
A passionate storyteller, special needs advocate, father, hockey player and scuba diver.
Award Winning Motion Graphics + Animation
Branded by his clients and colleagues as the ultimate Swiss Army knife, Dan is a seasoned filmmaker and motion graphics/animation specialist with over 15 years of experience. Combining creativity, strategic insight, and proven problem-solving skills, Dan delivers data-driven solutions that enhance client success. His unique perspective as a creative consultant, strategist, project manager, consumer, and business owner enables him to approach challenges from multiple angles. Trusted by clients and agencies nationwide, Dan excels at crafting compelling stories, strengthening brand positions, and driving results in any market.
Special Needs Advocate
After his first daughter was diagnosed with a fatal genetic condition, he channeled his professional expertise and resources into supporting other families with special needs. Inspired by his personal journey, he founded Adventure for Ava, a nonprofit dedicated to helping special needs families access the outdoors and capture memories.
Latest Work
Dan’s animation work on this Credit Union 1 helped to win the AIGA Best Motion Design award. Produced by RTC.
Giving back to the special needs community. Lending our time and equipment to help capture moments for these special families in my daughters name.
Ava’s feature documentary wins two Emmys! Best Health/Medical content and best editor. Granted: A Wish Story is available free on YouTube and Amazon.
Alaskans for Better Elections | Ad
University of Alaska Anchorage | Ad
New Energy Alaska | Explainer
MTA | Ad
Adventure for Ava | Movie Trailer
Alaska Division of Elections | Ad
MTA | Social Media
Anchorage Waterways | Explainer
Dept of Health and Social Services | Ad
Anchorage Golf Course | Short Doc
Sourcemark | Graphics Compilation
UAA Enrollment | Ad

Awards
Emmy® Award | 2x Winner
AIGA Alaska | Best Motion Design
AIGA Alaska | Gold + Silver Winner
Pixie Award | 2x Winner
Telly Award | 5x Winner
AVA Award | Winner
Aurora Award | 4x Winner
Hollywood Screenings Film Festival | Best Feature Doc
A Show For A Change Film Festival | Best Documentary
Vancouver Independent Film Festival | Best Male Directing
Anchorage International Film Festival | Audience Choice Award