Hello, I’m Derek

I help people tell their stories

I love what I do

I’m an award-winning Writer, Video Director, and Animator with a decade of experience producing content for big clients (European Union, ESPN, AIG), small clients (regional hospitals, mid-market banks, local schools), and everyone in between.

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Creative Strategy

Creative work can be subjective, but it should never be haphazard. Ideas are developed to meet objectives, not the other way around.

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Video Production

Social media has made video content more accessible than ever, but not all videos are created equal. The quality of your video content will define the quality of your brand.

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Motion Graphics

Motion graphics are a sophisticated way to communicate information and tell engaging stories. They have become my most-requested service, and I’d love to show you why.

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Copywriting

Taglines, press releases, video scripts, jingle lyrics, website copy, blog content–if it’s intended for an audience, it should be written by a professional.

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Audio Production

While most of the sound I record is destined to be used in a video, I also produce radio ads, digital streaming commercials, and the like.

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Consulting

Most clients hire me to produce marketing materials. Others hire me as a Creative Consultant to develop new ideas and strategies, or fix and refine old ones.

Video has become one of the most popular, successful, and affordable ways to communicate with customers. Social Media offers new outlets and unique opportunities for reaching people in personal and meaningful ways.

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How Pavel Learned the Piano

I recently had an opportunity to interview Latin Jazz Musician Pavel Polanco-Safadit. After we finished, I asked Pavel if he would share the unique story of how he got into music, and he graciously agreed.