This was my very first major edit at the USL, and it turned out to be an incredibly rewarding experience. I had a great deal of fun pulling together a diverse range of assets from across the entire USL Championship, carefully weaving them together into a compelling narrative. All of this was perfectly complemented by the brilliant narration crafted by David Wright and brought to life by the legendary voice of Mike Watts.
This was an especially fun piece to create as part of our season-long campaign titled “Ready to Shine” at the USL Championship, as we eagerly prepared for the upcoming playoffs. Just like the season hype video, the video interweaves dynamic shots from all of the playoff teams, brought to life by the equally brilliant narration thoughtfully written by David Wright and delivered by the talented voices of Mike Watts and Devon Kerr.
The USL secured a significant deal partnering with CBS Sports, marking an important and historic milestone for the league’s growth and visibility. It was truly an honor and privilege to contribute by creating a short, yet engaging and fun video that helped celebrate and highlight this exciting and momentous achievement.
USL League One is actually one of eight distinct leagues operating under the broader USL umbrella, specifically positioned as a Division 3 men’s professional league. The intention behind this video was to create a unique and separate identity, distinct from the Championship’s “Ready to Shine” video. It was designed to be energetic and fast-paced, reflecting the dynamic style of play within the league, and I believe I successfully managed to capture that vibrant spirit and intensity.
The Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup is truly one of my favorite tournaments to watch because, quite simply, literally anything can happen on the pitch. In this particular edition, my former club and hometown team, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, managed to pull off not just one, but two remarkable “cupsets” against MLS teams, showcasing their resilience and skill. They were also only one of two USL teams remaining in the competition at that stage, which made their journey all the more impressive. The tournament can be an unpredictable and thrilling adventure, filled with unexpected rewards along the way, and this video absolutely captures the magic and excitement of their remarkable run.
Just like the Riverhounds, Birmingham Legion FC managed to fight their way through a challenging uphill battle to pull off an impressive and unexpected “cupset” against Charlotte FC on their home turf, in front of their passionate fans. I actually had the chance to meet and work alongside Tyler Pasher, who appears prominently in this video, back when we were both based in Pittsburgh. It was truly rewarding to see a former friend and colleague perform so brilliantly and make such a significant impact in this match.
When I was hired to work at the USL, the main point relayed to me was to create more original and compelling narrative pieces that captured the essence of the league. From that clear directive, I took the initiative to lead the charge in producing several episodes of “The Experience,” a series focused on the unique fan experience and vibrant supporter culture within the USL. To kick off the series, I chose to highlight my hometown club and the passionate Steel Army supporters group. It was incredibly rewarding to return to the place where I spent nearly four full seasons of my career and share their story with the world.
I had never been to San Antonio before creating this episode of “The Experience,” but I left the city truly enchanted by the warmth of the people and the vibrant energy of the club. The entire visit was incredibly fun and filled with genuinely welcoming individuals who made the experience unforgettable.
As part of the USL’s celebration of Hispanic-Latine Heritage Month, I was tasked with putting together this interview of then-teenage phenom Fidel Barajas of the Charleston Battery. It was a new process for me, working with translations and subtitles, and I enjoyed learning the technical and creative challenges that came with it. Fidel himself was gracious and down-to-earth — a genuinely kind and humble young man who made the shoot easy and rewarding.
Goal of the Week was one of several recurring content pieces that my team and I were consistently tasked with producing on a week-to-week basis across multiple leagues. We utilized footage not only from the primary game feed but also incorporated additional bonus angles to provide a comprehensive and dynamic look at the standout goal from that week. These highlights were produced in the traditional 16×9 format, as well as optimized 9×16 and 4×5 formats specifically tailored for social media platforms, ensuring that each version was carefully crafted to suit the unique dimensions and viewing experiences of different formats.
This film marked my second collaboration with Bit Sized Productions’ 48 Hour Film Project team. During the shoot, I took on the role of editing directly on set, wrangling and cutting footage as the cameras rolled in order to maximize our limited time. This approach also provided the opportunity to communicate precise shot ideas to the director, helping to refine and elevate specific cuts in real time. Ultimately, my efforts were recognized with the Best Editing award in our regional competition, and the film proudly went on to be showcased at the prestigious Cannes Short Film Corner.
I had not been part of a 48 Hour Project team in several years, and what an incredible project to jump back into the groove with. It was truly rewarding to cut the film on set while they were still shooting, which helped minimize wait times and keep everything moving efficiently on an already tight schedule. Our collaborative effort paid off, as we went on to win our local competition, and then had the honor of advancing to Filmapalooza, showcasing our work on a larger stage.
