Dept. Web Coordinator
Georgia State University, Department of Communication, 2004 - present
Lead Visual Effects Artists
LAST RIDE: Hi-Def, Feature Film (Ramrod Pictures: Distributor), 2005
Lead Digital Colorist
HEAD SHOTS: Independent Feature Film (In consideration at the Sundance Film Festival, 2005)
Computer Graphics Animator/Compositor
Turner Studios/TURNER BROADCASTING SYSTEM ( A division of Time/Warner), 1997-2002
Database Programmer
THE RISE AND FALL OF BLACK VELVET FLAG: Documentary Feature Film (Cinema Guild: Distributor), 2002
2-D Computer Graphics Animator
THE MESSENGER (Digital Worlds Institute, University of Florida), In this live action/Interactive performance piece, a soloist uses a tympani drum to actuate pre-animated digital images in to a visualization of the orchestral score. 2001
Compositor
DAMAGED GOODS: Film Censorship in Atlanta from 1895-1925 (Aired on Georgia Public Television, 2000)
Non-Linear Video Editor
Magnolia Studios, 1997-1998
Creative Consultant
Mind Control Studios, 1996 - present
Education
Master of Fine Arts
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA. (In Progress, Graphic Design)
Master of Arts (Magna Cum Laude)
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA. (2000, Film/Video and Digital Imaging)
Bachelor of Arts (Magna Cum Laude)
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA. (1996, Pre-Professional Program)
Associate of Arts
Art Institute of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA. (1990, Business Management)
Awards
THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF WEB MASTERS SILVER AWARD National Debate Project Official Website (www.nationaldebate.org), 2005
EMMY AWARD (National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences)
Swamp Theatre Open: Broadcast or Electronic Design, Collaborative, 2002
TELLY SILVER AWARD
Swamp Theatre Open: Excellence in Computer Graphic Design, 2002
TELLY BRONZE AWARD
Toonami Intruder: Excellence in Computer Graphic Design, 2002
Honors
Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society
Inducted during the 1996 ceremony. Election to membership is by invitation only. Those elected to membership include upper 7.5 percent last-term juniors (having completed at least seventy-two semester hours) and upper 10 percent seniors, along with outstanding graduate students, faculty, professional staff, and alumni.
Golden Key National Honor Society
Inducted during the 1996 ceremony. Golden Key is an academic honor society, which recognizes and encourages scholastic achievement and excellence among college and university students from all academic disciplines.
Harold Davis Outstanding Graduate Student Achievement Award
Presented during the 2000 student awards banquet at Georgia State University, the award recognizes the achievement and contributions of one graduate student toward the growth and excellence of the entire Communication Dept.
Teaching
Adjunct Professor
Dept. of Media Production, American Intercontinental University, Atlanta, GA., 2003-present.
Courses taught
. Video Techniques of Production (Using XL1, XL2, and PD150 cameras)
. Motion Graphics for Film and Video (Using After Effects)
. Editing and Post Production (Using Final Cut Pro, Avid)
. 3-D Computer Generated Imaging (Using Maya)
. Web Design (Using Dream weaver, Flash, Photoshop)
. Producing and Directing
. Senior Production Seminar
. History of American Cinema
. History of International Cinema
Visiting Lecturer
Dept. of Communication, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, 2003-present.
Courses taught
. Motion Graphics for Film and Video (Using After Effects)
. History of American Cinema
Research & Teaching Interests
Digital Culture Software/Hardware Innovation
3-D Animation Digital Visual Effects
Social /Data Networks Film Theory and History
Publications
Trade Publications
TV TECHNOLOGY MAGAZINE
"3-D Inside your Set Top Box" xx.x (Oct, 2005)
TV TECHNOLOGY MAGAZINE
"The Death of Motion JPEG," 72.8 (April 1998)
TV TECHNOLOGY MAGAZINE
"The Death of SCSI" 72.8 (April 1998)
Publications Cont'd
News Periodicals
SCOOP (New Zealand Based Independent On-Line News Portal)
"US Elections: God Help Us!" (October, 2000)
SCOOP (New Zealand Based Independent On-Line News Portal)
"US Elections: Censorship Noises From Both Sides" (October, 2000)
SCOOP (New Zealand Based Independent On-Line News Portal)
"US Elections: Cannibalizing Candidates" (October, 2000)
Works In progress
Simpson, R.T. "Moving Toward an I.P. Based, Television Broadcast Infrastructure." Draft in progress for TV Technology Magazine
Simpson, R.T. "Three Dimensional Navigation Front Ends for Consumer Media Console Devices." Draft in progress for TV Technology Magazine.
