PDI/Dreamworks Company
Industry: Computer animation company
DescriptionPacific Data Images was an American computer animation production company that was bought by DreamWorks SKG in 2000. It was renamed PDI/DreamWorks and was owned by DreamWorks Animation. Founded in 1980 by Carl Rosendahl, PDI was one of the pioneers of the computer animation. Defunct: January 22, 2015 Founder: Carl Rosendahl Founded: January 1, 1980, Redwood City, CA Fate: Closure Parent organizations: DreamWorks Animation, Universal Pictures, NBCUniversal
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PDI/Dreamworks Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Selim Tuvi Selim Tuvi's PDI/Dreamworks Experience April 2008 - May 2015
Job Senior Production Engineer at Industrial Light & Magic
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Industrial Light & Magic June 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks April 2008 - May 2015
Stanford Linear Accelerator Center February 2002 - April 2008
Rockwell Scientific June 1998 - February 2002
InterMax Solutions December 1995 - June 1998
ALP Consulting & Development Corp June 1989 - December 1995
Skills
Python, Java, MySQL, XML, Visual Studio, C++, Qt, Linux, JavaScript, Software Development
Education
New York University 1987 — 1989
M.S., Computer Science
1983 — 1987
B.S., Computer Science
Industrial Light & Magic June 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks April 2008 - May 2015
Stanford Linear Accelerator Center February 2002 - April 2008
Rockwell Scientific June 1998 - February 2002
InterMax Solutions December 1995 - June 1998
ALP Consulting & Development Corp June 1989 - December 1995
Skills
Python, Java, MySQL, XML, Visual Studio, C++, Qt, Linux, JavaScript, Software Development
Education
New York University 1987 — 1989
M.S., Computer Science
1983 — 1987
B.S., Computer Science
Loren Van Wiel Loren Van Wiel's PDI/Dreamworks Experience May 2009 - September 2009
Job
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Laika January 2013 - May 2014
Bent Image Lab August 2012 - October 2012
Laika November 2010 - July 2012
Bent Image Lab March 2010 - June 2010
PDI/Dreamworks May 2009 - September 2009
Laika Entertainment April 2007 - October 2008
Second Story March 2006 - October 2006
Meteor Studios August 2005 - October 2005
The Orphanage April 2005 - June 2005
Sour Apple Productions January 2005 - March 2005
Skills
Compositing, After Effects, Animation, Rotoscoping, Shake, Motion Graphics, Silhouette, Digital Painting, Lighting, Stereoscopic, Color Correction, Live Action, Film, Nuke
Education
Academy of Art University 2000 — 2004
BFA
Laika January 2013 - May 2014
Bent Image Lab August 2012 - October 2012
Laika November 2010 - July 2012
Bent Image Lab March 2010 - June 2010
PDI/Dreamworks May 2009 - September 2009
Laika Entertainment April 2007 - October 2008
Second Story March 2006 - October 2006
Meteor Studios August 2005 - October 2005
The Orphanage April 2005 - June 2005
Sour Apple Productions January 2005 - March 2005
Skills
Compositing, After Effects, Animation, Rotoscoping, Shake, Motion Graphics, Silhouette, Digital Painting, Lighting, Stereoscopic, Color Correction, Live Action, Film, Nuke
Education
Academy of Art University 2000 — 2004
BFA
Robert Helms Robert Helms's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2009 - March 2015
Job Software Engineer II at Dreamworks Animation
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Dreamworks Animation March 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks July 2009 - March 2015
Double Negative October 2006 - October 2008
Double Negative Visual Effects October 2006 - October 2008
Rhythm & Hues April 2003 - October 2006
Skills
Character Rigging, Rigging, Maya, Character Animation, MEL, Python, C++, PyQt, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, Feature Films, Special Effects, Pipeline Development, Development Tools, Pre-visualization, Characters, Computer Animation, Character, Animation, Linux
Education
Clemson University 1995 — 2003
BS Electrical Engineering, MFA Digital Production, Engineering, Computer Science, Special Effects in Film
Dreamworks Animation March 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks July 2009 - March 2015
Double Negative October 2006 - October 2008
Double Negative Visual Effects October 2006 - October 2008
Rhythm & Hues April 2003 - October 2006
Skills
Character Rigging, Rigging, Maya, Character Animation, MEL, Python, C++, PyQt, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, Feature Films, Special Effects, Pipeline Development, Development Tools, Pre-visualization, Characters, Computer Animation, Character, Animation, Linux
Education
Clemson University 1995 — 2003
BS Electrical Engineering, MFA Digital Production, Engineering, Computer Science, Special Effects in Film
Jim Conrads Jim Conrads's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 2007 - December 2007
Job Farmer & Owner of Blue Oaks Farm
Industry Farming
Experience
Blue Oaks Farm October 2013 - Present
Dogtown Farm & Kitchen July 2012 - September 2013
DreamWorks Animation July 2008 - July 2012
PDI/Dreamworks June 2007 - December 2007
Revolution Studios December 2000 - March 2007
THE HARD EASY November 2005 - May 2006
Marty Katz Productions August 1999 - October 2000
Skills
Scuba Diving, Photography, Cooking, Contract Negotiation, Production Managment, Project Management, Recruiting, University Relations, Research Management, Budget, Web Design, Digital Photography, Video Production, Blogging, Organic Farming, urban farming, Compost, vermicompost, urban homesteading, Preserving, Pickles, Farmers Markets, Farmers, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Volunteer Training, Volunteering, Sailing, Knife Skills, Baking, Carpentry, MIG welding, Budgets, Character Animation, Avid Media Composer, After Effects
Education
Northwestern University 1995 — 1999
BS
Greenwich High School 1992 — 1995
Northwestern University - National High School Institute (Cherubs) 1994 — 1994
Brunswick School 1986 — 1992
Blue Oaks Farm October 2013 - Present
Dogtown Farm & Kitchen July 2012 - September 2013
DreamWorks Animation July 2008 - July 2012
PDI/Dreamworks June 2007 - December 2007
Revolution Studios December 2000 - March 2007
THE HARD EASY November 2005 - May 2006
Marty Katz Productions August 1999 - October 2000
Skills
Scuba Diving, Photography, Cooking, Contract Negotiation, Production Managment, Project Management, Recruiting, University Relations, Research Management, Budget, Web Design, Digital Photography, Video Production, Blogging, Organic Farming, urban farming, Compost, vermicompost, urban homesteading, Preserving, Pickles, Farmers Markets, Farmers, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Volunteer Training, Volunteering, Sailing, Knife Skills, Baking, Carpentry, MIG welding, Budgets, Character Animation, Avid Media Composer, After Effects
Education
Northwestern University 1995 — 1999
BS
Greenwich High School 1992 — 1995
Northwestern University - National High School Institute (Cherubs) 1994 — 1994
Brunswick School 1986 — 1992
Jonathan Boden Jonathan Boden's PDI/Dreamworks Experience May 2008 - October 2008
Job Digital Media Coordinator On Air Promo
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
CBS Corporation April 2013 - Present
Freelance November 2011 - April 2013
Digital Domain September 2010 - December 2010
Geek Tyrant March 2010 - September 2010
Comedy Central October 2009 - March 2010
PDI/Dreamworks May 2008 - October 2008
Halestorm Entertainment February 2007 - August 2007
NPR June 2005 - January 2007
Skills
Film, Television, Post Production, Final Cut Pro, Editing, Avid Media Composer, Voice Over, Acting, Entertainment, Video Production, Broadcast, Visual Effects, Screenwriting, Animation, Sales, Avid, Film Production, Jazz Piano, Teaching, Foreign Languages, News Writing, Marketing, Social Media
Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Communication in Broadcast Journalism
Los Medanos College 2004 — 2005
Certificate, Recording Arts, 3.5
CBS Corporation April 2013 - Present
Freelance November 2011 - April 2013
Digital Domain September 2010 - December 2010
Geek Tyrant March 2010 - September 2010
Comedy Central October 2009 - March 2010
PDI/Dreamworks May 2008 - October 2008
Halestorm Entertainment February 2007 - August 2007
NPR June 2005 - January 2007
Skills
Film, Television, Post Production, Final Cut Pro, Editing, Avid Media Composer, Voice Over, Acting, Entertainment, Video Production, Broadcast, Visual Effects, Screenwriting, Animation, Sales, Avid, Film Production, Jazz Piano, Teaching, Foreign Languages, News Writing, Marketing, Social Media
Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Communication in Broadcast Journalism
Los Medanos College 2004 — 2005
Certificate, Recording Arts, 3.5
David Gainey's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 1995 - May 1996
Job Independent Animator
Industry Media Production
Experience
Gainey Studios April 2014 - Present
Trion Worlds June 2009 - December 2012
Electronic Arts June 2005 - January 2009
Industrial Light + Magic February 2001 - July 2004
DreamWorks Animation June 1996 - September 1999
PDI/DreamWorks June 1995 - May 1996
Lucasfilm October 1991 - August 1992
Education
Dominican University of California 2003 — 2005
BA, Humanities
Yale School of Drama 1992 — 1993
Professional Certificate, Technical Design and Production
Rice University 1989 — 1991
Architecture
Gainey Studios April 2014 - Present
Trion Worlds June 2009 - December 2012
Electronic Arts June 2005 - January 2009
Industrial Light + Magic February 2001 - July 2004
DreamWorks Animation June 1996 - September 1999
PDI/DreamWorks June 1995 - May 1996
Lucasfilm October 1991 - August 1992
Education
Dominican University of California 2003 — 2005
BA, Humanities
Yale School of Drama 1992 — 1993
Professional Certificate, Technical Design and Production
Rice University 1989 — 1991
Architecture
Rachel Falk Rachel Falk's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 1998 - 2005
Job
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Donner Land & Homes, Inc. October 2010 - Present
Rachel Falk Massage & Bodywork August 2006 - March 2011
DreamWorks Animation January 2000 - May 2005
PDI/DreamWorks 1998 - 2005
Pacific Data Images 1995 - 1999
ILM 1990 - 1993
NYIT 1985 - 1990
NYIT Computer Graphics Lab 1987 - 1989
Skills
Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, After Effects, Film Production, Real Estate, Art, Training, Lighting, Maya, Rendering, Character Animation, Animation, Film, Feature Films, Management, Visual Effects
Education
New York Institute of Technology 1983 — 1985
MA
Parsons School of Design 1977 — 1980
BFA
Body Therapy Center
Over 700 Hours of Body Work Classes
Donner Land & Homes, Inc. October 2010 - Present
Rachel Falk Massage & Bodywork August 2006 - March 2011
DreamWorks Animation January 2000 - May 2005
PDI/DreamWorks 1998 - 2005
Pacific Data Images 1995 - 1999
ILM 1990 - 1993
NYIT 1985 - 1990
NYIT Computer Graphics Lab 1987 - 1989
Skills
Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, After Effects, Film Production, Real Estate, Art, Training, Lighting, Maya, Rendering, Character Animation, Animation, Film, Feature Films, Management, Visual Effects
Education
New York Institute of Technology 1983 — 1985
MA
Parsons School of Design 1977 — 1980
BFA
Body Therapy Center
Over 700 Hours of Body Work Classes
Masato Ikura Masato Ikura's PDI/Dreamworks Experience August 2008 - September 2014
Job Technical Artist at Storm8
Industry Computer Games
Experience
Storm8 September 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks August 2008 - September 2014
EA 2008 - 2008
IBM May 2007 - December 2007
Sony PCL June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Maya, Game Development, Python, OpenGL, Computer Graphics, Scripting, User Interface Design, Flash, Video Games, Perforce, Game Design, Nuke, Animation, 3D, Computer Animation, C++, Photoshop, After Effects, Art, Character Animation, Visual Effects, MEL
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2006 — 2008
MET, Entertainment Technology
Cornell University 2002 — 2006
BS, Computer Science
Storm8 September 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks August 2008 - September 2014
EA 2008 - 2008
IBM May 2007 - December 2007
Sony PCL June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Maya, Game Development, Python, OpenGL, Computer Graphics, Scripting, User Interface Design, Flash, Video Games, Perforce, Game Design, Nuke, Animation, 3D, Computer Animation, C++, Photoshop, After Effects, Art, Character Animation, Visual Effects, MEL
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2006 — 2008
MET, Entertainment Technology
Cornell University 2002 — 2006
BS, Computer Science
Kevin Cureton Kevin Cureton's PDI/Dreamworks Experience October 1997 - October 2002
Job Lead Tools Engineer at KIXEYE
Industry Computer Games
Experience
KIXEYE March 2015 - Present
Phresheez October 2008 - Present
Artella January 2012 - January 2015
Animation Mentor November 2010 - January 2015
Tippett Studio December 2009 - October 2010
Tippett Studio May 2007 - October 2010
Mind The Gap, Inc. June 2005 - May 2007
Electronic Arts October 2002 - May 2005
PDI/Dreamworks October 1997 - October 2002
First Virtual Holdings October 1996 - October 1997
Skills
Visual Effects, Server Architecture, iPhone development, Pipelines, Python, Rendering, Film, C++, Programming, Perl, Linux, C, Software Development, HTML, MySQL, User Interface, Renderman, Problem Solving, Scripting, Engineering, 3D, Computer Graphics, Objective-C, Xcode, Interface Builder, Django, PyQt, Perforce, Ruby, Linux System..., PostgreSQL, Apache 2, iPhone Application..., Apache, Video Games, iOS development, Distributed Systems, JavaScript
Education
North Carolina State University 1989 — 1991
MS
Texas A&M University 1985 — 1989
BS
KIXEYE March 2015 - Present
Phresheez October 2008 - Present
Artella January 2012 - January 2015
Animation Mentor November 2010 - January 2015
Tippett Studio December 2009 - October 2010
Tippett Studio May 2007 - October 2010
Mind The Gap, Inc. June 2005 - May 2007
Electronic Arts October 2002 - May 2005
PDI/Dreamworks October 1997 - October 2002
First Virtual Holdings October 1996 - October 1997
Skills
Visual Effects, Server Architecture, iPhone development, Pipelines, Python, Rendering, Film, C++, Programming, Perl, Linux, C, Software Development, HTML, MySQL, User Interface, Renderman, Problem Solving, Scripting, Engineering, 3D, Computer Graphics, Objective-C, Xcode, Interface Builder, Django, PyQt, Perforce, Ruby, Linux System..., PostgreSQL, Apache 2, iPhone Application..., Apache, Video Games, iOS development, Distributed Systems, JavaScript
Education
North Carolina State University 1989 — 1991
MS
Texas A&M University 1985 — 1989
BS
Rob O'Neill Rob O'Neill's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2002 - 2004
Job Director, Writer, Character Technologist
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
DreamWorks Animation February 2011 - Present
Pratt Institute 2006 - February 2011
Kickstand 2007 - 2011
Pratt Institute 2004 - 2011
Eyebeam 2005 - 2006
Charlex 2004 - 2005
Parsons School of Design 2004 - 2005
PDI/Dreamworks 2002 - 2004
Eyebeam 2001 - 2002
American Museum of Natural History 1997 - 2001
Skills
Maya, MEL, Computer Animation, Animation, Character Rigging, Character Animation, Computer Graphics, Technical Direction, Programming, Python, 3D, Feature Films, Teaching, Pipeline Development, Rigging, Creative Direction, Visual Effects, After Effects, Video Games, Film Production, C++, Compositing, Motion Graphics, Research, Anatomy, Special Effects, Texturing, Storyboarding, Film, Anthropology, 3D Modeling, Modeling, Directing, Evolutionary Biology, Natural History, Team Building, Software Design, 3D animation, Creative Concept..., Screenwriting
Education
Parsons School of Design 1999 — 2001
MFA, Digital Design and Technology
City University of New York-Brooklyn College 1993 — 1997
BA, Anthropology and Archaeology
DreamWorks Animation February 2011 - Present
Pratt Institute 2006 - February 2011
Kickstand 2007 - 2011
Pratt Institute 2004 - 2011
Eyebeam 2005 - 2006
Charlex 2004 - 2005
Parsons School of Design 2004 - 2005
PDI/Dreamworks 2002 - 2004
Eyebeam 2001 - 2002
American Museum of Natural History 1997 - 2001
Skills
Maya, MEL, Computer Animation, Animation, Character Rigging, Character Animation, Computer Graphics, Technical Direction, Programming, Python, 3D, Feature Films, Teaching, Pipeline Development, Rigging, Creative Direction, Visual Effects, After Effects, Video Games, Film Production, C++, Compositing, Motion Graphics, Research, Anatomy, Special Effects, Texturing, Storyboarding, Film, Anthropology, 3D Modeling, Modeling, Directing, Evolutionary Biology, Natural History, Team Building, Software Design, 3D animation, Creative Concept..., Screenwriting
Education
Parsons School of Design 1999 — 2001
MFA, Digital Design and Technology
City University of New York-Brooklyn College 1993 — 1997
BA, Anthropology and Archaeology
Cara Khan Cara Khan's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2008 - November 2014
Job Texture Artist at Magic Leap, Inc.
