Jack LaMarca

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School, Newnan, Georgia
August 1, 2023 - Present
Serving as Head of High School Art Department and Sponsor of the Heritage Art Club. Responsible for teaching various art classes including 2D and 3D art, illustration, drawing and painting, photography, AP 2D and AP photography, sculpture, and textiles. Created and executed lesson plans while maintaining a fun and creative environment for classes of up to 25 students.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography, Atlanta, Georgia
May 1, 2017 - Present
Large scale holiday photographer responsible for editing, printing, and delivering final products. Also involved in marketing animations and VFX for company promotion.
VFX Video Editor at Look-Listen, Atlanta, Georgia
August 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025
Worked on project-based video editing, special effects, and design using Unreal Engine 4/5, Autodesk Maya and MotionBuilder, Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, Adobe Premiere Pro, and other industry-standard software. Involved in storyboarding, motion capture, and animation production.
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts, New York City, New York
August 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Directed thesis including storyboarding using Storyboard Pro and Procreate. Executed 2D and 3D animation work using Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate.
Web Master at WSCA Radio, New York City, New York
May 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Provided web and graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers.
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group, New York City, New York
May 1, 2021 - August 28, 2025
Worked as liaison between management and artists to manage website content effectively.
Animator / Storyboard / VFX at ShareWik Media Group, New York City, New York
May 1, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Involved in end-to-end animation project development from conceptualization to final product presentation to clients, with focus on animation and storyboarding.
Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Head of the High School art Department; Sponsor of the Heritage Art Club. Taught 2D/3D art, Illustration, Drawing and Painting, Photography, Advanced Placement 2D and AP Photography, Sculpture, and Textiles. Created and executed lesson plans for classes up to 25 students, maintaining a fun and creative environment.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography
May 1, 2017 - Present
Large scale holiday photographer. Edit, print, and deliver final product; Marketing animation and VFX for company promotion.
VFX Video Editor at Look -Listen
August 31, 2023 - September 8, 2025
Unreal Engine 4/5, Autodesk Maya and MotionBuilder, Adobe After Effects – Cinema 4D, Adobe Premiere Pro, All Adobe Suite including Photoshop and Illustrator, Procreate. Storyboarding, Motion Capture, Toon Boom Harmony, Python.
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Thesis storyboard using Storyboard Pro and Procreate; Executed 2-D/3-D animation using Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate.
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Provided web/graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers.
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Liaison between management and artists; managed website content and related assets.
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2019 - September 8, 2025
End-to-end involvement in animation projects from conceptualization to final client presentation; focused on animation and storyboarding.
Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Head of High School Art Department; Sponsor of the Heritage Art Club. Classes include: 2D and 3D art, Illustration, Drawing and Painting, Photography, Advanced Placement 2D and Advanced Placement Photography, Sculpture, and Textiles. Worked to create and execute lesson plans while maintaining a fun and creative working environment for class sizes up to 25 students.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography
May 1, 2017 - Present
Large scale holiday photographer. Edit, print, and delivery of final product; Marketing animation and VFX for company promotion
VFX Video Editor at Look-Listen
August 31, 2023 - September 8, 2025
Unreal Engine 4/5; Autodesk – Maya and MotionBuilder; Adobe After Effects – Cinema 4D; Adobe Premiere Pro; All Adobe Suite Including Photoshop and Illustrator; Procreate; Storyboarding; Motion Capture; Toon Boom Harmony; Python; Wacom, Canon, Nikon, and Sony Camera
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Thesis storyboard using Storyboard Pro and Procreate; Executed 2-D/3-D animation using a variety of animation software including Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Provided web/graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Liaison between management and artists; managed website content and related materials
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2019 - September 8, 2025
Involved in animation projects end-to-end development from initial conceptualization to final product presentation to clients; Focused on animation and storyboarding
Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Head of High School art Department; Sponsor of the Heritage Art Club. Classes include: 2D and 3D art, Illustration, Drawing and Painting, Photography, Advanced Placement 2D and Advanced Placement Photography, Sculpture, and Textiles. Worked to create and execute lesson plans while maintaining a fun and creative working environment for class sizes of up to 25 students.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography
May 1, 2017 - Present
Large scale holiday photographer. Edit, print, and delivery of final product; Marketing animation and VFX for company promotion.
VFX Video Editor at Look-Listen
August 31, 2023 - September 8, 2025
Unreal Engine 4/5; Autodesk – Maya and MotionBuilder; Adobe After Effects – Cinema 4D; Adobe Premiere Pro; All Adobe Suite including Photoshop and Illustrator; Procreate; Storyboarding Pro; Motion Capture; Toon Boom Harmony; Python; Wacom, Canon, Nikon, and Sony Camera.
