Jamie S. Grove
Special Make-up Effects/Key Artist
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
Motivated Artist driven to provide high-quality work. Adept at working quickly without sacrificing results. Ready to bring 25 years' experience to new position with long-term potential.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Key Artist /Lead Painter
Quantum Creation FX
Burbank, CA
08.2019 - Current
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
- Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
- Conferred with producers, customers and performers to determine desired appearance.
- Examined sketches, photographs and other references to get inspiration for desired look.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Ordered and maintained adequate supply of materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Drew illustrations and concepts for visualization, presentation and development purposes.
- Created concept designs and sketches to develop images and scenes.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
- Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive pieces to enhance creativity and gather fresh ideas.
Key Artist /Team Lead Painter
Alchemy FX Studios
Sun Valley, CA
07.2018 - 12.2023
- Cultivated relationships with other artists and internal partners to develop positive rapport for future opportunities.
- Managed freelance artists to verify cohesive designs and finishes consistent with project scope.
- Worked with art director and other artists to better understand project scope.
- Met every studio deadline for each project by leveraging strong task prioritization abilities.
- Used cutting-edge technologies to create immersive experiences.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes, and manage project milestones.
- Created original artwork for range of print, web and video projects.
- Used interactive design elements to create more engaging user experience.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
- Read blueprints and instructions and examined surfaces to determine kind and amount of work necessary for each project.
- Selected premixed paints or mixed required portions of pigment, oil and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
- Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
- Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
Key Artist/Team Lead Painter
Legacy Effects
San Fernando, CA
03.2008 - 07.2018
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
- Developed art and design concepts.
- Collaborated with other artists on various art projects and installations.
- Created paintings, sculptures and illustrations for variety of exhibitions and shows.
- Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
- Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
- Conferred with producers, customers and performers to determine desired appearance.
- Applied various layers of makeup to performers and customers to obtain necessary effect and look.
- Conducted makeup classes to help students gain in-depth knowledge of various products and uses.
- Examined sketches, photographs and other references to get inspiration for desired look.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Simulated behaviors of objects by developing models.
- Created lifelike practical art characters with appropriate textures, shadows and features.
- Matched output to information obtained from director, cinematographer and other departments.
- Worked alongside writers and producers to create unique designs to translate artistic vision into visual medium.
Lead Painter
Stan Winston Studios
Van Nuys, CA
07.2004 - 03.2008
- Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
- Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
Education
High School Diploma -
Simi Valley High School
Simi Valley, CA 08.1992 - 06.1996
Skills
Special effects
Feature Filmography
Star Trek (2009 -2022), Shape of Water (2017), Marvel Avengers Series (2012 - 2019),Pirahna 3 DD (2012),Thor (2011),Cowboys and Aliens (2011)
Iron Man II, III (2010 - 2012),Real Steal (2011),My Bloody Valentine (2009),GI Joe (2009),Terminator IV (2009), Case 39 (2008), Superhero! (2008)
Indiana Jones IV (2008),Halloween (2007),Iron Man (2008), Avatar (2009), Transformers (2007), Prince Caspian, Chronicles of Narnia II (2008)
Grindhouse (2007), Hostel II (2007), Parasomnia (2008), The Mist (2008), Hills Have Eyes II (2007),Disturbia (2007), Burrowers (2008), Spiderman 3 (2006),Pumpkinhead III and IV (2006), Eight Below (2006), Charlotte’s Web (2006),Slither (2005), Doom (2005) , War of the Worlds (2005), Zathura (2005), Devil’s Rejects (2005), Feast (2005), Muppets Wizard of Oz (2005), White Coats (2004), Alamo (2004), Last Samurai (2003), Monster Man (2003), Creature Unknown (2003), We Were Soldiers (2002), Santa Trap (2002), Not another Teen Movie (2001)
Timeline
Key Artist /Lead Painter
Quantum Creation FX
08.2019 - Current
Key Artist /Team Lead Painter
Alchemy FX Studios
07.2018 - 12.2023
Key Artist/Team Lead Painter
Legacy Effects
03.2008 - 07.2018
Lead Painter
Stan Winston Studios
07.2004 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Simi Valley High School
08.1992 - 06.1996