Hi, I’m Michael Rutkoske Jr, a 3D animator and motion designer with a B.A. in Animation & Games from the University of Texas at Dallas. My background includes service as a United States Air Force avionics technician, which taught me discipline, problem-solving, and teamwork under pressure. I love turning ideas into vivid 3D visuals and storytelling through short films. I’m actively pursuing collaborations on animation projects, building my skills with Maya, After Effects, and Premiere. I’m excited to work with others who share a passion for storytelling, technical excellence, and creative collaboration.…

Michael Rutkoske Jr

Hi, I’m Michael Rutkoske Jr, a 3D animator and motion designer with a B.A. in Animation & Games from the University of Texas at Dallas. My background includes service as a United States Air Force avionics technician, which taught me discipline, problem-solving, and teamwork under pressure. I love turning ideas into vivid 3D visuals and storytelling through short films. I’m actively pursuing collaborations on animation projects, building my skills with Maya, After Effects, and Premiere. I’m excited to work with others who share a passion for storytelling, technical excellence, and creative collaboration.…

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Hi, I’m Michael Rutkoske Jr, a 3D animator and motion designer with a B.A. in Animation & Games from the University of Texas at Dallas. My background includes service as a United States Air Force avionics technician, which taught me discipline, problem-solving, and teamwork under pressure. I love turning ideas into vivid 3D visuals and storytelling through short films.

I’m actively pursuing collaborations on animation projects, building my skills with Maya, After Effects, and Premiere. I’m excited to work with others who share a passion for storytelling, technical excellence, and creative collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

F-22 Raptor Avionics Specialist at United States Air Force
August 31, 2017 - August 31, 2021
Maintained, troubleshot, and repaired 21 aircraft including flight controls, radar, and communications systems; trained personnel; managed base-wide control of parts and tools for accountability and flight readiness.
Maintainer at Alta Ski Resort
January 10, 2023 - April 19, 2023
Maintained interior and exterior of the building and performed snow removal; resided on the mountain, accessible only by ski lift or snowmobile.
Animator / Creator at The Kraken’s Tooth Short Film
August 20, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Coordinated with around 60 peers to coordinate and animate a short film as part of a large-scale college production; led an animation output with 6 completed shots—the most on the team—while providing hands-on support to teammates managing heavy workloads.
Creator / Animator at Crystalline Chaos Short Film
August 23, 2025 - December 17, 2025
Designed and animated a full narrative sequence from storyboard to final render for a senior capstone project; coordinated with a lighting student to enhance scene atmosphere and achieve a cinematic final look.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Animation and Games at University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
Associates in Applied Sciences, Electrical Engineering at Community College of the Air Force
September 15, 2017 - June 1, 2019

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Other
    uniE608 Crystalline Chaos
    ● Designed and animated a full narrative sequence from storyboard to final render for senior capstone project ● Coordinated with a lighting student to enhance scene atmosphere and achieve a cinematic final look animator filmdirector videoeditor…