I am a passionate 3D Artist specializing in visual storytelling through modeling and animation. With a robust background in creative environments, I aim to bring imaginative concepts to life while honing my skills and exploring innovative techniques.

RYAN GUIMOND

I am a passionate 3D Artist specializing in visual storytelling through modeling and animation. With a robust background in creative environments, I aim to bring imaginative concepts to life while honing my skills and exploring innovative techniques.

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I am a passionate 3D Artist specializing in visual storytelling through modeling and animation. With a robust background in creative environments, I aim to bring imaginative concepts to life while honing my skills and exploring innovative techniques.

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Work Experience

Senior Designer at Marks
January 1, 2019 - Present
Instrumental in developing a pilot program for Staples ecomm imagery that led to a long term contract. Created and utilized automation techniques for rendering a high volume of images. Acted as a point man and mentor for junior artists. Managed importing and reworking CAD data, modeling, material development, texturing, lighting, rendering and post production on ecomm images, contextual imagery and animations.
Lead Animator at Farm Creative Parlour
January 1, 2019 - July 23, 2025
Directed, oversaw and delegated creative responsibilities to artists. Supervised execution of assets and deliverables for client approval. Managed multiple projects, communicated with clients about timelines, expectations and revisions to completion. Mentored and developed junior artists utilizing 3D techniques, design fundamentals, organizational strategies and best practices. Principal lighter and material development, renderfarm management, pre and post production. Developed pipeline strategies and best practices.
Support Artist/Animator at Farm Creative Parlour
January 1, 2013 - July 23, 2025
Collaborated and executed renderings/animations from concept to delivery. Daily tasks included 3D modeling, rigging, keyframing, lighting, material development, scene setup, pre production. Developed pre production and production processes that aided in client approval. Detailed storyboards, animatics, and low resolution drafts, helping clients understand the animation process more in depth.
Senior Designer at Marks
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Responsible for creating innovative designs and visuals to enhance brand identity and engagement. Leading projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality and creativity across all platforms.
Lead Animator at Form Creative
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Oversaw animation projects and led a team of animators to create compelling visual narratives. Collaborated with designers and strategists to align animation with overall project goals.
Senior Designer at Marks
January 1, 2019 - November 21, 2025
Led design projects targeting major clients while implementing a variety of creative tools and techniques. Worked closely with cross-functional teams to enhance visual communication and engagement through multimedia.
Lead Animator at Form Creations
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Developed engaging animations for a long-term contract involving story-driven designs. Collaborated with content creators to produce high-quality animated content.

Education

BA at Illinois Institute of Art
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008
BA at Eastern Illinois University
August 1, 1997 - December 31, 2001
BA, Media Arts and Animation at Illinois Institute of Art
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
BA, Graphic Design at Eastern Illinois University
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
BA at Eastern Illinois University - BA, Media Arts and Animation
January 1, 2001 - November 21, 2025

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet