Eric Sterling leads DVDC with a balance of big-picture vision and hands-on expertise. As President, he guides the firm’s design direction, project delivery, and team development, ensuring every project reflects the high standards the company is known for. A seasoned landscape architect, Eric’s portfolio spans public parks, streetscapes, school campuses, and citywide design guidelines, including award-winning work for Disney parks. He brings a sharp eye for detail and multidisciplinary coordination with an emphasis on accessibility and durability, while overseeing projects from concept through construction documentation. Known for his collaborative and thoughtful leadership style, Eric works closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to keep projects aligned, on schedule, and on budget. From mentoring staff to coordinating in the field, his steady leadership and commitment to quality continue to shape both the firm’s success and the environments it creates.

Gary Vasquez is an award-winning senior design leader known for bringing creativity, insight, and a strong sense of community to every project. A key member of the DVDC team, he plays an integral role in shaping some of the firm’s most successful and highly acclaimed park designs across California. Gary has a unique talent for translating public input into meaningful, inspired spaces, making him a driving force behind DVDC’s community outreach efforts and ensuring each project truly reflects the people it serves. His expertise spans concept development, planning, construction detailing, planting, and irrigation design, resulting in work that is both visually compelling and technically sound. With a collaborative approach and a passion for thoughtful design, Gary’s leadership and creativity continue to elevate the quality and impact of DVDC’s work.

Jamie Graham plays a vital role in keeping DVDCreative running smoothly, bringing organization, leadership, and a people-first approach to every aspect of the firm’s operations. As Director of Administration, she oversees the day-to-day functions that support the team, from internal coordination and resource management to client relations and accounting. Known for her attention to detail and proactive mindset, Jamie ensures processes stay efficient and teams stay connected. Her strong communication skills and ability to anticipate needs make her an essential link between staff, leadership, and clients. With a steady, solutions-oriented approach, Jamie helps create a supportive, well-organized environment where both projects and people can thrive.

Bryant serves as Studio Director at DVDCreative, where he leads the design team and helps shape the studio’s creative direction across a diverse portfolio of local and international work. Working at the intersection of design vision and technical execution, he guides projects from early concept through construction with a focus on clarity, performance, and craft. With a creative background shaped by high-design hospitality and destination projects across California, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and large-scale themed environments, Bryant brings a strong sense of storytelling and place-making to his work. His experience spans immersive, detail-driven projects, and he is known for building strong relationships with clients and collaborators that translate ideas into spaces that feel intentional, engaging, and connected to their context.
In addition to overseeing project delivery, Bryant plays a key role in evolving the studio’s design culture and processes. His collaborative leadership style creates an energetic, open studio environment where ideas are encouraged to take shape, evolve, and push the work forward.

Shaun Johnson brings a dynamic blend of creativity and technical expertise to the design of immersive environments. His work spans themed entertainment destinations, resort properties, and large-scale parks, all shaped by a focus on innovation, collaboration, and environmental responsibility. Passionate about storytelling through design, Shaun thrives in cross-disciplinary teams where landscape, architecture, and guest experience come together. He has a strong ability to navigate complex projects, delivering highly detailed environments that are both engaging and operationally sound. Known for leveraging advanced technologies, Shaun helps drive creative exploration and technical precision while improving workflows and coordination across teams, making him a key contributor to the success of DVDC’s most intricate projects.

Clayton Franklin is a seasoned landscape architect who brings together artistic vision and real-world practicality in every project. His work spans the full design process from early concepts through construction documentation reflecting a thoughtful, detail-driven approach to creating spaces that truly come to life. Clayton spent nearly five years collaborating with Walt Disney Imagineering, contributing to major projects at iconic destinations including the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disneyland. These experiences sharpened his expertise in immersive design and placemaking, with a focus on crafting outdoor environments that engage, inspire, and stand the test of time. Known for his strong hand graphics, technical detailing, and problem-solving skills, Clayton pairs creativity with constructability to deliver seamless results. His collaborative nature and clear communication style make him a valued team member, consistently helping turn imaginative ideas into thoughtfully built landscapes.

Luis Pedraza Cardozo brings a thoughtful blend of creativity and precision to his work as a landscape architect. His background in both design and visual communication allows him to craft clear, compelling narratives that bring projects to life from park planning to urban open spaces and community-focused environments. Known for his strong graphic sensibility, Luis leads our visualization standards and graphic vision, ensuring that design narratives and visual storytelling effectively communicate design intent with clarity and impact. He is passionate about creating equitable, inclusive spaces, often focusing on under-resourced communities, and approaches each project with a collaborative spirit that helps turn ideas into meaningful, well-designed places.

Bryce Frost is a talented landscape designer known for his strong plant knowledge, international experience, and creative approach to design. With a deep understanding of diverse plant communities, he creates resilient, context-sensitive landscapes that respond thoughtfully to their environment. His global perspective shaped by work across a variety of climates and cultural settings brings a fresh, informed lens to each project. Bryce blends technical skill with a highly creative mindset, developing design solutions that are both functional and visually engaging. With a keen eye for composition and detail, he consistently delivers distinctive, sustainable spaces that leave a lasting impression.

