Michael Pardoe MP
Fairfax, VA 22030
*******.******@*****.***
www.michaelpardoe.com
Summary
Versatile animator with a history of working in a variety of roles such as animation, visual effects, photography, concept illustration, and film. Adept at mastering new software platforms and techniques. Dedicated professional, able to excel in any position in a collaborative environment. Skills
Detail-oriented illustrator skilled in developing and translating concepts into art Talented animator with specialization in digital 2D/traditional formats and experience in 3D formats Proficient with an array of software including;
Adobe Photoshop (Adobe
certified expert 2007 & 2013)
Adobe Flash
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
AutoDesk 3DS Max
AutoDesk Maya
Cinema 4D
Final Cut Pro
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Illustrator
TV Paint
Dragonfame
Microsoft Office
Experience Animator - Contractual
Cool Girl (short film) - Vancouver, Canada (remote work) Mar 2015 – Ongoing Sole animator for the animated short film “Cool Girl.” Responsible for all aspects of animation. Worked closely with director during preproduction to translate initial vision into fully developed characters. Creating all animated assets using the Adobe Creative Suite. Working independently via video conferences with the director, producers and visual effects supervisor, to produce the film. Technical Director/Animator - Contractual
Safronov Nikolay Stephanovitch, London, UK Jun 2014 - Oct 2014 Worked in a team of five to produce an animated promotional video for Russian artist Safronov Nikolay Stephanovitch. Responsible for developing methodology and animating assets for the video. Director/Lead Animator – Contractual
The Royal Society Winton Book Awards - London, UK Sep 2013 – Nov 2013 Directed a three-person team to produce two 15-second animated shorts incorporating traditional 2D, 3D matte painting and 3D animation using Maya and the Adobe Creative Suite. Both shorts were selected from a field of 200 entries for two of six available spots at the Winton Book Awards presentation ceremony.
Photographer
Peter Cutts Photography - Washington D.C. Sep 2006 – Jul 2014 Served as primary and assistant photographer for political events, conventions and business portraiture in cities along the United States eastern seaboard. Interfaced directly with clients to evaluate requirements and design product packages. Assembled and led photography teams for large conventions and events to include all phases of service from planning through product delivery. Education Bachelor of Arts in Animation Sep 2011 – Jul 2104 University of the Arts London, London, UK