PYXIS is a group of industry experts with years of experience, not just in their disciplines but also working with one another. This allows our teams to work more efficiently and effectively together - there's a shorthand that comes from shared time in the trenches. Through this spirit of mutual respect and trust, PYXIS is more than the sum of its parts - we believe that great work comes from inspired collaboration.
Founder + President
With over 30 years in the industry, Patricia LaVigne created PYXIS with an essential insight: Independent artists were often the most exceptionally talented people she's worked with and working remote saves clients wasted overhead. Patty has developed close relationships with experts across key disciplines - brand & marketing strategy, design, writing, content and production.
Patty brings years of expertise in the media and CPG industries, both domestically and internationally. She works side-by-side with clients providing unmatched brand stewardship across the company's range of services. Patty has worked with clients such as Turner, Cirque du Soleil, Saban Brands, Disney/ABC, SONY Pictures Television Networks, Canada Goose, UCLA and UFC.
As a female business owner LaVigne is proud to have been part of the Hollywood based initiative "Reframe" working with partners Women in Film and Sundance to promote gender parity in the industry.
In her spare time, Patty is a sommelier and loves to pour a good glass of wine for any occasion.
Creative Director
Ben Radatz is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker, designer, photographer and writer with an interest in experimental animation, new technologies, visual research and nostalgic influence. Over the years, he has worked with most major film studios and networks. His primary areas of interest include title sequence / vignette / UI | UX design for film and TV, game promotion & cinematic, short film development, and network stunts / branding / promotion.
Ben takes an active interest in the history and genealogy of title design and is a frequent contributor to Art of the Title, where he often writes about the history of the craft and its relationship to film and pop culture. He is also a vocal advocate for fair industry practices and recently moderated a panel on the topic at the Style Frames conference in New York City.
A fan of rural folklore, urban exploring and lost history, Ben is an avid road-tripper and ghost town hunter and is currently on a mission to patronize every last remaining drive-in theater in the continental US, and photograph those that didn't survive the digital switchover.
Art Director
Neng has had a very busy 11 years as a motion designer specializing in sports concept development and design. Clients include CBS Sports, UFC, PGA Tour, ESPN, TSN, HBO Boxing and the Jacksonville Jaguars. An avid golfer with a wicked swing, Neng is a member of the Southern California Golfers Association.
Senior Creative Director
Seton's passion is bringing concepts to life through compelling visuals and dynamic storytelling that drives audience engagement and shifts brand perception in the marketplace. Seton leverages his 25+ years of experience working with industry leading agencies.
His career encompasses steering major brand initiatives, directing live action and animation content, and designing live event experiences for a wide range of high profile clients including Xbox, Adult Swim, ESPN, AMC, NFL Network, UFC, Redbull, ABC, The CW, Starz, CBS, CBS Sports, Spike, Riot Games, Microsoft, EA Sports, The Academy Awards, The Olympics, The Super Bowl, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Charlotte Hornets, The Jacksonville Jaguars, Fox and Fox Sports.
Seton recently trekked to Everest Base Camp and is still trying to warm up.
Producer
Client service, attention to detail and a wicked sense of humor makes Dustin a must-have Producer on the team especially when the assignments are complex. His work behind the scenes makes everyone's life easier! Dustin has a passion for experiential marketing, motion graphics, branding and commercial production and has enjoyed working with such top entertainment companies as AMC, Turner, SONY and AT&T. He's also proud of his work with for the international LGBTQ non-profit GLAAD where he handled experiential marketing and major event production. Firmly transplanted from the Northeast Dustin is now a committed Angeleno with no plans to move - ever!
Designer
Pamela has spent most of her 20 years of design-experience on all things print - be it design for a book or a fashion magazine, as well as developing brand identities for companies large and small.
Pamela grew up in Germany where she received her masters in Communication Design. After moving to the USA she quickly applied her talents to designing the A+E Networks logo and the redesign of National Geographic Magazine. Pamela loves to contribute her time and expertise to foundations like Kailash Satyarthi and the Richstone Foundation as well as clients such Condénast, Hulu, Sundance Institute, Knoll, Thing Magazine, Surface Magazine, BET, Sephora and Swarovski.
When you don't see her fretting over type sizes, kerning, leading and shapes/angles within logos, then she is most-likely continuing with her yoga practice or climbing up a big rock.
Web Developer
Sam brings over a decade of web design, development and user experience to the team. His uncanny ability to solve complex coding challenges while making it look easy has made Sam a client favorite. With an entrepreneurial spirit Sam enjoys working closely with early stage companies helping drive them to success.
Sam has a deep theater background and is not afraid to use it.
Creative Director
With decades of Brand and Ad agency experience, Camille applies her keen eye and unique sense of style to 360 Branding including: brand identities, motion graphics, print and digital design spanning local and global brands. Camille applies her lifetime passion for entertainment, technology, lifestyle, fashion, food, culture, and art to everything she touches. With a BFA from UCLA she continues her desire for non-stop research and learning while mentoring up and coming talent.
It's rumored Camille may have more sunglasses than Elton John.
Brand Strategist +
Senior Writer
Charlie has applied his 15+ years of strategy and writing experience working with top Media, CPG and Experiential brands as well as developing award-winning content.
Brand Strategy engagements have included SONY Pictures Television, FX, STARZ, AwesomenessTV, Boxed Water, UCLA and Pechanga Resort Casino.
Apple, Google, Intel, Turner Broadcasting, Playstation, CARE, Sonos, Lionsgate Films and the US Army are just a few of the clients Charlie is proud to have worked with developing Marketing Campaigns.
Narrative content includes writing credits for the Emmy-award winning interactive documentary Clouds Over Cuba, ESPN 30X30's From Harlem With Love, and the "social" film The Beauty Inside, a 3-time Cannes Grand Prix winner.
In his free time, Charlie enjoys cooking and has never said no to a glass of wine, especially Patty's.
Designer + Animator
Based out of Atlanta, Ben is a Braves fan and leading creative talent in the industry. With a wide range of skills - designing, animating, compositing, 3D - Ben is a go-to expert for creative directors everywhere. His work is featured in projects for UFC, Pechanga Resort Casino, CNN, NBA TV, Comcast and Super Bowl 50.
When not working, Ben is an avid traveler and photographer and can be found wandering the United States, the UK, Ireland, Europe, New Zealand, Australia and Southeast Asia.
Ben is over halfway through visiting all of the MLB stadiums.
Art Director
Mindy Park is a Los Angeles based graphic designer and art director with 13 years experience in the entertainment media industry. With an eye for beauty and a brain for problem solving, she loves to shape the brand image/perception of consumers through visual solutions.
Throughout the years, she's had the privilege to work with amazing talented people and clients such as AT&T, CW, BET, Hulu, Food Network, PBS, KCRW, Turner and more.
She is also passionate about baking and can whip out some mean cookies. Some of her friends are waiting for her to open up a bakery.
