DIRECTOR | DESIGNER | ANIMATOR | EDITOR | COMPOSITOR | MUSICIAN | WRITER | CREATIVE
Karl started his career as a graphic designer in 2009 but quickly realized his passion for storytelling and motion. He has since honed his skills, teaching himself the tools and techniques necessary to become an adept 3D and VFX professional. With proficiency in the Maxon suite, the Adobe Suite, Houdini, Nuke, and Unreal Engine, Karl can approach a creative problem from any angle.
Karl has worked on a wide range of projects, from commercials for national and international brands to creating visual effects for indie and feature films. His problem-solving skills and passion for exploring the boundaries of what is possible have made him a sought-after collaborator. Karl constantly pushes himself to stay up-to-date on the latest technologies and trends and is always looking for new opportunities to challenge himself and grow as a creative.
Work History
CU
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15
Director / Art Director
Spacejunk | Columbus, Ohio
- Concept, pitch, and lead creative for clients like The Ohio State University, Discovery Network, Huntington Bank, Scotts Miracle-Gro, The Cleveland Indians, and more
- Directed and created live-action videos, 2D animations, 3D animations, and visual effects for broadcast, social, digital, and film
15
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14
Senior Designer
The Shipyard | Columbus, Ohio
- Concepted and created websites, takeover campaigns, digital banners, and video content for clients such as Nationwide Insurance, The Ohio Environmental Council, and Allied Insurance
14
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14
Co-President
Columbus Society of Communicating Arts | Columbus, Ohio
- Organized monthly and annual CSCA events by coordinating with appointed officers, including the Creative Best award show
- Expanded event attendance by booking non-traditional speakers, and increased professional memberships by 100%
14
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11
Art Director
Abbott Nutrition | Columbus, Ohio
- Led in-house production of EAS Sports Nutrition brand projects–including packaging design, out-of-home promotions, social media content, video content, and rebranding campaigns
- Oversaw a team of production artists and writers
10
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10
Designer
NASA Glenn Research Center | Cleveland, Ohio
- Developed an engagement campaign for the Orion Public Outreach Department that included print materials and video content focused on getting middle school students involved with STEM careers
10
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09
Designer
Spaner Marketing Communications | Canton, Ohio
- Executed creative campaigns and brand identities for a wide range of both retail and business-to-business clients
Program Knowledge
Adobe Creative Suite, Cinema 4D, Redshift, Houdini, Unreal Engine, Microsoft Office Suite, Final Draft
