I am a SCAD Alumni, having received my Masters of Fine Arts in Visual Effects in the summer of 2020. My main focus within the world of 3D is character design, concept design, and visual development. Whether it is a character or creature, prop or vehicle, landscape or environment, I strive to create the best work possible. I have a huge passion for science fiction, comic book, horror, and kaiju movies all of which inspire me. I would describe myself as a creative, high-energy individual with a proven track record in achieving stretched goals. I possess a strong academic foundation and a diverse set of skills and experiences, which should prove to provide value to a creative and growth-oriented organization. Thank you for taking the time to visit my site!
Education:
SCAD, Savannah, GA
○ M.F.A. in Visual Effects (Spring 2018 – Summer 2020)
The University of Georgia, Athens GA
○ B.A. - Advertising (Fall 2012 – Spring 2015)
Auburn University, Auburn Alabama
○ Auburn Professional Flight Program (Fall 2010 – Spring 2012)
Professional Experience:
Spin VFX, Atlanta, GA
3D Modeling and Texture Artist – Full Time (January 2022 - Present)
Created organic and hard surface models and photo-realistic textures of subjects ranging from characters to creatures, vehicles, props, weapons, and environments on a variety of film and television productions.
High Voltage Software – A Keywords Studio, New Orleans, LA
Character Artist – Full Time (December 2020 – January 2022)
Created Fortnite characters, props, and weapons based on concept art/reference photos resulting in high resolution 3D sculpts and final low poly game assets made in co-development with Epic Games for the release of new seasons of the game
The Third Floor, Los Angeles, CA
Asset Builder/Pre Vis Modeler - Contract (Sept 2020 – Oct 2020)
Primary responsibilities were to model, texture, and rig assets quickly and accurately based on concept art provided by the client. Assets created were production-ready to be used by animators/shot creators later in the production pipeline.
Blue Sky Studios, Greenwich, CT
Mentee (June 2020 - August 2020)
During my mentorship with Blue Sky Studios, I met with artists of the company virtually twice a week for 10 weeks to learn and get feedback on different tools, techniques, and processes used at Blue Sky Studios in production.
2nd Chance Games & Visual Effects, Atlanta, GA
Lead 3D Scan Technician / Head of Marketing (September 2014 – January 2018)
As the Lead 3D Scan Technician at 2nd Chance Games, I was responsible for capturing the scan data and reference photography of actors and actresses as well as various assets for movie, television, video game, and commercial productions. After the scan data was captured, I worked to process and clean up the scans as well as texture the 3D assets as part of the production pipeline. Additionally, I led the marketing division of the company by communicating with potential clients and coordinating high profile jobs.
Achievements:
○ SCAD Academic Honor Graduate Scholarship
○ SCAD Achievement Graduate Scholarship
○ Music Business Certificate – University of Georgia
○ Private Pilot Certification with Instrument Rating
○ Eagle Scout
