3D/2D Freelance Artist with 10+ years of experience seeking work pertaining to my skills as well as learning new skills. Delivered skills in multiple fields such as 3D/2D art, technical support, customer support, past software testing, and writing.
Hi, I’m
Matthew Weldon
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Self-employeed
Freelance Artist/Writer
04.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Creating 2D and 3D art for various projects and commissions with my skills in game development, graphic design, illustration/drawing.
- Writing/publishing self-published novels and short stories using my writing skills.
- Using Game Development and Microsoft Office 365 apps respectively
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
U-Haul
Computer Support Specialist/Senior Tech
09.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Promoted from a Junior Tech.
- Assist U-Haul Affiliates and U-Haul-owned centers with the WebSelfStorage system, resolving questions and problems they would encounter using my tech support/customer service skills.
- Maintained junior tech performance through coaching sessions.
- Assist with manager/leadership duties.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive IT solutions for business needs.
- Maintained documentation and resources regarding problem resolution for reference in future instances.
- Tracked issue resolution policies to maintain compliance with internal standards.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving technical issues.
- Use Twilio, Cisco, Ivanti, Microsoft Office 365
Education
Art Institute of PhoenixPhoenix, AZ
Bachelor’s Degree from Game Art & Design
12.2013
University Overview
Learned drawing, 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, rendering, design/program games, and creative writing
East Valley Institute of Technology
Certification from 3D Animation
05.2010
University Overview
Learned the fundamentals of 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, and rendering
Skills
- Game Development apps (Blender, 3DS Max, Adobe Photoshop, Unreal Engine, Adobe Substance Painter)
- Art apps (Clip Studio, Adobe Photoshop)
- Microsoft Office 365 products
- Video recording/editing apps (Davinci Resolve, Sony Vegas, OBS)
- Team Leadership
- Writing
- Graphic design skills
- 3D modeling, sculpting, animation, texturing, lighting, and drawing skills
- Remote support
- Problem-solving abilities
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Self-published multiple novels.
- Self-published a video game.
- Competed in a High School level 3D Animation Skills USA competition in 2010 and successfully placed 1st in Regionals, 1st in State, and 19th in Nations.
- Inducted into the Nation Technical Honor Society in 2010
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Computer Support Specialist/Senior Tech
U-Haul
09.2018 - Current
Freelance Artist/Writer
Self-employeed
04.2014 - Current
East Valley Institute of Technology
Certification from 3D Animation
Art Institute of Phoenix
Bachelor’s Degree from Game Art & Design
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