Objective

           To obtain a challenging position as a digital artist within a visual effects or

           broadcast design studio utilizing my skills in compositing and lighting, and allowing

           me to demonstrate my dedication and leadership.

    Education

            Savannah College of Art and Design: Savannah , GA    Graduated June 2007

            B.F.A. in Visual Effects and B.FA. in Broadcast Design

            GPA 4.0/4.0   summa cum laude

    Software Skills

            Experience                                 Familiar                                      Platforms

                 Autodesk Maya                          Side Effects Houdini                  Linux

                 Apple Shake                               Apple Final Cut Pro                   OS X

                 Adobe After Effects                   Pro Tools                                   Windows

                 Adobe CS2                                 Icy (Proprietary)

                 Dreamweaver                             Light House (Proprietary)

    Professional Skills

            • Experience with complex multi-pass rendering.

            • Capable of cohesively blending elements with a strong eye for color

              and attention to detail.

            • Leadership qualities allowing me to mentor fellow students through

              motivational tactics and persistence.

           • Develop strong work and the aptitude to work independently and in a team environment.

    Work Experience

                 Rhythm and Hues Studios         Los Angeles , CA        July 2007 - Present

     • Junior Lighting TD : Scene Lighter on Alvin and the Chipmunks.

     • Developed a strong sense of color and experience in working with on a
                        film production.

                Rhythm and Hues Studios         Los Angeles , CA        June 2007

     • Lighting Apprentice : Received knowledge and experience about lighting from

      industry professionals.

     • Interacted with Rhythm supervisors and employees on a simulated production.

                Impression - Creative Branding Solutions     Annandale , VA   2006-Present

     • Art Director: Creating brand identities for businesses throughout the area.

     • Play a pivotal role in the design, development, and execution of projects.

     • Have experience in dealing with clients and the decisions that affect the

       future of the company.

Huntleigh Skycap Services                          Manchester , NH             2001-2005

     • Checked and tagged luggage for the airlines making sure customers were

        satisfied with the service.

     • Accommodated disabled customers with luggage and other issues before

        take off and landing.

      Achievements and Activities

               • SCAD Valedictorian Semi Finalist (2007)

• Dean’s List (Fall 2003 – Spring 2007)

• 2007 National Student ADDY Awards:

                        Gold in Element of Advertising: Animation

                        Silver in Television / Cinema Commercial

• 2007 Regional and District Student ADDY, and SCADDY Awards (9 Total): 

                        Best in Show

                        Gold in Television / Cinema Commercial

                        Gold in Element of Advertising: Animation

• Honorable Mention in Adobe Design Achievement Award:

  Motion Graphics (2007)

• AIGA SEED Awards 2007 - Best in Broadcast for Prius

• National Student Advertising Competition – Logo Animation:
                  Regional First Place (2007)

• Commercial Ad Competition for the Savannah Music Festival :

   Third Place winner (2005)

• Member of Student Clubs : Digital Media Club (1 year), Student

   Ambassadors (3 years), National Residence Hall Honorary (2 years)  

    Interests

• Riding a motorcycle

• Playing intramural soccer and flag football

• Reading action adventure books by author Dan Brown