Objective    

    Seeking employment in the field of 3D character animation.


Education    

    Savannah College of Art and Design 2003 - 2005 Savannah, GA
    Master of Fine Arts in Animation
    GPA:3.88/4.0

    Georgia Institute of Technology 1997 -2002 Atlanta,GA
    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
    Focus in Computer Graphics

 

Professional Skills     



  • Displays confidence in the use of the principles of animation
  • Advanced character rigging capabilities including advanced facial set up
  • Knowledge of technical side of animation and able to bridge between artists
  • Able to communicate and work well with others in a collaborative environment
  • Fast and efficient worker and able to work in high pressure environments
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    Software Experience    

     

  • Proficient in using Maya 8.5, Adobe Photoshop, After Effects and Premiere Pro
  • Working knowledge 3D Studio Max, Houdini, Shake, Dreamweaver, and Flash
  • Programming experience in using Java, JavaScript, HTML, C++, and MEL

  • Work Experience    

     
        February 2007 – Present Angle Inc. Springfield, VA
  • Creating 3D character animations for a Navy training simulator



  •     Oct 2005 – February 2007 4Front Studios Savannah, GA
  • Created 3D animations and motion graphics for television commercials
  • Dealt with clients to produce commercials in a high pressure production environment


  •     June 2005 – Sept 2005 Deos Animation Studios Internship Lawrence, MA
  • Created 2D and 3D animations and 3D models for an upcoming childrens television
    show called "Ribert and Robert's Wonderworld".




  •     1998-2002  McKenneys Inc.  Atlanta, GA
  • Assisted in the establishment of the Automation and Controls Solutions department
  • Created custom graphics and animations for controls of HVAC systems in office buildings
  • Assisted in the design and graphics of the McKenneys webpage

  • Activities/Awards    


  • Academic Honors Fellowship, Savannah College of Art and Design, June 2003
  • 2nd Place Prize for Memorial Health Commercial contest, March 2004
  • SIGGRAPH, attendee, 2004-2007
  • Christian Student Fellowship, SCAD 2003-2006
  • Swing Club, SCAD, 2003-2006
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