SCAD: Savannah and Atlanta
Claudio Belluz (B.F.A., film and television, 2009) wrote, "I am currently residing and working in Charlotte, NC. I am working towards feature film production for theatrical release." (updated 11/11/09)
Megan Burns (B.F.A., interior design, 2009) accepted a full time position with Pace Lighting in Savannah, Ga. (updated 01/28/10)
Tyler Capehart (B.F.A., film and television, 2009) won best editor in Atlanta's 2009
48 hour Film Festival for his work with Dim Pictures on "
The Sixth Senseless." He also won Vimeo's weekend project for best silent film for
"Two Knives One Motive", the video he shot, directed, and edited within four hours. (updated 02/12/10)
Marc Casey (B.F.A., film and television, 2009) wrote, "After working on the Disney feature film "The Last Song" starring Miley Cyrus in Savannah I relocated to Atlanta. I am the executive producer, director of photography, and camera operator for the music video "Unheard Cries" by singer/songwriter Sean Simmonds, nominated for a 2009 Gospel Music Channel Music Video Award in the Soul Category. In October 2009 I was accepted as a member of the IATSE Local 600 International Cinematographers Guild. My first job was
working as the loader on the feature film "The Lottery Ticket" starring actors and rappers Ice Cube & Bow Wow." (updated 01/14/10)
Jocelyn Cofer (B.F.A., animation, 2009) wrote, "I'm ecstatic be returning to the Walt Disney Animation Studios for their Talent Development Program!" (updated 09/09/09)
Amanda Cunningham (M.A., design management, 2009) wrote, "After graduating with my masters in May 2009 I thought I would be on my way to California, but I have ended up in Denver, Colo. and enjoying it very much. You never know what is going to happen and the opportunities and how your connections will come together. I am embracing what has come forward and will always be looking for ways to continue my growth." (updated 02/04/10)
Stefanie Dixon (B.F.A., fashion, 2009) is currently a graphic designer in product market &
development for Acuity Brands Inc, while also working freelance for Lake Oconee Navigator magazine and the Atlanta Coalition of Performing Arts. She is also getting published in a new book showcasing her fashion and textile design entitiled "Emerging Designers 2009." (updated 01/15/10)
Nicole Engelmann (B.F.A., advertising design, 2009) accepted a full-time position at Leo Burnett Chicago in August 2009 as an account planner after interning during the summer. (updated 01/07/10)
Heather Falardeau (B.F.A., interior design, 2009) is a lead designer for The Designery at YouthBuild Boston, where she works with inner city youth ages 14-18 design projects within the community. (updated 12/06/09)
Melanie Florencio (B.F.A., sequential art, 2009) wrote, "I am currently pursuing an M.A. in Sequential Art at SCAD and expecting graduation is May 2010." (updated 06/29/09)
Joan Gogins (B.F.A., fashion, 2009) wrote, "I am currently currently traveling, and doing freelance styling and museum volunteer work in Atlanta while seeking a job in NYC. I will be moving to New York in April. I have lots of plans for my future! (updated 11/17/09)
Jessica Keener (B.F.A., photography, 2009) wrote, "I started my own wedding photography business based in Savannah, Ga. called
Jessica Keener Photography. (updated 07/02/09)
Ken Meyer, Jr. (M.F.A., sequential art, 2009) continues to work as a freelance illustrator, working for role playing game companies, comics, Web sites and on books, CDs, DVDs, posters and more. (updated 10/27/09)
Shawna Moyers-Williams (M.A., graphic design 2009) wrote, "We eloped the same day as SCAD Commencement 2009." (updated 06/01/09)
Lauren Peters (B.F.A., industrial design, 2009) is attending a six month internship with Vtech in Hong Kong as a result of SCAD’s 2009 Study Abroad Program in industrial design. (updated 07/28/09)
Angela Sasser (M.A., arts administration, 2009) wrote, "I have been contracted to write and illustrate a book for a major publishing company. I will provide further details as they become available." (updated 04/24/09)
Lisa Seegers (B.F.A., graphic design, 2009) wrote, "I graduated from SCAD-Atlanta last spring. I am well and working as a freelance graphic designer in the Atlanta area with local clients; The Galloway School, Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, and RE/MAX Real Estate agents. I also have gained a design contract with CreateSpace and BookSurge (publishing companies owned by Amazon) and have been designing books since June. I have a website (
www.lisaseegers.com) displaying my portfolio work and contact information should anyone want to contact me. I miss SCAD and the professors, and look back fondly on my experiences there." (updated 12/09/09)
Karin Soderholm (M.F.A., fibers, 2009) wrote, "I have a new job as assistant professor of craft design (focusing in fibers) at Keimyung University, Daegu, S. Korea." (updated 11/07/09)
Michael J. Taylor (B.F.A., animation, 2009) wrote, "You must not let yourself get down if you get rejected and/or lost in a pile of applications. Persistence is key, and patience, though I don't want to admit, is a virtue. One thing to always remember is to never stop creating!" (updated 12/10/09)
Rick Vanderscoff (B.F.A., sound design, 2009) wrote, "Since graduating from the sound design program in May of this year I worked on an independent feature film as a boom operator, then relocated to Los Angeles in September and now regularly freelance for a postproduction sound studio and mastering facility, Soundworks, in Burbank, Calif. that is working on a number of projects for Disney and Nickelodeon. I currently work in a multitude of roles such as: second recording engineer, general sound and dialog editing, and technical specialist." (updated 12/02/09)
I certainly wouldn't have been able to make it as far as I have (and as quickly!) without my specialized training from SCAD and the wonderful professors in the Sound Design department.
Peter Wasielewski (B.F.A., animation, 2009) wrote, "Single and loving Boston life. I work freelance out of my home in a cushy seat instead of having to commute everyday which is IDEAL. Also was recently promoted to art lead/director which happened faster than I anticipated. Searching for a new house/apartment and enjoying reaping the benefits of busting my but through SCAD's rigorous animation and illustration programs." (updated 02/05/10)