Intermediate and Advanced Animation instructor for 2d and 3d animation majors. Toon Boom Harmony and Maya instructor.

Working remotely as 3d animator/supervisor in maya I have collaborated with international artists in multiple locations worldwide on a variety of projects. I recently finished supervising a team of Tau Films animators on two high profile Chinese features, including highly successful Mandarin Language Feature 'Crazy Alien' which grossed over $350 million in China alone.In 2017 I completed animation alone on a Wild Aid conservation spot with Jackie Chan training digital Kung Fu Pangolins. It was very well received internationally and featured on the BBC and in articles in The Economist magazine.

Working with a translator I conducted a three month training program to prepare the Japanese animators at Marza to work on an English language feature film for International release. With my guidance they enhanced their understanding of performance in feature animation and also acquired extensive knowledge of quadruped locomotion and animal behavior. I also worked closely with the director and animation supervisor to help the animators develop the style and behavior of the main characters for several promotional spots they were producing in advance of the film.

I developed and conducted intensive training programs for entry level animators at the Asia facilities for Rhythm & Hues. With my production experience as a lead animator and supervisor I was able to effectively prepare new hires for working in the production environment. As part of the education department I collaborated with the animation department to develop extensive online content so learning could be asynchronous across time zones. I managed schedules, conducted evaluations, and communicated via video conference with managers,supervisors and coordinators to develop, improve and deploy the nine month curriculum. In the online classroom I instructed and demonstrated techniques on proprietary software as well as running dailies remotely via video conference.

Alvin and the ChipmunksThe Mummy (Tomb of the dragon Emperor)I guided team members artistically to to fulfill client/director requests and needs and communicated across departments to resolve technical issues and challenges.I also managed deadlines and client expectations as well as communicating with producers and managers to ensure quality work was delivered to clients to meet budgets and deadlines.

The Golden CompassI was part of the research and development phase of the project and as a lead animator I assisted the Supervisor and Animation Director with developing rigs and refining the animation aesthetic and techniques for the project. I focused on developing wing controls for the birds and refining and developing facial controls for many of the characters. The Golden Compass went on win the Visual FX Oscar the following year.

The Lion the Witch and the WardrobeNight at the MuseumGarfieldScooby DooMen in Black 2I was responsible for creating appealing and engaging performances in computer generated characters and creatures.Delivered finished animation with guidance from supervisors directors and clients. Generated feedback on proprietary software and tools to increase efficiency within the department.

Futurama

The Iron GiantOsmosis Jones