Ethan Self
Lakeville,MN
Summary
Graduated alumnus who focuses on visual storytelling primarily through character personality based on performance and design. Driven to adapt and dedicate to the craft through teamwork and reliance on other artists' commentary. Versed in a wide range of animation styles, techniques, and software programs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Fine Art Productions
White House Custom Colour
Eagan, MN
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Worked in a fast-paced environment to complete tasks and manage time to create prints for clients.
- Collaborated closely with co-workers when providing help and producing print pieces on a tight deadline.
- Multitasked in completing multiple assignments required by the company in metal prints, acrylic photography, and shipping.
Seasonal Scare Actor
Onionhead's Revenge Haunted House
Bloomington, MN
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with other actors on scenes in choreography and improvisations to enhance the experiences for guests.
- Adapted to new performances based on guests' reactions to maximize the scare factor.
- Demonstrated outstanding physical stamina while performing for long periods of time.
Animator Internship
Grasshorse Studios
Winfield, MN
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed characters, props, backgrounds, and other elements of the animation.
- Worked closely with the entire staff throughout the creative process, from concept development through the final delivery of a completed product.
- Collaborated with production staff and other artists to ensure that all aspects of an animation project were completed on time.
Education
Master of Arts - Animation
Savannah College of Arts And Design (SCAD)
Savannah, GA08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2019
Skills
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Open-Minded in Feedback
- Collaborate in Teamwork
- Organization
- Time Management
- Visual Storytelling
- Attention to Details
- Creative Thinking
- Planning and Goal Development
SOFTWEAR
- Toon Boom Storyboard Pro
- Toon Boom Harmony
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Clip Studio Paint
- Wacom Cintiq
- Google Drive
FILMOGRAPHY
"DR. PAWRAT" - ANIMATED SHORT FILM
- A dark comedy film I have created, written, storyboarded, and animated entirely. It follows the story of a lab monkey becoming a mad scientist driven to build a shrink ray and test it on a cute rabbit.
"SCAD Back 40" - ANIMATED GROUP PROJECT
- A student project at SCAD where I worked on early concepts and was responsible for animating shots, cleaning up the animation, and including final colors to them. I collaborated with the art director and producers in promoting SCAD based on the story of a cartoon bee exploring the garden.
Timeline
Seasonal Scare Actor
Onionhead's Revenge Haunted House
09.2024 - 11.2024
Seasonal Fine Art Productions
White House Custom Colour
10.2023 - 12.2024
Animator Internship
Grasshorse Studios
06.2023 - 07.2023
Master of Arts - Animation
Savannah College of Arts And Design (SCAD)
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
University of Iowa
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