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)