Tim has taught media production, technology, and design in schools, universities, and organizations around the world. He learns from his students while sharing the knowledge he's gained along the way.
As a teacher, Tim seeks an inspiring, challenging, and safe environment that respects and encourages every individual. He believes students learn best when expectations are high, experimentation is encouraged, and support is consistent.
Learning with Tim relies on inquiry and practice, re-thinking and revision. All voices and perspectives are heard, feedback is essential, and pedagogy is influenced by experiential education, design thinking, and a humanist approach.
Teaching Experience
appointments
Teacher, Thuringia International School, Weimar, Germany, 2023-
DP Film, MYP Design
Teacher, The American School of Tangier, Tangier, Morocco, 2020-2023
MS Visual Literacy, MS STEAM Integration, HS Film Elective
Visiting Lecturer, Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Boston, Massachusetts, 2020
Finishing Touches (MPFV 317)
Part-time Faculty, University of Rhode Island, South Kingston, Rhode Island, 2019
Introduction to Film Media (FLM 110)
Instructor, Fitchburg State University, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, 2019
Pre-Production Planning for Film and Video (COMM 3506)
Affiliated Faculty, Emerson College, Boston, Massachusetts, 2018
Introduction to Film Production (VM 230)
Graduate Assistant, Emerson College, Boston, Massachusetts, 2015-2018
Graduate Experimental Media, Foundations in Visual and Media Arts Production, BFA Workshop, BA Capstone, Directing Image and Sound, Research Assistant, Production Workshop Assistant
Instructional Technology Coach, Nanjing International School, Nanjing, China, 2011-2014
K-12 Educational Technology, MYP Grade 10 Design
Teacher, Bonn International School, Bonn, Germany, 2009-2011
MYP Technology, PYP Upper Primary ICT Facilitator
Multimedia Teacher, Johnston High School, Austin, Texas, 2005-2006
HS Media Technology, Digital Graphics and Animation, Web Mastering
Media Lab Tech Specialist, Concord Academy, Concord, Massachusetts, 2000-2003
Intern (HS Film Program), House Parent
workshops and informal
Facilitator, Thuringia International School, Weimar, Germany, 2024-
24 Hour Film Project
Co-Facilitator, American School of Tangier, Tangier, Morocco, 2022
Story & Chemistry: Super 8 Filmmaking and Caffenol Processing Workshop
Workshop Instructor, AgX Film Collective, Waltham, Massachusetts, 2019
Bolex 16mm cinematography
Guest Lecturer, Emerson College, Boston, Massachusetts, 2015-2019
Experimental Film, Interactive Media, Sound Recording and Mixing, Digital Cinematography
Instructor, Cambridge Community Television, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 2018
Editing, Videography, Lighting Workshops
Program Director, Digital Media Academy, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 2016, 2018
Adventures Director, Palo Alto, CA, 2015
Instructor, Cambridge, MA, 2009, 2010
English Teacher, AKCENT International House, Prague, Czech Republic, 2007
Steering Committee, Austin Student Digital Film Festival, Austin, TX, 2006
Organizer/Facilitator, South By Southwest Education, Austin, Texas, 2005-2006
Youth M.A.F.I.A. Make a Film in a Day Festival
Delegate, NAMAC Youth Media Leadership Institute, Portland, OR, 2005
Curriculum and Training Director, Instructor, Austin School of Film, Austin, Texas, 2004-2007
Instructor, la poderosa media project, Quito, Ecuador, 2003
certifications
8-12 Media Technology and Technology Applications, Texas State Board of Education (2006)
CELTA Certificate, University of Cambridge (2007)
DaVinci Resolve Certifed User (Editing, Fairlight Audio), Blackmagic Design (2022, 2020)
Apple Certified Trainer (Final Cut Pro X, Final Cut Pro 7, iLife), Apple (2012, 2006, 2005)