CV / English / Lighting Artist
Alex Riviera
123 Lightning Way, Visual Heights, CA, 90401 Email: [email protected] Phone: (555) 123-4567
Professional Summary
Creative and detail-oriented Lighting Artist with 5 years of experience in the game and film industry, specializing in creating immersive lighting environments that enhance storytelling and gameplay. Proficient in the latest software and technologies, with a keen eye for detail, color, and composition. Passionate about collaborative projects and constantly seeking to improve and innovate in the field of visual effects.
Core Competencies
- Expertise in 3D lighting and rendering
- Strong understanding of color theory and visual storytelling
- Proficiency in Maya, Unreal Engine, and Adobe Suite
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills
Technologies and Certifications
- Proficient in Maya, Unreal Engine 4, Unity, and Blender
- Skilled in Photoshop, After Effects, and Premiere Pro
- Certified in Autodesk Maya for Advanced Lighting
- Familiarity with Python scripting for automation tasks
- Continuous education through online courses and workshops in advanced lighting techniques and VFX
Professional Experience
Senior Lighting Artist Global Games Inc., Los Angeles, CA January 2021 - Present - Lead lighting artist for top-selling game, 'Eclipse Odyssey,' enhancing the game's visual appeal and player immersion - Collaborated with art directors and other artists to develop and implement the game's lighting strategy - Mentored junior artists, providing guidance and feedback to help them grow
Lighting Artist Visionary Films, San Francisco, CA June 2018 - December 2020 - Worked on several high-profile films, creating compelling lighting environments that supported the narrative - Developed custom lighting rigs to achieve specific stylistic looks - Optimized lighting setups for efficient rendering without compromising quality
Education and Training
- B.A. in Computer Animation, Visual Arts Academy, Los Angeles, CA, 2016
- Advanced Lighting Techniques Workshop, CG Spectrum, Online, 2017
- Autodesk Maya Certification, Autodesk Authorized Training Center, 2018
Referees
Jordan Lee Art Director, Global Games Inc. Email: [email protected] Phone: (555) 987-6543
Mika Tan Senior Producer, Visionary Films Email: [email protected] Phone: (555) 321-0987