He got his start in commercials, directing for clients that include Gatorade, Reebok, ESPN, Miller, and HBO. The short film "CARA" that he wrote and directed for Little Minx and RSA Films played numerous international film festivals.

Prior to directing, he produced the commercial and music video work of iconic fashion photographer Herb Ritts. They worked with clients and artists that ranged from Elizabeth Taylor to Justin Timberlake.

He graduated with Honors in Modern Culture and Media from Brown University.