I'm Frank Vitale, founder of 33North, a Phoenix-based full-service digital arts studio. Since officially launching 33North in 2005, I have focused on agency-level solutions, delivering photo-realistic 3D renderings, animations, motion graphics, game assets, AR/VR, and mobile design to help brands stay ahead of design trends and technology. Beyond client work, I've contributed to education and software development—teaching at the Art Institute of Phoenix and Phoenix College, beta testing production tools, writing manuals, and sharing industry insights through articles and lectures. I’m passionate about pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling while mentoring teams to achieve striking, practical results.…

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I'm Frank Vitale, founder of 33North, a Phoenix-based full-service digital arts studio. Since officially launching 33North in 2005, I have focused on agency-level solutions, delivering photo-realistic 3D renderings, animations, motion graphics, game assets, AR/VR, and mobile design to help brands stay ahead of design trends and technology. Beyond client work, I've contributed to education and software development—teaching at the Art Institute of Phoenix and Phoenix College, beta testing production tools, writing manuals, and sharing industry insights through articles and lectures. I’m passionate about pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling while mentoring teams to achieve striking, practical results.…

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I’m Frank Vitale, founder of 33North, a Phoenix-based full-service digital arts studio. Since officially launching 33North in 2005, I have focused on agency-level solutions, delivering photo-realistic 3D renderings, animations, motion graphics, game assets, AR/VR, and mobile design to help brands stay ahead of design trends and technology.

Beyond client work, I’ve contributed to education and software development—teaching at the Art Institute of Phoenix and Phoenix College, beta testing production tools, writing manuals, and sharing industry insights through articles and lectures. I’m passionate about pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling while mentoring teams to achieve striking, practical results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at 33North LLC
January 1, 2005 - Present
Founder of 33North, a Phoenix-based full-service digital arts studio delivering agency-level solutions including photo-realistic 3D renderings, animations, motion graphics, game assets, AR/VR and mobile design.
Digital Artist at R&R Partners Agency
March 1, 2020 - September 12, 2025
Performed 3D design and development and 2D motion graphics for advertising campaigns; contributed to AR/VR projects for clients such as Boeing, City of Las Vegas, Facebook and Instagram.
Art Director at OceanHouse Media
January 1, 2014 - September 12, 2025
Developed templates for mobile app categories with Hay House Publishing; designed flagship apps across categories and created games for Dr. Seuss Enterprises.
Art Director at Ping Golf
February 1, 2015 - September 12, 2025
Spearheaded UI/UX design for the nFlight fitting software; designed marketing graphics, animations and 3D assets for apps; led a team of eight to create Pingology, a gamified certification program for fitters.
Editor for Play Illustration at Serbin Communications Inc
January 1, 2014 - September 12, 2025
Managed online content, redesigned the website, organized contests, promoted artists, grew membership and managed social media.
Instructor at Art Institute of Phoenix
August 1, 2008 - September 12, 2025
Served on the board for Game Art & Design and taught animation, game design, lighting and surfacing, and environment creation; contributed to curriculum development (2002–2008).
Instructor at Phoenix College
September 1, 2002 - September 12, 2025
Instructed general 3D modeling and animation courses; guided use of 2D/3D programs (Lightwave) and Adobe suite for texture development and environment creation.
VFX Artist at Banned From The Ranch
June 1, 1999 - September 12, 2025
Conceived VFX shot solutions and participated in daily VFX meetings; contributed to feature films and broadcast projects including Titanic, Dr. Doolittle, Spawn, and commercial spots for Nissan and MTV.
Art Director at Presto Studios
January 1, 1997 - September 12, 2025
Led texture and surfacing artistry and eventual art direction for The Journeyman Project titles; contributed to role of art director for later titles and related projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Visual Communications at Northern Arizona University
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1990
Physics coursework at Scottsdale Community College
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1986
BS Visual Communications at Northern Arizona University
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1990
Course of study, Physics at Scottsdale Community College
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1986
BS Visual Communications at Northern Arizona University
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1990
Coursework in Physics at Scottsdale Community College
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1986
BS Visual Communications at Northern Arizona University
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1990
Physics Coursework at Scottsdale Community College
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1986

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Gaming
    uniE608 Piper Life Sciences - Plate Video
    This motion graphics piece was created through After Hours Creative for Piper Lifesciences. Its all about healthy eating. 3ds Max was use for all 3d elements and After Effects for all motion graphics and editing. Super fun piece to work on and the client loved it. https://www.twine.net/signin…
    uniE608 Piper Life Sciences - Plate Video
    This motion graphics piece was created through After Hours Creative for Piper Lifesciences. Its all about healthy eating. 3ds Max was use for all 3d elements and After Effects for all motion graphics and editing. Super fun piece to work on and the client loved it.…
    uniE608 Mark III Titan W-Series
    The Mark III is a new and innovative way for builders to attach joist and framing components to concrete piles that support buildings built on soft ground, like beach homes. They needed a visualization piece to use at trade shows and for their site to showcase this development. I created this one soup to nuts, from script writing, to final render, 33North did everything. Storyboards were critical as it's a fairly complex piece. I hope you enjoy it. https://www.twine.net/signin…