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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Greater Los Angeles Area

Responsible for creation and editing of CG characters derived from 3D scans of live models; scheduling, prepping and managing both clients and models throughout these processes; operating all aspects of the photogrammetry rig (over 150 cameras, etc).

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

The Scan Truck is a mobile photogrammetry studio that offers the most cutting edge technologies to deliver you the highest quality 3D assets for your Feature Films, VR Productions, Video Games, TV, Commercials and more. Our state of the art system features over 200 DSLR cameras to capture the uppermost, photorealistic models. In my position I helped with manning the rig on location and in studio. I also helped with quality assurance on projects and scans before final delivery to the clients.

Culver City, Ca, United States

Partnered with content team to create real-time VFX for Dragons: Flight Academy, an immersive VR flight simulator based on the How to Train Your Dragon film series. Generated animated sprites for immersive 3D environments including explosions, fire, and other environmental effects. Compiled and propagated VFX assets into production pipeline using Unity Timeline Editor. Worked with the Engineering team to perform quality assurance activities and report findings to program leads.

Santa Monica , Ca

Worked within the art department as a modeler and texture artist on [AR]T, a collaborative initiative that pushes the creative potential of augmented reality for Apple. I was tasked with creating cg and digital versions of physical art created by well known artist to be used in a AR "art museum". I was also tasked with working on an experimental VR project that was simulating digital humans. I was responsible for environment LODs using Unreal Engine.

Designed unique print materials specific to the real estate and investment market. Created advertisements, brochures and redesigned the company logo.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Scheduled Board of Directors meetings and assisted with meeting materials and agendas.Fieldedan average of 100 customer service calls per day.Served as a professional representative of the CEO to executive clients, investors and board members.

Hollywood, Ca

At this company I was a bit of a generalist. I modeled and textured props, I rigged all the characters, I created the hair and hair styles for most of the characters, I helped with the photogrammetry scanning of the live actors used in the project, and populated scenes with existing models.

San Diego

Tracked revenue, employees, and inventory on a daily basis to ensure the shopwas being run at optimal efficiency at all times. I was my responsibility to train all new hires on the essential elements of customer service, machine operation, and food safety guidelines.I setup and maintained vital relationships with various vendors and craftsmen. Orchestrated all social functions such as private parties, business meetings, formal events, and off-site promotional events. I Created a… Show more Tracked revenue, employees, and inventory on a daily basis to ensure the shopwas being run at optimal efficiency at all times. I was my responsibility to train all new hires on the essential elements of customer service, machine operation, and food safety guidelines.I setup and maintained vital relationships with various vendors and craftsmen. Orchestrated all social functions such as private parties, business meetings, formal events, and off-site promotional events. I Created a friendly and welcoming rapport with customers to increase returnbusiness. Show less

Greater San Diego Area

Managed teams of four to twelve professionals. Achieved increases in profits, customer satisfaction and employee moral by leading with a strong, positive work ethic. Awarded for consistently reaching and exceeding sales goals, time management and problem solving.

San Diego

Identified, developed and evaluated marketing strategies based on knowledge of company objectives and market trends. Developed numerous marketing strategies and campaigns each month. Collaborated with advertising and promotion managers to promote products and services. Completed strategic competitive analysis by assessing strengths and weaknesses of competitors. Implemented and evolved high-impact strategies to target new business opportunities and new markets. Managed the in-house advertising… Show more Identified, developed and evaluated marketing strategies based on knowledge of company objectives and market trends. Developed numerous marketing strategies and campaigns each month. Collaborated with advertising and promotion managers to promote products and services. Completed strategic competitive analysis by assessing strengths and weaknesses of competitors. Implemented and evolved high-impact strategies to target new business opportunities and new markets. Managed the in-house advertising program consisting of print and media collateral pieces. Show less

San Diego

Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units in water survival and physical fitness. Received and implemented search and rescue orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive and retrograde operations. Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments.

Digital Production, Game Design

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Media Art And Animation