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About Me.

A creative graphic designer and administrative professional with over two decades of experience in video and graphic storytelling, a proven ability to work under strict deadlines and budgets, and a strong background in excellent customer service.

Born in Joshua Tree, California, to my Korean mother and US army veteran father.  I've lived in Los Angeles, Berkeley, Queens, Santa Monica, Temecula, and now beautiful Wildomar where together with my wife we raise our two daughters along with our four dogs, & two cats.

Education

2017

Digital Arts & Design
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, RIVERSIDE EXTENSION

Intensive hybrid course on graphic and web design taught by industry professionals focusing on Adobe Creative Suite - especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. 

1997-1999

Certificate in Theological Studies

JESUIT SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY BERKELEY

Study of Christianity with an emphasis on the arts, including architecture, sacred dance, art history, iconography, theology, and history of Christianity. 

1992-1996

Bachelor of Arts Cinema Televison Production
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Studied Cinematography, Drawing, Animation, Art History, Documentary, and Digital Editing

Activities and societies: USC Ball Room Dancing Team, Golden Key National Honor 

Cum Laude

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