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Trained in Transportation Design at Art Center , I began my training at their main competitor in Detroit, at CCS. I have worked in Entertainment Design as Art Director , Conceptual Designer , Design Director , and Creative Director. I work both in Theatrical and Corporate Advertising , and Themed Environment Design for Retail as well as Theme Parks as well as Experiential and Pop Ups. I have worked as a Designer, and at a Director Level for over two decades.Most recently for General Motors I was the In Vehicle Design Manager, Asset Creation, Immersive Technology providing 3D HMI assets for consumption in Software and Services. I also run a Design Studio part time out of my home in Littleton, CO. I have ran teams as large as 100, on an international level , and as small as just a few. Art Center gave me the formal training in Industrial Design to execute my dimensional designs and use my advanced surfacing training. In addition to my Formal Training, I work in Digital 3D Design, 3D Modeling, 3D Illustration and 3D Animation utilizing top 3D Software 3DSmax , Maya, and Unreal Engine 4+5, with a variety of GI rendering suites from V-Ray to Final Render. Adobe Suite as well as Nuke for compositing as far as 2D tools, as well as Procedural Textures.These skills have brought me into the 3D Printing world, with Themed Entertainment Design, Product Design and Prototyping, Jewelry Design, and Vintage Automotive recreation utilizing 3D printing.I have worked on TV Commercial Set Design, 2D Animation for TV Series, Restaurant Design and Illustration, Real Time 3D Interactive Gaming, Online 3D Web interface, CD ROM Magazine Design, and Theme Park Attraction Design. I have participated in Theatrical Advertising in Print, Web, and Motion Graphics for Films and Television properties, as well as with Corporate Advertising in the same capacity. I have 3D Printing experience for one-off work and customs as well as prototyping and production, and brought product to market incorporating 3DP.I have experience starting up both 2D, and 3D design departments from the ground up, as well as moving into existing studios.Specialties:29 Yrs in 3DS max current to 3DSmax-2013 w/ Final Render SE 3.532 Years in Photoshop33+ Years as a conceptual designer.20+ Years Art Directing Teams of Designers.10+ Years 3D printing Design.3 years in Maya 2018.6 [ Specific for GM work]2 year in Nuke [ Specific for GM work]2 year is Unreal Engine 4 [ Specific for GM work]
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Passionate working Designer/Leader Team Building for 2D+3D, Industrial Design, Theatrical+Corporate Advertising, HMI, UI, AR, VR, Web, CGI, Film, Print, Home Entertainment, with both traditional and digital skill sets.
Thom Schillinger Work Experience Details
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Sole Proprietor Self Employed3D Conceptual Designer Jan 1992 - PresentMy home based Design Studio has served my clients since graduation at ACCD in 1991 from the coveted Transportation Design Program within the Industrial Design Department. I am back full time as a Sole Proprietor and have clients in Theatrical Advertising, Video Game Design, Web Design, Interactive Media, Set Design, Restaurant Design, Theme Park Design, Automotive Design, Product Design, and manufacturing. I am a one man show with the ability to expand.
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Freelance 3D DesignerThe Arterie Feb 2016 - PresentI do 3D design and 3D Illustration for Key Art Theatrical, and Home Entertainment projects, on a project by project basis, remotely from my studio in Colorado.
