will work with traditional photographic processes,
electronic media, web resources, editing software, and projection technologies to
create and display their new visual media work.
Adjunct Professor, Intro to Film
Rochester Institute of Technology (Fall Semester)
This course provides the student with an introduction to film as an art form. The
course presents a vocabulary for film analysis as well as the critical and
analytical skills for interpreting films. The course examines the major aesthetic,
structural, historical, and technical components of film. It considers how a film
works, by looking internally at the multiple aspects that comprise the
construction of a film, and externally at how a film affects the viewers. Students
will watch a variety of feature films, primarily American, ranging in date from
the 1940's through the 2000's.
Adjunct Professor, Special Topics: Intro Video Art
Rochester Institute of Technology (Fall Semester)
This course examines the history and concepts of contemporary video art
beginning with the advent of the Sony PortaPak. Emphasis will be placed on
understanding the evolving dialogue of video artists and the development of the
medium as a recent art form. Among the artists to be studied are Lumiere
Brothers, Andy Warhol, Bruce Nauman, Marina Abramovic and Ulay, Vito
Acconci, Anthony Goicolea, CarianaCarianne, Nam June Paik, John Baldessari,
Waffa Bilal, Walid Raad, Vanessa Beecroft, Pippolotti Rist, Paul McCarthy and
Matthew Barney. The goal of the class will be to give the student access to the

dialogue of the video artists and a foundation for evaluating video art. Works
will be considered within the context of technology, art history and the art
market. Artist work will be discussed from several viewpoints including
aesthetic, technical, and conceptual.
20122013

Adjunct Professor, Moving Media 1

Rochester Institute of Technology (Spring Quarter)

This course explores the history and evolution of the moving image in art.
Students will record digital video and utilize electronic imagery to create new
work that expands the disciplines of photography and video. Projects will
involve creating experimental narratives, conceptual constructions, and
performance pieces. Students will work with traditional photographic processes,
electronic media, web resources, editing software, and projection technologies to
create and display their new visual media work.
20072008

Adjunct Professor, Photo Arts 3

Rochester Institute of Technology (Spring Quarter)

This is the third installment of a six part curriculum. Students are introduced to
digital capture and workflow. Advanced film scanning techniques and output
options are covered as well as topics concerning archiving, managing files and
utilizing keywords. In addition students become proficient in the use and
functions of a digital SLR camera.
Adjunct Professor, Concepts in 2D:
Consciousness, Narrative, and Self
University of Rochester (Spring Semester)
An instructor proposed course, which encouraged students to look at analog and
digital media not merely as tools of production, but also as markers of
individuality and society at large. The course emphasized journaling and
meditation as ways of collating and interpreting information as well as preparing
to disseminate and communicate to a larger audience.
Adjunct Professor, Photo Arts 2
Rochester Institute of Technology (Winter Quarter)
Photo Arts 2 is a continuation of Photo Arts 1 for the BFA degree in Photographic
Arts. This course introduces students to the world of color photography through
both analog and digital methods. Additionally, this course introduces digital
imaging using scanning, digital files and the basic principles of imaging software
and image output. The studio is also utilized to control lighting for portraiture
and still life photographs. The curriculum continues to emphasize both craft and

visual problem solving as it applies to photography used as documentation, art

and commerce.
Adjunct Professor, Introductory Digital Arts
University of Rochester (Fall Semester)
Introductory Digital Arts begins an investigation into the impact of digital
technology on culture and society. Students use writings, and readings on
contemporary art practice and theory to create work within the framework of
contemporary digital art. Software, namely Adobe PhotoShop and Macromedia
Dreamweaver , are the mediums for materializing conceptual ideas.
Adjunct Professor, Photo Arts 1
Rochester Institute of Technology (Fall Quarter)
Photo Arts 1 is an introduction to the BFA major in Photographic Arts. Students
learn and refine basic camera and darkroom skills and complete projects that
address various aspects of photography as it is used in documentary, art and
commerce. The course (first of six consecutive quarters) emphasizes both craft
and visual problem solving with traditional (analog) B&W materials.
20062007

Adjunct Professor, Photo Arts 3

Rochester Institute of Technology (Spring Quarter)

