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Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, The Theatre School, DePaul University

Rob Hess

Media Designer

Why I Choose to Work at Academic Innovation

I’m passionate about putting my creative and professional skills to use for the betterment of all communities. CAI’s focus on increasing educational opportunities for a global network of lifelong learners, combined with the dedication and professionalism of their staff, is really inspiring and exciting to be part of! I look forward to creating thoughtful, impactful content in a variety of areas that will help generations of learners around the globe.

Current Roles/Previous Experience

Rob’s career has afforded him a wide-variety of communications and entrepreneurial experiences. He has written, produced, and directed a countless number of short films, and a handful of feature films. At the University of Michigan, he served as a technical consultant in the Department of Film, Television & Media, and the multimedia manager for LSA Advancement, where his team produced a number of CASE award-winning videos. Most recently, he founded Go! Ice Cream, an artisan dessert manufacturing, distribution and retail business in downtown Ypsilanti.

Ask Me to Learn About

  • Godzilla
  • Cycling
  • Rail-Trails
  • Small-business ownership
  • Film & video production
  • How to spoil your Chihuahua