Troy achieved his B.A. in Communications from UC Davis in 2020. Initially, he was pursuing journalism but redirected his career path toward video production due to his love for film. Currently, he is the videographer and photographer for SAMC, capturing student life and showcasing the diverse programs UC Davis offers.

His broad background spanning in, academia, college athletics and public relations has honed his skills in videography and photography. From editing advertisements to capturing heartfelt images, Troy’s love for cinema drives his desire to expand his craft. 

In his free time, he immerses himself in language learning, leisurely walks, and listening to music. He enjoys learning about art history for inspiration and takes photos on his walks. For him, photography is an outlet to tell a story through a photo in a fleeting moment. His favorite quote is by Charles Bukowski: “An intellectual says a simple thing in a hard way. An artist says a hard thing in a simple way.”