This is the third installment of a six part curriculum. Students are introduced to
digital capture and workflow. Advanced film scanning techniques and output
options are covered as well as topics concerning archiving, managing files and
utilizing keywords. In addition students become proficient in the use and
functions of a digital SLR camera.
Adjunct Lecturer, Special Topics 3D: Installation and Light
University of Rochester, (Spring Semester)
This course offers advanced perspectives on sculpture and installation. Emphasis
is placed on light and how to best utilize it as medium. The conceptual nature of
the medium as well as contemporary artists utilizing installation and light ware
introduced and considered as a context for the dialogue of work created.
Adjunct Professor, Introductory Digital Arts
University of Rochester (Spring Semester)
Introductory Digital Arts begins an investigation into the impact of digital
technology on culture and society. Students use writings, and readings on
contemporary art practice and theory to create work within the framework of

contemporary digital art. Software, namely Adobe PhotoShop and Macromedia

Dreamweaver , are the mediums for materializing conceptual ideas.
Adjunct Professor, Photo Arts 2
Rochester Institute of Technology (Winter Quarter)
Photo Arts 2 is a continuation of Photo Arts 1 for the BFA degree in Photographic
Arts. This course introduces students to the world of color photography through
both analog and digital methods. Additionally, this course introduces digital
imaging using scanning, digital files and the basic principles of imaging software
and image output. The studio is also utilized to control lighting for portraiture
and still life photographs. The curriculum continues to emphasize both craft and
visual problem solving as it applies to photography used as documentation, art
and commerce.
Adjunct Instructor, Introductory Digital Arts
University of Rochester (Fall Semester)
Introductory Digital Arts begins an investigation into the impact of digital
technology on culture and society. Students use writings, and readings on
contemporary art practice and theory to create work within the framework of
contemporary digital art. Software, namely Adobe PhotoShop and Macromedia
Dreamweaver , are the mediums for materializing conceptual ideas.
Adjunct Instructor, Photo Arts 1
Rochester Institute of Technology (Fall Quarter)
Photo Arts 1 is an introduction to the BFA major in Photographic Arts. Students
learn and refine basic camera and darkroom skills and complete projects that
address various aspects of photography as it is used in documentary, art and
commerce. The course (first of six consecutive quarters) emphasizes both craft
and visual problem solving with traditional (analog) B&W materials.
20052006

Graduate Assistant to Dan Larkin, Photo Arts 6

Rochester Institute of Technology (Spring Quarter)

This is the final section of a two year core curriculum for undergraduates. This
section explores portrait photography and lighting techniques. Students are on
an intensive schedule of projects and critiques that ranges from conceptual, to
fantasy, to technical. As an assistant I prepared lectures, gave presentations,
facilitated instruction of lighting skills, and aided students in set creation and
manifestation of ideas.

Graduate Assistant to Willie Osterman, Photo as Fine Art I

Rochester Institute of Technology (Winter Quarter)
The major emphasis is placed on the individual's learning to identify And
articulate a personal response to his or her environment through The medium of
photography. Students design their own projects and work under the guidance
of the professor. Traditional silver, as well as non-silver, photography techniques
may be utilized.
Teaching Assistant, Photography for Non-Majors,
Instructor of Record (Fall Quarter)
Rochester Institute of Technology
An introduction to still photography - principles, methods, theory, and practice for non-photography majors. This course will familiarize the student with the
basic skills of still photography. This is a non-darkroom course designed to
introduce students to the operation of their camera, flash, and accessories; film
selection and exposure variables; light, filters, and basic tone control.
Photographic aesthetics/composition, history, contemporary artists, professional
applications, and other non-technical aspects of photography will be addressed
through weekly lectures and critiques of photographic shooting assignments.
Students are required to have their own adjustable camera and flash unit. Each
student will provide his/her own film and processing.
2005

Black and White Photography (Instructor of Record)

Community Darkroom, Rochester, NY (Summer)

This class was developed as a summer program for at risk youth in 7th, 8th, and
9th grades. It met over the course of six weeks and had the students use
photography to represent their lives under the theme respect. It included
instruction in the fundamentals of black and white photography as well as lab
time for the development of photographs.
20042005

Graduate Assistant to Willie Osterman, Photo As a Fine Art I

Rochester Institute of Technology(Spring Quarter)

The major emphasis is placed on the individual's learning to identify And

articulate a personal response to his or her environment through The medium of
photography. Students design their own projects and work under the guidance
of the professor. Traditional silver, as well as non-silver, photography techniques
may be utilized.

