Disney's Magic Bench
Magic Bench is a platform that supports multi-sensory immersive experiences in which people can interact directly with an animated characters. It does not involve wearing a head-mounted display or using a handheld device; instead the surroundings are instrumented rather than the individual, allowing people to share the magical experience as a group.
Role
Asset Creation,
Concept/Story Development
Where
SIGGRAPH 2017
Grace Hopper 2017
Google SPAN 2017
Disney's Polynesian Resort
Disney Fairy Tale Weddings
About Me
I am an Experience Designer with nearly a decade of experience working creatively in support of emerging technology research.
Most of my projects have required close working relationships with technical experts in fields such as robotics and machine learning. I have learned how to lead creative teams through the process of translating technology into products with narratives that are engaging and useful for everyday people. The success of these collaborations has resulted in my work being featured at the Walt Disney World Parks, major retailers including Walmart, as well as SIGGRAPH, San Diego Comic-Con, and Dutch Design Week.
I value solutions that prioritize play, welcome emergent behavior, and invite people to reflect meaningfully on the world they live in.
Contact:
(804)-432-5456
SKILLS
Design Strategy
Conceptual Development
User Experience
3D
Prototypes
Fabrication
Experience
Exhibited Works
Adult Swim Rickflector - 2019
Deep Local
-San Diego Comic-Con 2019 | San Diego, CA
Disney’s Magic Bench - 2017
Disney Research Pittsburgh
-SIGGRAPH 2017 | Los Angeles, CA
-Grace Hopper 2017 | Orlando, FL
-Google SPAN 2017 | Pittsburgh, PA
-Disney’s Polynesian Resort | Orlando, FL
-Disney Fairy Tale Weddings | Orlando, FL
Build-A-Warrior - 2017
The Franklin Institute
-The Franklin Institute | Philadelphia, PA
-Pacific Science Center | Seattle, WA
Playful Self - 2015
Science Gallery Dublin
-Science Gallery Dublin | Dublin, Ireland
-Transnatural Art & Design | Amsterdam, Netherlands
-Dutch Design Week 2015 | Eindhoven, Netherlands
SuperAwesomeMe - 2014
3dplus.me
-Walmart | Select Stores Nationwide
-Target | Select Stores Nationwide
-MLB Experience CES 2015 | Las Vegas, NV
-San Diego Comic-Con 2014 | San Diego, CA
-Game Development Conference 2014 | San Francisco, CA
-E3 Ubisoft Uplay Lounge 2014 | Los Angeles, CA
Papillon - 2013
Disney Research Pittsburgh
-SIGGRAPH 2013 | Anaheim, CA
D-Tech Me - 2012
Disney Research Pittsburgh
-Walt Disney World Resort | Orlando, FL
-Disney’s Hollywood Studios | Orlando, FL