Design Engineer Cover Letter
Resume:
KEITH MORRIS
Willoughby, OH **094
**********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE TO BE PROFESSIONAL, PRODUCTIVE, AND PLAYFUL ALL AT ONCE. EDUCATION CLEVELAND INSTITUTE OF ART. 2009
BFA IN DIGITAL ARTS
3.9 GPA. Relevant coursework includes:
• Designed a video game in collaboration with Case Western students. EA Games teleconferenced for final presentation.
• Worked closely with a NASA Glenn Research member for the 3D stereoscopic “pop-up” projection method utilized in final thesis project.
SKILLS PROFICIENT IN:
• Autodesk 3DS Max, Mud-box
• Blender (3D Software)
• Product design & Model prep for printing
• Character and scene creation
EXPERIENCE RELATED JOBS:
Shapeways
Online Shop Owner for “Chess Chest”
• Create models for 3D printed items as collectibles, décor, and gifts.
• Run and maintain business of shop
BK Cornerstone
3D Artist/Animator
• Create digital models, for various out-put methods including print and animation Red 40 Productions
Lead Animator & Video Editor
• Delegated/Assigned characters to other animators. Edited final animated footage. COVER LETTER
To whom this reaches-
Greetings
My name is Keith Morris, and I have recently discovered your current opening for a 3D printing artist. To be merely interested in this position would be an understatement. Rather, I am thrilled to inquire. Not only are the values and skills needed are assets I possess, but creating is simply who I am, and not just what I do. There is no difference in designing and creating for me. I attended a 5-year program at Cleveland Institute of Art, with a BFA in 2009. At CIA, I was trained in all the aspects of Digital Arts, with 3D Design as my focus. Since then, my skills have been honed, and my knowledge has also been expanded. But most importantly of all, my passion and hunger has only gotten bigger. I will be bold and simple; 3D Design and visualization is what I am most crazy about. My enthusiasm for this particular field is limitless. For my final thesis presentation at CIA, I worked closely with a NASA Glenn employee, (Jay G. Horowitz), to produce stereoscopic imagery. The method we used was peculiar, but very dynamic. We utilized a “pop-up” method, where my 3D models were projected onto the ground, and when viewed through the stereoscopic glasses, appeared to be standing off of the ground. Beyond college is where, upon my own research and discovery, I began to learn about 3D printing and how connected it is to what I had already been learning. Recently, I have opened an online Shapeways shop that specializes in themed and un-themed chess sets, amongst other designs such as home décor and jewelry. For Shapeways, I create 3D models that must adhere to printing guidelines and measurements. This is a newer endeavor for me, and I will have more designs for sale soon. I even had a successful proto-type set printed at the Cleveland Public Library. Although I am not a design engineer or familiar with Auto-CAD, I currently use various types of software to create and finalize models for printing specifications. With all that said, I feel I align closely with the qualifications for this opening. I do not fear neither failure nor success. Each one is a process of learning, and I sincerely take that to heart. I truly hope to hear from you soon. With warm regards
-Keith M.-
PS
Below, you can view some samples of my work. One is of the proto-type chess set I designed and successfully had printed. The above image is the render from the Blender software, and the below image is a photograph of the proto-type printed items. The second sample demonstrates my ability for character and scene creation. PAGE 2
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