Industry Animation
Experience
Magic Leap, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Cara Khan Illustration January 2004 - January 2015
PDI/Dreamworks July 2008 - November 2014
Staffing Specialists January 2004 - October 2004
Skills
Texturing, Traditional Animation, Illustration, Photoshop, Maya, Computer Animation, Digital Painting, Texture Painting, Look Development, Digital Illustration, Conceptual Art, Zbrush, After Effects, Lighting, 3D, Illustrator, Computer Graphics, Animation, Premiere, Video Games, Art
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 2004 — 2008
BFA, Computer Animation
Magic Leap, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Cara Khan Illustration January 2004 - January 2015
PDI/Dreamworks July 2008 - November 2014
Staffing Specialists January 2004 - October 2004
Skills
Texturing, Traditional Animation, Illustration, Photoshop, Maya, Computer Animation, Digital Painting, Texture Painting, Look Development, Digital Illustration, Conceptual Art, Zbrush, After Effects, Lighting, 3D, Illustrator, Computer Graphics, Animation, Premiere, Video Games, Art
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 2004 — 2008
BFA, Computer Animation
Sarah Chin Sarah Chin's PDI/Dreamworks Experience December 2010 - December 2013
Job Producer
Industry Animation
Experience
iBelieveInSwordfish January 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks December 2010 - December 2013
Independent December 2009 - December 2012
ImageMovers Digital May 2010 - December 2010
Independent January 2010 - May 2010
Independent June 2009 - May 2010
Academy of Art University September 2008 - May 2010
Independent January 2010 - April 2010
Independent September 2009 - December 2009
Independent July 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Maya, Animation, Computer Animation, Character Animation, Visual Effects, Production Management
Education
Academy of Art University 2003 — 2006
BFA
Haverford College 1996 — 2000
BA
iBelieveInSwordfish January 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks December 2010 - December 2013
Independent December 2009 - December 2012
ImageMovers Digital May 2010 - December 2010
Independent January 2010 - May 2010
Independent June 2009 - May 2010
Academy of Art University September 2008 - May 2010
Independent January 2010 - April 2010
Independent September 2009 - December 2009
Independent July 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Maya, Animation, Computer Animation, Character Animation, Visual Effects, Production Management
Education
Academy of Art University 2003 — 2006
BFA
Haverford College 1996 — 2000
BA
Scott Raymond Scott Raymond's PDI/Dreamworks Experience October 2007 - November 2008
Job Assistant Professor of Animation at Austin Peay State University
Industry Animation
Experience
Austin Peay State University August 2015 - Present
CGSociety.org January 2015 - Present
Freelance March 2013 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2012 - July 2015
DreamWorks Animation November 2008 - January 2012
PDI/Dreamworks October 2007 - November 2008
elementFX April 2006 - June 2006
elementFX June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Animation, Visual Effects, Character, Character Animation, Film, Shake, Pre-visualization, Facial Animation, Digital Compositing, Maya, Computer Animation, 3D, After Effects, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Computer Graphics, Motion Capture, Particle, Character Rigging, Theatrical Production, Lighting Design, Matchmover, Teaching, Compositing
Education
Animation Mentor 2011 — 2012
Certificate, Advanced Studies in Character Animation
Academy of Art University 2004 — 2007
MFA, Animation & Visual Effects
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1998 — 2003
BFA, Film & New Media and Theater Design & Tech Production
Austin Peay State University August 2015 - Present
CGSociety.org January 2015 - Present
Freelance March 2013 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2012 - July 2015
DreamWorks Animation November 2008 - January 2012
PDI/Dreamworks October 2007 - November 2008
elementFX April 2006 - June 2006
elementFX June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Animation, Visual Effects, Character, Character Animation, Film, Shake, Pre-visualization, Facial Animation, Digital Compositing, Maya, Computer Animation, 3D, After Effects, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Computer Graphics, Motion Capture, Particle, Character Rigging, Theatrical Production, Lighting Design, Matchmover, Teaching, Compositing
Education
Animation Mentor 2011 — 2012
Certificate, Advanced Studies in Character Animation
Academy of Art University 2004 — 2007
MFA, Animation & Visual Effects
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1998 — 2003
BFA, Film & New Media and Theater Design & Tech Production
Christopher Bancroft Christopher Bancroft's PDI/Dreamworks Experience August 2007 - October 2013
Job Animator at Tippett Studio
Industry Animation
Experience
Tippett Studio December 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation July 2014 - December 2014
AnimSchool October 2013 - December 2014
MPC October 2013 - May 2014
Academy of Art University September 2013 - December 2013
PDI/Dreamworks August 2007 - October 2013
DreamWorks Animation June 2005 - August 2007
Sony Pictures Imageworks June 2004 - August 2004
Busch Gardens 2001 - 2001
Skills
Facial Animation, Character Animation, Maya, Computer Animation, Cinematics, Animation, Traditional Animation, Visual Effects, Pre-visualization, Illustration, Caricatures, Sculpture, Painting, Character Designs, Figure Drawing, Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, Flash Animation, Film, 3D
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Computer Animation
Tippett Studio December 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation July 2014 - December 2014
AnimSchool October 2013 - December 2014
MPC October 2013 - May 2014
Academy of Art University September 2013 - December 2013
PDI/Dreamworks August 2007 - October 2013
DreamWorks Animation June 2005 - August 2007
Sony Pictures Imageworks June 2004 - August 2004
Busch Gardens 2001 - 2001
Skills
Facial Animation, Character Animation, Maya, Computer Animation, Cinematics, Animation, Traditional Animation, Visual Effects, Pre-visualization, Illustration, Caricatures, Sculpture, Painting, Character Designs, Figure Drawing, Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, Flash Animation, Film, 3D
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Computer Animation
Amber Stewart Lunderville Amber Stewart Lunderville's PDI/Dreamworks Experience December 2000 - January 2003
Job Senior Lighting Technical Director at Sony Pictures Imageworks
Industry Animation
Experience
Sony Pictures Imageworks May 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation December 2010 - January 2015
DreamWorks Animation September 2005 - December 2010
DreamWorks Animation January 2003 - September 2005
PDI/Dreamworks December 2000 - January 2003
Skills
Lighting, look development, Feature Films, Film, Computer Graphics, 3D, Animation, Rendering, After Effects, Nuke, Post Production, Visual Effects, Computer Animation, Photoshop, Rotoscoping, Maya, Compositing, Digital Compositing, Photography, Katana
Education
San Jose State University
Sony Pictures Imageworks May 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation December 2010 - January 2015
DreamWorks Animation September 2005 - December 2010
DreamWorks Animation January 2003 - September 2005
PDI/Dreamworks December 2000 - January 2003
Skills
Lighting, look development, Feature Films, Film, Computer Graphics, 3D, Animation, Rendering, After Effects, Nuke, Post Production, Visual Effects, Computer Animation, Photoshop, Rotoscoping, Maya, Compositing, Digital Compositing, Photography, Katana
Education
San Jose State University
Josh West Josh West's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2002 - February 2008
Job Modeling Supervisor at Dreamworks Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
DreamWorks Animation February 2008 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks January 2002 - February 2008
Blue Sky Studios May 2001 - September 2001
Skills
MEL, Animation, Modeling, Maya, Computer Animation, Look Development, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 1997 — 2001
BFA, CA
DreamWorks Animation February 2008 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks January 2002 - February 2008
Blue Sky Studios May 2001 - September 2001
Skills
MEL, Animation, Modeling, Maya, Computer Animation, Look Development, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 1997 — 2001
BFA, CA
Andrew Pungprakearti Andrew Pungprakearti's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 2009 - February 2015
Job Image Finaling Lead at PDI/Dreamworks
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks June 2009 - February 2015
PDI/Dreamworks August 2012 - March 2013
In-Three Inc. March 2009 - June 2009
Golden Era Productions February 2009 - March 2009
PDI/Dreamworks July 2008 - February 2009
Roto Factory June 2007 - April 2008
Golden Era Productions February 2008 - March 2008
United States Marine Corps January 2000 - January 2006
American Home Shield 2000 - 2003
Skills
Street Fighter, Compositing, Nuke, Photoshop, Stereoscopic, Surfacing, After Effects, Maya, GameMaker, Python, Pixel Art, Defenseman, Dangling
Education
Academy of Art University 2002 — 2007
BA, Visual Effects
Rancho Cotate High School 1994 — 1998
Diploma, High School Education
PDI/Dreamworks June 2009 - February 2015
PDI/Dreamworks August 2012 - March 2013
In-Three Inc. March 2009 - June 2009
Golden Era Productions February 2009 - March 2009
PDI/Dreamworks July 2008 - February 2009
Roto Factory June 2007 - April 2008
Golden Era Productions February 2008 - March 2008
United States Marine Corps January 2000 - January 2006
American Home Shield 2000 - 2003
Skills
Street Fighter, Compositing, Nuke, Photoshop, Stereoscopic, Surfacing, After Effects, Maya, GameMaker, Python, Pixel Art, Defenseman, Dangling
Education
Academy of Art University 2002 — 2007
BA, Visual Effects
Rancho Cotate High School 1994 — 1998
Diploma, High School Education
Jonathan Farrell Jonathan Farrell's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2008 - September 2014
Job CTO, Cofounder of Villusion Studios
Industry Animation
Experience
Villusion Studios October 2014 - Present
Savannah College of Art and Design September 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks January 2008 - September 2014
Brigham Young University September 2007 - December 2007
Pixar Animation Studios June 2007 - August 2007
Missionary Training Center, Provo August 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Maya, Animation, Computer Animation, Visual Effects, Character Animation, Programming, MEL, Renderman, Python, Cloth Simulation, 3D, Spanish, Boy Scouts, Renderman Shading..., 3D animation, Photoshop, Scripting, Houdini, Character Rigging, Mountain Biking, Camping, Blender, Cycling, Hiking, Chickens, Shading, Modeling, Shake, Special Effects, Marvelous Designer, Unreal Engine, Virtual Reality, Oculus Rift, Web Design
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2014 — 2016
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Interactive Design and Game Development
Brigham Young University 2002 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Animation
Villusion Studios October 2014 - Present
Savannah College of Art and Design September 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks January 2008 - September 2014
Brigham Young University September 2007 - December 2007
Pixar Animation Studios June 2007 - August 2007
Missionary Training Center, Provo August 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Maya, Animation, Computer Animation, Visual Effects, Character Animation, Programming, MEL, Renderman, Python, Cloth Simulation, 3D, Spanish, Boy Scouts, Renderman Shading..., 3D animation, Photoshop, Scripting, Houdini, Character Rigging, Mountain Biking, Camping, Blender, Cycling, Hiking, Chickens, Shading, Modeling, Shake, Special Effects, Marvelous Designer, Unreal Engine, Virtual Reality, Oculus Rift, Web Design
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2014 — 2016
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Interactive Design and Game Development
Brigham Young University 2002 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Animation
Gianni Aliotti Gianni Aliotti's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2010 - September 2011
Job Lighting, Compositing, Supervision
Industry Computer Games
Experience
Atomic Fiction January 2015 - June 2015
EA - Visceral Games September 2013 - January 2015
Sledgehammer Games March 2013 - September 2013
Lucasfilm September 2012 - February 2013
Digital Domain Media Group October 2011 - September 2012
PDI/Dreamworks January 2010 - September 2011
PDI/Dreamworks October 2007 - September 2011
Dreamworks Animation July 2005 - September 2007
Warner Brothers Animation June 2005 - July 2005
Digital Domain May 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Nuke/Shake, Maya, Mental Ray, Renderman, TCShell, Python, Q3 Radiant, After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Nuke, Animation, Visual Effects, Compositing, Lighting, Look Development, UV mapping, Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, 3D, Shake, Shading, MEL, Motion Graphics, Shaders, Camera, Pre-visualization, Video Games, Matte Painting, Zbrush, Texturing, Film, Cinematics, Digital Compositing, Texture Painting, Live Action, Special Effects
Education
Academy of Art University 1995 — 1997
Illustration & Computer Arts
Robert Louis Stevenson High School 1990 — 1994
High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
Atomic Fiction January 2015 - June 2015
EA - Visceral Games September 2013 - January 2015
Sledgehammer Games March 2013 - September 2013
Lucasfilm September 2012 - February 2013
Digital Domain Media Group October 2011 - September 2012
PDI/Dreamworks January 2010 - September 2011
PDI/Dreamworks October 2007 - September 2011
Dreamworks Animation July 2005 - September 2007
Warner Brothers Animation June 2005 - July 2005
Digital Domain May 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Nuke/Shake, Maya, Mental Ray, Renderman, TCShell, Python, Q3 Radiant, After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Nuke, Animation, Visual Effects, Compositing, Lighting, Look Development, UV mapping, Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, 3D, Shake, Shading, MEL, Motion Graphics, Shaders, Camera, Pre-visualization, Video Games, Matte Painting, Zbrush, Texturing, Film, Cinematics, Digital Compositing, Texture Painting, Live Action, Special Effects
Education
Academy of Art University 1995 — 1997
Illustration & Computer Arts
Robert Louis Stevenson High School 1990 — 1994
High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
Lita Cho's PDI/Dreamworks Experience August 2010 - January 2014
Job Software Engineer at Lyft
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Lyft September 2014 - Present
GNOME Foundation May 2014 - August 2014
Hacker School February 2014 - May 2014
PDI/Dreamworks August 2010 - January 2014
Microsoft May 2009 - August 2009
UC Berkeley 2009 - 2009
Pixar Animation Studios June 2008 - August 2008
Phasespace March 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Python, C++, C, Software Development, OS X, OpenGL, Animation, Programming, Mac OS X, Backend Development, JavaScript, Software Engineering, Web Development, Computer Graphics, iOS Development