Graduate Assistant
Photography for Non Majors (Instructor of Record)
An introduction to still photography - principles, methods, theory, and practice for non-photography majors. This course will familiarize the student with the
basic skills of still photography. This is a non-darkroom course designed to
introduce students to the operation of their camera, flash, and accessories; film
selection and exposure variables; light, filters, and basic tone control.
Photographic aesthetics/composition, history, contemporary artists, professional
applications, and other non-technical aspects of photography will be addressed
through weekly lectures and critiques of photographic shooting assignments.
Students are required to have their own adjustable camera and flash unit. Each
student will provide his/her own film and processing..
20002002

Assistant to David Pace, Beginner and Intermediate Photography

Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA (3 quarters)

As a teaching assistant I would provide feedback during lab times and help the
students after hours to achieve successful images. These were predominantly
black and white classes where I also functioned as a lab technician. In this role I
insured the lab was safe, ready for student use, and resolved issues in the event
the processor malfunctioned.
1999

Assistant to Judy Dater, Advanced Photography

Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA (1 Quarter)

As a teaching assistant I would provide feedback during lab times and help the
students after hours to achieve successful images. These were predominantly
black and white classes where I also functioned as a lab technician. In this role I
insured the lab was safe, ready for student use, and resolved issues in the event
the processor malfunctioned.
19982002

Assistant to Susan Felter, Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced

Photography
Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA (9 Quarters

As a teaching assistant I would provide feedback during lab times and help the
students after hours to achieve successful images. These were predominantly
black and white classes where I also functioned as a lab technician. In this role I
insured the lab was safe, ready for student use, and resolved issues in the event
the processor malfunctioned.

professional experience
20052006

Personal Assistant to Sterz (Video Installation)

As assistant to this professional artist I have traveled to various exhibition spaces

including Art Basel Miami in order to prepare, set up, direct, and aid in
promotions. Skills required for this job include extensive knowledge of Macs,
Final Cut, projection equipment, and structural support for mounting heavy
equipment.
2004

Personal Assistant to Gayle Timmons

This position required preparation and painting of a fiberglass horse for

Gallapalooza, Louisville, KY.
selected group exhibitions
2014
2014
2011
2009
2006
2006
2006
2006
2006
2005
2005

Relevant Influence, Gallery r, Rochester, NY

Faculty Exhibition, RIT William Harris Gallery
Facebiters Premiere, Artisan Works, Rochester, NY
#21, Studio 354, Rochester, NY
#14, Visual Studies Workshop, Rochester, NY
#12, MFA Thesis Exhibition, Rochester, NY
RIT Booth, Society of Photographic Education 43rd National
Conference, Chicago, IL
ConVerge, SPAS Gallery, RIT, Visual Studies Workshop, SUNYBuffalo
Trans_Fix, Fawick Art Gallery, Baldwin-Wallace College,
Berea, OH
Artwork presented at the SPE Mid Atlantic Regional Conference,
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
Grad 1.2.3., School of Imaging Arts and Sciences, SPAS Gallery,
Rochester, NY

works published/produced
2011
2007
2006
2001
2000
2000

Facebiters by Genevieve Williams

e_scapes #15
Blurb Publication
Honors Draft Magazine, Rochester Institute of Technology,
Rochester, NY (Summer publication)
Santa Clara Review
Alumni Focus Magazine, St. Stephens Episcopal School,
Austin, TX
Santa Clara Review

grants, honors, and awards

2002
2002
2000, 2002

Purchase Award, Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara, CA

Andersen Ranch Scholarship Recipient, Snowmass, CO
Photography Award, Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA

professional contracts
2013
2012
2011
2002
2000
2000

National Shrine of the Divine Mercy St. Faustinas Way of the Cross
Bates Training, Introduction to Childcare (Feature length)
Extreme Cakes audition
Theatrical Poster, Davids Red Haired Death
Good Life Rhythm and Blues Revue portfolio photographs and
album cover
Ike Cosse, CD cover and jacket art

collections
Timothy Colgan
Paulina Flint
Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara University
Fred Sheppard
community organizations
2011

Videographer for Help Portrait

20052006

Graduate Photography Association Secretary, Rochester

Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY

skills
Software
Bridge CC (2014)
Photoshop CC (2014)
InDesign CC (2014)
Premiere CC (2014)
Lightroom 5
Encore CS6
Final Cut Pro 7 and X
MakeMKV
HandBrake
Streamclip
VLC Video Player
ICC Profiles
Equipment
SLRs
DSLRs
Mirrorless Cameras
Video Cameras
Microphones
Digital Sound Recorders
Projectors

2-D Production
Video
Sound
Black and White Film
Black and White Printing
RA-4 Processing
RA-4 Processing
Digital Color Management/Workflow
Digital Printing
DVD Output
Blu Ray Output
Storyboarding
3-D Production
Installation
Woodworking
Basic Welding
Lighting
Special Effects (Latex)
Film Direction
Set Building