Car Buying Basics (2022)

Car Buying Basics was a full-scale production designed to help junior military service members make informed decisions about vehicle purchases. Styled as a fast-paced infotainment show, the series features two fictional hosts who guide viewers through real-world topics like budgeting, financing, dealer tactics, and insurance, delivered through sketch comedy, parody, and narrative-driven scenarios.

This production had it all. Over three days of principal photography, we brought nearly 45 minutes of scripted content to life across multiple locations. The production included a Russian Arm vehicle rig, aerial drone cinematography, a four-camera 4K setup, and an extensive cast and crew operating under strict COVID-19 protocols. We managed a mobile basecamp at a remote vehicle test track and transformed locations with custom practical props, branded wardrobe including racing suits and pit crew uniforms, and stylized set design.

I also composed the original score for the series, aligning the music with the tone, pace, and humor that drove its instructional impact.

Home Buying Basics guides military families through the homeownership process using a format modeled on popular home renovation and real estate shows. Topics include VA loan eligibility, mortgage budgeting, and key questions to consider when preparing to buy.

This series involved multi-location shoots with a larger cast and tighter turnaround for scripting and production. One episode was produced on Tipping Point’s virtual production stage, requiring a hybrid approach to logistics and creative planning.