RESUME
Objective
Aspiring to utilize my extensive design experience and creative skills to progress into pre-production roles, art direction, and collaboration in green-lighting new shows and films within the animation industry.
Summary
Creative and versatile designer with over five years of experience in the Canadian animation industry. Demonstrated expertise in 2D and 3D design, visual development, and a proven track record of contributing to award-winning and nominated projects.
Work Experience
Designer | Nelvana Subsidiary of Corus | "Zokie of Planet Ruby" | Dec 2021 - Present
Designed episodic props and characters for a popular Nickelodeon show
Collaborated with the art department to maintain a cohesive visual style
Utilized Toon Boom Harmony to create high-quality 2D assets
Color Designer | Jam Filled Entertainment | “Bubble Guppies” | Oct 2020 - July 2021
Contributed to the multiple Emmy Award-nominated children's show
Developed color keys for pop video segments
Colored various background production assets and assisted with material call-outs and character rendering
Production Designer | Guru Studio | “Big Blue” | July 2019 - June 2020
Created episodic props and side characters for animated series
Prepared artwork in Toon Boom Harmony for rigging and fun-pack production
Liaised with the rigging department to ensure assets were ready for production
Posing Artist | Smiley Guy Studio | "Corner Gas Animated" | 2018
Worked on the award-winning show, which received multiple Canadian Screen Awards
Responsible for creating dynamic key poses that matched the acting in storyboards
Built poses in Adobe Animate before passing them onto the animators for further development
Collaborated with the animation team to ensure seamless integration of assets
Education
Character Design Apprenticeship | Mentor: Brie Henderson | Dec 2020 - Feb 2021
Developed advanced character design skills through one-on-one mentorship with a seasoned professional
Completed various design projects to build a comprehensive character design portfolio
Received valuable feedback and guidance on improving design techniques and style
Advanced Diploma in Animation | Seneca College | 2014-2018
Gained in-depth knowledge of animation principles, techniques, and industry-standard software
Completed a range of individual and group projects, including a final-year short film
Participated in extracurricular activities and clubs related to animation and design
Painting Apprenticeship | Studio West with Peter Chan | 2014-2016
Studied painting techniques and theory under the guidance of renowned artist Peter Chan
Focused on traditional painting mediums, including oil, acrylic, and watercolor
Developed a strong foundation in color theory, composition, and visual storytelling
Awards and Achievements
Contributed to the award-winning "Corner Gas Animated," which received multiple Canadian Screen Awards
Worked on the Emmy Award-nominated children's show "Bubble Guppies"
Professional Development
Attended CTN Animation Expo (CTNX), a premier animation industry event focused on talent, technology, and creative content
Participated in LightBox Expo, an annual event celebrating the visual arts and connecting artists from various industries
Skills
Proficient in Toon Boom Harmony, StoryBoard Pro, Adobe Premiere, Animate, After Effects, Photoshop
Experience with Blender in the design pipeline
Working knowledge of the 3D software pipeline (Zbrush & Maya)