Sam is currently an associate professor in the School of Visual Communication at Ohio University. In the 14 years he has been there, he has designed and launched several interactive multimedia courses and two international study abroad programs. Sam has taught classes in web design, web animation, motion graphics, 3D modeling, audio/video production and print design. He has collaborated on special projects with The School of Interior Architecture and The School of Media Arts and Studies, which resulted in student work that was displayed in The Chicago Art Institute and recognized internationally by the media. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Sam is the faculty advisor for The Ohio University Multimedia Society and serves as a liaison between the faculty and Ohio University Information Technology department.
Sam has more than 15 years of experience in the professional realm as a photographer, web and print designer. His work includes fashion, documentary, commercial and fine art photography, print design, web design, web consulting, video production and motion graphics. His work has appeared in places such as Time and Foam Magazines, as well as on PBS. He has worked for clients which include Rocky Boots, GigBot.com, Lineberger Cancer Center, Marietta Memorial Hospital, David Hostetler as well as others.
Girton teaches courses in Desktop Publishing, Web Design, Web Animation, Motion Graphics, Audio/Video Production and 3D Modeling. He has a Master of Fine Arts degree in Photography from Ohio University. Girton was selected for the University Professor award for the 2012-2013 academic year.