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Freelance 3D Designer-3D IllustratorCarnival Studio May 2014 - PresentI do 3D Illustration for Film Posters and Live entertainment for this agency from Australia, on a project by project basis.https://www.carnivalstudio.com.au/
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Freelance 3D ModelerDeva Studios Oct 2010 - PresentSanta Monica, Ca, UsI build out 3D assets in 3DS max and export to FBX, and OBJ, for both C4D and Maya work flows. -
Freelance 3D IllustratorCold Open Feb 2010 - PresentVenice, Ca, UsI do 3D illustration work for Theatrical Advertising, as well as Cable television properties on a freelance basis since 2010 up thru the current year work. Love working with them. -
In Vehicle Design Manager, Asset Creation, Immersive TechnologyGeneral Motors Jul 2024 - Nov 2024Detroit, Michigan, UsThe 3D Visualization team moved out of Software and Services over into Global Design July 2024. We took most of the 3D team over. We continued to create visuals for in vehicle HMI UI for all GM programs, only now with the help and assistance from inside Global Design Manufacturing, which has a long history with 3D and CAD technology. As part of GM's reorganization for efficiencies, My role was to continue to oversee the 3D visualization team with our Tech & Tools as well as Data Prep Sub Groups while continuing to grow the 3D business within GM. Was laid off in NOV 2024 in staff reduction. -
Design Group Manager- 3D And Motion- Ultifi DesignGeneral Motors Dec 2021 - Jul 2024Detroit, Michigan, UsAfter starting as a Sr. 3D Visualization Artist at GM, I was encouraged to apply for the Design Group Manager for the team. I now run the 3D visualization team for Ultifi Design for the HMI in vehicle work since DEC 2021. If there is a 3D Image in any GM product on screen, most likely our team had a hand in this work. My years in 3D Illustration and Team management both are utilized as well as my love for all things automotive as a Transportation design graduate.
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Senior 3D Visualization Artist- Ultifi DesignGeneral Motors Jan 2021 - Dec 2021Detroit, Michigan, UsAs a Sr. 3D Visualization Artist for In Vehicle Visualization, I was part of the 3D team and was responsible for creating 3D assets in the form of 3D Illustrations, 3D Animations, and 3D Models including prep for real time engines in the product. We would pull math from Team-center, prep it for production, and materialize , light and render.
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Freelance 3D IllustratorArt Machine Nov 2010 - Feb 2023Hollywood, Ca, UsI provided 3D Illustration services to the Print Department on a freelance basis. Worked on Green Lantern Theatrical Print and most recently Epic Land 3D Logos for Universal Studios Florida. -
Freelance 3D IllustratorLeroy & Rose Dec 2013 - Nov 2022I did freelance 3D Design work and 3D Illustrations for Leroy and Rose for nearly a decade on Theatrical Advertising collateral.
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Freelance 3D Designer-3D IllustratorFox (Film, Tv And Sports) Sep 2017 - Dec 2020New York, Ny, UsI did 3D Design and 3D Illustration work on a project by project basis for One Sheet Posters and Billboards. -
Freelance 3D Conceptual DesignerBond May 2013 - Feb 2020I dis 3D Conceptual Design work for the Print Division at Bond for Theatrical Advertising clients.http://www.wearebond.com/
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Contractor 3D Designer/IllustratorWalt Disney Imagineering Oct 2010 - Jan 2019Glendale, California, UsI was back in a freelance contract work capacity for Imagineering as a 3D Designer and 3D Illustrator for a variety if parks including Disneyland in Shanghai China,, as well as Anaheim work in park for on location restaurant utilizing 3D printing for Tiki assets used. -
Freelance 3D DesignerArsonal Design Feb 2016 - Oct 2018Culver City, Ca, UsI did 3D illustration work for Key Art projects, on a project by project basis from my studio in Colorado. -
Freelance 3D ModelerMachine Films Inc. Sep 2013 - Sep 2018I did 3D modeling sub-contract work for Dean Fowler providing Subdivision 3D assets.http://www.machinefilms.com/
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Freelance 3D DesignerLassociates Apr 2015 - Jul 2018I did freelance 3D illustration and 3D Design for Key Art Presentations for this Theatrical Advertising agency on a project by project basis for 4 years.
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Freelance 3D Conceptual DesignerWorksla Mar 2013 - Jun 2018I provided 3D Illustrations for Key Art for the Print Department on Theatrical Advertising Key Art.
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Freelance 3D Designer/ Modeler/ IllustratorCreate Advertising Group Dec 2017 - 2018Los Angeles, California, UsI provide 3D Modeling and Design work for Theatrical Advertising on a freelance basis. -
Freelance 3D Designer, 3D Animator, And Conceptual DesignerCurious Circus Jan 2012 - Dec 2017I did 3D modeling, 3D Design, 3D Animation, and Conceptual Design work on a freelance basis from my remote studio for various projects from Apps, to Advertising as well as Children's book 3D Illustrations. I have had working relationship with the owner since 2002. -
Freelance 3D DesignerFee/Hedrick Entertainment Jan 2016 - Dec 2016I did Freelance Job to Job 3D design and 3D Illustration, for various Live entertainment Productions to advertising assets.
