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Kevin Wharton
3D Game Artist | Seeking Relevant Position
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic job seeker with outstanding organizational abilities and 4+ years of experience in creating high-quality animations for video games and film. Skilled in using industry-standard software and tools to develop engaging and immersive gameplay experiences. Collaborative team player with a positive outlook and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities to help the team reach its objectives. Pays close attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational skills, making them capable of handling numerous projects simultaneously with a high level of precision. Passionate about delivering top-notch products to consumers, this reliable and well-organized candidate is an asset to any game development team.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
4
Certificates
2
Languages
Work History
Freelance, Texas
Graphic Designer
12.2019 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Provided graphic design services to clients in central Texas.
- Generated $500+ revenue by focusing on local community (schools' extracurricular organizations, independent clients, and small businesses).
- Completed projects, including personalized gifts, concert designs, and marketing materials.
- Delivered all projects on time and within budget.
- Achieved 100% client satisfaction rate by collaborating with clients to understand their design requirements.
- Established long-term relationships with 99% of clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Produced high-quality designs that received positive feedback and exceeded clients' expectations, leading to a 80% retention rate.
Freelance, Texas
Photographer
01.2020 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Specializes in capturing memorable moments for schools and private individuals.
- Worked with clients to document important events such as graduations, proms, and private individuals for family portraits and special occasions.
- Has strong technical background in photography, including experience with various cameras, lighting equipment, and photo editing software.
- Photographed high school graduation ceremony that received positive feedback from over 100 attendees, including school administration and parents.
- Created photo album for family that documented their child's growth and milestones from middle school through college, which contained over 300 bespoken images.
- Collaborated with school orchestra to capture photos of their students in action that were used for promotional material for anticipated 15% increase in enrollment.
Education
Southern New Hampshire UniversityManchester, NH
Bachelor of Arts from Game Art And Development
05.2022 - Current
University Overview
GPA:
3.571
- Dean's List - Winter 2023
- President's List - Summer 2023
Animation MentorEmeryville, CA
Certificate of Completion in Lieu of A Degree from 3D Animation
06.2019 - Current
University Overview
Relevant Coursework:
- Gameplay Animation Workshop
- Advanced Creature Workshop
Harker Heights High SchoolHarker Heights, TX
High School Diploma
09.2016 - 2019.06
University Overview
Awarded:
- SkillsUSA Texas State Excellence
- Professional Development: Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
GPA
- 3.54
Extracurricular Activities
- Student Council Associate Member
- Elected to President for Career Center Animation Club in 2018
- Honoree of Killeen Isd Career Center
- KISD Rotary Club Member
Technical Skills
- Operating systems (Windows, MacOS, Linux)
- Basic programming languages (Python and C++)
- Proficient in industry-standard animation software, including Autodesk Maya and 3D Studio Max
- Strong grasp of animation principles, including timing, weight, and anticipation
- Capable of producing high-quality keyframe animations and motion-capture data
- Knowledgeable in modeling and skinning techniques for character and object animation
- Familiar with character design and anatomy, including facial expressions and body language
- Able to develop and apply animation controllers in game engines like Unity or Unreal
- Experienced in using motion graphics and compositing software, such as After Effects and Davinci Resolve
- Understanding of game development pipelines and best practices, including asset optimization, version control, and cross-functional collaboration.
Software
Autodesk 3Ds Max
Davinci Resolve
Adobe After Effects
Storyboard Pro
Unreal engine 5
Adobe Creative Suite
Motion Builder
Blender
Unity
Jira
MS Visual Studio
Miro
Mural
Autodesk Mudbox 2022
Timeline
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts from Game Art And Development
05.2022 - Current
Photographer
Freelance
01.2020 - 12.2021
Graphic Designer
Freelance
12.2019 - 04.2023
Animation Mentor
Certificate of Completion in Lieu of A Degree from 3D Animation
06.2019 - Current
Harker Heights High School
High School Diploma
09.2016 - 2019.06
Certification
Autodesk Maya, Certiport - May 2019
Skills
Video Game Pipeline Understanding
undefinedAffiliations
- Rotary International
- National Society of Leadership and Success
Interests
Discussing, analyzing, and playing video games
Watching movies and TV shows
Drawing, sketching, and participating in online animation and art community challenges
Exercising
Staying up-to-date with the latest technological developments
Cooking and trying new foods
Additional Information
- Strong familiarity with AAA video games on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, VR and PC platforms.
- Extensive experience across various game genres: Action, Shooter, Stealth, Horror, and RPGs.
- Proven ability to provide detailed feedback and participate in playtests and beta testing for AAA games.
- Familiarity with a large variety of game franchises.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Embraces diversity, equality, and inclusion.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused while playing games.
References: Available upon request.
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