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Thesis storyboard using Storyboard Pro and Procreate; Executed 2-D/3-D animation using a variety of animation software including, Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate.
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Provided web/graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers.
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Liaison between management and artists.
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2019 - September 8, 2025
Involved in animation projects end-to-end development from initial conceptualization to final product presentation to clients; Focused on animation and storyboarding.
Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Head of High School art Department; Sponsor of the Heritage Art Club. Classes include: 2D and 3D art, Illustration, Drawing and Painting, Photography, Advanced Placement 2D and AP Photography, Sculpture, and Textiles. Worked to create and execute lesson plans while maintaining a fun and creative environment for class sizes of up to 25 students.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography
May 1, 2017 - Present
Large scale holiday photographer. Edit, print, and delivery of final product; Marketing animation and VFX for company promotion.
VFX Video Editor at Look -Listen
August 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Unreal Engine 4/5, Autodesk Maya and MotionBuilder, Adobe After Effects – Cinema 4D, Adobe Premiere Pro, All Adobe Suite including Photoshop and Illustrator, Procreate. Storyboarding, Motion Capture, Toon Boom Harmony, Python, Wacom, Canon, Nikon, and Sony cameras.
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Thesis storyboard using Storyboard Pro and Procreate; Executed 2D/3D animation using a variety of software including Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate.
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Provided web/graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers.
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2021 - September 9, 2025
Liaison between management and artists; managed website content.
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025
End-to-end involvement in animation projects from initial conceptualization to final product presentation to clients; focused on animation and storyboarding.
Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Head of High School Art Department; Sponsor of the Heritage Art Club. Classes include: 2D and 3D art, Illustration, Drawing and Painting, Photography, Advanced Placement 2D and Advanced Placement Photography, Sculpture, and Textiles. Developed and executed lesson plans and maintained a fun and creative learning environment for class sizes up to 25 students.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography
May 1, 2017 - Present
Large scale holiday photographer. Edit, print, and deliver final product. Marketing animation and VFX for company promotion.
VFX Video Editor at Look-Listen
August 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Unreal Engine 4/5, Autodesk Maya and MotionBuilder, Adobe After Effects – Cinema 4D; Adobe Premiere Pro; All Adobe Suite including Photoshop and Illustrator; Procreate; Storyboarding; Motion Capture; Toon Boom Harmony.
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Thesis storyboard using Storyboard Pro and Procreate. Executed 2-D/3-D animation using a variety of animation software including Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate.
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Provided web/graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers.
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2021 - September 9, 2025
Liaison between management and artists; oversaw website content development and updates.
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025
End-to-end involvement in animation projects from initial concept through final client presentation; focused on animation and storyboarding.
Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Head of the High School Art Department and sponsor of the Heritage Art Club. Teach 2D and 3D art, Illustration, Drawing and Painting, Photography, AP 2D and AP Photography, Sculpture, and Textiles. Develops and executes engaging lesson plans for class sizes up to 25 students, fostering a fun yet creative learning environment and delivering diverse, hands-on projects.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography
May 1, 2017 - Present
Professional photographer specializing in large-scale holiday shoots. Responsible for photo editing, printing, and delivery of final products, with involvement in marketing animation and VFX for company promotions.
VFX Video Editor at Look-Listen
August 31, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Edited and produced VFX video content using Unreal Engine 4/5, Maya, MotionBuilder, After Effects, Cinema 4D, Premiere Pro, and full Adobe Suite. Created storyboards, motion capture workflows, and promotional materials; utilized Toon Boom Harmony and Python scripting; supported on-set and post production workflows with various cameras.
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Directed thesis projects, created storyboard workflows with Storyboard Pro and Procreate, and produced 2D/3D animation using Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate.
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Provided web and graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers, maintaining online presence and related digital assets.
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2021 - September 9, 2025
Liaison between management and artists, managing website content and coordinating digital assets and communications for clients.
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025
Involved in end-to-end animation projects from conceptualization to final client presentation, focusing on animation, storyboard development, and visual effects.
Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Head of High School Art Department; Sponsor of Heritage Art Club. Courses include: 2D and 3D art, Illustration, Drawing and Painting, Photography, AP 2D and AP Photography, Sculpture, and Textiles. Developed and executed lesson plans, maintaining a fun and creative environment for class sizes up to 25 students.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography
May 1, 2017 - Present
Large-scale holiday photographer; Edit, print, and delivery of final product; Marketing animation and VFX for company promotion.
VFX Video Editor at Look -Listen
August 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Unreal Engine 4/5; Autodesk Maya and MotionBuilder; Adobe After Effects – Cinema 4D; Adobe Premiere Pro; All Adobe Suite including Photoshop and Illustrator; Procreate; Storyboarding Pro; Motion Capture; Toon Boom Harmony; Python; operated with Wacom tablets and various cameras.
