Richard grew up in the suburbs of Boston.  On his way across the country, Richard graduated from Northwestern University, where he majored in Television and Film. His time in Chicago, provided him the opportunity to intern at The Steppenwolf Theater Company, where he stage managed several theatrical productions.  At Steppenwolf, he acquired a strong sense of story, character and timing.  When he reached the west coast, Richard worked at several Post Production houses learning about the technical aspects of the business, as well as the post production process.  The experience that Richard has picked up, is evident in his cutting.