In 2016, I landed a part-time work study job at College For Creative Studies in the Marketing department. There, I worked as the first and only assistant to the head videographer for the school, Paul Briles.

I assisted on many shoots from faculty and alumni interviews that would later become intriguing videos about where the schools top alumni and artists are today. In addition to being second camera for events such as the CCS Student Exhibition and CCS’s yearly Wine Auction.

I learned so many things thanks to Paul, and left with many pieces to add to my portfolio.

Here are a few of my favorites.

CCS MFA Alumni Stories: Tara Ellis

ABOUT:

CCS Alumni Tara Ellis shares her career journey with Nike post-grad in this “CCS Alumni Stories” series.

CREDITS:

Interviewer: Kate Lees

Videographer: Paul Briles

Editor: Rocky Ray

CCS MFA Alumni Stories: Steven Starvopoulos, UI Designer, Lear Corporation

About:

CCS's MFA Interaction Design alumnus Steven Starvopolous works at the Lear Corporation as one of the company's first UI Designer. UI Design is the design of user interfaces for machines, computers, home appliances, mobile devices, electronic devices and much more.

CREDITS:

Interviewer: Kate Lees

Videographers: Paul Briles & Rocky Ray

Editor: Rocky Ray

2019 Student Exhibition Opening Trailer

About:

Each year, a college-wide exhibition of student artwork is held to celebrate the achievements of our students at the end of the academic year. Enthusiasts, collectors, and members of the Detroit community join us to browse and purchase exceptional art and enjoy entertainment, food and beverages provided by local restaurants and caterers.

CREDITS:

Videographers: Paul Briles & Rocky Ray

Editor: Rocky Ray

Cross Stitch Creative

ABOUT:

In 2016, The Mars Agency, the leader in shopper marketing, joined forces with CCS's nationally renowned advertising department to unveil Cross Stitch Creative, an agency-led next-generation idea house with roots in academia.

The per-semester program takes students through a series of expert-led lectures, field exercises, rapid ideation sessions and, most importantly, the opportunity to solve real challenges identified by clients of The Mars Agency – some of the largest brand names in shopper marketing. Topics covered range from shopper platforms and consumer promotions to content development and marketing initiatives focused on business growth.

CREDITS:

Interviewer: Kate Lees

Videographers: Paul Briles & Rocky Ray

Editor: Rocky Ray

CCS Interior Design & the Detroit Public Library

About:

Junior Interior Design students at CCS focused on the activation and impact of the Rose & Robert Skillman Branch of the Detroit Public Library located in downtown Detroit. Students focused on the quality of the user experience relevant to community engagement.

CREDITS:

Interviewer: Kate Lees

Videographers: Paul Briles & Rocky Ray

Editor: Rocky Ray

CCS Fine Arts & the Herman Kiefer Hospital

About:

Last semester, through an installation art class, CCS Fine Arts students were given the opportunity to exhibit work created specifically for installation in the abandoned Herman Kiefer Hospital, which is slated for re-development this year.

CREDITS:

Interviewer: Kate Lees

Videographers: Paul Briles & Rocky Ray

Editor: Rocky Ray

the Colloquy of Mobiles

About:

A short informational documentary about Gordon Pask's 1968 installation of Colloquy of Mobiles. Narrated by Paul Pangero.

Remade at College For Creative Studies in Detroit MI in 2018.

CREDITS:

Interviewer: Kate Lees

Videographers: Paul Briles & Rocky Ray

Editor: Rocky Ray

Grace & Guild Sponsored Studio

About:

A studio sponsored by the company Grace & Guild, where CCS Fibers and Textile students designed patterns for the new innovative wallpaper company. Showcasing how CCS gives industry experience in the classroom.

CREDITS:

Videographers: Paul Briles & Rocky Ray

Editor: Rocky Ray

CCS Photography Department Video

About:

From event photography and magazine fashion shoots to fine art images, studio portraits and candid storytelling, photographers understand the scientific and technical aspects involved in photography while embracing it as an expressive medium and exercising aesthetic judgment. Photography at CCS helps you master evolving technology and develop your creativity so you’ll be ready for whatever lies on the other side of your lens.

CREDITS:

Interviewer: Kate Lees

Videographers: Paul Briles & Rocky Ray

Editor: Rocky Ray

A Spring Day at CCS

About:

Short promotional edit of student enjoying campus

Credits:

Videographer: Rocky Ray

Editor: Rocky Ray