Angela Lee is a skilled landscape designer with a well-rounded approach that blends creativity, technical expertise, and strong communication. Her experience spans conceptual planning, planting and irrigation design, and community presentations, allowing her to contribute meaningfully at every stage of a project. With a solid understanding of construction documentation and contractor needs, Angela consistently delivers efficient, high-quality work. She has a natural ability to interpret community input and translate it into clear, shared design goals, helping projects stay aligned with both vision and purpose. Passionate about creating functional and visually compelling spaces, Angela is a valued member of the DVDCreative team.

Michelle Maldonado brings a strong design foundation and a detail-driven approach to every project she supports. Proficient in AutoCAD and SketchUp, she plays an important role in the planning and development of a wide range of landscape projects, assisting with research, data collection, cost estimates, and project scheduling. Known for her accuracy and organization, Michelle helps ensure quality and consistency throughout the design process. Her collaborative mindset and clear communication skills make her a valuable presence in team settings and client interactions alike. With a strong sense of responsibility and a genuine eagerness to learn, Michelle continues to grow as an integral part of the DVDC team.

Xitlali Casarrubias brings a strong passion for community engagement and a thoughtful approach to creating spaces that truly serve the people who use them. She works closely with communities to understand their goals and priorities, helping shape designs that feel meaningful, inclusive, and responsive. With a balance of technical skill and creative thinking, Xitlali contributes to projects in a way that enhances both the process and the final result. Known for her collaborative, team-oriented mindset, she fosters strong working relationships and positive project outcomes. Her dedication and insight make her a valued member of the DVDCreative team, supporting the delivery of impactful, community-centered designs.

Jonathan Aguirre brings a strong work ethic and a commitment to growth to his role in landscape architecture. Known for his dedication, reliability, and drive, he continues to build on his experience while contributing across a wide range of project needs. With a solid background in production, packaging and construction management, Jonathan supports the team with accuracy and consistency, helping move projects forward efficiently. His adaptability allows him to step into different roles as needed, always delivering thoughtful, high-quality work. Jonathan’s hands-on approach and commitment to continuous improvement make him a valued part of the DVDCreative team.

Mei Cervantes is a project designer and recent graduate who brings fresh perspective, creativity, and enthusiasm to the DVDCreative team. With a strong academic foundation in landscape architecture, she supports projects across multiple phases, contributing to design development, graphics, and production work. Mei is detail-oriented and eager to learn, quickly building her skills while collaborating closely with the team. Her positive attitude, curiosity, and dedication make her a valuable contributor as she continues to grow and develop her role within the studio.

Chase Gill is a project designer and recent graduate who brings energy, curiosity, and a strong design foundation to the DVDCreative team. He supports projects across a range of phases, contributing to design development, graphics, and production work while continuing to build his technical and creative skills. Chase is known for his collaborative mindset and willingness to jump in wherever needed, helping keep projects moving forward. With a positive attitude and a drive to learn, he is quickly growing into a valuable member of the team.

Jesus Gutierrez is a landscape designer with a strong technical foundation and a thoughtful approach to creating functional, well-crafted environments. His experience spans residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects, supporting work from early concepts through detailed construction documentation and implementation. Known for producing clear, comprehensive drawing sets, Jesus helps ensure projects move forward through all phases with the original design intent. His interests in wildlife and ecology bring a strong understanding of plant knowledge and regionally appropriate strategies that synergize spaces for both community and local urban habitat. Jesus values the cultural and social significance of spaces, advocating that identity and niche be fundamental during design. Altogether, Jesus plays a key role in delivering resilient landscapes that balance performance, practicality, and design quality.

Annie Yun brings a unique blend of creativity, technical expertise, and artistic perspective to the DVDCreative team. With experience in landscape architecture, residential design, and industrial design, she approaches projects with a strong eye for composition, detail, and visual storytelling. Annie’s background includes work on parks, revitalization projects, amenity centers, and luxury residential landscapes, allowing her to contribute across a variety of project types with both creativity and precision. Skilled in a wide range of design and visualization software, as well as hand rendering and drafting, she helps bring ideas to life through clear, engaging graphics and thoughtful design solutions. Annie’s diverse design background and collaborative spirit make her a valuable addition to the studio.

Allie Stafford leads the DVDCreative marketing team with a strategic mindset and creative eye, shaping how the firm’s work and story are shared. She oversees proposals, branding, and communications, helping highlight the team’s projects in a way that is both engaging and authentic. Known for her strong organization and attention to detail, Allie keeps fast-paced deadlines on track while ensuring consistency across all materials. She collaborates closely with the design team to identify market opportunities that meet the DVDCreative mission and goals. She translates ideas into compelling visuals and messaging, supporting the firm’s growth and visibility. With a thoughtful and energetic approach, Allie plays a key role in connecting DVDCreative’s work with clients, partners, and the broader community.

Jen Gomez helps keep daily operations running smoothly with a positive, can-do approach. As an Administrative Assistant, she supports a wide range of tasks from coordinating schedules and organizing office needs to assisting with project administration and team logistics. Known for her reliability and attention to detail, Jen helps create an organized, efficient work environment where the team can stay focused and productive. Her friendly demeanor and willingness to jump in wherever needed make her a valued resource and great support to both staff and leadership.

Hank is the heart of the DVDCreative office, bringing daily doses of energy, friendliness, and much-needed morale boosts to the team. Whether he’s making the rounds for a quick hello, sitting in on meetings, or keeping a watchful eye on snacks, Hank takes his role seriously. Known for his loyal and easygoing nature, he’s always ready to brighten the day and remind everyone to take a quick break. Hank’s presence makes the studio a little more fun and a lot more welcoming.