Andrew Wilson
Animator
919-619-6755
andrew@awgraphics.com
JOB OBJECTIVE
To animate and create compelling character performances for a gaming company.
EDUCATION
2006-2007 The School of Communication Arts Raleigh, NC
Associates Degree in Applied Sciences in Digital Animation
Graduated Salutatorian
Major Course Work:
Character Modeling Character Rigging Environmental Modeling Lighting Character Animation
Group Project Portfolio & Self Promotion Flash Animation Character Design
2000-2004 The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC
Bachelor’s Degree in Studio Art
Major Course Work:
Life Drawing Painting Sculpture Intaglio Mixed Media
SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE
Windows and Mac proficient, Alias Maya, Motion Builder, 3d Studio Max, Character Studio, Pixelogic zBrush, Skymatter Mudbox,
Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, Flash, Fireworks, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Frontpage, HTML, PHP, MySQL proficient
INDUSTRY SKILLS
Proficient with human and creature movement, acting, staging, character performance, weight and timing; modeling, UV mapping, texturing, rigging, skinning, painting weights.
EXPERIENCE
6/07-9/07 How Machines Work Evanston IL
Lead Animator/ Character TD
· Rig and animate characters for in engine use
· Rig and animate characters for use in cutscenes
· Assist in modeling environment and props
· Assist with character texturing
3/07-Present Firebreather Studios Raleigh NC
Animation Intern
· Animate designated scenes for productions
8/05-Present Rob Moore and Associates Chapel Hill NC
Web Design/Freelance
· Integrate PHP shopfronts into new and existing websites
· Establish independent work environment with strict project timelines
1/05-Present AWGraphics Chapel Hill NC
Owner/Designer/Artist
· Design and implement websites for small to medium sized businesses
· Administrative duties include client communication and billing
AWARDS
School of Communication Arts Gallery Show Spring 2007 Raleigh NC
· Digital Animation Excellence Award
· Best in Category – Animated Short: “Rain Protectors”
Macon Georgia Film & Video Festival Spring 2007 Macon GA
· Honorable Mention – Animated Short: “2 If By Crook”
School of Communication Arts Gallery Show Fall 2006 Raleigh NC
· Best in Category – Animated Short: “2 If By Crook”
· Best in Category – Storyboard
· Best in Category – Walk with Attitude cycle
· Best in Category – Weight Lift Animation
· Honorable Mention – Storyboard |