Outgoing, imaginative, and detail-oriented creative with extensive experience in visual fine arts and animation. Adept at adapting to dynamic team environments and passionate about problem-solving through strong attention to craft. Combines traditional and digital art skills with collaborative animation experience and production-ready software capabilities across tools like Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, and Toon Boom Harmony, supporting both technical execution and creative storytelling.

Billy Tardif

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Outgoing, imaginative, and detail-oriented creative with extensive experience in visual fine arts and animation. Adept at adapting to dynamic team environments and passionate about problem-solving through strong attention to craft. Combines traditional and digital art skills with collaborative animation experience and production-ready software capabilities across tools like Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, and Toon Boom Harmony, supporting both technical execution and creative storytelling.

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Outgoing, imaginative, and detail-oriented creative with extensive experience in visual fine arts and animation. Adept at adapting to dynamic team environments and passionate about problem-solving through strong attention to craft.

Combines traditional and digital art skills with collaborative animation experience and production-ready software capabilities across tools like Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, and Toon Boom Harmony, supporting both technical execution and creative storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

IT Support Assistant at Gerald Rickard
January 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted with various tech issues as needed, including client-specific troubleshooting, and adjusted approach based on individual needs.
IT Helpdesk Specialist at Laguna College of Art and Design
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
Provided reliable technical support for a campus containing 13 computer labs. Resolved issues with animation software and camera setups, and maintained a catalog of equipment available for student checkout. Communicated effectively with local and remote teams.
Clinic Assistant / Customer Service Representative at VIP Petcare
March 1, 2016 - October 1, 2017
Delivered consistent, professional customer service across a multi-state client base; maintained detailed medical records; assisted veterinarians by administering vaccines, microchips, and blood tests for cats and dogs.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Traditional Animation at Laguna College of Art and Design
January 18, 2019 - May 1, 2024
Coursework in Visual Arts and Sciences at Santa Rosa Junior College
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
3-year Visual Fine Arts program; Advanced Placement in Visual Fine Arts at Santa Rosa High School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
5.0 AP Art Portfolio
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Traditional Animation at Laguna College of Art and Design
January 1, 2020 - May 20, 2024
Coursework in Visual Arts and Natural Sciences at Santa Rosa Junior College
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
3-year specialized program in Visual Fine Arts at ArtQuest at Santa Rosa High School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Healthcare