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2009 — 2010
Master of Science, Computer Science
University of California, Berkeley 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
San Francisco State University 2004 — 2006
Lyft September 2014 - Present
GNOME Foundation May 2014 - August 2014
Hacker School February 2014 - May 2014
PDI/Dreamworks August 2010 - January 2014
Microsoft May 2009 - August 2009
UC Berkeley 2009 - 2009
Pixar Animation Studios June 2008 - August 2008
Phasespace March 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Python, C++, C, Software Development, OS X, OpenGL, Animation, Programming, Mac OS X, Backend Development, JavaScript, Software Engineering, Web Development, Computer Graphics, iOS Development
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2009 — 2010
Master of Science, Computer Science
University of California, Berkeley 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
San Francisco State University 2004 — 2006
Judy Conner Judy Conner's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 1995 - 1998
Job
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Bark in the Park, San Jose, CA (Largest dog festival in the USA) September 2003 - Present
Pathways Home Health, Hospice & Private Duty February 2007 - January 2015
Foresight Institute, Palo Alto, CA (Non-profit nanotechnology public policy organization) October 2002 - January 2007
San Jose Day Nursery March 2002 - March 2005
Conner Public Relations, San Jose, CA (Project by project public relations consulting) July 2001 - October 2002
ecFood August 2000 - August 2001
PDI/Dreamworks 1995 - 1998
San Jose Film & Video Commission 1990 - 1995
Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Press Releases, Social Networking, Newsletters, Community Relations, Publicity, Social Media, Storytelling, Press Conferences, Media Planning, Community Development, Legislative Relations, Crisis Communications, Public Speaking, Facebook, Fundraising, Management, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Marketing Communications, Nonprofits, Direct Marketing, Marketing, Publishing, Advertising, Email Marketing, Research, Photography, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Editing, Newspapers, Event Management, Blogging, Copywriting, Internal Communications, Content Development, Copy Editing, Content Strategy
Education
San Jose State University 1976 — 1990
B A, Public Relations, Technical Writing
Bark in the Park, San Jose, CA (Largest dog festival in the USA) September 2003 - Present
Pathways Home Health, Hospice & Private Duty February 2007 - January 2015
Foresight Institute, Palo Alto, CA (Non-profit nanotechnology public policy organization) October 2002 - January 2007
San Jose Day Nursery March 2002 - March 2005
Conner Public Relations, San Jose, CA (Project by project public relations consulting) July 2001 - October 2002
ecFood August 2000 - August 2001
PDI/Dreamworks 1995 - 1998
San Jose Film & Video Commission 1990 - 1995
Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Press Releases, Social Networking, Newsletters, Community Relations, Publicity, Social Media, Storytelling, Press Conferences, Media Planning, Community Development, Legislative Relations, Crisis Communications, Public Speaking, Facebook, Fundraising, Management, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Marketing Communications, Nonprofits, Direct Marketing, Marketing, Publishing, Advertising, Email Marketing, Research, Photography, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Editing, Newspapers, Event Management, Blogging, Copywriting, Internal Communications, Content Development, Copy Editing, Content Strategy
Education
San Jose State University 1976 — 1990
B A, Public Relations, Technical Writing
Mark Roennigke Mark Roennigke's PDI/Dreamworks Experience August 2005 - Present
Job Character Lead / Character Animator at PDI/Dreamworks
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks August 2005 - Present
Maxis / Electronic Arts April 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Character Animation, Maya, Facial Animation, Animation, Computer Animation, General Awesomeness, Character Rigging, Cinematics, 3D, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Feature Films, Compositing, Traditional Animation, After Effects, Storyboarding, Texturing, MEL, Film, Nuke, Photoshop, Rigging
Education
Academy of Art University 2000 — 2003
MFA, Computer Animation
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1996 — 2000
BFA, Studio Art
PDI/Dreamworks August 2005 - Present
Maxis / Electronic Arts April 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Character Animation, Maya, Facial Animation, Animation, Computer Animation, General Awesomeness, Character Rigging, Cinematics, 3D, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Feature Films, Compositing, Traditional Animation, After Effects, Storyboarding, Texturing, MEL, Film, Nuke, Photoshop, Rigging
Education
Academy of Art University 2000 — 2003
MFA, Computer Animation
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1996 — 2000
BFA, Studio Art
John Fuetsch's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2010 - 2013
Job Senior Software Engineer at Float (Hybrid Entertainment)
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Float (Hybrid Entertainment) August 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks 2010 - 2013
DreamWorks Animation 2008 - 2010
PDI/Dreamworks 2007 - 2008
PDI/Dreamworks 2005 - 2007
Skills
Computer Graphics, PyQt, Python, Technical Direction, Perl, Scripting, Animation, Computer Animation, C++, Compositing, 3D, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, PHP, Java, WSDL, REST, Web Services, Tcsh, Linux, Arduino, Web Applications, Pipeline Development, Software Development, Distributed Systems, CGI, Graphic Design
Education
Pomona College 2001 — 2005
BA, Computer Science
Float (Hybrid Entertainment) August 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks 2010 - 2013
DreamWorks Animation 2008 - 2010
PDI/Dreamworks 2007 - 2008
PDI/Dreamworks 2005 - 2007
Skills
Computer Graphics, PyQt, Python, Technical Direction, Perl, Scripting, Animation, Computer Animation, C++, Compositing, 3D, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, PHP, Java, WSDL, REST, Web Services, Tcsh, Linux, Arduino, Web Applications, Pipeline Development, Software Development, Distributed Systems, CGI, Graphic Design
Education
Pomona College 2001 — 2005
BA, Computer Science
Alon Zaslavsky's PDI/Dreamworks Experience October 2007 - September 2010
Job
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Double Negative August 2015 - Present
ScanlineVFX 2013 - August 2015
Sony Pictures Imageworks September 2012 - September 2013
Zaz Industries October 2010 - 2012
PDI/Dreamworks October 2007 - September 2010
Rhythm & Hues May 2007 - September 2007
Animal Logic May 2006 - August 2006
Sony Pictures Imageworks September 2005 - May 2006
Starslyderz August 2001 - September 2005
Sony Computer Entertainment of America February 2005 - April 2005
Skills
Visual Effects, Character Rigging, Cloth & Hair Simulation, Scripting, MEL, Python, Maya, Rigging, Cinematics, Character Animation, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Motion Capture, Photoshop, Illustrator, Leadership, Animation, Video Games, Film, Particle Effects
Education
City College of San Francisco 2011 — 2012
Ex'pression College 1998 — 2000
BA, Animation and Visual Effects
Double Negative August 2015 - Present
ScanlineVFX 2013 - August 2015
Sony Pictures Imageworks September 2012 - September 2013
Zaz Industries October 2010 - 2012
PDI/Dreamworks October 2007 - September 2010
Rhythm & Hues May 2007 - September 2007
Animal Logic May 2006 - August 2006
Sony Pictures Imageworks September 2005 - May 2006
Starslyderz August 2001 - September 2005
Sony Computer Entertainment of America February 2005 - April 2005
Skills
Visual Effects, Character Rigging, Cloth & Hair Simulation, Scripting, MEL, Python, Maya, Rigging, Cinematics, Character Animation, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Motion Capture, Photoshop, Illustrator, Leadership, Animation, Video Games, Film, Particle Effects
Education
City College of San Francisco 2011 — 2012
Ex'pression College 1998 — 2000
BA, Animation and Visual Effects
Gilbert Davoud Gilbert Davoud's PDI/Dreamworks Experience May 2014 - May 2015
Job Technical Product Manager, Augmented Reality Platforms at Blippar
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Blippar September 2015 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks May 2014 - May 2015
PDI/DreamWorks September 2005 - May 2014
PDI/DreamWorks July 2000 - September 2005
Medialab March 1995 - June 2000
Institut Leonard de Vinci June 1996 - June 1999
Skills
Character Rigging, Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, Rigging, Character Animation, Technical Direction, Animation, Facial Animation, Pipeline Development, Film, 3D, Visual Effects, Look Development, Shading, Feature Films, Python, Scripting
Education
ESIEA - Ecole d'Ingénieurs en Sciences et Technologies du Numérique 1989 — 1994
MS, Computer Science
Blippar September 2015 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks May 2014 - May 2015
PDI/DreamWorks September 2005 - May 2014
PDI/DreamWorks July 2000 - September 2005
Medialab March 1995 - June 2000
Institut Leonard de Vinci June 1996 - June 1999
Skills
Character Rigging, Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, Rigging, Character Animation, Technical Direction, Animation, Facial Animation, Pipeline Development, Film, 3D, Visual Effects, Look Development, Shading, Feature Films, Python, Scripting
Education
ESIEA - Ecole d'Ingénieurs en Sciences et Technologies du Numérique 1989 — 1994
MS, Computer Science
Ed (Edwin R) Leonard Ed (Edwin R) Leonard's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2002 - February 2012
Job Sn Executive at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Entertainment
Experience
DreamWorks Animation February 2013 - Present
DWA Investments Inc 2011 - Present
ptch 2012 - February 2013
PDI/Dreamworks 2002 - February 2012
DreamWorks Animation 2002 - February 2012
Walt Disney Feature Animation 1994 - 1998
Disney 1993 - 1998
Walt Disney Animation (formerly Walt Disney Feature Animation) 1993 - 1998
Hughes 1989 - 1993
Honeywell Inc 1985 - 1989
Skills
Start-ups, Mobile Applications, Social Media, Technology Strategy, Technology Startup, Cloud Computing, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Mobile Product..., 3D, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Computer Animation, Animation, IT Strategy, Film Production, Renderman, Product Development, Film, Compositing, Mobile Devices, Technical Direction, Game Development, Business Strategy, Pipeline Development, Digital Media, Character Animation, Rendering, Technology, CG Film Making, Mobile Games, E-commerce
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1983 — 1987
BS, Computer Science, Math
DreamWorks Animation February 2013 - Present
DWA Investments Inc 2011 - Present
ptch 2012 - February 2013
PDI/Dreamworks 2002 - February 2012
DreamWorks Animation 2002 - February 2012
Walt Disney Feature Animation 1994 - 1998
Disney 1993 - 1998
Walt Disney Animation (formerly Walt Disney Feature Animation) 1993 - 1998
Hughes 1989 - 1993
Honeywell Inc 1985 - 1989
Skills
Start-ups, Mobile Applications, Social Media, Technology Strategy, Technology Startup, Cloud Computing, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Mobile Product..., 3D, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Computer Animation, Animation, IT Strategy, Film Production, Renderman, Product Development, Film, Compositing, Mobile Devices, Technical Direction, Game Development, Business Strategy, Pipeline Development, Digital Media, Character Animation, Rendering, Technology, CG Film Making, Mobile Games, E-commerce
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1983 — 1987
BS, Computer Science, Math
Ed Granlund Ed Granlund's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2002 - 2004
Job Systems Operations Supervisor at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Dreamworks Animation 2004 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks 2002 - 2004
Pacific Data Images 2000 - 2002
Pacific Data Images 1998 - 2000
Lucasfilm Ltd 1991 - 1998
Varitel Video 1989 - 1990
Varitel Video 1986 - 1988
Varitel Video 1982 - 1985
Skills
Post Production, Visual Effects, Feature Films, Television, Animation, Production Management, Technology Management, Cross-functional Team..., Team Building, Project Team Management, Coaching & Mentoring, Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, Film Production, Compositing, Troubleshooting, Desktop Support..., Customer Service, Help Desk Support, Escalations Management, Film, 3D, Video, Strategic Partnerships, Broadcast Television, Commercials, Video Editing, Video Production, Character Animation
Education
San Francisco State University
BA, Radio/Television/Film
City College of San Francisco
AS, Electronics Engineering
Dreamworks Animation 2004 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks 2002 - 2004
Pacific Data Images 2000 - 2002
Pacific Data Images 1998 - 2000
Lucasfilm Ltd 1991 - 1998
Varitel Video 1989 - 1990
Varitel Video 1986 - 1988
Varitel Video 1982 - 1985
Skills
Post Production, Visual Effects, Feature Films, Television, Animation, Production Management, Technology Management, Cross-functional Team..., Team Building, Project Team Management, Coaching & Mentoring, Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, Film Production, Compositing, Troubleshooting, Desktop Support..., Customer Service, Help Desk Support, Escalations Management, Film, 3D, Video, Strategic Partnerships, Broadcast Television, Commercials, Video Editing, Video Production, Character Animation
Education
San Francisco State University
BA, Radio/Television/Film
City College of San Francisco
AS, Electronics Engineering
David Eberle's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2003 - September 2011
Job
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Pixar Animation Studios September 2014 - Present
Heartflow March 2012 - September 2014
PDI/Dreamworks 2003 - September 2011
The Art Institute of California - SF August 2003 - December 2003
Havok 2002 - 2003
Walt Disney Feature Animation 2001 - 2002
Skills
Computer Graphics, Rigid Body Dynamics, Maya API, Cloth simulaiton, Hair simulaiton, Numerical methods, Collision detection, Machine learning, C++, VFX tools, APIs, Collision Detection, Machine Learning, OpenGL, 3D, GLSL, Algorithms, Software Development, Maya, MEL, Software Engineering, Software Design, Object Oriented Design, Simulation Software, 3D graphics
Education
Texas A&M University 1997 — 2001
MS, Computational Mathematics
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1994 — 1996
BS, Mathematics
Clemson University 1992 — 1994
Physics and Engineering
Pixar Animation Studios September 2014 - Present
Heartflow March 2012 - September 2014
PDI/Dreamworks 2003 - September 2011
The Art Institute of California - SF August 2003 - December 2003
Havok 2002 - 2003
Walt Disney Feature Animation 2001 - 2002
Skills
Computer Graphics, Rigid Body Dynamics, Maya API, Cloth simulaiton, Hair simulaiton, Numerical methods, Collision detection, Machine learning, C++, VFX tools, APIs, Collision Detection, Machine Learning, OpenGL, 3D, GLSL, Algorithms, Software Development, Maya, MEL, Software Engineering, Software Design, Object Oriented Design, Simulation Software, 3D graphics
