I am an ambitious and creative person with a plethora of technical and artistic expertise. I am eager to start a new entry level role to present fresh ideas to a team and aid my learning and growth. Over the past year I have been building a 3D animation showreel, focusing on body mechanics, posing, timing and appeal; I have worked on acting shots with emphasis on believable facial animation, and I have hands-on experience retargeting motion capture data in Autodesk Maya and cleanup. I have also been connecting with professionals in the animation industry via social channels and networking events for advice, mentoring opportunities, and regular feedback on my work.…

Quincy Okolo

I am an ambitious and creative person with a plethora of technical and artistic expertise. I am eager to start a new entry level role to present fresh ideas to a team and aid my learning and growth. Over the past year I have been building a 3D animation showreel, focusing on body mechanics, posing, timing and appeal; I have worked on acting shots with emphasis on believable facial animation, and I have hands-on experience retargeting motion capture data in Autodesk Maya and cleanup. I have also been connecting with professionals in the animation industry via social channels and networking events for advice, mentoring opportunities, and regular feedback on my work.…

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I am an ambitious and creative person with a plethora of technical and artistic expertise. I am eager to start a new entry level role to present fresh ideas to a team and aid my learning and growth.

Over the past year I have been building a 3D animation showreel, focusing on body mechanics, posing, timing and appeal; I have worked on acting shots with emphasis on believable facial animation, and I have hands-on experience retargeting motion capture data in Autodesk Maya and cleanup. I have also been connecting with professionals in the animation industry via social channels and networking events for advice, mentoring opportunities, and regular feedback on my work.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Personal Portfolio at Self-employed
November 1, 2023 - June 7, 2024
Developed and completed a personal 3D animation portfolio with a focus on body mechanics, anatomy, posing, timing, spacing, and appeal when animating characters. Improved facial animation to create believable acting shots, worked with motion capture data including retargeting and cleanup in Autodesk Maya, and developed abilities in animating creatures. Engaged with industry professionals via networking and social channels for advice, mentorship, and feedback and implemented mentor’s notes using syncsketch.
Travel Advisor at Lothian Buses Limited
June 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023
Served as the first point of contact for customer queries, complaints, and product requests in travel shops located in Edinburgh city centre and West End. Produced travel smartcards and processed payments according to selected plans. Managed incoming calls from customers and internal departments to support travel service requirements.
Customer Team Member at The Co-operative Group
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Served customers at tills handling cash and card payments, replenished and organized stock in aisles, and managed parcel collections and deliveries to and from customers.
2D Animator at Children’s Classic Concerts
September 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021
Created 2D character animations using Adobe After Effects for the Annual Children's Classic concerts. Gained experience in client communication and working under deadlines.
2D Animator at Children's Classic Concerts
September 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
2D Character Animation with Adobe After Effects; liaised with client; worked to deadlines.

Education

BSc Computer Animation Arts at University of The West of Scotland
September 3, 2018 - July 8, 2022
The degree involved learning the entire animation production pipeline. From idea generation right through to post production. The course granted me the chance to develop my knowledge and understanding of the animation industry, and introduce me to the skills outlined in my profile.
BSc (Hons) Computer Animation Arts at UWS Paisley
September 1, 2018 - July 31, 2022
BSc (Hons) Computer Animation Arts at University of the West of Scotland (UWS), Paisley Campus
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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