Resumé/CV

Objective

To create compelling animation and design that challenge my skills in 3D, compositing, motion graphics, and technical problem solving.

Experience

Graphics Generalist

Nov 2007-Present – Edit at Joe’s 

Responsible for end to end motion graphics and visual effects for commercial clientèle.

Senior 3D Artist

2003-Nov 2007- Snap5

Create 3D and 2D animation for broadcast projects. Responsible for taking a project from concept to delivery as well as working in teams. Support the other designers with scripts and workflow improvements in After Effects and XSI. Advise management on technical and scheduling estimates for projects.

Animator
September 1999 – 2003 Snap5/Media-Comm

Create and deliver various projects for broadcast clients. 3D and 2D animation of show packages, promotional elements and commercial work.

Freelance Designer

May 1999- September 1999 – Media-Comm and other clients

Contract work creating 3D and 2D design for broadcast and commercial work.

Intern/Freelance Designer
May 1996 – August 1998 – WCNC-TV(NBC6)
During summer and Christmas breaks I worked with the local NBC station. I created news graphics as well as various other station related design work. I also designed and animated promotional spots and segment opens for the news show.

Education

BA Graphic Arts & Imaging Technology

1999 Appalachian State University, Boone NC

Skillset

Advanced knowledge: Softimage XSI, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator
Limited Knowledge: Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio Pro Scripting

Strong knowledge of Javascript and working knowlege of VB Script.