Welcome
A Journey Across Pixels, Pathways, and Bulldozers
Greetings! I’m Scott Finn—a curious soul who’s journeyed across state lines, climbed metaphorical mountains, and wielded both cameras and stardust. Buckle up; let’s explore the pixels and pathways that define my adventure.
From Montana’s Peaks to Carolina’s Sweet Tea
The Early Chapters
Born under Montana’s big sky in 1971, my family’s spirit led us zigzagging across the United States until we finally anchored ourselves in Fort Mill, South Carolina—a place where southern charm, a slow lyrical drawl, and the flow of sweet tea feel like home.
Academia and the Great Outdoors
After high school in 1990, I embarked on an academic odyssey. Francis Marion University in Florence, Clemson University in Clemson—each a chapter in my book. Clemson—Where the Tigers roar among the camaraderie of fellow scholars. It was there that I honed my understanding of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management.
The Aiken Parks and Recreation Interlude
Adventures Under the Palmetto Sky
In the fall of 1996, I moved to Aiken, South Carolina, where I worked for the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department. As the recreation program coordinator, I became the architect of memories. Scheduling summer camp activities, overseeing an outdoor climbing facility, planning outdoor adventure trips, and curating unique events—it was a canvas of joy and laughter.
The Winthrop Chronicles
Athletic Adventures
In 1998, I returned to Fort Mill, and the area once known as the farm for Winthrop College before it became Winthrop University Athletic Complex opened wide. My tenure began as the Athletic and Coliseum Operations Assistant. Picture me juggling facility management, event logistics, and the art of turning a basketball court into a stage. Winthrop’s athletic department blossomed, and championships sprouted like wildflowers.
Streaming Pioneers
Then came 2007—the year web-streaming whispered its promise. The athletic department sensed the magic. So, I donned a director’s hat (and with a lot of courage) and became the understudy of video broadcasting. Editing? A mystery. But with students by my side, we wove pre-game interviews and special segments into the game-day symphony.
The Independent Contractor Saga
Across the AV Universe
In 2011, I closed the Winthrop chapter. The road called, and I answered. As an independent contractor, I crisscrossed the United States—installing AV equipment, weaving digital threads, and leaving my mark. Universities, organizations, and businesses—they all hummed with my handiwork.
The York Technical College Chapter
Applied Science and New Horizons
In 2013 and 2014, I cut back on my travels. Why? To complete an associate’s degree in applied science in computer technology from York Technical College in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The pixels met the circuits, and I found new pathways to explore.
The Intermezzo of Downtime
Glass, Music, and the Uncharted Tomorrow
When my suitcase rested, I reveled in life’s quieter notes. Glass sign work—where letters whispered secrets. Music—the universal language that danced with my soul. And to live a childhood fantasy? Well, that’s when I enrolled in a heavy equipment course in 2019. Bulldozers demanded respect, excavators pirouetted with authority, and skid steers jostled between them both. It was AMAZING!!!
The Epilogue: Where Stars Collide
Tomorrow’s Unwritten Verse
As I pen this, I stand at the crossroads. The compass spins, and the map remains blank. But here’s the secret: I embrace the unknown. Tomorrow’s adventure? It’ll happen. Maybe in pixels, perhaps on a dirt path, or who knows—a cosmic voyage.
Verre Eglomise
The process of gilding or painting on the reverse side of a pane of glass.
Glass Signs
Design Process
This is a summary of the process that goes into creating a glass sign.
Glass:
Many of the framed pieces are off-the-shelf photography framing kits. The glass in the kit is used in the process. The frames are to showcase and protect the finished piece. Nameplates (4"x 8") and some of the signs were custom cut pieces of glass.
Acid Etching: (optional)
The etching is done with a diluted solution of Amour Etch and a medium. I do not use pure hydrofluoric acid mixed with a medium. A vinyl cutout of the design provides a barrier for etching. After a given time, the etching medium is removed and the glass is washed before proceeding to the next process.
Hand Gilding:
After a thorough cleaning, gilder's liquor is applied to the area(s) that is to be leafed. I use 23.5 carat gold leaf, 99.9% silver leaf, and various colors of imitation leaf in the designs. For many of the mirrors, 23.5 carat gold leaf or 99.9% silver leaf is used. Lines where the leaf was added do appear during mirroring. This gives the sign an old mirror look. I do not use chemical silvering.
Paints: (optional)
I will use sign paint to outline or highlight areas in the design. Black backing paint is applied in the last step of the process.
I am exploring other methods to add to the design process.
 Masking and Acid Etching |  Silver leaf gilding |
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 Scratching the outline of the lettering for the next layer of gilding. |  Gilding on a second layer of leaf. |
 Gilding the last layer |  Adding Backing Paint |
 One layer of gilding will create a two-way mirror. Finger nail test. After the second layer and backing paint, the sign will become a mirror. |
Voice Over
US Voiceover
25 to 55+
8:00am to 17:00pm
Eastern Standard Time
CUSTOM DEMO
Up to 5 minutes
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Over 20 minutes
FREE
$50.00
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** Rates are subject to change.**
Deals are available. Please email me your details.
Files:
Files are recorded at a Sample Rate of 44100Hz in 32bit float format. I can record in a rate of 48000Hz at 32bit float format. Standard is 44100Hz at 24bit wav. with a copy in mp3.
Turnaround Time:
I am located in the Eastern time zone of the US and can have most voice over recordings ready within 24 hours or less. I do periodically take short breaks. If there are technical or recording problems, I will re-record at the earliest available time at no extra charge.
Directed Sessions:
Currently, directed session can be conducted through Teams, Zoom, Skype, or Google Meets. Please contact me to arrange a scheduled time.
File Transfer:
WeTransfer, Dropbox, and Google Drive are applications I use for transferring voice over files. I will be glad to work with you if you have other options. Please contact me if you have questions.
Please send me your script(s) for a quote.
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How is the material to be used? (TV, Radio, or non-broadcast)
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What is the deadline? My hours are 8:00 - 17:00 EST - US.
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What audio format does it need to be in? The standard is 24-bit 48Hz wav and a mp3 copy.
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What tone? (Engaging, Casual, Conversation, etc...)