Summary
Jesse Garrison is a creative technologist and co-founder/CTO with 12 years of experience blending multimedia artistry and technical leadership across film, theater, and digital products. Based in Glendale, CA, he has built and led ventures like Subtext Solutions and NightLight Labs while bringing deep hands-on experience in video design, AV systems, and production workflows from roles at AIA, DCTV, and numerous freelance collaborations. His work spans experimental film and practical documentation—from post-apocalyptic features and site-specific dance projections to medical promotional media—and has been broadcast and reviewed by outlets including Thirteen and the New York Times. Comfortable wearing both creative and operational hats, Jesse leverages his MFA-informed visual sensibility to inform product thinking and technical execution, often bridging live event AV challenges with scalable digital solutions.
12 years of coding experience
15 years of employment as a software developer
Master of Fine Arts - MFA, Master of Fine Arts - MFA at California Institute of the Arts
Film Production, Film Production at New York University
BA, Cinema Studies, Theater, BA, Cinema Studies, Theater at Oberlin College