Education
Texas A&M University 1997 — 2001
MS, Computational Mathematics
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1994 — 1996
BS, Mathematics
Clemson University 1992 — 1994
Physics and Engineering
Karl Rasche Karl Rasche's PDI/Dreamworks Experience April 2014 - Present
Job Principal Engineer at PDI/Dreamworks
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks April 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks August 2009 - April 2014
DreamWorks Animation July 2005 - August 2009
PDI/Dreamworks July 2005 - January 2006
Tungsten Graphics 2004 - 2005
Skills
GPU, SIMD, C++, OpenGL, Threads, I/O, Color Management, Display Technology, Visual Perception, Film, HD, Digital Cinema, Image Compression, Video Compression, C, Post Production, Streaming Media, Image Processing, Video, Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Web Services, Java, JavaScript, Python, HD Video
Education
Clemson University 2000 — 2005
PhD, Computer Science
Hope College 1996 — 2000
BS, Computer Science, Physics
PDI/Dreamworks April 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks August 2009 - April 2014
DreamWorks Animation July 2005 - August 2009
PDI/Dreamworks July 2005 - January 2006
Tungsten Graphics 2004 - 2005
Skills
GPU, SIMD, C++, OpenGL, Threads, I/O, Color Management, Display Technology, Visual Perception, Film, HD, Digital Cinema, Image Compression, Video Compression, C, Post Production, Streaming Media, Image Processing, Video, Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Web Services, Java, JavaScript, Python, HD Video
Education
Clemson University 2000 — 2005
PhD, Computer Science
Hope College 1996 — 2000
BS, Computer Science, Physics
Varun Talwar Varun Talwar's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 2010 - August 2010
Job Senior Graphics Engineer at Mapzen
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Mapzen August 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation December 2013 - July 2014
DreamWorks Animation June 2011 - July 2014
DreamWorks Animation September 2011 - February 2013
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - August 2010
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi January 2009 - May 2009
Cadence Design Systems - Greater Noida, India June 2007 - July 2007
Skills
OpenGL, C++, Computer Graphics, Python, Qt, Maya, PyQt, C, C#, Visual Studio, After Effects, MARI, STL, CUDA, Matlab, Unity3D, MARI API, Nvidia Cg, MAYA API, Ogre3D, Boost, Octave, Gcc/g++, Gdb, Valgrind, Photoshop, Design Patterns, Shaders, Technical Direction, Linux, Algorithms, Software Development, MEL
Education
University of Pennsylvania 2009 — 2011
Masters of Sciences, Computer Graphics and Game Technology
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Technology, Information Technology
Delhi Public School - Dwarka 1999 — 2005
Mapzen August 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation December 2013 - July 2014
DreamWorks Animation June 2011 - July 2014
DreamWorks Animation September 2011 - February 2013
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - August 2010
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi January 2009 - May 2009
Cadence Design Systems - Greater Noida, India June 2007 - July 2007
Skills
OpenGL, C++, Computer Graphics, Python, Qt, Maya, PyQt, C, C#, Visual Studio, After Effects, MARI, STL, CUDA, Matlab, Unity3D, MARI API, Nvidia Cg, MAYA API, Ogre3D, Boost, Octave, Gcc/g++, Gdb, Valgrind, Photoshop, Design Patterns, Shaders, Technical Direction, Linux, Algorithms, Software Development, MEL
Education
University of Pennsylvania 2009 — 2011
Masters of Sciences, Computer Graphics and Game Technology
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Technology, Information Technology
Delhi Public School - Dwarka 1999 — 2005
Derek Ganong Derek Ganong's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2009 - 2009
Job Game Tech Institute Head at FunCamps
Industry Entertainment
Experience
FunCamps June 2013 - Present
Derek Ganong January 2007 - Present
New York University September 2011 - May 2012
NYU office of sponsored programs January 2011 - January 2012
UCLA January 2007 - June 2010
DreamWorks Animation June 2008 - August 2009
PDI/Dreamworks 2009 - 2009
Elite Audio Visual June 2006 - September 2008
Skills
Digital Media, Audio Engineering, AV, Trumpet, Consulting, Data Center, Music, Pro Tools, Entertainment, Film, Music Production, Composition, Sound, Recording, Final Cut Pro, Sound Design, Video Editing, Mac, Film Production, Video, Music Industry, Jazz, Music Education
Education
University of Miami 2012 — 2016
Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Jazz/Studio Trumpet
New York University 2010 — 2012
MM, Jazz Trumpet
University of California, Los Angeles 2006 — 2010
BA, BS, Ethnomusicology, Cognitive Science
Interlochen Arts Academy 2005 — 2006
GED, Music
FunCamps June 2013 - Present
Derek Ganong January 2007 - Present
New York University September 2011 - May 2012
NYU office of sponsored programs January 2011 - January 2012
UCLA January 2007 - June 2010
DreamWorks Animation June 2008 - August 2009
PDI/Dreamworks 2009 - 2009
Elite Audio Visual June 2006 - September 2008
Skills
Digital Media, Audio Engineering, AV, Trumpet, Consulting, Data Center, Music, Pro Tools, Entertainment, Film, Music Production, Composition, Sound, Recording, Final Cut Pro, Sound Design, Video Editing, Mac, Film Production, Video, Music Industry, Jazz, Music Education
Education
University of Miami 2012 — 2016
Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Jazz/Studio Trumpet
New York University 2010 — 2012
MM, Jazz Trumpet
University of California, Los Angeles 2006 — 2010
BA, BS, Ethnomusicology, Cognitive Science
Interlochen Arts Academy 2005 — 2006
GED, Music
Jonathan Simonoff Jonathan Simonoff's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2000 - Present
Job Intranet Architect at Rackspace, the Open Cloud Company
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Rackspace, the Open Cloud Company June 2012 - Present
Rackspace Hosting April 2011 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2000 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks 2000 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks Animation 2000 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2000 - April 2011
Symantec 1999 - 2001
Sun Microsystems 1986 - 1995
Apple Computer 1982 - 1993
Skills
Documentations, Perl, Information Management, Technical Writing, Computer Graphics, Software Documentation, Scripting, Animation, Python, CSS, Web Development, HTML, Programming, Maya, Linux, 3D, Operating Systems, Databases, Information Architecture, Open Source, C++, Visual Effects, FrameMaker, APIs, Technical Documentation
Education
San Francisco State University 1997 — 2001
MFA (incomplete), Cinema practice and theory
MIT 1973 — 1978
SB, Writing, Literature, Physics
Instutute of European Studies 1976 — 1977
NA, French, art history, literature
Rackspace, the Open Cloud Company June 2012 - Present
Rackspace Hosting April 2011 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2000 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks 2000 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks Animation 2000 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2000 - April 2011
Symantec 1999 - 2001
Sun Microsystems 1986 - 1995
Apple Computer 1982 - 1993
Skills
Documentations, Perl, Information Management, Technical Writing, Computer Graphics, Software Documentation, Scripting, Animation, Python, CSS, Web Development, HTML, Programming, Maya, Linux, 3D, Operating Systems, Databases, Information Architecture, Open Source, C++, Visual Effects, FrameMaker, APIs, Technical Documentation
Education
San Francisco State University 1997 — 2001
MFA (incomplete), Cinema practice and theory
MIT 1973 — 1978
SB, Writing, Literature, Physics
Instutute of European Studies 1976 — 1977
NA, French, art history, literature
Marco Marenghi Marco Marenghi's PDI/Dreamworks Experience April 2000 - September 2002
Job Senior Animator at DICE (EA Digital Illusions CE AB)
Industry Animation
Experience
DICE (EA Digital Illusions CE AB) May 2015 - Present
Ready At Dawn Studios February 2014 - December 2014
DreamWorks Animation October 2013 - December 2013
Sony Computer Entertainment America March 2013 - July 2013
Animal Logic June 2011 - February 2013
Sony Pictures Imageworks July 2003 - June 2011
Electronic Arts September 2002 - July 2003
PDI/Dreamworks April 2000 - September 2002
EA 2001 - 2002
Framestore CFC August 1997 - March 2000
Skills
Facial Animation, Visual Effects, Cinematics, Character Animation, animation direction, animation supervision, layout supervision, Editorial, creature animation, Motion Capture, Leadership, Animation, Animal Behavior, Creature Animation, Computer Animation, Keyframe Animation, Camera Animation, Lip Sync, Pre-visualization, Director level, Team Leadership, Supervisory Skills, Organizational..., Creative Direction, Visual Direction, Art Direction, Animation Direction, 3D, Renderman, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Rigging, MEL, Maya, Commercials, XSI, Film
Education
University of Wales, Cardiff 2009 — 2009
Honorary Doctorate, Animation
Prifysgol Morgannwg 1995 — 1997
Honorary doctorate, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
University of Wales, Cardiff 1995 — 1997
HNC, Animation
DICE (EA Digital Illusions CE AB) May 2015 - Present
Ready At Dawn Studios February 2014 - December 2014
DreamWorks Animation October 2013 - December 2013
Sony Computer Entertainment America March 2013 - July 2013
Animal Logic June 2011 - February 2013
Sony Pictures Imageworks July 2003 - June 2011
Electronic Arts September 2002 - July 2003
PDI/Dreamworks April 2000 - September 2002
EA 2001 - 2002
Framestore CFC August 1997 - March 2000
Skills
Facial Animation, Visual Effects, Cinematics, Character Animation, animation direction, animation supervision, layout supervision, Editorial, creature animation, Motion Capture, Leadership, Animation, Animal Behavior, Creature Animation, Computer Animation, Keyframe Animation, Camera Animation, Lip Sync, Pre-visualization, Director level, Team Leadership, Supervisory Skills, Organizational..., Creative Direction, Visual Direction, Art Direction, Animation Direction, 3D, Renderman, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Rigging, MEL, Maya, Commercials, XSI, Film
Education
University of Wales, Cardiff 2009 — 2009
Honorary Doctorate, Animation
Prifysgol Morgannwg 1995 — 1997
Honorary doctorate, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
University of Wales, Cardiff 1995 — 1997
HNC, Animation
Greg Hart Greg Hart's PDI/Dreamworks Experience September 2003 - June 2011
Job 3D UX Designer
Industry Computer Software
Experience
HeartFlow, Inc June 2011 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks September 2003 - June 2011
Digital Illumination LLC October 1998 - August 2003
Organic Reaction Animations August 1995 - August 2003
Skills
Compositing, Animation, MEL, 3D, Python, Houdini, Particle Effects, User Experience, Computer Graphics, Fluid Effects, 3D visualization, Interaction Design, Design Thinking, Visual Effects, Maya, User-centered Design, Unity3D, After Effects, Shell Scripting, LEAP
Education
Brigham Young University 1995 — 2000
BFA, Industrial Design
HeartFlow, Inc June 2011 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks September 2003 - June 2011
Digital Illumination LLC October 1998 - August 2003
Organic Reaction Animations August 1995 - August 2003
Skills
Compositing, Animation, MEL, 3D, Python, Houdini, Particle Effects, User Experience, Computer Graphics, Fluid Effects, 3D visualization, Interaction Design, Design Thinking, Visual Effects, Maya, User-centered Design, Unity3D, After Effects, Shell Scripting, LEAP
Education
Brigham Young University 1995 — 2000
BFA, Industrial Design
Fleur Dragan Fleur Dragan's PDI/Dreamworks Experience October 2005 - April 2007
Job Senior Software Engineer at Nimble Collective, Inc
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Nimble Collective, Inc February 2015 - Present
Hack Reactor 2014 - 2014
EMC Corporation January 2011 - November 2013
Self-Employed April 2010 - March 2011
Netflix August 2009 - February 2010
The Bakery Animation August 2008 - November 2008
self-employed September 2007 - July 2008
PDI/DreamWorks October 2005 - April 2007
PDI/DreamWorks January 2001 - October 2005
Adero April 2000 - October 2000
Education
Carnegie-Mellon University 1988 — 1992
BS, Applied Math/Computer Science
Nimble Collective, Inc February 2015 - Present
Hack Reactor 2014 - 2014
EMC Corporation January 2011 - November 2013
Self-Employed April 2010 - March 2011
Netflix August 2009 - February 2010
The Bakery Animation August 2008 - November 2008
self-employed September 2007 - July 2008
PDI/DreamWorks October 2005 - April 2007
PDI/DreamWorks January 2001 - October 2005
Adero April 2000 - October 2000
Education
Carnegie-Mellon University 1988 — 1992
BS, Applied Math/Computer Science
Chris Chua Chris Chua's PDI/Dreamworks Experience September 2006 - December 2006
Job Pixar Animator
Industry Animation
Experience
Pixar Animation Studios November 2007 - Present
Animation Mentor July 2007 - Present
Industrial Light And Magic October 2007 - November 2007
The Art Institute of California-San Francisco June 2007 - July 2007
PDI/Dreamworks September 2006 - December 2006
DreamWorks Animation May 2002 - August 2006
Rhythm & Hues June 2001 - September 2001
Rough Draft Studios June 2000 - September 2000
Education
California Institute of the Arts 1998 — 2002
BFA, Animation
New York University 1997 — 1997
Future Filmmaker's Workshop
Pixar Animation Studios November 2007 - Present
Animation Mentor July 2007 - Present
Industrial Light And Magic October 2007 - November 2007
The Art Institute of California-San Francisco June 2007 - July 2007
PDI/Dreamworks September 2006 - December 2006
DreamWorks Animation May 2002 - August 2006
Rhythm & Hues June 2001 - September 2001
Rough Draft Studios June 2000 - September 2000
Education
California Institute of the Arts 1998 — 2002
BFA, Animation
New York University 1997 — 1997
Future Filmmaker's Workshop
David Aughenbaugh David Aughenbaugh's PDI/Dreamworks Experience August 2009 - April 2011
Job Editor, Motion Graphics, Compositor
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
(Freelance) 1999 - Present
Pacific Digital Image July 2011 - April 2014
PDI/Dreamworks August 2009 - April 2011
Daktronics / Keyframe 2000 - 2002
SeeMoreWildlife.com 1999 - 2000
Activision \ Blizzard \ Vivendi \ Dynamix 1991 - 1999
American Film Technologies 1989 - 1991
Skills
Visual Effects, Film, Animation, Motion Graphics, Computer Animation, After Effects, Compositing, Nuke, Lighting, Digital Media, 3D, Traditional Animation, Computer Games, PFTrack, Commercials, Video, Computer Graphics, Feature Films, Shake, Television, Video Editing, Camera, Matte Painting
Education
San Diego State University-California State University
Sculpture and Graphic Design
Palomar College
Art and Design
(Freelance) 1999 - Present
Pacific Digital Image July 2011 - April 2014
PDI/Dreamworks August 2009 - April 2011
Daktronics / Keyframe 2000 - 2002
SeeMoreWildlife.com 1999 - 2000
Activision \ Blizzard \ Vivendi \ Dynamix 1991 - 1999
American Film Technologies 1989 - 1991
Skills
