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EXPERIENCE

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Detailed CV

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Todd

Animator focused on character development and high-quality animation. Passionate about
bringing ideas from concept to final product. Proficient in Adobe, Autodesk, and ToonBoom
software. 3D Experience with Autodesk Maya and Blender 3D. Also trained in traditional media; Acryllic, Charcoal, Clay, Graphite, Ink, Metal, and Wood.

Mobile, AL 

 

E-mail: zaktoddanimations@gmail.com

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Skills
Software Knowledge
Exhibitions

  • Animation Pipeline Understanding

  • Camera Operation

  • Collaboration

  • Communication

  • Composition

  • Creativity

  • Creative Writing

  • Digital Modeling

  • Leadership

  • Lighting

  • Multitasking

  • Presentation Skills

  • Problem Solving

  • Proficiency in 2D and 3D animation software

  • Storyboarding

  • Storytelling

  • Time Management

  • Abode Animate

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Adobe After Effects

  • Adobe Premiere Pro

  • Adobe Media Encoder

  • Adobe Audition

  • Adobe Illustrator

  • Adobe Creative Suite

  • Autodesk Maya

  • Autodesk Mudbox

  • Autodesk Sketchbook

  • Blender 

  • ToonBoom Harmony

  • Clipstudio Paint

  • Corel Draw

  • Audacity

  • Microsoft Office

  • Microsoft Word

  • Microsoft Excel

  • Microsoft Powerpoint

"Pro Prac Art Attack!" Group Exhibition
University of South Alabama Visual Arts Gallery, Mobile, AL

November 2018

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"Essence in Frame: Exploration of the Charcoal Spirit" Solo Exhibition
University of South Alabama Marx Library 2nd Floor Gallery, Mobile, AL

July-August 2019

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"Lonnie Johnson" Festival of Flowers installment with the Mobile Arts Council and Amp Up Arts
Cathedral Square, Mobile, AL

March 2024

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Film Festivals
Mobile Animation Film Festival (MAFF) 2020
Alabama Contemporary Art Center, Mobile, AL

October 2020

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Education​
The University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL

August 2015 - May 2020​

 

Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts: Double Primary in Animation and Sculpture.

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Honors and Accomplishments

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  • Recipient of the Robert Snell Scholarship in Art (2 years, 2018-2020)

  • Dean's List in Fine Arts (3 years, 2017-2020)

  • President's Scholars List (2019-2020)

  • Founded and Elected to President of the University of South Alabama Animation Association (USAAA) (2018-2020)

  • Founded and Elected to President of the University of South Alabama Sculptor's Guild (2019-2020)

  • Webmaster, Secretary, and Warden to Phi Lambda Chapter of Phi Boota roota, National Percussion Fraternity. (2017-2020)

  • Elected to National Webmaster of Phi Boota roota, National Percussion Fraternity. (2018-2021)

  • Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success. (NSLS)

  • Host/Producer/Showrunner of "Jag Arcade" JagTV, on-campus television station. (2015-2018)

  • Member of the University of South Alabama Jaguar Marching Band. (2015-2018)

Work experience
Float Artist
Pharoahs Mardi Gras Organization, Mobile, AL

October 2021-February 2022

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  • Design graphics for parade floats.

  • Sketch and paint approved designs to canvas-based floats.

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Instructor- Intro to Character Design
Mobile Contemporary Art Center, Mobile, AL

June 2021 (Ongoing, Seasonal)

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  • Designed lesson plans to explain the fundamentals of character design for beginners.

  • Successfully achieved student participation by utilizing thematic group activities.

  • Performed interactive demonstrations of the basic principles of character design.

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2D Animator
DRK Studios, Remote Contract

September 2021-December 2021

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  • Animate characters in Adobe Animate.

  • Composite and render footage.

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Digital Marketing Animator 
Denny Manufacturing, Mobile, AL

October 2020-November 2021​

 

  • Create Motion Graphics for the use of promoting company sales and branding.

  • Compile and Edit footage for promotional purposes.

  • Designing graphic elements for email flows

  • Create and design various Landing Pages for company website.

  • Create and plan posts for company social media platforms.

  • Study social media analytics.

  • Report to the Director of Marketing

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Freelance Artist. 
Mobile, AL

August 2017-Present​

 

  • Concept Artist for the Xtreme South Football League 5th year anniversary logo.

  • Character and Concept Design for Escape Reality Films, YouTube Channel.

  • Provided storyboarding for The Comic Experience, YouTube Channel.

  • Designed Logo, Banners, and Emotes for CutoverJester, Twitch Channel.

  • Designed the logo of the band Nihilus.

  • Provided Graphic Design for “Super Worlds” book series.

  • Designed Logo and Banner for TnA_Reacts, YouTube Channel.

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Project Leader/Character Animator.
Can Man Dumpster Rentals, Mobile, AL

​September 2019 - May 2020

 

  • Provided first-rate, hand-drawn animation for television and cinematic use on Adobe software.

  • Combined technical and artistic abilities to accomplish challenging animation objectives.

  • Managed team meetings and progress. 

  • Defined responsibilities, duties, and roles of each member.

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Event Assistant
Events by Todd, Mobile, AL

August 2014 - May 2020

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  • Responsible for equipment setup and installation including props, lighting, trussing, and video.

  • Responsible for camera operation.

  • Created graphics for specific events.

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