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Thesis storyboard using Storyboard Pro and Procreate; Executed 2D/3D animation using Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate.
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Provided web/graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers.
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2021 - September 9, 2025
Liaison between management and artists; managed and updated website content.
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025
Involved in animation projects end-to-end development from conceptualization to final product; focused on animation and storyboarding.
Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Head of High School Art Department; Sponsor of Heritage Art Club; Taught 2D and 3D art, Illustration, Drawing and Painting, Photography, AP 2D and AP Photography, Sculpture, and Textiles; Developed and executed lesson plans while maintaining a fun and creative classroom environment for classes up to 25 students.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography
May 1, 2017 - Present
Large-scale holiday photographer. Edited, printed, and delivered final products; contributed to marketing animation and VFX for company promotions.
VFX Video Editor at Look -Listen
August 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025
VFX video editor creating Unreal Engine 4/5 scenes; worked with Maya and MotionBuilder; edited with After Effects and Premiere Pro; produced Cinema 4D visuals, Storyboarding, Motion Capture; Procreate and Toon Boom Harmony; Python scripts; supported animation pipeline.
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Thesis storyboard using Storyboard Pro and Procreate; Executed 2-D/3-D animation using Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate.
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Provided web/graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers.
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2021 - September 9, 2025
Liaison between management and artists; managed website content and online materials; coordinated web updates and promotional content.
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025
Involved in animation projects end-to-end from initial conceptualization to final client presentation; focused on animation and storyboarding.
Upper School Art Teacher at The Heritage School
August 1, 2023 - Present
Head of High School art Department; Sponsor of the Heritage Art Club. Teaches 2D and 3D art, Illustration, Drawing and Painting, Photography, Advanced Placement 2D and Advanced Placement Photography, Sculpture, and Textiles. Develops and executes lesson plans while maintaining a fun, creative learning environment for class sizes up to 25 students.
Photographer at Pure Grin Photography
May 1, 2017 - Present
Large-scale holiday photographer. Edits, prints, and delivery of final product; Marketing animation and VFX for company promotion
VFX Video Editor at Look -Listen
August 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Unreal Engine 4/5; Autodesk – Maya and MotionBuilder; Adobe Aftereffects – Cinema 4D; Adobe Premiere Pro; All Adobe Suite Including: Photoshop and Illustrator; Procreate; Storyboarding Pro; Motion Capture; Toon Boom Harmony; Python; Wacom, Canon, Nikon, and Sony Camera
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Thesis storyboard using Storyboard Pro and Procreate; Executed 2-D/3-D animation using a variety of animation software including, Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Provided web/graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2021 - September 9, 2025
Worked as a liaison between management and artists
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025
Involved in animation projects end-to-end development from initial conceptualization to final product presentation to clients; Focused on animation and storyboarding
VFX Video Editor at Look-Listen
September 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Unreal Engine 4/5; Autodesk – Maya and MotionBuilder; Adobe Aftereffects – Cinema 4D; Adobe Premiere Pro; All Adobe Suite Including: Photoshop and Illustrator; Procreate; Storyboarding Pro; Motion Capture; Toon Boom Harmony; Python; Wacom, Canon, Nikon, and Sony Camera
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts
August 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Thesis storyboard using Storyboard Pro and Procreate; Executed 2-D/3-D animation using a variety of animation software including Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Maya Animation Desk, and Procreate
Web Master at WSCA Radio
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2022
Provided web/graphic design expertise and technical support for entertainers
Website Content Manager at The Weber Group
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2021
Liaison between management and artists
Animation/Storyboard/VFX at ShareWik Media Group
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019
Involved in animation projects end-to-end development from initial conceptualization to final product presentation to clients; Focused on animation and storyboarding
VFX Video Editor at Look -Listen
September 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Unreal Engine 4/5; Autodesk – Maya and MotionBuilder; Adobe After Effects – Cinema 4D; Adobe Premier Pro; All Adobe Suite including Photoshop and Illustrator; Procreate; Storyboarding Pro; Motion Capture; Toon Boom Harmony; Python; Wacom, Canon, Nikon, and Sony Camera.

Education

Bachelor of fine arts at School of Visual Arts
September 14, 2018 - May 14, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts, New York City, New York
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts, New York City, New York
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts, New York City, New York
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts, New York City, NY
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts, New York City, NY
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022
Thesis Director at The School of Visual Arts, New York City, NY
August 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Art, Computer Animation, and VFX at The School of Visual Arts, New York City, New York
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022

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