Ian Crovella
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic Artist and Programmer with a proven track record at Griffith Observatory, specializing in document design for museums and independent game development. Adept at collaborating within fast-paced teams to create engaging experiences. Seeking to leverage artistic skills and technical expertise in a new museum role to enhance visitor engagement and learning opportunities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Museum Guide / Graphic Designer
Griffith Observatory
05.2022 - Current
- Greet visitors, provide information about Observatory and Griffith Park
- Presenter for special demonstrations, such as Tesla Coil and Clues from Comets
- Designed illustrations and science diagrams for School Program handouts
2D animator and storyboard artist
Freelance
05.2020 - Current
- Written and illustrated storyboards for freelance clients, including animators and game developers
- Experienced 2D and 3D character animator
Education
Bachelors - Communication Arts, Computer Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
05.2020
Certificate - 2D and 3D Animation
Glendale Community College
05.2025
Skills
- Museum Operations
- Running presentations
- Science communication
- Working with diverse teams
- Identifying and solving problems swiftly
- C
- Python scripting
- Game Development
- Unity
- OpenGL
- Graphic design
- Maya
- Blender 3D modeling
- User experience design
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Museum Guide / Graphic Designer
Griffith Observatory
05.2022 - Current
2D animator and storyboard artist
Freelance
05.2020 - Current
Bachelors - Communication Arts, Computer Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
Certificate - 2D and 3D Animation
Glendale Community College
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