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Freelance 2D And 3D Illustrator And ModelerSotto Studios Jan 2010 - Feb 2016Having worked with Eddie Sotto while at Walt Disney Imagineering in the past, I did freelance Conceptual Designing and 3D Illustration work for his Thematic Design Studio. Dream Projects!
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Freelance 3D DesignerBuster Design Dec 2012 - Dec 2015I did 3D Design on a freelance basis for this client remotely from my in-home design studio for Neville Burtis.
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Freelance 3D Designer/IllustratorMidnight Oil Creative Jul 2011 - Oct 2015Burbank, Ca, UsI provide 3D Illustration, 3D-Modeling, and 3D Animation Service as needed for a variety of Theatrical and Cable properties for Key Art collateral. -
Freelance 3D Modeler.Creativex Jul 2015 - Sep 2015Freelance client that I did 3D Model creation for 3D animation for TV spots of a job by job basis.
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Freelance 3D IllustratorNomadic Jan 2010 - Jun 2015Phoenix, Az, UsI provided 3D Illustration and 3D Modeling services for them on a freelance basis for various Theatrical Entertainment, Theme Park and Online work. -
Freelance 3D Designer/IllustratorIgnition Print Llc Jul 2011 - May 2015Santa Monica, California, UsI did 3D Design and Illustrations on a freelance basis for various projects for Theatrical Print, as well as the Video Game division. -
Freelance 3D Concept Artist-Contractor...And Company Feb 2015 - Apr 2015Los Angeles, Ca, UsI did 3D Design and 3D Illustration for various Entertainment properties for them on a project by project basis. -
Freelance 3D Graphic DesignerTriton Metals, Inc. Nov 2014 - Jan 2015On a freelance project basis, I develop new 3D Graphics for Corporate Identity and advertising applications. -
Freelance 3D DesignerEclipse Apr 2014 - Jan 2015Burbank, Ca, UsI did 3D Design and 3D Illustration for various projects on a freelance project by project basis. -
Freelance 3D ModelerThomas Juul-Hansen, Llc May 2014 - Dec 2014I built custom 3D models in all subdivision-surface Quads for 3D architectural visualizations at multiple solution. All furnishing were based on real auction house pieces that I made digital clones of for client purchase in the interior design work from the Architect.
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Freelance 3D DesignerAmerica Food Truck Group, Llc Jan 2014 - Dec 2014I helped with 3D Visualization in the Food Truck Industry on a freelance basis on both interior and exterior applications for their many exclusive Food Truck clients in the growing market and industry.
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Freelance 3D IllustrationRev Creative Apr 2014 - Jun 2014I did 3D Illustration for them on a project by project basis.
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Freelance Conceptual Designer And 3D Designer.Laundry Design Llc Apr 2014 - May 2014Los Angeles, Ca, UsI did freelance 2D Conceptual design, and 3D Conceptual design, as well as and 3D Modeling work on a project by project basis for VFX 3D Modeling assets for television spots. -
Freelance 3D Printing ModelerChurchequipped.Com Jan 2014 - Apr 2014I created 3D Printing assets for Coby Gewertz in STL [stereo lithography] format for manufacture via 3D printing technology for the Hot Rod and Custom Car cultural Iconic company using 3DSmax
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Freelance 2D And 3D Illustrator And ModelerGreenhausgfx Feb 2010 - Apr 2014I provided 2D and 3D Illustrations, and 3D Modeling services for MGFX work to the company on a freelance basis.
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Freelance 3D Conceptual DesignerDc Entertainment Nov 2011 - Feb 2014Burbank, California, UsI did freelance 3D Illustration and Conceptual Design for the Marketing In-House Art Department. I developed 3D Logos for DC Universe properties.[ Shazam etc. ] -
Freelance 3D Conceptual DesignerGravillis Inc Sep 2012 - Nov 2013I did 3D Illustration and 3D Design for their Print work in Theatrical Advertising for about a year freelance.
