Instructional design, 3D Animation
Resume:
Andrew Alan Nicholas
Arvada, CO 80005
**************@*****.***
Objective
To be employed at a progressive forward looking company; where I can provide the best of my skills and talents.
Skills
• Applications: Photoshop, Dreamweaver, InDesign, LightWave 3D, Final Cut Pro, Flash, DVD Studio, AutoCAD ADT, Captivate, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Quark Xpress, MS Office Applications, HTML/XHTML, CSS, Sonic ReelDVD and Director.
• A working knowledge of Windows and Macintosh systems using expert-level skills and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Certified: Environmental, Health, and Safety Training for Hazardous Waste Operations.
Employment
Dish Network, L.L.C.; Englewood, CO (6/07 to 7/09)
Analyst/Developer I
Develop and organize training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials. Plan, and provide training and staff development programs, using classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops. Created interactive software simulations for employees in the IT department. Crafted internal communications for the IT department and proof read other team members work as needed. Ability to apply creative and flexible problem solving skills to design projects while adhering to corporate branding standards and client requirements.
JVL Associates Inc.; Westminster, CO (6/06 to 3/07)
Architectural Drafter
Develop working drawings for local builders including numerous customer options. Prepared technical drawings and plans from customer prints and Architect sketches. Provide quality assurance by checking other drafters drawings for errors and consistency. Update older drawings to meet newer regulations and specify dimensions, materials, and procedures. Maintained solid document and revision control. Provide strong customer relations and project management skills. Self-manage schedules and tasks. Balance multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
Hazen Research; Golden, CO (5/04 to 6/06)
Research Technician
Perform laboratory studies of steps in manufacture of new product and test proposed process in small scale operation (pilot plant). Design measurement and control systems for pilot plant operations. Setting up Pilot plant test equipment, such as computer control systems and sensors. Perform tests throughout stages of production to determine degree of control over variables, including temperature, density, specific gravity, and pressure. Our projects involved multiple techniques for testing, ore samples. Some involved acids, heat, autoclaves, slurries, float plant operations and electrowinning. In addition communicated and document any potential problems or modifications if needed.
Freelance; Arvada, CO (2/03 to 4/04)
Video Editor/ Animator
Edited video using both linear and non-linear methods. Cut shot sequences to different angles at specific points in scenes, making each individual cut as fluid and seamless as possible. Set up and operate computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units in order to produce a final product. Design complex graphics and animation, using independent judgment, using computer animation or modeling programs. Script, plan, and create animated narrative sequences under tight deadlines, using computer software and hand drawing techniques. Create engaging multimedia presentations such as trade show exhibits, DVDs, and online training elements.
Red Rocks Community College; Lakewood, CO (8/99 to 12/02)
Animation Instructor
Teach LightWave 3D, a professional production modeling and animation application. Including the use of lighting, texture, camera motion and sound to provoke a predefined mood. Utilized additional third party programs as needed for texturing and compositing. Teach the fundamentals of drawing storyboards for television commercials, movies, and animated features. Also covered voice over work and camera tracking and geometry reconstruction.
Education
Associate of General Studies (5/97) Red Rocks Community College; Lakewood, CO Emphasis in Graphics and Animation
Associate of Technical Drafting (5/93) Aztech College; Tempe, AZ Emphasis in Mechanical Drafting Minor Emphasis in Architectural Drafting
Dreamweaver CS3 I & II (10/08) New Horizons; Englewood, CO
Flash CS3 I (10/08) New Horizons; Englewood, CO
Evergreen Sr High; Evergreen, CO
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