Summary
Creative professional working in design development and implementation. Primarily motion graphics, graphic design, 2D/3D animation and video editing/post-production. Tools of choice include the Adobe Creative Suite, Cinema 4D and other specialized software used for animation and design purposes. I have a background in the arts and experience collaborating with both working artists and industry professionals.
Skills
• Design Development / 3D Modeling
• Animation / Motion Graphics
• Video Editing / Post Production
• Sculptural Design / Fabrication
Experience
June 2021 - Present
Noble Neon | Graphic Design / Metal Fabrication | Seattle, WA | www.nobleneon.com | Contact: Lia Hall (lia@nobleneon.com)
Creating vector illustrations for the design and production of neon and led signs. Producing official submissions for city permit approvals. Providing metal fabrication services for aluminum and steel elements related to sign production.
October 2018 - April 2020
CHASING Underwater Drones | Video Specialist | Seattle, WA | www.chasing.com | Contact: Elliot Westwater (elliot.westwater@gmail.com)
Designed and produced visual marketing and support content for a variety of channels. This included video editing, graphic design and 3D animation. Established and managed the archival structure for storing and accessing all video and image content created by the team. Worked closely with marketing managers and outside teams to develop and create quality content in a timely manner.
January 2015 - Present
Buildy Co. | Freelance Video / Visual Design / Fabrication | Seattle, WA | Contacts: Gary Hill (garyhillstudio@gmail.com) Noble Neon (studio@nobleneon.com)
Managing projects independently as a designer and fabricator, working primarily in steel and aluminum fabrication. Clients include commercial contractors, professional artists and the general public. Hired on a variety of projects, from interior fixtures, to the development and construction of sculptural installations. I’ve worked closely with clients to provide design development and 3D renderings, as well as fabrication and installation services.
(Clients include: Artist Gary Hill, Architect Lydia Aldredge, NW Contour Building Co., Noble Neon, Artist Lisa Buchanan, Amplifier Art Foundation and more)
2010 - 2015
Montini Media | Freelance Video/Graphic Design | Seattle, WA | Contacts: Michael Dirks (Michael.Rivera-Dirks@microsoft.com) Magda Hill (magdalenah@allrecipes.com)
Freelance video editing, animation, graphic design and motion graphics production. Worked on a range of video and image content for web and television, as well as artistic installations and performances. Contracted by video production houses, marketing teams and independent artists.
(Clients include: Microsoft, Artist Gary Hill, Autel Robotics, Kieth Rivers Films, Gluten Free Studios, Artist Lois Shelton, All Recipes.com and more)
2011 - 2013
Blue Banyan Marketing Group | Visual Content Creator | Seattle, WA | Contact: Elliot Westwater (elliot.westwater@gmail.com)
Video, animation and motion graphics production. Worked with project managers and clients to develop and coordinate creative objectives. Managed output of deliverable assets, as well as the archiving of completed projects.
(Clients include: Microsoft, Compass Group and more)
2008 - 2011
911 Media Arts Center | Youth Instructor (Adobe After Effects) | Seattle, WA | Contact: Steve Vroom (steve@911media.org)
Designed curriculum and taught an introduction to Adobe After Effects for 11-13 year old students. Compiled and archived student work as a keepsake, as well as for the 911Media Arts Center archives.
2005 - 2007
Cornish College of the Arts | Sculpture Lab Technician | Seattle, WA
Oversaw safety and regulation requirements for the workshop. Assured tools and space were properly maintained. Aided fellow students in various processes/tools relating to their projects, from woodworking and metal, to mold-making and other sculptural mediums.
Education
Cornish College of the Arts | Seattle, WA | BFA | 2007
Emphasis: video, sculpture & printmaking