Objective:

To apply a broad range of artistic and technical skills, in the field of computer-based art and design.

Education:

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, IL
BA in New Media, May 2011
Minor in Computer Science

Experience:

Chapter Communications, September 2007 - present Champaign, IL
Graphic Artist
Worked to design the look dozens of websites for organizations across the country.
Used Photoshop and to create sites using specified guidelines from customer demands
Work independently from home producing work for specified deadlines

JTM Concepts Inc., June 2006 - January 2008 Rock Island, IL
3D Modeler
Worked on a team creating 3D educational software and multimedia presentations
Solved integration problems between multiple software packages.
Created and animated models in 3D studio for real-time simulations.
Gave weekly project updates and ideas at department meetings.

Research Project with Prof. Guy Garnett, September - December 2007 Champaign, IL
3D Modeler
Worked to create dynamic 3D models for use in a networked multi-user environment
Made animated models which can be controlled by changes in position and orientation
Helped to design the overall look and feel of an interactive multimedia environment

Volition Inc, May - August 2008 Champaign, IL
QA Tester
Worked on a team locating bugs and problems in games under development.
Worked on a dedicated art team identifying visual problems in game environments.

Skills:

2+ years professional experience using 3D Studio Max
3+ years professional Photoshop experience
Also familiar with Illustator, Maya, Zbrush, Bryce, and Dreamweaver
Completed Java and C++ programming courses
Familiar with HTML and CSS