Russ Sillery
About Russ Sillery
Russ Sillery is an experienced professional in the fields of design and event management, currently serving in multiple roles at Insomniac Events. He has received several awards for his work in interactive media and has a strong background in architecture and design education.
Current Role at Insomniac Events
Russ Sillery has been employed at Insomniac Events since 2011, serving in multiple capacities including V.I.P Guest Production Crew, Bar & Beverage Sales Logistics, General Store Manager, and Site Crew. His extensive experience in event production and logistics contributes to the overall success of Insomniac's events. His role involves coordinating various aspects of guest services and beverage sales, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees.
Professional Background
Russ Sillery has a diverse professional background in design and event production. He worked at Universal Studios as a Lead Designer & Animator from 2014 to 2017, focusing on Adobe Flash and Animate. Prior to that, he held positions at SoftRock as a Junior Art Director and at Monster Media as an Art Director. His experience also includes a six-year tenure at Disco Donnie Presents as Site Crew, where he contributed to event logistics in the Orlando and Tampa areas.
Education and Expertise
Russ Sillery studied Architecture at the Savannah College of Art and Design, where he earned both a Bachelor of Architecture and a Master of Architecture from 1992 to 1995. He also attended the University of Houston-Downtown, studying Architecture from 1989 to 1992. Additionally, he completed his high school education at Avon High from 1985 to 1989. His academic background supports his expertise in design and production.
Awards and Recognition
Russ Sillery has received multiple accolades for his work in interactive media. He won a Gold Addy for Best Interactive Media Site for 'Sayitloud!' and a Silver Addy for Best Flash Website at various levels, including local, regional, and national competitions. His work was also published in Taschen's 'ICONS: 100 Best Web Design Studios' in 2008, highlighting his contributions to the field of web design.
Teaching and Judging Experience
Russ Sillery has taught college-level classes in Art & Design, Animation, and Coding, sharing his knowledge and expertise with students. He has also served as a judge for several award competitions, including the Web Marketing Association's Annual Awards and the Design Media Awards, contributing to the evaluation of creative work in the industry.