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Freelance 3D Illustrator And AnimatorThe Cimarron Group Oct 2009 - Aug 2013After being in-house for 6 years, I continued doing 3D Illustration, and animation work for the Print and Home Entertainment departments on a freelance basis until they shut down the Summer of 2013.
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3D Design DirectorThe Cimarron Group Nov 2003 - Oct 2009Ground up I built an in-house 3D Design Department established to provide design services as follows: 3D modeling, 3D illustration, and 3D animation. The Dept was primarily for the Theatrical Advertising world, but also included standard Advertising clients, with Lotus Cars, Coke, Universal Studios, Countrywide Banks, Honda Motor Cars, Mitsubishi Motors, Hyundai and many more.
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Freelance 3D Illustrator And 3D Designer.The Aim Agency Dec 2010 - Apr 2013I did freelance 3D Illustration and Designer for Advertising pitches for the company remotely from my studio for Spanish speaking Media, as well as EV-go Trade show design work and other renewable clients.
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Freelance 3D Conceptual DesignerThe Refinery Creative Jan 2013 - Mar 2013Sherman Oaks, Ca, UsI did freelance 3D Design, Modeling, and Illustration work for theatrical advertising on an hourly bid framework an a job by job basis. -
Freelance 3D Modeler, Designer9K9 Dec 2012 - Feb 2013Sylmar, California, UsI did freelance 3D model creation for various advertising campaigns on an hourly job by job basis. -
Freelance 3D Illustrator And Conceptual DesignerRhythm & Hues Nov 2009 - Feb 2013Los Angeles, Ca, UsI provided 3D Illustration and 2D Conceptual Design services on a freelance basis to R-n-H over a few decades. I had my first job back in 1991 with R-n-H, a great client, very sad to see them file CH11. I worked on Dora the Explorer and the remake of Red Dawn doing Concept Design Art. -
Product Designer And Graphic DesignerSure Grip International Mar 2010 - Dec 2012As a Quad Speed Skater myself, I helped develop new products for the largest US skate manufacturer, as well as designing graphics and packaging assets for the products designed on a freelance basis. The Avenger Plate was my first quad speed plate to make it manufacturing and use in Roller Derby and session. Developed with 3D Printing tech.
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Freelance 3D Illustrator And Conceptual DesignerMojohouse Aug 2010 - May 2012I provided them with 3D Illustration work for Theatrical Advertising Key Art on a freelance basis. I worked on Battleship, Sucker Punch [ I got the Logo finish ], as well as R,I,P,D, Key Art Logos and full 3D Illustrations.
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Freelance 3D ModelerDigital Kitchen Jun 2011 - Aug 2011Culver City, California, UsI did freelance 3D Polygonal Sub-D modeling for requested projects for the Motion Graphics and VFX teams the Summer of 2011 fro them. -
Freelance 3D Designer And AnimatorWhite Spark Creative Jan 2011 - Jun 2011I did freelance 3D Design, Illustration, and Animation for White Spark Creative remotely from my Studio for main title design and 3D Animation for My Babysitters a Vampire.
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Freelance 3D Illustrator And ModelerBpg The Big Idea Advertising Oct 2009 - Nov 2010Business Bay, Dubai, AeI provided them with 3D models, consultation and 3D Illustration services for the Print and AV departments within the company on a freelance basis. -
Freelance 3D Illustrator And AnimatorRocketxl Sep 2010 - Oct 2010I provided 3D illustration and 3D Animation work for them on a freelance basis for online advertising work.
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Freelance 3D IllustratorBlt & Associates May 2010 - Jun 2010Los Angeles, Ca, UsAfter setting up a 3D department back in 2003, I did freelance 3D illustration for them again. -
Freelance 3D Illustrator And Conceptual DesignerMenagerie Creative Oct 2009 - Jun 2010UsI worked with the founder and owner, Cheryl over at The Cimarron Group, and was hired for a few freelance based 3D Illustration and Animation projects. -
Freelance 2D And 3D Illustrator And ModelerToy Box Entertainment Jan 2010 - May 2010Burbank, Ca, UsI worked with Roland Mesa over at The Cimarron Group for years prior, and I provided freelance 2D and 3D design services for Theatrical AV and Motion Graphics. -
3D Conceptual Designer/ 3D Design DirectorBlt & Associates Jun 2001 - Oct 2003Los Angeles, Ca, UsSet up and established the 3D Design Department for both AV and Print Divisions.I helped introduce Theatrical Advertising team to the use of 3D illustration on a grand scale for Both print and AV motion campaigns beyond just a 3D Logo which is what they knew when I started. I worked on hundreds of Theatrical Print films with dozens of finishes.
