
Pound for Pound is the origin story of an unlikely partnership inspired by William Shakespeare.
What is "Pound for Pound"?
"Pound for Pound" is my student short film, winner of Best 3d Short at the Academy of Art University Spring Show 2012. Animated under the guidance of industry professionals from Disney, Dreamworks, and Pixar, the story follows two Shakespeare impersonators who clash in a turf war that results in a punchy partnership.

What does the funding pay for?
I've put all my resources into making "Pound for Pound", not just my time but my money has all been given to this project, in software, hardware, voice actors, and animation workshops--It has paid off; winning Best Short at the Academy of Art was more than I could've hoped. But now I have no funds left for film festival submissions, which can get as high as $100 per entry, not to mention materials/travel. I just need a little push to get started, and with any luck the ball will keep bouncing until I'm at a place where I can start my next film.
In return for your generosity, you can earn neat rewards like DVDs with extras, posters, and perhaps best of all a hardcover Production Book where you can see everything it took to make "Pound for Pound".
Thank You!
I've gotten a lot of encouragement from friends, family, and instructors. One of my instructors once told our class that our student films are possibly the last time in life that we'll have creative control. I took that to heart, and have done nearly everything myself. It's been very rewarding, and incredibly difficult, just a little bit further now. Thank you for your support!

FAQ
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Check my website for upcoming festival screenings: http://www.NoOneCaresAboutWhatYouDo.com
Once "Pound for Pound" has finished it's festival run I do plan to post it online for all to see, until then, if you live in the bay area you can see it in the Academy of Art University's Annual Spring Show, running May 23rd-August 11th at the Cannery in San Francisco.
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That depends on how well it does on the festival circuit, but I would guess sometime within the next year. For now I'll say no later than February of 2013, most likely sooner.
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My eternal gratitude and credit as a supporter on my website.
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In addition to my gratitude and having your name added to a list of supporters on my website, once the festival run completes you'll get access to a digital download of the film that includes the "Making of" video, the original animatic, and a selection of other animations by me.
Estimated delivery: Feb 2013Pledge $25 or more
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In addition to the rewards listed above, once the festival run completes you'll get a DVD of the film that includes the "Making of" video, the original animatic, and a selection of other animations by me. (Shipping is free within the US. International orders please add $10.)
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In addition to the rewards listed above, you'll get a 20"x16" Pound for Pound Poster. (Shipping is free within the US. International orders please add $10.)
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In addition to the rewards listed above, you'll get a hardcover Production Book that details my process from conception to execution, including pre-production artwork such as: development sketches, character turnarounds, storyboards, and 3d models. (Shipping is free within the US. International orders please add $10.)
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $250 or more
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In addition to the rewards listed above, you'll get a booklet of selected sonnets by William Shakespeare, with hand-written notes and sketches by me. (Shipping is free within the US. International orders please add $10.)
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012