Visual Effects, Film, Animation, Motion Graphics, Computer Animation, After Effects, Compositing, Nuke, Lighting, Digital Media, 3D, Traditional Animation, Computer Games, PFTrack, Commercials, Video, Computer Graphics, Feature Films, Shake, Television, Video Editing, Camera, Matte Painting
Education
San Diego State University-California State University
Sculpture and Graphic Design
Palomar College
Art and Design
Matthew R. Tucker Matthew R. Tucker's PDI/Dreamworks Experience November 2013 - March 2015
Job Character Technical Director at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
DreamWorks Animation March 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks November 2013 - March 2015
Reel FX January 2011 - October 2013
Reel FX July 2010 - January 2011
Full Sail University November 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Character Animation, Rigging, MEL, Computer Animation, Scripting, Video, Animation, 3D
Education
Full Sail University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Computer Animation
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Anthropology; a; Archeology
DreamWorks Animation March 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks November 2013 - March 2015
Reel FX January 2011 - October 2013
Reel FX July 2010 - January 2011
Full Sail University November 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Character Animation, Rigging, MEL, Computer Animation, Scripting, Video, Animation, 3D
Education
Full Sail University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Computer Animation
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Anthropology; a; Archeology
Ron Pucherelli Ron Pucherelli's PDI/Dreamworks Experience April 2008 - Present
Job Animator at PDI DreamWorks
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks April 2008 - Present
SCEA Santa Monica Studio 2015 - 2015
Secret Level / Sega March 2007 - February 2008
Electronic Arts, Redwood Shores, CA September 2006 - March 2007
Electronic Arts, Redwood Shores, CA March 2006 - June 2006
Glueworks Animation Charlotte, NC October 2005 - December 2005
Electronic Arts Redwood Shores, CA June 2005 - September 2005
Skills
Animation, Character Animation, Maya, Cinematics
Education
Animation Mentor 2007 — 2008
Certificate, Animation
Ringling School of Art and Design 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Computer Animation
The College of Saint Rose 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design
PDI/Dreamworks April 2008 - Present
SCEA Santa Monica Studio 2015 - 2015
Secret Level / Sega March 2007 - February 2008
Electronic Arts, Redwood Shores, CA September 2006 - March 2007
Electronic Arts, Redwood Shores, CA March 2006 - June 2006
Glueworks Animation Charlotte, NC October 2005 - December 2005
Electronic Arts Redwood Shores, CA June 2005 - September 2005
Skills
Animation, Character Animation, Maya, Cinematics
Education
Animation Mentor 2007 — 2008
Certificate, Animation
Ringling School of Art and Design 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Computer Animation
The College of Saint Rose 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design
Justin DeCell's PDI/Dreamworks Experience September 2010 - July 2014
Job Software Engineer at Imagination Technologies
Industry Animation
Experience
Imagination Technologies August 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks September 2010 - July 2014
PDI/Dreamworks June 2009 - September 2010
Maine Media Workshops June 2008 - August 2008
Nanotoon Entertainment June 2007 - May 2008
Southern Vermont Arts Center June 2006 - August 2006
Southern Vermont Arts Center June 2005 - August 2005
Weston Playhouse Theatre Company June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
C++, Python, PyQt, Computer Graphics, Lighting, OpenGL, Rendering, Nuke, Maya, Perl, Unix Shell Scripting, PHP, SQL, Animation
Education
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 2005 — 2009
BS, Electronic Art and Computer Science
Imagination Technologies August 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks September 2010 - July 2014
PDI/Dreamworks June 2009 - September 2010
Maine Media Workshops June 2008 - August 2008
Nanotoon Entertainment June 2007 - May 2008
Southern Vermont Arts Center June 2006 - August 2006
Southern Vermont Arts Center June 2005 - August 2005
Weston Playhouse Theatre Company June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
C++, Python, PyQt, Computer Graphics, Lighting, OpenGL, Rendering, Nuke, Maya, Perl, Unix Shell Scripting, PHP, SQL, Animation
Education
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 2005 — 2009
BS, Electronic Art and Computer Science
Marc Machuca Marc Machuca's PDI/Dreamworks Experience February 2010 - October 2010
Job Image Finaling Lead @ Dreamworks Animation
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
DreamWorks Animation June 2011 - Present
DreamWorks Animation December 2011 - August 2013
Industrial Light & Magic December 2010 - May 2011
ImageMovers Digital October 2010 - December 2010
Mekanism October 2010 - October 2010
PDI/Dreamworks February 2010 - October 2010
In-Three Inc. March 2009 - February 2010
DreamWorks Animation September 2008 - February 2009
Mysterious Conditions March 2008 - April 2008
Golden Era Productions March 2008 - March 2008
Skills
Shake, Nuke, Stereoscopic, Compositing, Visual Effects, Live Action, Computer Graphics, Animation, After Effects, Photoshop, Silhouette, Digital Compositing, Rotoscoping, Matte Painting, PFTrack, VFX Supervision, Look Development, Maya
Education
Academy of Art University 2004 — 2008
BFA, Visual Effects/ Animation
Academy of Art University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
DreamWorks Animation June 2011 - Present
DreamWorks Animation December 2011 - August 2013
Industrial Light & Magic December 2010 - May 2011
ImageMovers Digital October 2010 - December 2010
Mekanism October 2010 - October 2010
PDI/Dreamworks February 2010 - October 2010
In-Three Inc. March 2009 - February 2010
DreamWorks Animation September 2008 - February 2009
Mysterious Conditions March 2008 - April 2008
Golden Era Productions March 2008 - March 2008
Skills
Shake, Nuke, Stereoscopic, Compositing, Visual Effects, Live Action, Computer Graphics, Animation, After Effects, Photoshop, Silhouette, Digital Compositing, Rotoscoping, Matte Painting, PFTrack, VFX Supervision, Look Development, Maya
Education
Academy of Art University 2004 — 2008
BFA, Visual Effects/ Animation
Academy of Art University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Greg Denton Greg Denton's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2011 - January 2014
Job Lead Python Application Engineer at Nike
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Nike June 2015 - Present
ConductorIO January 2015 - June 2015
Atomic Fiction January 2014 - January 2015
PDI/Dreamworks January 2011 - January 2014
PDI/Dreamworks April 2010 - January 2011
ImageMovers Digital February 2009 - April 2010
ImageMovers Digital June 2008 - February 2009
LSD Group January 2007 - November 2007
Skills
Nuke, Lighting, Renderman, MEL, Technical Direction, Shake, Mental Ray, Maya, Compositing, Look Development, Rendering, Shading, Python, PyQt, Visual Effects, Animation, 3D, Digital Compositing, Computer Animation, Texturing
Education
Pratt Institute 2005 — 2008
Skidmore College 2001 — 2005
BS
Nike June 2015 - Present
ConductorIO January 2015 - June 2015
Atomic Fiction January 2014 - January 2015
PDI/Dreamworks January 2011 - January 2014
PDI/Dreamworks April 2010 - January 2011
ImageMovers Digital February 2009 - April 2010
ImageMovers Digital June 2008 - February 2009
LSD Group January 2007 - November 2007
Skills
Nuke, Lighting, Renderman, MEL, Technical Direction, Shake, Mental Ray, Maya, Compositing, Look Development, Rendering, Shading, Python, PyQt, Visual Effects, Animation, 3D, Digital Compositing, Computer Animation, Texturing
Education
Pratt Institute 2005 — 2008
Skidmore College 2001 — 2005
BS
Ben Guastella Ben Guastella's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 2010 - April 2015
Job Senior Visual Designer & CGI Artist
Industry Animation
Experience
Raygun Studio May 2015 - Present
California College of the Arts September 2012 - Present
Freelance Photographer: Self Employed June 2005 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - April 2015
Ben Guastella Graphics May 2005 - 2010
IMC Productions 2006 - August 2009
Instructional Media Center at Chico State May 2006 - July 2009
CSU Summer Arts 2008 - 2009
LuLu's Fashion Lounge May 2006 - August 2007
The Chico Project June 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Maya, Cloth Simulation, Computer Animation, Animation, After Effects, 3D, MEL, Character Animation, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, Digital Photography, Photoshop, Photography, Web Design, Special Effects, Houdini, Graphic Design, Modeling, Compositing, Lighting, Video Editing, Nuke, 3D animation, C++, Fashion Photography, PFTrack, Motionbuilder, FumeFX, Realflow, 3D Modeling, Film, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
California State University-Chico 2003 — 2007
Bachelors of Science, Applied Computer Graphics
Chico High School
Raygun Studio May 2015 - Present
California College of the Arts September 2012 - Present
Freelance Photographer: Self Employed June 2005 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - April 2015
Ben Guastella Graphics May 2005 - 2010
IMC Productions 2006 - August 2009
Instructional Media Center at Chico State May 2006 - July 2009
CSU Summer Arts 2008 - 2009
LuLu's Fashion Lounge May 2006 - August 2007
The Chico Project June 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Maya, Cloth Simulation, Computer Animation, Animation, After Effects, 3D, MEL, Character Animation, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, Digital Photography, Photoshop, Photography, Web Design, Special Effects, Houdini, Graphic Design, Modeling, Compositing, Lighting, Video Editing, Nuke, 3D animation, C++, Fashion Photography, PFTrack, Motionbuilder, FumeFX, Realflow, 3D Modeling, Film, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
California State University-Chico 2003 — 2007
Bachelors of Science, Applied Computer Graphics
Chico High School
Monty Kimball Monty Kimball's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 1999 - 2001
Job Apartment Manager at Hollywood Apartment Rentals
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Hollywood Apartment Rentals April 2010 - Present
The Jim Henson Company December 2007 - March 2008
Animation Lab June 2007 - September 2007
DreamWorks Animation April 1997 - February 2006
DreamWorks Animation July 2002 - January 2004
PDI/Dreamworks 1999 - 2001
Skills
Animation, Visual Effects, Film, Post Production, Computer Graphics, Production Managment, Rendering, Nuke, Compositing, Computer Animation, Maya, Look Development, Character Animation, Traditional Animation, 3D, Digital Compositing, Feature Films, Special Effects
Education
San Francisco State University 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Developmental Psychology
Hollywood Apartment Rentals April 2010 - Present
The Jim Henson Company December 2007 - March 2008
Animation Lab June 2007 - September 2007
DreamWorks Animation April 1997 - February 2006
DreamWorks Animation July 2002 - January 2004
PDI/Dreamworks 1999 - 2001
Skills
Animation, Visual Effects, Film, Post Production, Computer Graphics, Production Managment, Rendering, Nuke, Compositing, Computer Animation, Maya, Look Development, Character Animation, Traditional Animation, 3D, Digital Compositing, Feature Films, Special Effects
Education
San Francisco State University 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Developmental Psychology
Jules Jammal Jules Jammal's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2005 - 2005
Job Adjunct Lecturer at San Jose State University
Industry Animation
Experience
A January 2012 - Present
San Jose State University January 2010 - Present
Animation Mentor July 2008 - December 2008
San Jose State University January 2008 - July 2008
Animation Mentor September 2006 - March 2008
San Jose State University - Animation/Illustration Dept. September 2004 - June 2006
LJam Productions January 2006 - January 2006
PDI/DreamWorks 2005 - 2005
P3M 1996 - 1996
Skills
Art, Photoshop, 3D Modeling, Rigging, Traditional Animation, Illustration, Maya, Modeling, Drawing, Illustrator, Texturing, Concept Design, Animation, Character Animation, Computer Animation
Education
Animation Mentor 2006 — 2008
Character Animation Degree, Character Animation
San Jose State University 2000 — 2006
BFA, Animation/Illustration
De Anza College 1993 — 2000
AA Liberal Arts, Animation - Traditional, CG, Stop Motion
San Jose State University
MA, Animation Focus
OCR
A January 2012 - Present
San Jose State University January 2010 - Present
Animation Mentor July 2008 - December 2008
San Jose State University January 2008 - July 2008
Animation Mentor September 2006 - March 2008
San Jose State University - Animation/Illustration Dept. September 2004 - June 2006
LJam Productions January 2006 - January 2006
PDI/DreamWorks 2005 - 2005
P3M 1996 - 1996
Skills
Art, Photoshop, 3D Modeling, Rigging, Traditional Animation, Illustration, Maya, Modeling, Drawing, Illustrator, Texturing, Concept Design, Animation, Character Animation, Computer Animation
Education
Animation Mentor 2006 — 2008
Character Animation Degree, Character Animation
San Jose State University 2000 — 2006
BFA, Animation/Illustration
De Anza College 1993 — 2000
AA Liberal Arts, Animation - Traditional, CG, Stop Motion
San Jose State University
MA, Animation Focus
OCR
Jung Jin Song Jung Jin Song's PDI/Dreamworks Experience May 2001 - Present
Job Lead Lighter at PDI/Dreamworks
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks May 2001 - Present
Columbia Center for New Media Teaching and Learning September 2000 - February 2001
Learn Technologies Interactive 1995 - 2000
Skills
Feature Films, Lighting, Nuke, Look Development, Character Animation, Maya, 3D, Visual Effects, Shake, Compositing, After Effects, MEL, Renderman, V-ray, Arnold renderer, UX/UI design, Adobe Creative Suite, Visio, Python, QuarkXPress, SmartDraw, Graphic Design, CSS & XHTML, Cinema 4D, User Interface Design, Animation
Education
School of Visual Arts 1996 — 1999
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Computer Arts
Parsons School of Design 1995 — 1996
Associate's Degree, Graphic Design & Advertising
Sangmyung University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor's Degree, Bachelor of Fine Arts; Sculpture
PDI/Dreamworks May 2001 - Present
Columbia Center for New Media Teaching and Learning September 2000 - February 2001
Learn Technologies Interactive 1995 - 2000
Skills
Feature Films, Lighting, Nuke, Look Development, Character Animation, Maya, 3D, Visual Effects, Shake, Compositing, After Effects, MEL, Renderman, V-ray, Arnold renderer, UX/UI design, Adobe Creative Suite, Visio, Python, QuarkXPress, SmartDraw, Graphic Design, CSS & XHTML, Cinema 4D, User Interface Design, Animation
Education
School of Visual Arts 1996 — 1999
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Computer Arts
Parsons School of Design 1995 — 1996
Associate's Degree, Graphic Design & Advertising
Sangmyung University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor's Degree, Bachelor of Fine Arts; Sculpture
Casey Sword Casey Sword's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2008 - January 2012
Job IT/Desktop Administrator at Clear Capital
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Clear Capital April 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2012 - April 2015
