Dawson is a story-driven craftsman in the realm of acting and filmmaking, bringing 18 years of experience in theatrical sword-fighting to his work, along with 13 years of dialect training and 10 years of filmmaking experience. The short films he wrote and directed in 2018 were instrumental in bringing together the creative individuals who would soon after form the core team of Steel Warrior Films. He is now dedicated to honing his acting and sword-fighting skills while assisting in the strategic development and execution of their projects.

Renowned for delivering creative and impactful solutions in website design, graphic design, and image editing, Dawson is consistently praised for exceptional skills and a client-focused approach. Proven success in Product & Brand Design, Logo Creation, and Creative Writing, with clients highlighting his dedication to quality and ability to transform visions into reality. For detailed client feedback, visit his Testimonials page.

Managed wrangler operations at the Pine Cove barn, riding/tacking horses, leading trail rides, teaching campers how to ride. Also served in the kitchen, handling hundreds of meals, stocking freezers, and maintaining cleanliness.

Self-taught in Java code, Dawson built and maintains Adorable Hamster Pets, a new multi-loader Minecraft mod that has achieved over 2.2 million downloads in just 6 months. His work on this project spans custom procedural entity texture generation, advanced AI pathfinding algorithms, a responsive, physics-based shoulder-hamster dynamic animation system, deterministic, area-coherent wind-driven leaf particle simulation, and a layered GeckoLib animation suite that powers all the polished interactions with the hamsters and other items.

Extensive experience towing 16-foot trailers with large loads; planning efficient routes, performing basic pre-trip checks, and securing cargo with straps and ropes. Completed multi-state highway trips; managing fuel, stops, and safe speeds for grade, wind and weather. Experience operating off-road vehicles on ranch and unimproved terrain; recovering and maneuvering trailers in tight areas. Hauling hay bales and tack for equine care; coordinating loading, stacking, and transporting to barns and pastures. Proficient at trailer backing, mirror use, and spotter communication; prioritizing safety and vehicle care.

Orchestrated the end-to-end development of a comprehensive e-commerce merchandise line for a prominent relationship coach and author, taking the brand from initial concept to a multi-platform sales channel. Demonstrated expertise in Product Design, E-commerce Strategy, and Brand Development by building and launching a fully-functional Wix storefront integrated with Printify. Designed an extensive and cohesive catalog of 85+ distinct merchandise items and counting, including apparel, home goods, and accessories, while consistently adhering to the client's sophisticated brand identity.

From logos, templates, graphics, and blog/social media content generation, to completely remastering the company's old website and successfully managing complex design projects from concept to completion, Dawson enjoyed giving Wizard Electronics what it didn’t have before— a unique and consistent brand identity. Furthermore, collaborating closely with colleagues renowned for their exceptional technical support capabilities enriched Dawson's experience, teaching him a great deal about complex troubleshooting, strict compatibility testing methodology, and problem-solving.

Dawson manages all graphic design for the non-profit organization The Magnificent Journey, including branding for their theatrical productions, which occur approximately once every two years. He also designed and continues to maintain their Squarespace website, ensuring a cohesive and professional online presence. For each production, he creates character edits and promotional print media that vividly capture the essence of each performance, contributing to the success of over 100 productions and events at the Tyler Civic Theatre.

Employed problem-solving skills to build special skid units for natural gas wells. Engaged in precise steel cutting, drilling, painting, measuring, and mathematics. Used heavy equipment, including a forklift, manual pallet jack, and an overhead crane, to conduct fitting and assembly of heavy equipment, such as engine blocks. Frequently assembled both small and large parts weighing more than 80 lbs to produce complex finished products, gaining experience with everything from warehouse inventory scanners to heavy machinery.

Offered one-on-one personal fitness training. Still recognized years later as "Dr. Epic" by a client for exceptional service.

Assisted customers in a friendly manner. Contributed to increasing sales by volunteering to design daily creative social media posts within tight time frames.