Resume

2K Games – September 2011 – September 2012

Quality Assurance Tester – The Darkness II, BioShock II (Mac), Borderlands 2, etc

* Identified current and potential defects in all aspects of the product including gameplay,

interactive environments, & AI behavior across multiple platforms (X360, PS3, PC, Mac)

* Communicated effectively with developers and team members, both locally and overseas

* Tested the title in accordance with Sony Computer Entertainment's Technical Requirements Checklist

VideoIdeasTV.com – July 2011 – Present
Camera Operator – US Convention Team

“Walking In LA” – April 2012 – June 2012

Freelance Animator/Compositor

* Character design and animation for a fantasy sequence in an upcoming webseries

Commission for Vanessa Adão – July 2011
3D Modeler - Product Renders and Object for Rapid Prototyping

* Created a 3D model appropriate for solid printing, based on artist sketches

Prime Focus – January 2011 – June 2011

3D Conversion/Depth Artist (View-D) – Star Wars: Episode I, Green Lantern, Transformers 3

* Converted standard footage for 3D viewing on library titles and feature film releases

* Assisted in the testing and creation of new techniques and supporting pipeline for future

high-profile projects

2K Games – December 2009 – November 2010

Quality Assurance Tester – Mafia II, Mafia II DLC, Duke Nukem Forever

Stonebale Productions – November 2009

Lead Animator

* Completed a 3 minute viral video, building upon the work of the previous Lead Animator

Lotus Junction/Realty Business Services – May 2009 - November 2009

Data Entry / Internet Advertising Agent

* Provided a persistent online presence for clients in the real estate industry

* Interacted with clients, adjusting advertising campaign to their specific needs

J. P. Rapscallion – Mar 2009 - May 2009

"The Living Corpse" – Pre-Visualization & Asset Modeling

Eric Wo – Mar 2009

3D Animation

* Created a 60 second demonstration for a new audio-visual product

Digital Animation & Visual Effects School – Oct 2008 - Dec 2008

"Defying Gravity" Music Video – NYC Flight Sequence Lead

* Oversaw team of 4 in development of assets & animation for CG environment

* Built, rigged, and animated CG Pigeon to interact with live action talent

* Performed Production Assistant duties on greenscreen shoot

Digital Animation & Visual Effects School – Oct 2008 - Dec 2008

Teaching Assistant

* Supported Instructor in providing a firm foundation for students

* Researched and provided reference for student projects

* Critiqued student work, offered advice, & taught additional techniques as needed

Hollywood Video – Aug 2005 - Nov 2007

Shift Director

* Managed 2-4 Guest Service Representatives

* Responsible for nightly accounting & daily deposits of up to $3500

* Assisted Store Director in management tasks

United States Army – May 2001 - Nov 2004

Satellite Communications Systems Operator & Maintainer – Specialist (E4)

* Provided vital communications via satellite link to personnel in the field

* Challenged daily on physical and mental abilities

* Upheld core Army values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, &

personal courage

Education

DAVE School (Digital Animation & Visual Effects) – Orlando, FL

United States Army Satellite Communications Training – Fort Gordon, GA

University of Montana – Missoula, MT

Port Angeles High School – Port Angeles, WA

Software Proficiencies

Lightwave 10

Eyeon Fusion

3D Studio Max

Photoshop CS4

Maya

Motion Builder

Test Track Pro

JIRA

Boujou Syntheyes

PFTrack

Microsoft Word & Excel

Adobe Premiere

Open Office Suite

Additional Skills

40+ WPM Typing Speed

Basic HTML programming

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Traditional Art Background (Pencil, Ink, Clay, Origami)