Experience

The University of Utah

M.S. Computing, Graphics & Visualization (Aug. 2025 - Present)

Exploring research in rendering, path tracing, stylization, and physically based simulation & animation. Interested in practical industry workflows, asset pipelines, and the technical foundations that power production-quality graphics.

U of Utah Graphics Department

Walt Disney Animation Studios

Assistant Technical Director - Hexed (Apr. 2025 - Jul. 2025)

Working with the film’s technical supervisors, supported the production of Hexed (Nov. 2026) by developing tools and technologies, improving pipeline workflows, and providing daily hands-on support to unblock artists. Additionally, contributed with artistic production support during high pressure periods for Zootopia II.

WDAS Website

Walt Disney Animation Studios

Technical Director Trainee (Jan. 2025 - Apr. 2025)

As a part of the Trainee & Apprentice class of 2025, I trained in the 14+ departments involved in making a Disney 3D animated feature film, starting with modeling, visual development and layout up to animation, lighting, rendering, stereo, and beyond. Produced an individual, and team project utilizing Zootopia II assets, which was presented to the Technical Direction Department.

WDAS Trainee & Apprentice Program

Playroom

Game Developer Intern (Jun. 2023 - Aug. 2023)

Designed, directed, developed, and shipped 3D web-based, multiplayer video game within 2 months. Reached 5000+ players since launch.

Play (web)

Taka Taka

Producer, Lead Programmer (Jan. 2022 - Feb. 2024)

Shipped rhythm game on Steam, leading a team of 8 developers. Reached 1500+ wishlists and 300+ sales.

Steam page

Research Foundation - San Jose State University

Research Lead (Feb. 2022 - May 2024)

Developed and tested VR framework for STEM education, now used by 200+ students per semester. Achieved an 82.3% increase in learning and retention. Co-authored a manuscript, pending publication on SoftwareX Journal.

Github repo

ACM SIGGRAPH Student Chapter at SJSU

President, Re-Founder (Aug. 2023 - May 2024)

Re-founded the university’s SIGGRAPH student chapter, growing membership from 0 to 250+. Secured $1500 for GDC sponsorships and partnered with industry leaders (Pixar, Riot Games) for guest speakers and events.

Game Development Club at SJSU

President (Jul. 2022 - Aug. 2023)

Headed management, member recruitment, professional outreach, workshops, tutorials, and event plans.

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Projects