Illustrator/ Pre-production Specialist

Professional Summary

Innovative and detail-oriented Production Artist with extensive experience in 3D design, graphic production, and model building across entertainment, retail, and custom cabinetry industries. Skilled in transforming concepts, blueprints, and client visions into compelling digital and physical designs using industry-leading software and traditional artistic techniques. Adept at managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and delivering creative solutions that align with client needs and brand identity.

Core Skills

3D Design Software: 2020 3D Interior Design, Rhino, Maya, ZBrush, Mudbox

Graphic & Visual Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro), Microsoft Office Suite

Design Expertise: Interior design (kitchen, bath, outdoor), concept art, storyboarding, model building, animatics, promotional materials

Production & Fabrication: Wide-format printing, pneumatic cutting, blueprint recreation, novelty design (logos, invitations, large-format prints)

Artistic Knowledge: Composition, perspective, color theory, anatomy, lighting, form, and materials

Project Management: Client communication, deadline management, team collaboration, record-keeping, logistics coordination

Professional Experience

Ideal Cabinetry – Bartow, FL

3D Designer

03/2017 – Present

Create compelling 3D kitchen, bath, and outdoor designs using 2020 3D interior design software.

Translate architectural blueprints and customer requests into detailed 3D renderings.

Maintain consistent communication with clients via email/telephone on project progress.

Consistently achieve high monthly sales numbers by delivering customer-focused design solutions.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met without sacrificing quality.

Merlin Entertainments – Lake Wales, FL

LEGO Model Builder

10/2015 – 01/2017

Contributed to the launch of the largest LEGO model building hub in the Western Hemisphere.

Utilized Rhino and LEGO Brick Build software to design and execute scale models.

Collaborated on team builds and completed solo design projects.

Created detailed build records, modeling techniques, and best practices documentation.

Designed and delivered PowerPoint instructions, illustrations, and Adobe Creative Suite materials for assembly processes.

Translated designer’s model sheets into scale builds while maintaining brand identity.

The UPS Store – Bartow, FL

Sr. Graphic Artist / Logistics Specialist

02/2015 – 10/2015

Designed promotional and concept materials using Adobe Creative Suite.

Operated wide-format printers, cutters, and other print production machinery.

Produced 2D artwork, client-requested concepts, and novelty products including invitations, logos, and signage.

Applied strong artistic principles in composition, materials, and lighting to deliver high-quality products.

Ursa Major Designs – Lakeland, FL

Illustrator/ Concept Artist / Design Consultant

07/1997 – Present

Provide creative consultation and design services to a range of clients.

Deliver conceptual designs, storyboards, and final products using Adobe Creative Suite, Maya, ZBrush, and Mudbox.

Create storyboards and animatics for cinematic and gameplay sequences.

Education

AI/Miami International University of Art & Design – Miami, FL

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Computer Animation

Computer Learning Center – Los Angeles, CA

Certificate, Computer & Electronics Technology

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