Noah T. Smith

910-***-**** • adlmjb@r.postjobfree.com • http://www.linkedin.com/in/smithnoaht

Site: www.game2create.com • Vimeo: vimeo.com/game2create

MOTION GRAPHICS ARTIST & VIDEO PRODUCER

Highly creative and multi-talented artist and leader with 10+ years of experience in video production, animation, and 3D modeling design. Skilled in translating subject matter into concrete designs for a wide range of organizational needs. Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills; build excellent rapport with clients, driving successful product life cycles and coordinate graphical and design changes. Excel within deadline-driven environments, operating with strict budget requirements.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

●Video Production, Videography, Video Editing, Motion Graphics, Visual Effects

●Animation, Compositing, Green Screen Replacement

●3D Modeling, Texturing/UV Map Editing, 3D CAD Conversion, Illustration

PLATFORMS:

Windows 7/10, Macintosh OS X / 9

SOFTWARE:

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), Adobe After Effects, Premiere, Video Copilot Element 3D, Trapcode Particular, Autodesk 3D Studio Max, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Thermo Fisher Scientific, Tewksbury, MA

Motion Graphics Artist, 5/2014 – 11/2020

Accountable for 3D CAD model conversions and texturing/UV mapping. Produced animations, motion graphics, visual effects, and video edits.

Key Achievements:

●Resolved a video rendering issue by a third party vendor within 90 minutes, effectively saving the company $10,000 and one week of time for repairs.

●Researched and suggested a 3D workflow pipeline to increase productivity and improve the overall quality of productions.

●Offered key recommendations and guidance on hardware and software requirements to improve render complexity and time outputs.

Freelance, Various Locations

Digital Media Designer, 10/2007-Present

Translated diverse subject matter into various media projects. Produced animations, videos, and graphics for clientele.

Select Projects:

●Faith Assembly of God: Provided live- and post-video editing, multi-camera synchronization, and motion graphics.

●Anzu Partners: Designed animations, motion graphics, and vector graphics.

●Ravens Mark Productions: Directed rotoscoping, motion-tracking, and visual effects.

●South Attleboro Assembly of God: Offered camera work, editing, and motion graphics expertise to videos.

●Boston Festival of Indie Games: Supplied video editing and motion graphics services.

●CrossFit 508: Led video production, motion graphics, and graphic designs for promotional collateral.

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Hasbro, Pawtucket, RI

Digital Assembly/Illustration Designer, 10/2012 - 3/2013

Designed and generated 3D models and renderings as a part of KRE-O production team.

Key Achievements:

●Performed high quantities of KRE-O product renders, streamlining existing processes to handle mass production.

Camber Corporation, Fayetteville, NC

Graphic Artist/Flash Designer, 1/2011 – 5/2012

Oversaw e-learning module design lifecycle from conception to completion; offered programming, animation, photo manipulation and vector creation.

Key Achievements:

●Successfully took over direction of the NeighborWorks of America e-learning modules, a responsibility that was previously held by 10, and received multiple commendations for an effectual and efficient transition.

MJ Soffe LLC, Fayetteville, NC

Digital Production Tech, 3/2010 – 10/2010

Oversaw video production and motion graphics for corporate marketing collateral.

Key Achievements:

●Recognized by the CEO of MJ Soffe’s parent company, Delta Apparel, for exceeding workplace expectations and crafting a higher quality video than previously commissioned.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Digital Arts and Design, 2008

Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

●Valedictorian (3.85 GPA)

●Recipient of the Advanced Achiever Award, Recipient of the Course Director's Award - 3D Animation

●Recipient of the Course, Director's Award - Digital Publishing

●Recipient of the Course Director's Award - Game Content Creation Project

VOLUNTEERISM COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

Faith Assembly, Greenville, NC

Homeless Shelter Preparation/Cook, 08/2019 - PRESENT

●Responsible for food prep, cooking, and clean-up for community outreach.

Citizen Schools, Chelsea, MA

Board Game Design/Educator, 10/2014 – 12/2014

●Created curriculum for a 10-week educational program instructing kids on basic game design techniques. Taught students how to build game boards, tokens, and develop unique rule sets.

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