Sean Safreed

Sean Safreed has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries. Sean is a co-founder and manager at Red Giant Software LLC, where they have been responsible for product strategy and has contributed to the growth of the company. In 2015, they co-founded Pixvana, Inc., a Seattle-based software startup focused on developing Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) video processing and delivery platforms. Prior to these ventures, Sean worked as a Senior Product Manager at Pinnacle Systems, where they managed multiple products in both broadcast and consumer groups. Sean has also held roles as a Product Manager at Puffin Designs and as a Product Manager for 3D and VR at Apple Computer. Earlier in their career, Sean worked as an Associate Editor at MacUser / Ziff Davis Publishing and Ziff-Davis-Macuser.

Sean Safreed attended UC Santa Barbara from 1987 to 1991 where they earned a BA degree. Sean pursued a double degree in English Literature and Environmental Studies.