A little about me

I’m a Senior Visual FX Lead and Set Supervisor who thrives on making the impossible look effortless—whether crafting photorealistic visuals for commercials, music videos, films, or the latest social media content. I bring creative energy, technical expertise, and just enough wit to keep the team laughing and the clients happy.

With a background in both traditional and technical arts, I know my way around a canvas as well as the lens. I’m as comfortable in brainstorming sessions as I am running a project at 3 a.m., where expectations are high and coffee is non-negotiable.

 

Experience

NYC / LA / Hybrid / Remote

VFX Supervisor / Senior Lead Flame Artist / Visual Effects Set Supervisor

Freelance

2018 – Present

  • Leading the execution of complex VFX projects from concept to delivery.

  • On-set VFX supervisor, ensuring seamless collaboration between clients, production teams, and visual effects teams.

  • Cultivate strong relationships with directors and agencies to ensure long-term partnerships.

  • Proficient in 2D compositing, beauty work, and CG integration.

  • Finishing

  • Shot work

  • Oversee production budgets, timelines, and project delivery to ensure financial and creative alignment.

  • Proficient in delivery of all social aspect ratios.

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Senior Lead Flame Artist / Set Supervisor

The Mill

2014 – 2018

  • Directed teams across 2D, 3D, FX, and design disciplines to deliver top-tier Visual Effects.

  • Collaborated closely with directors and clients to meet creative and technical objectives.

  • Managed project pipelines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work.

  • Specialized in color pipelines, CG compositing and complex but subtle beauty projects.

  • On-set supervision to ensure that the client's needs and the directors' visions are realized.

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Lead Flame Artist / Set Supervisor

Brickyard VFX

2010 – 2014

  • Lead projects from concept to delivery, managing a multidisciplinary team of artists.

  • Supervised on-set VFXshoots to ensure creative visions were achieved on budget.

  • Worked with producers to accurately bid on projects and manage incoming opportunities.

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Flame Artist / Machine Room Operator
Brickyard VFX
2006 – 2008

  • Supported senior artists with Compositing, Rotoscoping, and Matte paintings.

  • Managed machine room operations, including deck and layoff operations.

  • Delivered projects by meeting all client delivery specifications.

  • Created animated graphics and developed digital assets as needed.

Education

Academy of Art University

2002 – 2006
BFA in Film, focus on 2D Animation and VFX

Contact

Email: CMSVFX@gmail.com
Phone: 310.739.2955