CV / English / Lead Animator
Personal Information
- Name: Alex Rivera
- Address: 4321 Animation Lane, Creativille, CA, 90210
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (555) 123-4567
Brief
A dynamic and passionate Lead Animator with over 8 years of professional experience in creating compelling animations and visual effects for television, film, and video games. Proven expertise in bringing characters and scenes to life, driving the visual storytelling process, and leading animation teams to deliver projects that exceed expectations. Known for a blend of creative vision and technical proficiency.
Core Competencies
- Character Animation
- 3D Modeling & Texturing
- Rigging & Skin Weighting
- Storyboarding & Visual Storytelling
- Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Project Management
- Creative Direction
Technologies and Certifications
- Software: Autodesk Maya, Adobe After Effects, Blender, Cinema 4D
- Certifications: Certified Autodesk Maya Professional, Adobe Certified Expert (ACE)
Professional Experience
Lead Animator, DreamWide Studios, Los Angeles, CA
January 2018 - Present - Led a team of 15 animators on various successful animation projects, including feature films and TV series. - Collaborated with directors and scriptwriters to ensure animations aligned with the narrative vision. - Implemented new animation techniques that increased production efficiency by 25%.
Senior Animator, Galaxy Animation, San Francisco, CA
June 2013 - December 2017 - Developed storyboards and animations for 4 award-winning video games. - Coordinated with the graphics team to enhance character models and environments. - Provided mentorship to junior animators, improving team skills and project outcomes.
Education and Training
- MFA in Animation, University of California, Los Angeles, CA Graduated: May 2013
- Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Art, San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA Graduated: May 2011
Referees
Jake Carlton Executive Producer, DreamWide Studios Email: [email protected] Phone: (555) 987-6543
Samantha Lee Director, Galaxy Animation Email: [email protected] Phone: (555) 678-1234