This is a trailer for my first feature film as both a writer and director, though not as an editor. Godless Children taught me invaluable lessons across all aspects of filmmaking. Despite working with a very limited budget, we successfully secured distribution at the American Film Market and were able to showcase the film on prominent platforms such as Amazon and Tubi.
“See You” was never intended for public release. It began as a personal script I wrote, serving as a therapeutic outlet during a particularly challenging chapter in my life. Wanting to channel my emotions constructively, I asked a few close friends to help me bring the story to life, simply to express what I was going through. Once the project was completed, I wrestled with the idea of sharing it more broadly, but ultimately felt compelled to honor the dedication and hard work my friends had invested. When I finally did release it, the response was profoundly overwhelming—the view count on Vimeo initially far surpassed the modest numbers it has now on its re-release on YouTube. This unexpected reception not only validated the work but also marked the beginning of my recognition and first accolades as a filmmaker.
Almost every one of my films delves into some deeper emotional or psychological element, and none fits that mold more perfectly than “Alone.” This film explores the complex mental, physical, and emotional impacts of depression, showing how these aspects can intertwine and envelop a person in a profound way. Creating this film also gave me the opportunity to expand my work internationally, as I traveled to Sydney, Australia, where I was honored to receive the Extra Mile Award at the Sydney Indie Film Festival.
One of the most rewarding aspects of my career is getting to witness moments most people never see. That was especially true when I was invited to the Air Force Academy to film a player from the Colorado Springs Switchbacks USL club flying in a glider with cadets for a collaborative piece about teamwork in both soccer and the military. The whole day was incredible and eye-opening — from the quiet, focused intensity of the hangar to the graceful, almost reverent silence of the glider cutting through the sky — and despite a few technical hiccups we still managed to capture a compelling, honest interview.
Growing up, I loved an NBC documentary called Behind the Whistle, which pulled back the curtain on the Premier League and revealed what it really meant to be a Premier League referee. So when, on my very first day at the USL, I was handed footage and asked to create a similar behind-the-whistle style piece for our referee development program within the Academy system, it felt like a small-circle moment. Producing that project was genuinely fun and rewarding, even as I was still finding my footing at USL headquarters and acclimating to the pace and expectations of the role.
This video is the culmination of several years of careful planning, iterative designing, and countless exchanges refining the idea for a club rebrand. I am proud not only of the video itself (which contains a few moments where the compositing definitely needs redone), but also of the brand I helped design and bring to life. Watching this piece brings me to the verge of tears, as it calls to mind the long hours, relentless effort, and collaborative hustle over the years that converged at this moment. It stands as one of my favorite and most meaningful works in my career.
Inside the Box grew into our weekly flagship team content, delivering timely updates on all things Riverhounds. What began in 2015 as brief coach interviews evolved significantly over the years into a fully sponsored segment — a polished, reliable feature that regularly showcased on-air talent such as Suzie Cool in this selected piece.
Being a smaller-budget team in a lower-division professional league, you learn to “fake it ’til you make it,” and one thing I was determined to do was produce full postgame press conferences that fans could watch in their entirety—just like they can with the higher-level leagues. To make that happen, I hung a simple backdrop in our suite area, used our wireless microphone through the suite speakers for clear sound, and simultaneously recorded audio directly into our camera. At the time I didn’t know After Effects, so I built multiple templates in Photoshop and “animated” them inside Premiere. The result, I felt, added a layer of legitimacy to our coverage, and that approach—imperfect but effective—has continued to influence what the club produces even now.
Before he was a USL Championship Final–winning manager, Rob Vincent was coming off a stellar 18‑goal season and preparing to head to D.C. United in MLS. It was a pleasure to pull together some of Rob’s best moments from over the years and send him on to the next step in his career with genuine love and pride.
Fresh off their third World Cup win, the U.S. Women’s National Team traveled to Pittsburgh as part of their national tour. As the hometown club, we were granted behind-the-scenes access to the team during training and chose to create a short insider piece that highlighted our ongoing connection with U.S. Soccer.
The Director of Communications, and the man who hired me back in 2015, Ian Thomson, had a clear vision to produce long-form interviews with players to really explore who these guys were on match day. This episode with Rob Vincent was one both of us felt proud of at the time, and it’s one I still look back on fondly.