Interactive Works
http://www.nationaldebateproject.org
An html based site created for the National Debate Project. 2005
(Winner of the 2005 Silver award from the American Association of Web Masters)
http://www.cime.org
An html based site for the Center for International Media Educators. 2005
http://www.bwsmicrowave.com
An html based site with java script enhancements for nationally recognized entrepreneur/businesswoman, Bonnie Stephens. 2005
http://www.Karinmervis.com
An html based site with Flash enhancements for nationally recognized mural artist artist, Karin Mervis. 2003
Featured Film Maker
SWITCH (A collaborative Narrative installation)- A dense, multifarious artistic situation where thirty plus artists overlap and combine into one giant installation. Exhibited at The Eyedrum Gallery in Atlanta, 2005.
Documentary Works
DEATH METAL MECCA - (2005) Documentary : An in depth look at agglomeration and the impact of convergent musical styles in the emergence of Tampa Florida as the world capital for the style of music known as "Death Metal".
*In Progress
PINK SPYDER - (2005) Documentary : An examination of pop culture and youth identity in Japan in terms of gender construction as shown through the life and tragic death of one of the biggest Japanese pop stars of all time Hide Matsumoto.
*In Progress.
GIRLS OF DRAGON CON - (2004) Micro-documentary : A peek inside the world of "Cos-Play" or Costume play and its role in self expression for women.
Awards/Screenings
*Second Place-Sexy Shorts Award-Zoie Fest Film Festival (2005)
*Official Selection-Moe's Film Festival (2005)
CRASHING HOLLYWOOD - (2003) Micro-documentary: A pilgrimage to Hollywood as seen through the eyes of a complete outsider.
Awards/Screenings
*Best Micro-Documentary-Decatur Film Festival, 2003.
*Official Selection-Dahlonega International Film Festival, 2003.
*Official Selection-Down Stream Film Festival, 2003.
*Official Selection-Comic Con Film Festival, 2003.
*Public Screening-Image Film and Video, Film Slam, 2003.
*Public Screening-Creatures of The Lab Film Festival, 2003.
*Reviewed on "Film Threat" (www.filmthreat.com) 2003.
Narrative Works
IN THE SHADOW THE DRAGON (2005) - Feature Film Screenplay
*In Progress.
TIME ACE (2000) - Computer Generated Short Film.
Awards/Screenings
*Best Animated Short Film-Decatur Film Festival, 2001.
HOLLYWOOD MAFIA (2000) - Feature Film Screenplay
*Quarter Finalist-New York Film and Video Festival Screenplay Competition, 2000.
Memberships
National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences
American Association of Web Masters
Visual Effects Society
Technology Association of Georgia
CE (Consumer Electronics) Advisory Panel
Conferences and Symposia
Living Game Worlds (Community, Simulation, & the Future of Entertainment)
Georgia Tech University, 2005.
Interactive Frictions (A National Conference on Interactive Narrative)
Assisted Professor Sheldon Schiffer (Georgia State University) with presentation of
"The Rise and Fall of a Black Velvet Flag: A Demonstration of an Interactive Documentary and Its Creative Engine"
University of Southern California, 1999.
Community Service
Official Judge: Think Quest New York City Internet Challenge. TQNY selects educational, media and other professionals to judge student-created websites that are entered into the TQNYC Internet Challenge.
