Motion Portfolio
CamundaCon 2024 NYC
| New York, NY
October 16-17th - Nearly 400 people in-person attendees and almost 1,000 online participants
Camunda is a process orchestration platform designed to manage complex business processes for enterprise organizations. Often classified by industry experts as a business process automation (BPA) or digital process automation (DPA) tool, it represents an evolution of traditional workflow management platforms.
The platform specializes in automating end-to-end business processes and offers tools for creating, deploying, and operating process and decision models, as well as enabling users to execute assigned tasks.
“COLORS OF THE WIND” - performed by Leland Hale
| Central Park - Manhattan, NY
I explored the park with the intention of filming the general scene of those enjoying the fresh snowfall. Leland Hale’s music was a pleasant surprise to stumble upon. Who knew the ‘Pocahontas’ classic sounded so good on cello? Then again, anything does.
News 12 | THE EAST END N12 Chopper Sneak Peek
| Long Island, NY
30-second Promotional Spot for News 12 Networks, on which I served as Producer, Camera Operator & Editor.
News 12 | Ford Thunderbolt Promo
| Edison, NJ
30-second Promotional Spot for News 12 Networks, on which I served as Producer, Camera Operator & Editor.
News 12 | Modern Food Production with Sal Mule (Wantagh Middle School)
| Wantagh, NY
Story for News 12 Networks, on which I served as Camera Operator, Writer & Editor. Reporter: Alex Calamia
At Wantagh Middle School, science teacher Sal Mulé leads an elective course called Modern Food, where students engage in hands-on learning to grow food indoors using hydroponics—cultivating plants in nutrient-rich water under grow lights, eliminating the need for soil and sunlight. Mulé constructed the hydroponic systems himself, providing students with practical problem-solving experiences. The curriculum also incorporates aquaculture, allowing students to raise aquatic animals like fish and shrimp, whose waste nourishes the plants—a sustainable practice known as aquaponics.This innovative approach has contributed to the school's recognition as an Essential Elements "School to Watch."
LivX - The Windward Estate
| Milford, New Jersey
One day. That’s all we had to shoot on this 125-acre private compound. 35 rooms divvy up the 25,000 square feet of rustic elegance. I’m especially proud of how much our team of four (myself along with B Cam Op, Drone Op & Still Photographer) was able to capture. I wore a few hats on this project - Producer, Camera Operator & Editor.
DUMBO, BK Bridge, & Subway
| Brooklyn, NY
2022 Reel
Rebuilding The Ground that Feeds Us
| Kutztown, PA
Soil depletion and erosion is creating immense challenges for farmers across the country. The world could run out of topsoil in about 60 years, according to a global study by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations: https://www.fao.org/3/i5199e/i5199e.pdf
This is a threat to the future of our food supply. However, it's not too late - FOX43 Reveals why many local farmers are turning to regenerative agriculture as a solution to this complex problem. Some scientists believe this method of farming has the potential to combat the climate crisis and preserve the planet. Rachel Yonkunas travels to Kutztown, Pennsylvania, where for 70 years the Rodale Institute has been growing the regenerative organic agriculture movement on 333 acres of farmland—and every inch is research. Regenerative organic agriculture is a hopeful solution to heal our planet and replenish our food supply.
A Longtime Boxing Gym is Going to Auction
| West York, PA
The Lincolnway Sportcenter boxing gym holds a lot of history. Some professional boxers got their start at the non-profit gym. It has also served as an after-school program for kids, empowering them to redirect their energy in a productive way.
“We welcome anybody, and we treat them like family. They learn not just boxing, but I try to teach them things about life and discipline,” said Julio Alvarez, trainer and operator of Lincolnway.
Now, the community staple of nearly 30 years is in jeopardy. The building, which is owned by the West York Area School District (WYASD) and rented by Alvarez, is set to be auctioned off next month. The operator of Lincolnway Sportcenter is trying to raise enough money to buy the building, garnering support from the community the gym has served for 26 years.
The Battle Over Books in Pennsylvania Communities
| York County, PA
Book ban efforts are spreading across the country, including in Pennsylvania communities. As a result, books are disappearing from schools and public libraries. Parents and national groups are challenging books at a pace not seen in decades.
FOX43 Reveals what both sides are saying about the content making parents angry and why people are fighting for these books to stay available to students. From the big screen to the small print, book banning has become a part of pop culture. It is highlighted in movies like “Field of Dreams” and “Donnie Darko,” and emulated in classic books such as the 1953 novel “Fahrenheit 451.”
The controversial concept is nothing new, but the rate at which efforts are flaring up across the country marks a new chapter in the history of attempted book bans. School districts in several states, including Pennsylvania, are banning books that mostly deal with race and sexuality.
An Unexpected Side Effect of COVID 19: The Resurgence of Drive in Movie Theaters
| Dillsburg, PA
Magic at the movies is alive again and drive-ins are taking the spotlight away from indoor theaters. “We put the online tickets on sale I believe on Tuesday evening and we were sold out within 24 hours,” said Vickie Hardy, co-owner of Haar’s Drive-In Theatre in Dillsburg, York County.
Haar’s Drive-In has been in Hardy’s family for three generations. Her grandfather built the theater in 1952. At the time, there were more than 4,000 drive-in theaters nationwide.
Tense Moments During Second Day of George Floyd Protests in Lancaster
| Lancaster, PA
Thousands of demonstrators—in cars and on foot—took over Downtown Lancaster for a second day of protests for justice. The otherwise non-violent protest turned chaotic when police pepper-sprayed demonstrators who got close to police lines. Kat Patterson, of Lancaster, found herself caught in the middle as she rushed over to help a man on his bicycle get out of the street.
“Everyone was trying to help him and he couldn’t see. He was stuck on the road. The officers sprayed us more, saying we need to get off of the street,” said Patterson. She reaches for a gallon of milk to wash out the pepper spray and adds, “We just have to remember that it’s way bigger than us and that change needs to happen. That’s why we’re here.”
Demonstrators gathered at the intersection of W. Chestnut Street and N. Prince Street, expressing anger and heartbreak over the death of George Floyd. Hundreds of cars drove through the area honking their horns and waving signs that demand an end to racial policing. “We’re all in this community together. Putting on that uniform is supposed to be a sacrifice on their part, not on the communities’,” another demonstrator said.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as possible solution to help police avoid the use of force
| York, PA
Police tactics are in the spotlight after protests gripped the nation. States—including Pennsylvania—have passed police oversight bills since the killing of George Floyd, but calls for change continue. A new type of police training is gaining traction. FOX43 Reveals how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu could become an integral part of police training and help officers avoid the use of force.
Revolve Atelier | Barbershop + Beauty Bar
Lionel’s Haircut
Revolve Atelier | Barbershop + Beauty Bar
Grady’s Haircut
"YO! Check This Out!!" - The Lucky Manufacturing Company Product Highlight Video
Luxian International Realty - 16 Park Drive, Livingston, NJ
RRAREBEAR | 2022
I collaborated with one of my best friends, RRAREBEAR (aka Mark Lombardo, @rrarebearbeats on instagram) on a series of music videos. At the time we didn’t know how many we would churn out (the answer is six), but all we cared about was having fun creating together. The biggest challenge we faced was physical distance. 5hr of driving separated us, as I was living in a different state back then. In an effort to get the most content during the few trips I took up to Albany, we approached the filming like Mark approaches his music - minimal and no overthinking.