I possess advanced skills as a digital art and animation professional, consistently producing compelling content for gaming, XR, advertising, and multimedia projects. Proficiency is a hallmark of mine, evident in my mastery of tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Animator, Maya, 3ds Max, Motion Builder, Oculus, Vive, Spine, and several others.My expertise extends beyond visual arts; I have exceptional skills in web design, graphic design, and media communications. Furthermore, I am a published author and adept online and in-person curriculum developer, with a proven track record in the realm of higher education both private and public.Since obtaining my master's degree from The University of Southern California, I have been deeply engaged in the technology sector. This experience has endowed me with a profound understanding of the production cycle and development environment, granting me a distinctive perspective within the industry. This perspective enables me to facilitate faster and more efficient product turnaround times.My portfolio proudly boasts contributions to renowned titles from industry giants such as EA, Lucasarts, 2K, Primavision, Linden Labs, and Nexon.
-
Vr,Ar,Xr,Mr Instructional SpecialistCañada College Jan 2023 - PresentRedwood City, Ca, UsI am on a team putting together a statewide apprenticeship program in mixed reality which includes creating a new track in MR and coordinating with stake holders to create a MR studio. -
Multimedia InstructorCollege Of Marin Jan 2022 - PresentKentfield, Ca, UsI teach modeling, Animation, and Rigging and XR for the 3d department and Graphic Design 1 for the graphic design department -
Multi Media InstructorSanta Rosa Junior College Feb 2022 - PresentSanta Rosa, California, Us -
Director, Designer, Digital ArtistSnelsondesigns Oct 2015 - PresentI am skilled in:Designing and launching highly targeted digital media in support of campaigns which can include Graphics, Animation Illustration Photography, and VideoCreating and executing consumer directed responses and brand awareness through digital campaigns across multiple digital channels such as paid social, and email, Relentlessly analyzing and optimizing online programs through A/B testing new audience segments, targeting strategies, and original creatives.Managing external agency relationships and paid social partners.Working collaboratively with cross functional teams to leverage expertise and develop creative assets, build landing page experiences, and integrated marketing campaigns.Creating media plans that leverage existing models and build into new and more successful areas of brand awareness
-
Senior Talent SpecialistCloud Chamber Apr 2022 - Jul 2023Montreal, Quebec, Ca -
Senior Sourcing Specialist Cloud Chamber 2K2K Jun 2021 - May 2022Novato, California, Us -
Senior Consultant31St Union Mar 2019 - Jan 2022San Mateo , Ca, Us -
Instructor Sae Expression CenterSae Expression College May 2018 - Jul 2021Emeryville, Ca, Us -
Online Curriculum Developer/InstructorAcademy Of Art University 2004 - Jul 2020San Francisco, Ca, UsOnline Curriculum Development in the Animation/ VFX department. I write, build and teach online courses at the AAU -
Instructor, Online Curricular DeveloperAcademy Of Art University 2006 - 2011San Francisco, Ca, Usco-Wrote and maintained the online introduction course to the animation program.
-
Communications ConsultantTarget Tech Communications Jan 2016 - Oct 2017Sausalito, Ca, UsMedia, Technology, Design, and Communications Consulting. -
Cinematic ArtistTelltale Games Mar 2015 - Jan 2016Malibu & Corte Madera, Ca, UsCreating in engine cinematics for various titles. -
Cinematic Animator2K Apr 2014 - Sep 2014Novato, California, UsCreating cinematic moments for 2K sports using Motion Builder, Mocap assets, animating characters and multi cam shoots.
-
Author / DesignerPeachpit Nov 2013 - Aug 2014I wrote a book on creating art for games called Photoshop for Games. Available now on Amazon and in your local book store and for digital download on the Pearson site.
-
Lead Tech ArtistGloops / Nexon May 2013 - Nov 2013I was responsible for animating and modeling and all implementation of 3D assets into the Unity engine. I was also responsible for FX, lighting and level building for the demo process and worked with programmers to develop new systems for export and animation
-
Cinematic Scripter/ 3D Generalist/ Designer-Maxis Jul 2012 - Mar 2013Sim CityCreating events using the in-house engine. Such as Crowd Simulation, min spec occupancy for buildings. Destruction, and graffiti events for all buildings. Sporting events such as soccer, and basketball games. and Loads of Bin placement for solar panels, recycling, and parked cars.
-
Lead Design ArtistTagged Jul 2011 - Jul 2012San Francisco, Ca, UsI was the lead on several teams and on several projects including, Elections, Decadence Towers, Online Bingo, and Slots -
Cinematic Scriptor2K Mar 2011 - Jul 2011Novato, California, UsThe Bureau/Xcom - I was one of the cinematic scriptors on Xcom/ The Bureau and contributed to the level layout of characters and scripted their attacks and movements using the Unreal engine.
-
Art Director3D Dog Studios Mar 2010 - Mar 2011Oakland, Ca, UsGopher GO Boom- I was the Director on various IOS games and contributed to the art assets. -
Senior Designer/Lead Animator/Technical ArtistMind Control Software Jan 2006 - Dec 2010I was senior artist and created assets for various games as well a 2D and 3D animator for several of their Flash games. Including Pokeman, FInanacial Football, and several others.
-
Technical ArtistHavok 2008 - 2009Dublin, IeCreated assets and pipelines for dev on Havok products -
Designer/ Senior Animator/ Technical ArtistTotally Games Jan 2006 - Nov 2008UsI was the animation Lead for 4 years on various projects as well as contributed to the rigging and modeling and game design -
SculptorPrimavision 1989 - 1993
-
SculptorPrimavision 1989 - 1993
Shawn Nelson Education Details
-
University Of Southern CaliforniaComputer Animation -
Academy Of Art UniversityBfa
-
Cal Arts
-
Tamalpias
-
Uc Berkeley ExtensionArt And Media
Frequently Asked Questions about Shawn Nelson
What company does Shawn Nelson work for?
Shawn Nelson works for Cañada College
What is Shawn Nelson's role at the current company?
Shawn Nelson's current role is Digital Art and Animation Specialist.
What schools did Shawn Nelson attend?
Shawn Nelson attended University Of Southern California, Academy Of Art University, Cal Arts, Tamalpias, Uc Berkeley Extension.
Free Chrome Extension
Find emails, phones & company data instantly
Aero Online
Your AI prospecting assistant
Select data to include:
0 records × $0.02 per record
Download 750 million emails and 100 million phone numbers
Access emails and phone numbers of over 750 million business users. Instantly download verified profiles using 20+ filters, including location, job title, company, function, and industry.
Start your free trial