Anthony Collins
Batavia,United States
Summary
Experienced 3D designer with a versatile skill set in digital and traditional mediums. Consistently produces high-quality artwork for prominent national companies across various categories. Proficient in modeling, texturing, concepting, and designing. Excels in challenging environments, consistently exceeding expectations with exceptional results. Passionate about storytelling and driven to create innovative and visually captivating designs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
3D Designer | Content Manager
Answers in Genesis
09.2021 - Current
- Used Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator to produce page layouts, graphics and logos for design proposals.
- Taught and trained incoming designers on proper use of graphic design software.
- Communicated with teams through oral and written communication to relay relevant project information and changes.
- Contributed to successful project pitches by creating visually engaging presentation materials using 3D designs.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgetary constraints.
- Created custom 3D assets for integration into various multimedia projects, ensuring seamless compatibility.
- Frequently used Maya and Substance Painter to produce 3D art pieces for web projects and game design.
- Conceptualized design storyboards while coordinating with Design and Marketing colleagues.
- Integrated feedback from clients and colleagues into design revisions for continuous improvement on projects.
- Created compelling video content for book marketing campaigns using After Effects and Premiere Pro.
- Collaborated closely with clients, translating their vision into compelling 3D models and visuals.
- Collaborated with other animators to create coherent images within scenes.
- Designed mock-ups and simulations for review, finding and fixing animation problems.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to create cohesive and persuasive content that supported overall business objectives.
- Curated repository of reusable content assets, significantly reducing production time for new projects.
- Presented monthly reports on key performance metrics to senior management, providing insights into areas requiring attention.
- Curated content across social media platforms, leveraging algorithm strategies to increase engagement.
- Edited and sourced images and videos using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
- Developed innovative 3D stages for live events, displayed on an ultra-wide LED wall.
- Led a team of artists to deliver high-quality art and maintain aesthetic vision.
- Worked with marketing teams to create initial concepts that helped clients better visualize the final product.
- Created and customized diverse 3D assets, models, textures, and animations, rendering them in Marmoset, Maya, or Unreal5 Engine.
- Developed and refined workflows, resulting in the team maintaining a lead on project timelines.
Business Analyst II
Fifth Third Bank
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Attended daily sprint sessions with Application Development team, to review new products in development as well as updates to existing
- Coordinated leadership meetings with consumer line-of-business, to discuss new software development and how it may impact customers
- Provided Consumer Contact teams with trainings and material of upcoming products and changes, so LOB would have a comprehensive understanding to support customers effectively
- Conducted a quarterly disaster contact drill, to ensure business continuity in the event of an emergency
- Escalated issues and defects to IT
- Opened bridge lines for ongoing critical issues, and triage information was shared to leadership until issue was resolved
Closing Disclosure Analyst
Fifth Third Bank
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Maintained a strong knowledge of mortgage rules and regulations for mortgage application disclosures
- Ensured accuracy and data integrity both in the origination system, and on documents
- Communicated with escrow/title companies, loan officers, and other parties to ensure all fees were accurate prior to disclosure to the customer
- Adapted to changes within the Mortgage department by proactively learning about new systems via training and other discussions
- Problem-solved hardware issues with fault-tolerant hard drives
Education
Associate's degree - Business Administration and Management, General
Sinclair Community College
Unreal Sensei Master Class - undefined
Unreal Engine5
01.2025
Art/Art Studies - General
Art Heroes
08.2023
Animation - Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Gnomon
05.2023
Animation - Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Udemy Academy
01.2019
Cinematography - undefined
Udemy Alumni
01.2019
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician - undefined
solidworks
01.2019
Unity3D Certification - Game and Interactive Media Design
Udemy Academy
01.2018
Blender3D - 3D Modeling and Design
Udemy Academy
01.2018
Skills
- Unreal engine
- Production and processing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Character creation
- Project management
- Proficient in UE5 Blueprint
- Material Creation
- Substance Painter
- Autodesk Maya
- 3D Stage Design
Timeline
3D Designer | Content Manager
Answers in Genesis
09.2021 - Current
Business Analyst II
Fifth Third Bank
06.2020 - 06.2021
Closing Disclosure Analyst
Fifth Third Bank
08.2016 - 03.2018
Unreal Sensei Master Class - undefined
Unreal Engine5
Art/Art Studies - General
Art Heroes
Animation - Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Gnomon
Animation - Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Udemy Academy
Cinematography - undefined
Udemy Alumni
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician - undefined
solidworks
Unity3D Certification - Game and Interactive Media Design
Udemy Academy
Blender3D - 3D Modeling and Design
Udemy Academy
Associate's degree - Business Administration and Management, General
Sinclair Community College
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