PDI/DreamWorks January 2008 - January 2012
Rendercore, Inc. May 2006 - December 2007
Education
California State University-Northridge 2000 — 2005
Bachelor's Degree
Clear Capital April 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2012 - April 2015
PDI/DreamWorks January 2008 - January 2012
Rendercore, Inc. May 2006 - December 2007
Education
California State University-Northridge 2000 — 2005
Bachelor's Degree
Holly Allen Holly Allen's PDI/Dreamworks Experience October 2010 - November 2013
Job Innovation Specialist at 18F
Industry Computer Software
Experience
18F / GSA August 2015 - Present
Public Library of Science November 2013 - August 2015
PDI/Dreamworks October 2010 - November 2013
PDI/Dreamworks November 2008 - October 2010
PDI/Dreamworks June 2008 - November 2008
PDI/Dreamworks September 2005 - June 2008
GenSys Software August 2002 - August 2005
BioTrove Inc. May 2001 - July 2002
PinPoint Corporation September 2000 - March 2001
Deka Research and Developement June 1998 - September 2000
Skills
Linux, Computer Graphics, C++, Perl, Python, Software Development, Personnel Management, Project Management, System Architecture, Programming, Team Leadership, Agile Methodologies, Software Project..., Java, C, Unix, Software Engineering, Testing, OOP, SOA, Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Distributed Systems, .NET, Software Design, Oracle, Algorithms, REST, Scalability, Team Management
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1994 — 1998
BS, Mechanical Engineering
18F / GSA August 2015 - Present
Public Library of Science November 2013 - August 2015
PDI/Dreamworks October 2010 - November 2013
PDI/Dreamworks November 2008 - October 2010
PDI/Dreamworks June 2008 - November 2008
PDI/Dreamworks September 2005 - June 2008
GenSys Software August 2002 - August 2005
BioTrove Inc. May 2001 - July 2002
PinPoint Corporation September 2000 - March 2001
Deka Research and Developement June 1998 - September 2000
Skills
Linux, Computer Graphics, C++, Perl, Python, Software Development, Personnel Management, Project Management, System Architecture, Programming, Team Leadership, Agile Methodologies, Software Project..., Java, C, Unix, Software Engineering, Testing, OOP, SOA, Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Distributed Systems, .NET, Software Design, Oracle, Algorithms, REST, Scalability, Team Management
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1994 — 1998
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Brad Lewis Brad Lewis's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 1990 - 2001
Job Director /Producer
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Warner Bros. Pictures 2013 - Present
Digital Domaim Media Group, Tradition Pictures 2011 - 2012
Pixar Animation Studios 2008 - July 2011
Disney/Pixar Animation Studios August 2008 - January 2009
City of San Carlos December 2007 - December 2008
Pixar Animation Studios 2001 - 2007
PDI/Dreamworks 1990 - 2001
Skills
Feature Films, Animation, Visual Effects, Film, Film Production, Social Media Marketing, Post Production, Commercials, Compositing, Computer Animation, Pre-production, Video Production, Character Animation, Lighting, 3D
Education
California State University, Fresno 1977 — 1980
BA, Theater Arts
Warner Bros. Pictures 2013 - Present
Digital Domaim Media Group, Tradition Pictures 2011 - 2012
Pixar Animation Studios 2008 - July 2011
Disney/Pixar Animation Studios August 2008 - January 2009
City of San Carlos December 2007 - December 2008
Pixar Animation Studios 2001 - 2007
PDI/Dreamworks 1990 - 2001
Skills
Feature Films, Animation, Visual Effects, Film, Film Production, Social Media Marketing, Post Production, Commercials, Compositing, Computer Animation, Pre-production, Video Production, Character Animation, Lighting, 3D
Education
California State University, Fresno 1977 — 1980
BA, Theater Arts
Catherine (Katy) Downey Catherine (Katy) Downey's PDI/Dreamworks Experience December 2010 - August 2014
Job User Experience Designer at Eindhoven University of Technology
Industry Design
Experience
Eindhoven University of Technology October 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks December 2010 - August 2014
DreamWorks Animation November 2008 - December 2010
DreamWorks Animation September 2006 - November 2008
The Orphanage June 2006 - September 2006
Lockheed Martin 2005 - 2005
Skills
User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Human Computer..., Computer Graphics, User-centered Design, Nuke, 3D, Python, Look Development, Maya, Houdini, Rendering, Computer Animation, Animation, Lighting, Shading, Compositing, User Experience, Concept Development, Rapid Prototyping, User Research, Illustrator, Photoshop
Education
Eindhoven University of Technology 2014 — 2016
Professional Doctorate of Engineering, User System Interaction
UC Berkeley Extension 2013 — 2014
Graphic Design
University of California, Berkeley 2002 — 2006
BA, Computer Science
University of Sussex 2004 — 2004
Research Intern, Computer Science
University of California, Santa Cruz 2002 — 2002
High School Honors Program
Eindhoven University of Technology October 2014 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks December 2010 - August 2014
DreamWorks Animation November 2008 - December 2010
DreamWorks Animation September 2006 - November 2008
The Orphanage June 2006 - September 2006
Lockheed Martin 2005 - 2005
Skills
User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Human Computer..., Computer Graphics, User-centered Design, Nuke, 3D, Python, Look Development, Maya, Houdini, Rendering, Computer Animation, Animation, Lighting, Shading, Compositing, User Experience, Concept Development, Rapid Prototyping, User Research, Illustrator, Photoshop
Education
Eindhoven University of Technology 2014 — 2016
Professional Doctorate of Engineering, User System Interaction
UC Berkeley Extension 2013 — 2014
Graphic Design
University of California, Berkeley 2002 — 2006
BA, Computer Science
University of Sussex 2004 — 2004
Research Intern, Computer Science
University of California, Santa Cruz 2002 — 2002
High School Honors Program
Paul Hettler's PDI/Dreamworks Experience March 2000 - March 2001
Job V.P. Logistics at Krave Pure Foods
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Krave Pure Foods May 2012 - Present
Eddie Bauer November 2011 - May 2012
Reliance Media Works August 2010 - October 2011
The Orphanage January 2002 - March 2008
PDI/Dreamworks March 2000 - March 2001
Industrial Light & Magic Commercial Productions April 1993 - March 2000
Skills
Post Production, Commercials, Visual Effects, Television, Feature Films, Film Production, Video, Producing, Advertising, Video Production, Production Managment, Creative Direction, Computer Animation, Entertainment, Film, 3D
Education
San Diego State University-California State University
Bachelor of Science: Film & Video Production, Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Krave Pure Foods May 2012 - Present
Eddie Bauer November 2011 - May 2012
Reliance Media Works August 2010 - October 2011
The Orphanage January 2002 - March 2008
PDI/Dreamworks March 2000 - March 2001
Industrial Light & Magic Commercial Productions April 1993 - March 2000
Skills
Post Production, Commercials, Visual Effects, Television, Feature Films, Film Production, Video, Producing, Advertising, Video Production, Production Managment, Creative Direction, Computer Animation, Entertainment, Film, 3D
Education
San Diego State University-California State University
Bachelor of Science: Film & Video Production, Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Jill Berger's PDI/Dreamworks Experience September 2000 - July 2001
Job Medical Student
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Emergency Professional Services September 2011 - December 2013
Industrial Light & Magic November 2006 - May 2011
Sony Pictures Imageworks January 2004 - October 2006
Weta Digital June 2002 - November 2003
Cinesite July 2001 - June 2002
PDI/Dreamworks September 2000 - July 2001
Skills
Renderman, Visual Effects, Shake, Nuke, Computer Graphics, Compositing, Maya, Look Development, Technical Direction, Lighting, Computer Animation, Feature Films, Animation, 3D
Education
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson 2015 — 2019
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Arizona State University 1995 — 2000
BS, Computer Science
Emergency Professional Services September 2011 - December 2013
Industrial Light & Magic November 2006 - May 2011
Sony Pictures Imageworks January 2004 - October 2006
Weta Digital June 2002 - November 2003
Cinesite July 2001 - June 2002
PDI/Dreamworks September 2000 - July 2001
Skills
Renderman, Visual Effects, Shake, Nuke, Computer Graphics, Compositing, Maya, Look Development, Technical Direction, Lighting, Computer Animation, Feature Films, Animation, 3D
Education
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson 2015 — 2019
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Arizona State University 1995 — 2000
BS, Computer Science
Claudia A. Candia Claudia A. Candia's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2000 - August 2006
Job Texture Artist at Evil Eye Pictures
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Evil Eye Pictures / Google ATAP March 2015 - June 2015
HouseSpecial October 2014 - November 2014
LAIKA House, LLC March 2014 - May 2014
Anderson3 (formerly Delirium Studio) February 2014 - February 2014
Animation Mentor April 2013 - May 2013
Laika June 2012 - February 2013
HiveFX February 2012 - May 2012
Digital Domain January 2011 - December 2011
Tippett Studio September 2006 - August 2009
PDI/DreamWorks July 2000 - August 2006
Skills
Mari, Photoshop, Maya, Linux, Renderman, traditional fine arts, Drawing, UVLayout, Look Development, Texture Painting, 3D, Visual Effects, Animation, Lighting, Compositing, Texturing, Film, Computer Animation
Education
Rhode Island School of Design 1989 — 1993
BFA, Illustration
Evil Eye Pictures / Google ATAP March 2015 - June 2015
HouseSpecial October 2014 - November 2014
LAIKA House, LLC March 2014 - May 2014
Anderson3 (formerly Delirium Studio) February 2014 - February 2014
Animation Mentor April 2013 - May 2013
Laika June 2012 - February 2013
HiveFX February 2012 - May 2012
Digital Domain January 2011 - December 2011
Tippett Studio September 2006 - August 2009
PDI/DreamWorks July 2000 - August 2006
Skills
Mari, Photoshop, Maya, Linux, Renderman, traditional fine arts, Drawing, UVLayout, Look Development, Texture Painting, 3D, Visual Effects, Animation, Lighting, Compositing, Texturing, Film, Computer Animation
Education
Rhode Island School of Design 1989 — 1993
BFA, Illustration
Joe DiCesare Joe DiCesare's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 1999 - 2001
Job Matte Painter / Digital Artist
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
DreamWorks Animation January 2012 - January 2015
Sony Pictures Imageworks 2002 - November 2011
Treyarch / Activision July 2001 - December 2002
PDI/Dreamworks 1999 - 2001
Industrial Light + Magic 1998 - 1999
Self Employed June 1984 - July 1998
Skills
Matte Painting, Texture Painting, Illustration, 3D, Photography, Digital Art, Digital Matte Painting, Painting, Graphic Design, Cartoons, Character Designs, Background Art, Technical Direction, Film Production, Maya, Character Animation, Traditional Animation, Visual Effects, Feature Films, Texturing, Film
Education
Pratt Institute 1980 — 1984
BFA, Illustration
DreamWorks Animation January 2012 - January 2015
Sony Pictures Imageworks 2002 - November 2011
Treyarch / Activision July 2001 - December 2002
PDI/Dreamworks 1999 - 2001
Industrial Light + Magic 1998 - 1999
Self Employed June 1984 - July 1998
Skills
Matte Painting, Texture Painting, Illustration, 3D, Photography, Digital Art, Digital Matte Painting, Painting, Graphic Design, Cartoons, Character Designs, Background Art, Technical Direction, Film Production, Maya, Character Animation, Traditional Animation, Visual Effects, Feature Films, Texturing, Film
Education
Pratt Institute 1980 — 1984
BFA, Illustration
Anthony Meschi Anthony Meschi's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2012 - July 2015
Job Compositor, Paint/Roto, Motion Graphics Artist
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks January 2012 - July 2015
PDI/Dreamworks March 2011 - November 2011
Industrial Light & Magic December 2010 - March 2011
The Base Studio November 2010 - November 2010
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - September 2010
Gradient Effects May 2010 - June 2010
In-Three Inc. March 2009 - May 2010
Roto Factory August 2008 - November 2008
Mysterious Conditions March 2008 - April 2008
Three Ball FIlms January 2008 - April 2008
Skills
Nuke, Rotoscoping, Compositing, Silhouette, Shake, Maya, Mocha, Stereoscopic, After Effects, Animation, Digital Painting, Live Action, 3D, Digital Compositing, Visual Effects, Motion Graphics, Traditional Animation, Film, Lighting, Photoshop, Computer Animation, Color Correction
Education
Academy of Art University 2003 — 2008
BFA, Visual Effects (Compositing)
PDI/Dreamworks January 2012 - July 2015
PDI/Dreamworks March 2011 - November 2011
Industrial Light & Magic December 2010 - March 2011
The Base Studio November 2010 - November 2010
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - September 2010
Gradient Effects May 2010 - June 2010
In-Three Inc. March 2009 - May 2010
Roto Factory August 2008 - November 2008
Mysterious Conditions March 2008 - April 2008
Three Ball FIlms January 2008 - April 2008
Skills
Nuke, Rotoscoping, Compositing, Silhouette, Shake, Maya, Mocha, Stereoscopic, After Effects, Animation, Digital Painting, Live Action, 3D, Digital Compositing, Visual Effects, Motion Graphics, Traditional Animation, Film, Lighting, Photoshop, Computer Animation, Color Correction
Education
Academy of Art University 2003 — 2008
BFA, Visual Effects (Compositing)
Scott Singer Scott Singer's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2003 - 2006
Job Technical & Creative Designer/Manager Consulting for VR, AR and Visual Programming Projects
Industry Animation
Experience
Tippett Studio June 2009 - October 2014
PDI Dreamworks Animation 2006 - April 2009
DreamWorks Animation 2006 - April 2009
PDI/Dreamworks 2003 - 2006
Pacific Data Images 1997 - 2003
University of California, Riverside September 1992 - December 1996
Skills
Visual Effects, Pipeline Architecture, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, Maya, Compositing, Houdini, Animation, Film, 3D, Digital Compositing, Special Effects, Shading, Look Development, Creative Direction, Feature Films, Lighting, Pipeline Development, VFX Supervision, Shake, Particle, Rendering, Education
Education
Northwestern University 1990 — 1992
MFA
University of Colorado Boulder 1985 — 1989
BFA
Tippett Studio June 2009 - October 2014
PDI Dreamworks Animation 2006 - April 2009
DreamWorks Animation 2006 - April 2009
PDI/Dreamworks 2003 - 2006
Pacific Data Images 1997 - 2003
University of California, Riverside September 1992 - December 1996
Skills
Visual Effects, Pipeline Architecture, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, Maya, Compositing, Houdini, Animation, Film, 3D, Digital Compositing, Special Effects, Shading, Look Development, Creative Direction, Feature Films, Lighting, Pipeline Development, VFX Supervision, Shake, Particle, Rendering, Education
Education
Northwestern University 1990 — 1992
MFA
University of Colorado Boulder 1985 — 1989
BFA
