Rick was born and raised in northern New Jersey and began working in television for ABC-TV after leaving the Air Force. 

He remained on staff as a camera man until the mid 90's working on a gamut of shows such as Wild World of Sports, Good Morning America, World News Tonight and several soap operas including All My Children, One Life To Live and General Hospital.

Rick began working freelance after he left ABC and continues lighting and shooting corporate projects, infomercials, dramatic programs, features and shorts.

Rick now works as a Director/DP Cameraman.