Creative and technical media professional with over 30 years of experience pushing the boundaries of excellence across audio-visual production. A highly adaptable “whiz geek” combining left- and right-brain thinking to deliver exceptional results across long-format video, multimedia, 3D animation, visual effects, and video post-production.

GREGORY TAY SOON ANN

Creative and technical media professional with over 30 years of experience pushing the boundaries of excellence across audio-visual production. A highly adaptable “whiz geek” combining left- and right-brain thinking to deliver exceptional results across long-format video, multimedia, 3D animation, visual effects, and video post-production.

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Creative and technical media professional with over 30 years of experience pushing the boundaries of excellence across audio-visual production. A highly adaptable “whiz geek” combining left- and right-brain thinking to deliver exceptional results across long-format video, multimedia, 3D animation, visual effects, and video post-production.

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Work Experience

Freelance Post-Production Specialist (Editor, Colourist, VFX Artist)
January 1, 2011 - Present
Delivers long-form editing, colour grading, audio mixing, and visual effects for broadcast networks including Mediacorp (Ch5, Ch8, CNA, Suria, Okto) and independent feature films. Works across offline/online finishing and post pipelines to meet broadcast-quality standards.
Creator & Engineer, GT35pro
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2010
Engineered and created the GT35pro 35mm DOF adapter, support rig, motorized follow focus, and DSLR sliders. Specialized in shallow depth of field 35mm video shooting techniques using 35mm SLR/DSLR lenses. Served in executive producer and VFX supervision roles for the Singapore Flyer marketing/launch video, including green screen supervision and capsule screen content creation.
Creator & Engineer, GT35pro at GT35pro
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2010
Engineered and created the GT35pro 35mm DOF adapter, support rig, motorized follow focus, and DSLR sliders. Specialized in shallow depth of field 35mm video shooting techniques and DSLR lens-based workflows.
Executive Director & Freelance Professional at Parachute Pictures
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2008
Produced architectural presentation videos tailored for government bodies and clients across Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Dubai, UAE, Algeria, Morocco, Indonesia, and Singapore. Served as Executive Director (from 2005) and worked across production and post delivery.
Head of Department (Video and Animation) at Faber Image Pte Ltd
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
Led the video and animation department for large-scale, event-based productions.
Head of Department (3D Animation and VFX) at Riard Media
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Directed the department’s 3D animation and visual effects projects.
Freelance Editor, VFX & Motion Graphics Artist
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2000
Provided high-end freelance post-production services including editing, motion graphics, and visual effects.
Senior 3D Animator & Head of Animation at Bizarts Pte Ltd (PICO Group)
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1997
Headed a team of animators and served as lead animator producing the groundbreaking first 3D stereoscopic launch animation for the Singapore Discovery Centre with the Institute of System Science (NUS).
Managing Director, Founding Partner & Senior 3D Animator at ID Imaging Pte Ltd
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1996
Co-founded the firm in 1993 and operated high-end Softimage 3D on Silicon Graphics workstations. Established the company as a training ground for film, sound, and video interns from Ngee Ann Polytechnic.
Technical Manager & Audio Engineer at Journey Promotions
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1992
Managed sound, light, and stage technicalities while serving as Training Manager and Audio Engineer.
Technical Manager & Audio Engineer (Training Manager) at Journey Promotions
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1992
Managed sound, light, and stage technicalities while serving as Training Manager and Audio Engineer.

Education

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Qualifications

Certificate Davinci Resolve International Colorist Academy
August 1, 2012 - August 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment