Matt Sheridan Email & Phone Number

Reno, Nv

Artist III2009-PresentDesign of game logos & identity, characters, symbols, symbol animations, logo animations, transition animations, player interfaces, lighting effects, and special projects as needed. Work on Slot, Poker, Keno and Bingo product lines. Work closely with technical artists and game engineers throughout the game development process, from initial concept to release. Use of Alienbrain and Perforce software for asset management. Use of Aurora, a proprietary software tool developed in-house to create and synchronize lighting sequences across multiple LEDs in IGT’s newest game cabinets. Artist II2007-2009Design of game logos & identity, characters, symbols, symbol animations, logo animations, transition animations, player interfaces, and special projects as needed. Worked on Slot and Bingo product lines. Worked closely with technical artists and game engineers throughout the game development process, from initial concept to release. Use of Alienbrain software for asset management.

Reno, Nv

Sole graphic designer working within the Marketing and Communications department to design/layout a variety of printed materials for internal and external clients: several monthly newsletters, brochures, annual reviews, event invitations, restaurant menus, signage, magazine ads, and special projects as needed. Wrote up print specs, handled prepress file preparation, and sent projects out to bid. Worked closely with vendors to ensure quality. Assisted in the task of transitioning the hospital network into their new brand identity by helping to coordinate the replacement and redesign of all materials with the old logo.

Las Vegas, Nv

Design/layout of various printed materials for world-class resort destinations (MGM Grand, Bellagio, Mirage, Treasure Island/TI): event invitations, promotional mailers, restaurant and bar menus, signage, magazine ads, entertainment newsletters. Designed logos and created illustrations for special event advertising. Wrote up print specs and handled prepress file preparation. Worked closely with production staff and vendors to ensure quality. Use of FileMaker database software for job tracking and cataloging.

Bfa, Graphic Design

Pre-Architecture Program