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Tom Caruso

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2-paragraph first-person bio, friendly tone

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Print Production at Innovative Sign Systems
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2026
Print production, graphic design, sign permit pulling, ADA compliance.
Freelance 3D Animator / Visual Artist at Rendering Reality
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2025
Creation of 3D animations specializing in science-based space scenes and stylized cartoon characters; proprietary rotoscoping style development; color matching, 3D modeling, and related graphics work.
Digital Printer Assistant at San Diego Sign
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Dye sublimation direct-to-fabric printing, file prep, color corrections, PMS color matching, and color management for large-format projects.
Logistics Coordinator at Mostre Design
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
Logistics coordination and digital imaging of customer graphics, including large banners, digital prints, and vinyl graphics.
Designer/Production at Wolf Pack Sign Group
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Design, layout, cutting and printing; ADA compliance.
Color Specialist & Digital Print Operator at Art to Prints
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2008
Sales and production of fine art photography/reproduction and photo printing, including large format photo graphics, scanning, color correction, archival printing, finishing and mounting; color matching and color profile management.
Laser Operator at Heavy Hitter Industry
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Laser operator responsibilities and related production.
Pre-press at Tomorrow
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998
Pre-press duties for printing.
Digital Duplicator Repair Technician at J P Rogers
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Repair of digital duplicators, slide projectors, projectors, and A/V equipment.
Order Fulfillment at Leads Club
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Order fulfillment operations.
Stage Crew at City of Carlsbad
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998
Stage crew for summer concerts in the park.
Partner / Laser Operator at Caruso’s Carvings
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2003
Laser engraving for wood and acrylic awards, prototype design, product photography, and production; engraving and packaging.
Technical Theater Assistant at City of Oceanside
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1987
Technical theater support and related tasks.
Self-employed / 3D Animator at Rendering Reality
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2025
Created 3D animations and visual effects for science-based space scenes, stylized cartoon characters, and proprietary rotoscoping styles. Responsible for general animation, 3D modeling, color matching, and related production work, including HTML/CSS web design, Adobe suite, Blender, Houdini, and Python support.
Digital Printing / Production Assistant at San Diego Sign
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Dye sublimation direct-to-fabric large format printing; file preparation; color corrections; PMS color matching; color management; sign permit pulling; ADA compliance tasks.
Designer / Production at Wolf Pack Sign Group
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Design, layout, cutting and printing; ensured ADA compliance in signage and production workflows.
Laser Operator at Heavy Hitters Industry
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Laser operation for production tasks and prototyping.
Digital Duplicator Repair / AV Equipment Technician at J P Rogers
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Repair of digital duplicators, slide/projector systems, audio and visual equipment.
Partner / Laser Operator at Caruso's Carvings
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2003
Laser operator for engraving/production, sales, prototype design, product photography, graphics prep and cleanup; engraving and production of laser-engraved wood and acrylic awards, boxes, crates, printed displays; cost accounting; acrylic/wood design and production.

Education

Associate in Science at Mira Costa College
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1995
Bachelor’s degree in Physics at UC Santa Cruz
January 1, 1994 - June 22, 2026
Bachelor's degree in Physics at University of California, Santa Cruz
January 1, 1994 - June 22, 2026
Associates in Science in Theatre Lighting Design, Sound Design, Set Construction at MiraCosta College
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Retail