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Freelance Creative DirectorCyan Worlds, Inc. Jan 2001 - Apr 2001Mead, Wa, UsFreelance design director and conceptual designer for URU online Myst project. Worked half of the time in Los Angeles and Half of the time in Spokane WA. designing worlds and helping lead art direction for development stages of project. -
3D Art DirectorLaunch Media Inc. Oct 1999 - Jan 2001Redesigned virtual "Launch" city with 12 locations and Art Directed team of 5 for established CD-zine, a CD ROM monthly publication that ran for over 44 months. Created virtual sets and composited band interviews and performances into 3D environmentsBought by Yahoo Music in 2002.
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Lead Show DesignerWalt Disney Imagineering Apr 1998 - Oct 1999Glendale, California, UsMoved over from Disney Interactive and worked on 4 different parks on various attractions over thealmost two year period.I designed an E- Ticket attraction for Paris and helped visualize the Second Gate on Paris as well. I also worked on the Innoventions Tomorrow land redo in Anaheim and the Millennium Village attraction at Epcot Florida for the Y2K exhibit.
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Show DesignerLandmark Entertainment Group 1996 - 1998As Show Designer, I assisted the Chief Show Designer in the various pieces in the attraction projects from small details to large problem solving. I did both 2D sketching, as well as 3D Mock-Ups of the designs. I also would take the artwork to final if needed for the actual attraction as well.
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3D Art DirectorDisney Interactive Aug 1996 - Aug 1997After a 3 month freelance situation I was offered 3D Art Director for the Virtual Magic Kingdom project where we built Disneyland as a 3D virtual world with 2D characters taking over the park. I helped to oversee the in house teams as well as 2D animation developer Karen Johnson Productions out of Racine WI for our 2D animation needs. Team size was about 59 artists in house at the peak, and I produced schedule and systems for production along with Art Direction and design duties.
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Conceptual Designer/ Set DesignerDesign Setters Jan 1992 - Aug 1997My first job was with Design Setters on the Mazda MX-6 US Launch partnered with Rhythm and Hues studio. I did concept design for the 3D CGI, Concept art for the miniature city, and drafting for the sets.I also worked on various set design for Suntory Brandy, and a variety of TV Commercials set work.
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Lead Show Designer/Conceptual Designer MibUniversal Creative 1996 - 1997I was the chief show design concept artist for the Florida Men in Black Attraction finale. I also designed out eh Universal Studios Rose Parade float that year.
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Creative DirectorZen Entertainment Oct 1995 - Mar 1996Helped set up American counterpart studio to Sei-Young Anitel Animation Studio out of Seoul Korea with principal partner J. J. Cho in Santa Monica CA. We specialized in 3D Design and animation for new media, video games , and the emerging CG world.
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Art Director Conceptual DesignerLuminous Media Inc. Feb 1995 - Oct 1995Helps start a ground up Software Design Development Studio with John R. Thomas whom I previously worked on Restaurant Design with in Beverly Hills on Cafe Morpheus and the Asylum on 182 N. Robertson. Developed Real-Time 3D game concepts with a studio staff of 10.
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Art Director Conceptual DesignerHearst Animation Apr 1993 - Feb 1995Helped Conceptualize the look of the Phantom 2040 TV animated series and stayed on to Art Direct all 52 episodes. I also helped develop the look of The New Adventures of Flash Gordon and was able to bring in my friend Nick Pugh to design all characters for the series.
Thom Schillinger Education Details
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Artcenter College Of DesignId:Transportation Design -
College For Creative StudiesTransportation Design
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The Art InstitutesDesign
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