Jeffrey Arnold Jeffrey Arnold's PDI/Dreamworks Experience March 2010 - December 2010
Job Lighter/Compositor for Cinematics at Blizzard Entertainment
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Blizzard Entertainment June 2014 - Present
Look Effects November 2013 - February 2014
Blue Sky Studios November 2012 - March 2013
Sony Pictures Imageworks 2012 - 2012
Weta Digital January 2011 - 2011
PDI/Dreamworks March 2010 - December 2010
Image Movers Digital January 2009 - January 2010
Motion Theory 2008 - 2008
CafeFX April 2007 - May 2007
Disney Feature Animation September 2006 - March 2007
Skills
visual effect, Maya, Lighting, Compositing, Traditional Animation, Digital Compositing, Computer Animation, Look Development, Visual Effects, Nuke, Shake, Renderman, MEL, Shading, Mental Ray, Cinematics, Rotoscoping
Education
University of Arizona 1990 — 1994
BFA
Bishop Amat High School 1984 — 1988
California State University-Fullerton
Blizzard Entertainment June 2014 - Present
Look Effects November 2013 - February 2014
Blue Sky Studios November 2012 - March 2013
Sony Pictures Imageworks 2012 - 2012
Weta Digital January 2011 - 2011
PDI/Dreamworks March 2010 - December 2010
Image Movers Digital January 2009 - January 2010
Motion Theory 2008 - 2008
CafeFX April 2007 - May 2007
Disney Feature Animation September 2006 - March 2007
Skills
visual effect, Maya, Lighting, Compositing, Traditional Animation, Digital Compositing, Computer Animation, Look Development, Visual Effects, Nuke, Shake, Renderman, MEL, Shading, Mental Ray, Cinematics, Rotoscoping
Education
University of Arizona 1990 — 1994
BFA
Bishop Amat High School 1984 — 1988
California State University-Fullerton
Priyamvad Deshmukh Priyamvad Deshmukh's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 2009 - August 2009
Job Shader Writer at Weta Digital
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Weta Digital August 2013 - Present
DreamWorks Animation February 2010 - July 2013
PDI/Dreamworks June 2009 - August 2009
Adobe Systems July 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Visual Effects, Python, Animation, C++, Shaders, Computer Graphics, Maya, MEL, OpenGL, Perforce, Renderman
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2008 — 2010
Master of Science (MS), Computer Science (Computer Graphics Track)
Birla Institute of Technology and Science 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Computer Science
Weta Digital August 2013 - Present
DreamWorks Animation February 2010 - July 2013
PDI/Dreamworks June 2009 - August 2009
Adobe Systems July 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Visual Effects, Python, Animation, C++, Shaders, Computer Graphics, Maya, MEL, OpenGL, Perforce, Renderman
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2008 — 2010
Master of Science (MS), Computer Science (Computer Graphics Track)
Birla Institute of Technology and Science 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Computer Science
Emily Yi Emily Yi's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2011 - Present
Job Lead Lighter/Compositor at PDI/Dreamworks
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks 2011 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks 2008 - 2011
PDI/Dreamworks 2007 - 2008
PDI/Dreamworks September 2006 - December 2006
Nickelodeon Animation Studios May 2006 - August 2006
Trace Pictures April 2005 - July 2005
Skills
Visual Effects, Lighting, Compositing, Nuke, Maya, Feature Films, Film, After Effects, Rendering, Photoshop, Computer Graphics, 3D, Awesomeness, Rotoscoping, Family Photography, Photography, Animation, Computer Animation, Dog Walking, Dog Training, Character Animation, Look Development, AfterEffects, Traditional Animation, Motion Graphics, Modeling, Film Production, Illustrator, Digital Compositing, Design
Education
Sheridan College 2003 — 2005
San Francisco State University
Multimedia Studies
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Commerce
PDI/Dreamworks 2011 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks 2008 - 2011
PDI/Dreamworks 2007 - 2008
PDI/Dreamworks September 2006 - December 2006
Nickelodeon Animation Studios May 2006 - August 2006
Trace Pictures April 2005 - July 2005
Skills
Visual Effects, Lighting, Compositing, Nuke, Maya, Feature Films, Film, After Effects, Rendering, Photoshop, Computer Graphics, 3D, Awesomeness, Rotoscoping, Family Photography, Photography, Animation, Computer Animation, Dog Walking, Dog Training, Character Animation, Look Development, AfterEffects, Traditional Animation, Motion Graphics, Modeling, Film Production, Illustrator, Digital Compositing, Design
Education
Sheridan College 2003 — 2005
San Francisco State University
Multimedia Studies
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Commerce
Melanie Cordan's PDI/Dreamworks Experience March 2003 - November 2013
Job Senior Character Animator
Industry Animation
Experience
DreamWorks Animation July 2014 - January 2015
Animation Mentor 2006 - May 2014
UC Santa Cruz December 2013 - March 2014
PDI/Dreamworks March 2003 - November 2013
Weta Digital October 2000 - October 2002
Pixar Animation Studios April 1999 - October 1999
Rhythm & Hues 1996 - 1999
Skills
Character Animation, Visual Effects, Film, Video Games, Facial Animation, Animation, Commercials, Computer Animation, Television, Maya, Traditional Animation, Cinematics, Film Production, Feature Films, 3D, Short Films
Education
California Institute of the Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Character Animation
DreamWorks Animation July 2014 - January 2015
Animation Mentor 2006 - May 2014
UC Santa Cruz December 2013 - March 2014
PDI/Dreamworks March 2003 - November 2013
Weta Digital October 2000 - October 2002
Pixar Animation Studios April 1999 - October 1999
Rhythm & Hues 1996 - 1999
Skills
Character Animation, Visual Effects, Film, Video Games, Facial Animation, Animation, Commercials, Computer Animation, Television, Maya, Traditional Animation, Cinematics, Film Production, Feature Films, 3D, Short Films
Education
California Institute of the Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Character Animation
Karen Dryden Karen Dryden's PDI/Dreamworks Experience April 2007 - November 2008
Job Senior UX Design Producer at NVIDIA
Industry Animation
Experience
NVIDIA August 2015 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks Animation April 2012 - April 2015
PDI/DreamWorks Animation November 2008 - March 2012
PDI/DreamWorks April 2007 - November 2008
PDI/DreamWorks January 2007 - March 2007
PDI/ DreamWorks January 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Animation, Feature Films, Film Production, Film, Microsoft Office, Character Animation, Supervising, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Microsoft Excel, Google Docs, Outlook, Google Calendar, Maya, 3D, Project Management
Education
San Jose State University 2002 — 2006
BFA, Animation and Illustration
Santa Rosa Junior College 1998 — 2002
AA, Art
Piner High School
Humanities
NVIDIA August 2015 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks Animation April 2012 - April 2015
PDI/DreamWorks Animation November 2008 - March 2012
PDI/DreamWorks April 2007 - November 2008
PDI/DreamWorks January 2007 - March 2007
PDI/ DreamWorks January 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Animation, Feature Films, Film Production, Film, Microsoft Office, Character Animation, Supervising, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Microsoft Excel, Google Docs, Outlook, Google Calendar, Maya, 3D, Project Management
Education
San Jose State University 2002 — 2006
BFA, Animation and Illustration
Santa Rosa Junior College 1998 — 2002
AA, Art
Piner High School
Humanities
Devon Penney Devon Penney's PDI/Dreamworks Experience October 2008 - 2012
Job FX Production Development Lead at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
DreamWorks Animation 2014 - Present
Think Live FX 2012 - Present
DreamWorks Animation 2012 - 2014
PDI/Dreamworks October 2008 - 2012
PDI/Dreamworks 2007 - October 2008
Skills
Houdini, MEL, Nuke, Computer Graphics, Rendering, Visual Effects, 3D, Computer Animation, Image Processing, Renderman, Particle, Python, Shaders
Education
Brown University 2006 — 2007
M.Sc, Computer Science
Brown University 2002 — 2006
B.Sc, Math/Computer Science
DreamWorks Animation 2014 - Present
Think Live FX 2012 - Present
DreamWorks Animation 2012 - 2014
PDI/Dreamworks October 2008 - 2012
PDI/Dreamworks 2007 - October 2008
Skills
Houdini, MEL, Nuke, Computer Graphics, Rendering, Visual Effects, 3D, Computer Animation, Image Processing, Renderman, Particle, Python, Shaders
Education
Brown University 2006 — 2007
M.Sc, Computer Science
Brown University 2002 — 2006
B.Sc, Math/Computer Science
Monika Erande Monika Erande's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2009 - June 2015
Job Character FX Lead at Dreamworks Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks 2009 - June 2015
Dreamworks Animation December 2002 - 2009
Patni Computer Services 1999 - 1999
Skills
Maya, Computer Animation, MEL, Houdini, Python, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Animation, Nuke, Character Animation
Education
Bournemouth University
M Sc, Animation
PDI/Dreamworks 2009 - June 2015
Dreamworks Animation December 2002 - 2009
Patni Computer Services 1999 - 1999
Skills
Maya, Computer Animation, MEL, Houdini, Python, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Animation, Nuke, Character Animation
Education
Bournemouth University
M Sc, Animation
Cullen Brown Cullen Brown's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2010 - 2010
Job 2D Concept Artist at Kabam
Industry Animation
Experience
Lucasfilm Animation December 2011 - Present
Hallmark Cards August 2010 - December 2011
Bottle Rocket Studios December 2009 - January 2010
PDI/Dreamworks 2010 - 2010
Hallmark Cards May 2009 - July 2009
Education
San Jose State University 2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Animation/Illustration
Lucasfilm Animation December 2011 - Present
Hallmark Cards August 2010 - December 2011
Bottle Rocket Studios December 2009 - January 2010
PDI/Dreamworks 2010 - 2010
Hallmark Cards May 2009 - July 2009
Education
San Jose State University 2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Animation/Illustration
TC Harrison TC Harrison's PDI/Dreamworks Experience August 2003 - October 2005
Job Digital Compositor at Industrial Light & Magic
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Industrial Light & Magic March 2014 - Present
Sony Pictures Imageworks July 2007 - March 2014
ACM SIGGRAPH August 2008 - August 2008
Epic Level Entertainment May 2006 - September 2007
ACM SIGGRAPH August 2007 - August 2007
PDI/Dreamworks August 2003 - October 2005
Skills
Visual Effects, Compositing, VFX Supervision, Feature Films, Film, Film Production, Digital Compositing, Special Effects, Nuke, Rotoscoping, Video, Computer Animation, Animation, Live Action
Education
California State University-Northridge 2005 — 2007
BA, Cinema and Television Arts
West Valley College 2003 — 2005
AA, Liberal Arts
Industrial Light & Magic March 2014 - Present
Sony Pictures Imageworks July 2007 - March 2014
ACM SIGGRAPH August 2008 - August 2008
Epic Level Entertainment May 2006 - September 2007
ACM SIGGRAPH August 2007 - August 2007
PDI/Dreamworks August 2003 - October 2005
Skills
Visual Effects, Compositing, VFX Supervision, Feature Films, Film, Film Production, Digital Compositing, Special Effects, Nuke, Rotoscoping, Video, Computer Animation, Animation, Live Action
Education
California State University-Northridge 2005 — 2007
BA, Cinema and Television Arts
West Valley College 2003 — 2005
AA, Liberal Arts
Guido Zimmermann Guido Zimmermann's PDI/Dreamworks Experience May 2010 - April 2011
Job Apple Inc.
Industry Animation
Experience
Apple Inc. April 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation August 2013 - March 2015
PDI/ DreamWorks April 2011 - August 2013
PDI/Dreamworks May 2010 - April 2011
PDI/Dreamworks October 2004 - April 2010
Frame Eleven 2000 - 2004
The German Film School Berlin 2000 - 2004
Frame By Frame Zurich 1999 - 2000
Skills
Character Rigging, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, Python, PyQt, C++, Maya, Post Production, Renderman, Visual Effects, Technical Leadership, 3D visualization, Unity3D, Animation, Digital Compositing, JavaScript, Visual Basic, C#, Mathematics, Houdini
Education
Hochschule Furtwangen University 1996 — 2001
Master's Degree
San Francisco State University 1999 — 1999
Research Fellow
Apple Inc. April 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation August 2013 - March 2015
PDI/ DreamWorks April 2011 - August 2013
PDI/Dreamworks May 2010 - April 2011
PDI/Dreamworks October 2004 - April 2010
Frame Eleven 2000 - 2004
The German Film School Berlin 2000 - 2004
Frame By Frame Zurich 1999 - 2000
Skills
Character Rigging, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, Python, PyQt, C++, Maya, Post Production, Renderman, Visual Effects, Technical Leadership, 3D visualization, Unity3D, Animation, Digital Compositing, JavaScript, Visual Basic, C#, Mathematics, Houdini
Education
Hochschule Furtwangen University 1996 — 2001
Master's Degree
San Francisco State University 1999 — 1999
Research Fellow
Bert Chung Bert Chung's PDI/Dreamworks Experience March 2009 - June 2011
Job
Industry Animation
Experience
Blue Sky Studios June 2011 - Present
Academy of Art University June 2008 - May 2012
PDI/Dreamworks March 2009 - June 2011
Pixar Animation Studios June 2008 - February 2009
Reel FX March 2008 - May 2008
Blue Sky Studios April 2007 - December 2007
LucasArts December 2006 - March 2007
Giant Killer Robots Inc August 2006 - November 2006
DNA productions September 2005 - May 2006
EA games May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Character Animation, Maya, Video Games, Cinematics, Animation, Computer Animation, Facial Animation, XSI, MEL, Commercials, Character Rigging
Education
Academy of Art University 2002 — 2005
BFA, Animation
Blue Sky Studios June 2011 - Present
Academy of Art University June 2008 - May 2012
PDI/Dreamworks March 2009 - June 2011
Pixar Animation Studios June 2008 - February 2009
Reel FX March 2008 - May 2008
Blue Sky Studios April 2007 - December 2007
LucasArts December 2006 - March 2007
Giant Killer Robots Inc August 2006 - November 2006
DNA productions September 2005 - May 2006
EA games May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Character Animation, Maya, Video Games, Cinematics, Animation, Computer Animation, Facial Animation, XSI, MEL, Commercials, Character Rigging
Education
Academy of Art University 2002 — 2005
BFA, Animation
Randy Hammond Randy Hammond's PDI/Dreamworks Experience March 2009 - February 2013
Job Sr. Software Engineer at WhiteHat Security
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks March 2009 - February 2013
Electronic Arts Canada September 2004 - November 2008
PDI/Dreamworks January 1997 - June 2004
Bert Frenz & Associates August 1990 - January 1997
Skills
Maya, MEL, Computer Graphics, Programming, Python, Java, C++, Perl, Visual Effects, Feature Films, Game Development, Pipeline Development, Scripting, Character Animation, Animation, Compositing, PyQt, Computer Animation, Qt, 3D, Houdini, Simulations, SOA, Photoshop, Linux, Premiere, Post Production, Game Design, OpenGL, Texturing, Traditional Animation, Perforce, 3D Modeling, Lighting, Renderman, Xbox 360, Film, Rigging, Shaders, 3D Studio Max, PS3, Video Games, Particle
Education
Texas A&M University 1994 — 1997
Computer Visualization/Animation
