Joey is a self-proclaimed “movie geek” ever since his dad took him to see Ghostbusters when he was 3. With a degree from Appalachian State University, Joey has created movies for nearly 20 years. His stop-motion video work has won a number of awards, including screening for Academy Award consideration in the “Best Animated Short” category. He has teamed up with PBS Digital Studios to create a DIY video web series which has won a Webby Award. Joey, his wife, two young daughters, and a 65-pound lap dog live in Chapel Hill.