matt parent    - 3D GENERALIST

mattyparent@gmail.com

85 Nelkin Rd                                                            860.885.9845  

Colchester , CT 06415                                 www.digitaldriftwood.net

 

Objective: Continue to use my technical and artistic talents in an energetic studio that is always looking to advance their work.

 

Expertise:

Skills: Character Animation, Particle Effects, Dynamic Lighting and Rendering, Modeling, Texturing, Compositing, Editing, Graphic Design, Photography, Sound Design.

Software: XSI, Maya, 3ds Max, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Combustion, Mudbox, ZBrush, Motionbuilder, Real Flow, Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, Audition, Reason 4.0, Dreamweaver, Flash, Director
Languages: MEL Script, C++, HTML

OS: MS Windows (95/98/NT/2000/XP/Vista), Mac OS

 

Experience:

XVIVO Animation Studio (September 2007 – Present)

Animator

www.xvivo.net

  • Animated several complex medical sequences for various clients
  • Utilized XSI Softimage to create captivating animations
  • Modeled numerous medical objects to be used in production
  • Composited animations together using Adobe After Effects
  • Edited animations together using Final Cut Pro
  • Worked closely with other animators and directors to create the best product

 

XVIVO Animation Studio (April – September 2006)

Internship

·        Interned 6 months at this award-winning animation studio

·        Produced artwork for a DVD mailer for their DVD demo

·        Contributed thoughts and ideas during weekly meetings

·        Involved in a number of animations using multiple programs

·        Adapted and learned XSI Softimage and Newtek Lightwave

·        Advanced my skill with Adobe After Effects

 

Spectrum Sports Group LLC (2004-2005)
Graphic Designer + Video Editor

  • Produced numerous desktop wallpapers of the Florida Panthers.
  • Edited a highlight reel that showcased the Florida Panthers.

 

Education:

Drexel University - Philadelphia , Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science in Digital Media (Animation Concentration)

Minor in American Studies (History)
GPA: 3.9

Member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Captain of the Drexel University Roller Hockey Club

Student Volunteer at SIGGRAPH 2007

 

Accolades:

Graduated Magna Cum Laude

Graduated with second highest GPA in Digital Media

Dean’s List (2003-2007)

AnnX Art Show 2005 & 2007 (Animation Showcased)

MAD Dragon Film Festival (Animation Showcased)

Senior Thesis Animation won Drexel Research in Humanities Award

 

Relevant Coursework:

Character Animation I + II                    Figure Drawing

Acting for the Screen                            Digital Storytelling

3D Modeling & Design             Animation I + II           

Compositing                                         Advanced Visual FX

Gaming I + II                                        Computer Programming I + II  
Design I + II                                         Timeline Design                                   

Photography                                         Computer Imaging

Typography                                          Advanced Interactivity

Fund. of Video Production                    Digital Audio Production

 

References available upon request.