A Kearney native, Bob graduated from Kearney High School in 2002. He earned a BFA in Graphic Design and a minor in Technical Theater from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Bob channels his creativity as an Art Director for Buckle Inc. where he manages the graphic design team. With a passion for the fine arts, Bob has designed and painted sets for many local organizations including Zion Lutheran Church, Holy Cross Lutheran Church and Kearney Community Theatre. He has served in multiple design capacities with Crane River Theater during the last five seasons and currently serves on the Board of Directors. His other hobbies include antiquing, home improvement projects, freelance graphic design and singing with the Platte River Singers choir