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Zak Plucinski

Zak Plucinski

Westlake Village,Ca

Summary

Accomplished Character Designer and Visual Development Artist with a proven track record at Warner Brothers Animation, where I delivered high-quality artwork under tight deadlines. Skilled in advanced illustration techniques and exceptional color theory, I excel in creative storytelling and collaborative teamwork. My work has significantly contributed to the development of style guides, ensuring consistency and enhancing visual storytelling across major animation projects. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Character Designer

Warner Brothers Animation
09.2023 - Current
  • Delivered high-quality artwork under tight deadlines, maintaining a strong attention to detail throughout the design process.

Visual Development/ Character Design

Nickelodeon Animation
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Contributed to the development of style guides, ensuring consistency across all character designs.
  • Delivered high-quality artwork under tight deadlines, maintaining a strong attention to detail throughout the design process.

Visual Development/ Character Design

Dreamworks Animation
04.2022 - 03.2023
  • Delivered high-quality artwork under tight deadlines, maintaining a strong attention to detail throughout the design process.

Visual Development/ Character Design

Warner Brother Animation
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • Delivered high-quality artwork under tight deadlines, maintaining a strong attention to detail throughout the design process.

Storyboard Artist

Oddbot Animation
07.2020 - 02.2021
  • Interpreted stories into drawings that flowed according to director's vision.

Visual Development / Character Design

Warner Brother Animation
06.2017 - 07.2020
  • Contributed to the development of style guides, ensuring consistency across all character designs.

Character Designer

Nickelodeon Animation
06.2017 - 01.2018
  • Delivered high-quality artwork under tight deadlines, maintaining a strong attention to detail throughout the design process.

Character Designer

Hasbro Animation
05.2016 - 06.2017
  • Delivered high-quality artwork under tight deadlines, maintaining a strong attention to detail throughout the design process.

Visual Development Artist

Lucas Film Animation
01.2016 - 05.2016
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.

Visual Development / Character Designer/Storyboard Artist

Warner Brother Animation
06.2013 - 10.2015
  • Contributed to the development of style guides, ensuring consistency across all character designs.

Storyboard Revisionist

Warner Brother Animation
01.2013 - 01.2012
  • Enhanced visual storytelling by creating dynamic and engaging storyboards for various animation projects.

Visual Development Artist/ Character Designer/ Storyboard Revisionist/ Prop Designer /Color Script

Warner Brother Animation
07.2010 - 01.2012
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Illustration/Art History

Savannah College Of Art And Design
Savannah Georgia
06-1993

Skills

  • Problem Solving Prowess
  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Expert Concept Development
  • Storyboarding Capabilities
  • Problem-Solving
  • Reliability
  • Self Motivation
  • Artistic Design
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Visual storytelling

Imdb

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2645690/

Timeline

Character Designer

Warner Brothers Animation
09.2023 - Current

Visual Development/ Character Design

Nickelodeon Animation
07.2023 - 09.2023

Visual Development/ Character Design

Dreamworks Animation
04.2022 - 03.2023

Visual Development/ Character Design

Warner Brother Animation
02.2021 - 04.2022

Storyboard Artist

Oddbot Animation
07.2020 - 02.2021

Visual Development / Character Design

Warner Brother Animation
06.2017 - 07.2020

Character Designer

Nickelodeon Animation
06.2017 - 01.2018

Character Designer

Hasbro Animation
05.2016 - 06.2017

Visual Development Artist

Lucas Film Animation
01.2016 - 05.2016

Visual Development / Character Designer/Storyboard Artist

Warner Brother Animation
06.2013 - 10.2015

Storyboard Revisionist

Warner Brother Animation
01.2013 - 01.2012

Visual Development Artist/ Character Designer/ Storyboard Revisionist/ Prop Designer /Color Script

Warner Brother Animation
07.2010 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Illustration/Art History

Savannah College Of Art And Design
Zak Plucinski