Fmod
Sam (Cy) Nelson
Audio Engineer, 2D Artist/Animator
Summary
Versatile Audio Designer and Visual Artist possessing extensive knowledge and professional experience with Reaper, Fmod, Krita and Adobe Premier. Adaptive and resourceful with over 4 years of experience in recording collaborations and solo projects. Comfortable working under pressure and maintaining high energy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Audio Designer
Becker College/School Of Design And Technology
Worcester, MA
08.2020 - Current
- Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements, music compositions, optimized songs, and albums.
- Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
- Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
- Created and maintained sound libraries and set up ambient sound microphones for crowd and cage.
- Collaborated with producers and performers to determine and achieve desired sound for productions.
- Worked with video editors to synchronize audio with video segments.
- Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
- Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
2D Artist
Freelance
Worcester, MA
08.2020 - Current
- Worked alongside writers and producers to create unique designs to translate artistic vision into visual medium.
- Created over 2 worlds with environment, lighting, sound and motion.
- Created lifelike characters with appropriate textures, shadows and features.
- Combined technical and artistic abilities to accomplish challenging animation objectives.
- Used Piskel and Houdini to create computer-generated effects and simulations.
Virtual Photographer
Freelance
Worcester, MA
06.2016 - Current
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Leveraged mechanical mounting systems to improve focus and image stability.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
Restaurant Busser
O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar
Worcester, MA
12.2022 - Current
- Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Game And Interactive Media Design
BSDT At Clark University
Worcester, MA 08.2021 - 2023.05
Skills
Quality assurance
Software
Reaper
Unity
Krita
Adobe Premier
Adobe Photoshop
Aseprite
Accomplishments
- Audio lead in two games (Sweetland Slumber Party and Rapid Rabbit Robot) that showcased at PAX 2023
Timeline
Restaurant Busser
O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar
12.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Game And Interactive Media Design
BSDT At Clark University
08.2021 - 2023.05
Audio Designer
Becker College/School Of Design And Technology
08.2020 - Current
2D Artist
Freelance
08.2020 - Current
Virtual Photographer
Freelance
06.2016 - Current
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