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United States
01/08/2020 - 28/03/2021
364
Travelling
August 2020 update: I'm navigating these uncertain times, trying to roll with the punches and stay in the present while also reminding myself this won't last forever. I was planning to be traveling abroad this summer but for now I'm in the States, making the best of it! I very much believe in science and am doing everything I can to keep myself and the people around me safe.
WHAT I USED TO DO: I grew up in the Boston area, and moved to New York when I was 17. I went to school for film and animation, and spent 4 years after college working in children's TV as a designer, but I've worked all sorts of other odd jobs along the way. After living with roommates in New York for almost 10 years, I began to long for a place of my own - and I wanted to travel as well and see more of the country, since I'd been on the East Coast all my life. Vandwelling seemed like the perfect solution!
WHAT I DO NOW: I split my time between the East and West coast, and live in my van when I'm out West. I'm a jack of all trades, and I'm always trying to level up my skill set - I'm interested in auto mechanics/detailing, carpentry and set building, boatbuilding/sailing, dog care/training, and permaculture/off grid living to name just a few! September and October usually find me in Halloween mode which for me means working on haunted attractions (I WILL talk your ear off about this if you let me!) I do animation design on a freelance basis, and in my down time I love to write, cook, surf and play my guitar. I'm a pretty good cook FYI :)
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
In New York, I volunteered for Habitat for Humanity, and also did beach cleanups and citizen science projects with the Audubon Society. I volunteered on ships, helping restore and sail historic vessels. At Burning Man, I volunteered with the Zendo project, doing peer counseling and building a camp. I worked at a co-op in California, doing building projects and farm work, and I helped take care of dogs in Colorado, including two new litters of puppies! I've also volunteered at numerous festivals and live events, most recently Envision in Costa Rica (right before the pandemic hit...that was a good time!)
BUT THERE'S MORE!
I'm warm, open, non-judgemental, and adventurous. I tend to like hands-on work. I can handle most things you throw at me, more or less (and if I don't know how to do something yet, I'll learn it fast!) I'm fairly perfectionistic when it comes to work. The downside of this is that I don't always work fast, but the upside is that it's never sloppy. I'm a self-motivated hard worker...I live by the principle, "whatever you are, be a good one!" I'm an introvert, so having my quiet alone time is very important, but I'm not shy or reclusive by any means. I love connecting with people, learning their stories, and contributing whatever I can. Also, not to toot my own horn, but I'm REALLY good at organizing stuff...so if you need to declutter/optimize a space, I'm your guy.
WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR:
I want to practice and improve the skills I'm working on, and contribute to something meaningful. I don't need lodgings, because I live in my van (I could definitely use internet and a parking spot though, and a shower is always welcome!) I would really love to find a community with a place for my van to stay when I'm back East, ideally so that someone else could use it when I'm not there!
Charity Work
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Language practice
Gardening
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
basic building/repair skills, cleaning, cooking, painting, deliveries, general maintenance, yard maintenance, people skills, organizational skills, cooking, graphic design, art skills, dog walking/care, research etc...
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
Russian: Beginner
More details about my language interests
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30
American
I happen to be trans (FTM)! If you have a bias or hatred against LGBT people, we probably won't be a good match!
I am also deaf, and rely on assistive technology to communicate. It works well, but occasionally I miss things. Believe me, I'm not ignoring you!
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Nope!
Special dietary requirements
Nope!
