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Dericq Freeman

Gary,IN

Summary

Versatile and innovative, with a proven track record at Michaels Arts and Crafts, I excel in blending artistry with precision in framing and digital illustration. Leveraging skills in Adobe Creative Suite and customer consultations, I enhance visual storytelling and design, ensuring project excellence and client satisfaction through effective collaboration and creativity.

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Animation and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Versatile Illustrator with Animation degree and cartoon and computer graphics expertise. Created 2D vector illustrations and diagrams for large graphics agency and earned accolades for quality work. High-level technical and collaborative skills leading to outstanding results.

Motivated 2D Animator looking for new professional challenge and increasing responsibility. Knowledgeable about graphic design and print layouts for marketing purposes. Adept at bringing new life to existing characters and environments.

Story-driven Animator focused on character development and high-quality animation. Successful at completing action-driven and dramatic shots. Versed in a wide range of animation styles, techniques and software programs.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Framer

Michaels Arts and Crafts
10.2023 - Current


  • Matched frame designs to existing décor or specific interior design styles.
  • Inspected frames, identified issues such as warping, and implemented corrections.
  • Selected frame materials based on customer budgets, taste and specific needs of each project.
  • Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, saws, and grinders.
  • Created custom frames to meet needs of individual customers.

Digital Illustrator

Freelance
01.2021 - Current
  • Applied color theory and lighting techniques in drawings and illustrations to add excitement, focus, and depth.
  • Cultivated relationships with other artists and internal partners to develop positive rapport for future opportunities.
  • Developed storyboards outlining animation plans.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Effects And Animation

Columbia College, Chicago
Chicago, IL
12-2021

Skills

  • Precise measurements
  • Customer consultations
  • Salesmanship
  • Quality control analysis
  • Graphic arts
  • Visual storytelling
  • Digital illustration
  • Drawing and sketching
  • 2D vector illustrations
  • Art styles and techniques
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Social media content creation
  • Storyboard creation
  • 3D modeling
  • Skilled in Adobe Illustrator,Photoshop and Blender
  • Deadline management
  • Adobe creative suite
  • Graphic design principles

Software

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Blender

Unreal Engine

OBS

Excel

Powerpoint

Interests

I have Interest in Art history, Comics , Martial Arts , Music ,Animation and Video Games

Timeline

Framer

Michaels Arts and Crafts
10.2023 - Current

Digital Illustrator

Freelance
01.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Effects And Animation

Columbia College, Chicago
Dericq Freeman