Marquies Drake
LOS ANGELES,CA
Summary
As an organized and motivated Character Animator, I am driven by the pursuit of new professional challenges and opportunities. Specializing in both motion capture and hand-key animation, I thrive in deadline-driven environments where precision and artistic skill are paramount. My focus is on delivering projects with exceptional accuracy and creative finesse.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Junior Animator
Super Alloy Interactive
Fayetteville, GA
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Cleaned and retargeted Xsens Motion Capture data onto various character rigs in Motion Builder.
- Referenced witness camera footage to check data quality and performance to deliver precise motion edits.
- Communicated with the Animation Lead to ensure organized, timely deliverables of motion data.
Teaching Assistant
CSU Chico
Chico, CA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided support to students regarding animation fundamentals, including critiques, problem-solving, and general inquiries.
- Aided students in utilizing Optitrack & Xsens Motion Capture systems, including tasks such as suiting up, marker placement, and program configuration.
- Offered assistance to students with problem-solving and inquiries related to Motion Builder, Motive, and Marmoset Toolbag.
Education
3D Animator Specialization
CG Spectrum
Richmond Australia06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Animation
California State University Chico
Chico, CA05.2022
Skills
- Autodesk Maya
- Autodesk Motion Builder
- Unreal Engine 5
- OptiTrack
- Motive
- Xsens
- MVN Animate
- Marmoset Toolbag
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe After Effects
Websites
Timeline
Junior Animator
Super Alloy Interactive
09.2022 - 02.2023
Teaching Assistant
CSU Chico
01.2022 - 05.2022
3D Animator Specialization
CG Spectrum
Bachelor of Science - Animation
California State University Chico