About

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Justin has always had a deep fascination and passion for telling stories. Having a special needs brother who had difficulty communicating, Justin saw from an early age the power and  impact that visual storytelling had on his brother which sparked his inspiration to create  compelling content they could enjoy together.  From elementary through high school,  Justin continued to create small films, write short stories,  and design. These early  experiences laid the foundation for continuing to value the importance of preparation, teamwork, patience,  and flexibility.

After graduating with his Bachelor of Science in Digital Storytelling in Greenville, SC, Justin co-founded and served as creative director for a digital media company named iAerials on Florida's Space Coast aimed at creating compelling, story-driven digital content for numerous brands. His clients ranged from aerospace, healthcare, tourism, beauty, lifestyle, education, and more including NASA, Universal Studios, Kate Upton, Tomahawk Robotics, Kel Tec, Audi, and the Florida Institute of Technology. 

  With the successful growth of the company, Justin was approached by Rock Paper Simple, a large full-service digital marketing agency interested in acquiring iAerials and their creative process. After the acquisition, Justin was hired to integrate the brand and processes as Creative Director.

Utilizing the culmination of those experiences, Justin moved to Atlanta where he serves as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Mendx Studios. Justin has overseen process operations, data analysis, AI utilization, and vendor management for various indie and high profile productions for Amazon/MGM, Netflix, and Hulu including Breakthrough: A Mental Health Journey, The Circle, and The Underdoggs.

Working with many incredible talents like Mitchell Amundsen (Renfield, Now You See Me), Anastas N. Michos (Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities, The First Purge), Shane Hurbult (Terminator Salvation, Resident Alien), Justin has earned over 40 American Advertising Awards for his visual storytelling.