Hi, I'm Derek Mabson, an experienced animator and graphic designer with a strong background in both traditional and digital animation techniques. Over the years, I've collaborated closely with art directors and project leads to bring creative visions to life, using tools like Maya, Unreal Engine, and various design software. I'm passionate about crafting compelling character performances and have a keen eye for story, pacing, and appeal. Beyond animation, I also enjoy designing logos, menus, and social media content, combining my artistic skills with effective branding strategies. I'm a dedicated team player and a self-driven professional, always keen to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work that aligns with the project's vision.

Derek Mabson

Hi, I'm Derek Mabson, an experienced animator and graphic designer with a strong background in both traditional and digital animation techniques. Over the years, I've collaborated closely with art directors and project leads to bring creative visions to life, using tools like Maya, Unreal Engine, and various design software. I'm passionate about crafting compelling character performances and have a keen eye for story, pacing, and appeal. Beyond animation, I also enjoy designing logos, menus, and social media content, combining my artistic skills with effective branding strategies. I'm a dedicated team player and a self-driven professional, always keen to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work that aligns with the project's vision.

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Hi, I’m Derek Mabson, an experienced animator and graphic designer with a strong background in both traditional and digital animation techniques. Over the years, I’ve collaborated closely with art directors and project leads to bring creative visions to life, using tools like Maya, Unreal Engine, and various design software. I’m passionate about crafting compelling character performances and have a keen eye for story, pacing, and appeal.

Beyond animation, I also enjoy designing logos, menus, and social media content, combining my artistic skills with effective branding strategies. I’m a dedicated team player and a self-driven professional, always keen to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work that aligns with the project’s vision.

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Work Experience

Senior Animator at High Voltage Software
August 31, 2023 - July 29, 2025
Initiated communication with the lead and designers for direction and feedback to complete tasks on schedule. Manipulated motion capture data within Maya and Unreal Engine to achieve desired performances. Animated a variety of facial expressions and performances. Successfully implemented characters into Unreal Engine, set up montages, and rigorously tested animations for bugs. Created high-quality gameplay and cinematic animations using both hand-key animation and motion capture data. Collaborated closely with Art Director and Leads to produce high quality game animations in line with the designers vision. Managed time effectively working with production to meet project deadlines. Demonstrated a strong understanding of animation principles, and an excellent sense of story, pacing, continuity, and appeal. Proved to be a team player, bringing creative imagination and problem-solving to the role while being self-managed and self-driven. Brought compelling and believable animated sequences
Graphic Designer at Cafe Branding
October 31, 2018 - July 29, 2025
Used Photoshop and Affinity Designer to design a logo, menu, and signage with theme-appropriate color palettes, font choices, and logo designs. Designed menus with typology and layout design. Created banners for advertisement. Animated 15-second advert spots to be used on social media. Designed and animated short Instagram carousels.
Senior Animator at Xaviant
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Manipulated motion capture data within Maya and Unreal Engine to achieve desired performance.
Senior Animator at Hi-Rez Studios
December 31, 2001 - July 29, 2025

Education

Bachelor of Arts at The Illinois Institute of Art of Chicago
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2001

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet