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Work Experience
Character Animator at Weta Digital
February 1, 2007 - December 1, 2007Contributed to the animation of high-profile feature films using motion capture and keyframe animation techniques. Collaborated with world-class artists to ensure character consistency and emotional expressiveness through detailed animation passes.
Character Animator at Weta Digital
February 1, 2008 - February 1, 2011Contributed to animation of high-profile feature films with motion capture and keyframe animation; collaborated with VFX teams to deliver life-like characters.
Senior Animator at Starz Animation
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2014Developed and executed character animation for an animated feature; worked closely with storyboard artists and directors to refine movement and expressions; helped develop animation pipelines and workflows to improve team efficiency.
Lead Animator at Pixomondo Toronto
January 1, 2014 - July 1, 2015Managed a team of animators, ensuring timely delivery of projects while maintaining high standards. Developed visual concepts and animation direction in collaboration with directors. Provided mentorship and constructive feedback to junior team members.
Senior Animator at Arc Animation
August 1, 2015 - June 1, 2017Developed high-quality character animation across multiple projects. Collaborated with directors and VFX supervisors to ensure seamless integration of animation with visual effects. Conducted motion studies to enhance character realism.
Senior Animator at SOHO VFX
October 1, 2020 - May 1, 2023Produced high-quality animation for a range of projects, meeting tight deadlines. Collaborated with creative leads to ensure alignment with artistic vision. Designed and executed compelling animation sequences to elevate storytelling.
Senior Animator at WEFX
June 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023Developed high-quality animation for film productions, ensuring alignment with client objectives. Worked with production teams to seamlessly integrate animation into visual effects. Applied problem-solving skills to overcome creative and technical challenges.
Senior Animator at MARZ VFX
November 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Led a team of animators, ensuring adherence to project timelines and client specifications. Partnered with directors and department heads to define and implement animation strategies. Mentored junior animators to enhance team development and artistic skills. Supervised animation from concept to final delivery.
Animation Supervisor at MARZ VFX
November 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Led a team of animators, ensuring adherence to project timelines and client specifications. Partnered with directors and department heads to define and implement animation strategies. Mentored junior animators to enhance team development and artistic skill growth. Supervised animation production from concept to final delivery, maintaining high-quality standards.
Senior Animator at DT Profile
July 1, 2014 - July 1, 2015Created high-quality animation across multiple projects with budget and schedule constraints. Developed storyboards and animation concepts in collaboration with art directors.
Character Animator at Weta Digital (Wellington)
January 1, 2007 - December 1, 2007Contributed to the animation of high-profile feature films, utilizing motion capture and keyframe animation techniques. Worked alongside world-class animators and VFX artists to bring life-like characters to the screen. Ensured character consistency and emotional expressiveness through detailed animation passes.
Animator Supervisor at MARZ VFX
November 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Led a team of animators, ensuring adherence to project timelines and client specifications. Partnered with directors and department heads to define and implement animation strategies. Mentored junior animators to enhance team development and artistic skill growth. Supervised animation production from concept to final delivery, maintaining high-quality standards.
Lead Animator at Pixomondo
October 1, 2017 - September 1, 2020Managed a team of animators, ensuring timely delivery of projects while maintaining high standards. Developed visual concepts and animation direction in collaboration with directors. Provided mentorship and constructive feedback to junior team members.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts at York University
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998Specialized Bachelor of Fine Arts at York University
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998Classical Animation at Sheridan College
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002Bachelor of Fine Arts at York University
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998Classical Animation at Sheridan College
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001Computer Animation at Sheridan College
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002Qualifications
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Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet
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