Pennsylvania State University-Erie Campus 1986 — 1990
BS, Chemistry
University of California, Santa Cruz
CS
PDI/Dreamworks March 2009 - February 2013
Electronic Arts Canada September 2004 - November 2008
PDI/Dreamworks January 1997 - June 2004
Bert Frenz & Associates August 1990 - January 1997
Skills
Maya, MEL, Computer Graphics, Programming, Python, Java, C++, Perl, Visual Effects, Feature Films, Game Development, Pipeline Development, Scripting, Character Animation, Animation, Compositing, PyQt, Computer Animation, Qt, 3D, Houdini, Simulations, SOA, Photoshop, Linux, Premiere, Post Production, Game Design, OpenGL, Texturing, Traditional Animation, Perforce, 3D Modeling, Lighting, Renderman, Xbox 360, Film, Rigging, Shaders, 3D Studio Max, PS3, Video Games, Particle
Education
Texas A&M University 1994 — 1997
Computer Visualization/Animation
Pennsylvania State University-Erie Campus 1986 — 1990
BS, Chemistry
University of California, Santa Cruz
CS
Kory Heinzen's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2003 - January 2014
Job Design Supervisor Dreamworks Animation TV
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Oculus VR July 2015 - Present
At Large June 2002 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2014 - June 2015
DreamWorks Animation July 2008 - January 2014
PDI/Dreamworks July 2003 - January 2014
Naughty Dog 2003 - 2008
Crystal Dynamics August 2000 - July 2003
WildBrain Inc. April 1999 - June 2000
Warner Bros. Animation 1996 - 1998
Skills
Photoshop, After Effects, Maya, Lightwave, Art Direction, Animation, Voice Acting, Video Game Production, Graphic Design, Character Designs, Feature Films, Commercials, Children's Books, Comic Book Illustration, Creative Direction, Screenwriting, Short Films, Conceptual Art, entertainment design, Zbrush, Mudbox, Video Games, 3D, Character Animation, Illustration, Storyboarding, Texturing, Traditional Animation
Education
Art Center College of Design 1994 — 1997
Illustration
UCI, etensions 1993 — 1994
certificate, Computer Graphics and Design
Oculus VR July 2015 - Present
At Large June 2002 - Present
DreamWorks Animation January 2014 - June 2015
DreamWorks Animation July 2008 - January 2014
PDI/Dreamworks July 2003 - January 2014
Naughty Dog 2003 - 2008
Crystal Dynamics August 2000 - July 2003
WildBrain Inc. April 1999 - June 2000
Warner Bros. Animation 1996 - 1998
Skills
Photoshop, After Effects, Maya, Lightwave, Art Direction, Animation, Voice Acting, Video Game Production, Graphic Design, Character Designs, Feature Films, Commercials, Children's Books, Comic Book Illustration, Creative Direction, Screenwriting, Short Films, Conceptual Art, entertainment design, Zbrush, Mudbox, Video Games, 3D, Character Animation, Illustration, Storyboarding, Texturing, Traditional Animation
Education
Art Center College of Design 1994 — 1997
Illustration
UCI, etensions 1993 — 1994
certificate, Computer Graphics and Design
Krzysztof Rost's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2010 - 2010
Job Technical Director at PIXAR
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
DreamWorks Animation January 2014 - January 2015
DreamWorks Animation October 2012 - December 2013
DreamWorks Animation September 2012 - February 2013
DreamWorks Animation April 2011 - October 2012
PDI/DreamWorks 2010 - 2010
PDI/DreamWorks 2010 - 2010
PDI/DreamWorks 2008 - 2008
PDI/DreamWorks 2008 - 2008
PDI/Dreamworks July 2007 - December 2007
PDI/DreamWorks 2007 - 2007
Skills
Visual Effects, Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Animation, Compositing, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, Particle Effects, Special Effects, Feature Films, Technical Direction, Film Production, FX Options, 3D, Look Development, MEL, Renderman
Education
School Of Visual Arts 1992 — 1994
MFA
Purchase College, SUNY 1987 — 1992
BFA
DreamWorks Animation January 2014 - January 2015
DreamWorks Animation October 2012 - December 2013
DreamWorks Animation September 2012 - February 2013
DreamWorks Animation April 2011 - October 2012
PDI/DreamWorks 2010 - 2010
PDI/DreamWorks 2010 - 2010
PDI/DreamWorks 2008 - 2008
PDI/DreamWorks 2008 - 2008
PDI/Dreamworks July 2007 - December 2007
PDI/DreamWorks 2007 - 2007
Skills
Visual Effects, Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Animation, Compositing, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, Particle Effects, Special Effects, Feature Films, Technical Direction, Film Production, FX Options, 3D, Look Development, MEL, Renderman
Education
School Of Visual Arts 1992 — 1994
MFA
Purchase College, SUNY 1987 — 1992
BFA
Tanya Riepe's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2000 - February 2001
Job Sr Technical Account Manager at Registria
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Registria November 2014 - Present
Apigee November 2013 - September 2014
Ensighten May 2012 - November 2013
Ensighten 2012 - 2012
Adchemy 2011 - 2012
DotNetNuke Corporation January 2011 - October 2011
Efficient Frontier 2005 - January 2011
CafePress.com January 2003 - November 2004
PDI/Dreamworks July 2000 - February 2001
Coach House Gifts 1998 - 1999
Skills
SEM, HTML, JavaScript, Creative Problem Solving, search engine marketing, SEO, Account Management, SaaS, search marketing, Google Adwords, Web Analytics, Advertising, Project Management, Product Marketing, Salesforce.com, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, E-commerce, Lead Generation, Web Development, Management, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Data Processing, PPC, Analytics, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, CRM, Product Management, Strategy
Education
Iowa State University 1990 — 1996
BFA, painting, drawing, printmaking
Registria November 2014 - Present
Apigee November 2013 - September 2014
Ensighten May 2012 - November 2013
Ensighten 2012 - 2012
Adchemy 2011 - 2012
DotNetNuke Corporation January 2011 - October 2011
Efficient Frontier 2005 - January 2011
CafePress.com January 2003 - November 2004
PDI/Dreamworks July 2000 - February 2001
Coach House Gifts 1998 - 1999
Skills
SEM, HTML, JavaScript, Creative Problem Solving, search engine marketing, SEO, Account Management, SaaS, search marketing, Google Adwords, Web Analytics, Advertising, Project Management, Product Marketing, Salesforce.com, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, E-commerce, Lead Generation, Web Development, Management, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Data Processing, PPC, Analytics, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, CRM, Product Management, Strategy
Education
Iowa State University 1990 — 1996
BFA, painting, drawing, printmaking
Bob Roepke's PDI/Dreamworks Experience March 1999 - March 2001
Job Vice President, Finance at MarkLogic Corporation
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Chordiant Software June 2007 - 2010
Yahoo! March 2006 - June 2007
Verity, Inc. June 2003 - January 2006
Sendmail, Inc. March 2001 - June 2003
PDI/Dreamworks March 1999 - March 2001
PaineWebber August 1994 - March 1999
The Walt Disney Company June 1993 - September 1993
UPS August 1987 - December 1991
IBM June 1986 - September 1986
Skills
Corporate Finance, Finance, Due Diligence, Corporate Development, Mergers, SEC filings, Risk Management, Revenue Recognition, Accounting, Investor Relations, Strategic Financial..., Financial Modeling, Treasury, Business Planning, Investment Banking, Software, Entertainment, MarkLogic, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Development, Strategy
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 1992 — 1994
MBA, Finance
Lehigh University 1983 — 1987
BS, Industrial Engineering
Chordiant Software June 2007 - 2010
Yahoo! March 2006 - June 2007
Verity, Inc. June 2003 - January 2006
Sendmail, Inc. March 2001 - June 2003
PDI/Dreamworks March 1999 - March 2001
PaineWebber August 1994 - March 1999
The Walt Disney Company June 1993 - September 1993
UPS August 1987 - December 1991
IBM June 1986 - September 1986
Skills
Corporate Finance, Finance, Due Diligence, Corporate Development, Mergers, SEC filings, Risk Management, Revenue Recognition, Accounting, Investor Relations, Strategic Financial..., Financial Modeling, Treasury, Business Planning, Investment Banking, Software, Entertainment, MarkLogic, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Development, Strategy
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 1992 — 1994
MBA, Finance
Lehigh University 1983 — 1987
BS, Industrial Engineering
Dane Stogner's PDI/Dreamworks Experience April 2008 - Present
Job Lead Character Animator at PDI/Dreamworks
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks April 2008 - Present
Snoot Entertainment April 2006 - April 2008
Animation Mentor January 2007 - March 2008
FJORG! 2007 August 2007 - August 2007
Omation September 2005 - February 2006
Buzzie Productions March 2005 - August 2005
Tri-Dimensional Studios December 2004 - March 2005
Wacky World Studios January 2004 - December 2004
Skills
XSI, Character Animation, Maya, Animation, Shake, Characters, Film, Short Films, Facial Animation, Cinematics, Computer Animation, Character Rigging, Rigging, Visual Effects, Commercials, Feature Films, 3D, Lighting, Pre-visualization
Education
Animation Mentor 2007 — 2008
Certificate of Advanced Studies in Character Animation
Ringling School of Art and Design 1999 — 2003
BFA
The Paideia School 1995 — 1999
Diploma
PDI/Dreamworks April 2008 - Present
Snoot Entertainment April 2006 - April 2008
Animation Mentor January 2007 - March 2008
FJORG! 2007 August 2007 - August 2007
Omation September 2005 - February 2006
Buzzie Productions March 2005 - August 2005
Tri-Dimensional Studios December 2004 - March 2005
Wacky World Studios January 2004 - December 2004
Skills
XSI, Character Animation, Maya, Animation, Shake, Characters, Film, Short Films, Facial Animation, Cinematics, Computer Animation, Character Rigging, Rigging, Visual Effects, Commercials, Feature Films, 3D, Lighting, Pre-visualization
Education
Animation Mentor 2007 — 2008
Certificate of Advanced Studies in Character Animation
Ringling School of Art and Design 1999 — 2003
BFA
The Paideia School 1995 — 1999
Diploma
Marc Wilhite's PDI/Dreamworks Experience October 2001 - June 2003
Job
Industry Computer Games
Experience
Sony Computer Entertainment America (PlayStation) July 2015 - Present
Famo.us December 2014 - June 2015
Sony Pictures Imageworks April 2010 - June 2012
Framestore CFC July 2009 - March 2010
Digital Domain September 2007 - July 2009
Sony Pictures Imageworks September 2005 - September 2007
DreamWorks Animation June 2003 - July 2005
PDI/Dreamworks October 2001 - June 2003
Industrial Light & Magic September 1999 - October 2001
ILM November 1997 - September 1999
Skills
Visual Effects, Maya, Computer Animation, Character Animation, Computer Graphics, Rigging, Animation, Character Rigging, 3D, Mental Ray, MEL, 3D Modeling, JavaScript, Design, Feature Films, Python, Photoshop, Scripting, Film
Education
New York University 2012 — 2014
Master's degree (partial), Music Technology
San Francisco State University 1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts, Cinema
Golden West College
Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts
Sony Computer Entertainment America (PlayStation) July 2015 - Present
Famo.us December 2014 - June 2015
Sony Pictures Imageworks April 2010 - June 2012
Framestore CFC July 2009 - March 2010
Digital Domain September 2007 - July 2009
Sony Pictures Imageworks September 2005 - September 2007
DreamWorks Animation June 2003 - July 2005
PDI/Dreamworks October 2001 - June 2003
Industrial Light & Magic September 1999 - October 2001
ILM November 1997 - September 1999
Skills
Visual Effects, Maya, Computer Animation, Character Animation, Computer Graphics, Rigging, Animation, Character Rigging, 3D, Mental Ray, MEL, 3D Modeling, JavaScript, Design, Feature Films, Python, Photoshop, Scripting, Film
Education
New York University 2012 — 2014
Master's degree (partial), Music Technology
San Francisco State University 1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts, Cinema
Golden West College
Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts
Joon Song's PDI/Dreamworks Experience October 2005 - July 2011
Job Fur Technical Director at Blue Sky Studios
Industry Animation
Experience
Blue Sky Studios October 2012 - Present
Walt Disney Animation Studios April 2012 - September 2012
PDI/Dreamworks October 2005 - July 2011
Wild Brain, Inc. 2000 - 2005
The Orphanage 2004 - 2004
Skills
Houdini, Nuke, Compositing, Maya, Renderman, Visual Effects, Digital Compositing, Python, PyQt, Mental Ray, 3D, Computer Animation, Shaders, C, C++, JavaScript, ExtJS, TurboGears, RV, Shotgun
Education
Academy of Art University 1997 — 2001
BFA, Illustration/Animation
Korea University
mathematics
Blue Sky Studios October 2012 - Present
Walt Disney Animation Studios April 2012 - September 2012
PDI/Dreamworks October 2005 - July 2011
Wild Brain, Inc. 2000 - 2005
The Orphanage 2004 - 2004
Skills
Houdini, Nuke, Compositing, Maya, Renderman, Visual Effects, Digital Compositing, Python, PyQt, Mental Ray, 3D, Computer Animation, Shaders, C, C++, JavaScript, ExtJS, TurboGears, RV, Shotgun
Education
Academy of Art University 1997 — 2001
BFA, Illustration/Animation
Korea University
mathematics
Gabriel Portnof's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2002 - May 2007
Job CG Supervisor at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
DreamWorks Animation September 2008 - Present
Blue Sky Studios July 2007 - August 2008
PDI/Dreamworks 2002 - May 2007
Blur Studio 2002 - 2004
Messner Vetere Berger Mcnamee Schmeterer 1997 - 2004
Curious Pictures January 1997 - January 2002
Gravity Post Tel Aviv 2001 - 2002
UV/Phactory - New York 2001 - 2002
RhinoFX 1999 - 2002
Blink FX 1997 - 2002
Skills
After Effects, Shake, Mental Ray, Nuke, Compositing, Texture Painting, Look Development, Visual Effects, Texturing, Special Effects, Shading, Computer Graphics, Painting, Lighting, Digital Compositing, 3D animation, 3D, Rendering, Character Animation, Digital Fusion, 3D Studio Max, UV mapping, Particles, Motion Graphics, Commercials, Premiere, Technical Direction, Film, Renderman, Particle, Maya, MEL, Zbrush, Computer Animation, Houdini, Pre-visualization, Character Rigging, XSI, Cinematics, Facial Animation, VFX Supervision, Particle Effects, Matte Painting, Katana, Live Action
Education
School of Visual Arts 1997 — 1999
MFA, Computer Art-Animation
New York University 1999 — 2000
Professor, Maya, After Effects, and Production Issues
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, Painting and Design, Political Science
Fieldston Highschool 1987 — 1991
Bronx, N.Y., Art and Design Focus
DreamWorks Animation September 2008 - Present
Blue Sky Studios July 2007 - August 2008
PDI/Dreamworks 2002 - May 2007
Blur Studio 2002 - 2004
Messner Vetere Berger Mcnamee Schmeterer 1997 - 2004
Curious Pictures January 1997 - January 2002
Gravity Post Tel Aviv 2001 - 2002
UV/Phactory - New York 2001 - 2002
RhinoFX 1999 - 2002
Blink FX 1997 - 2002
Skills
After Effects, Shake, Mental Ray, Nuke, Compositing, Texture Painting, Look Development, Visual Effects, Texturing, Special Effects, Shading, Computer Graphics, Painting, Lighting, Digital Compositing, 3D animation, 3D, Rendering, Character Animation, Digital Fusion, 3D Studio Max, UV mapping, Particles, Motion Graphics, Commercials, Premiere, Technical Direction, Film, Renderman, Particle, Maya, MEL, Zbrush, Computer Animation, Houdini, Pre-visualization, Character Rigging, XSI, Cinematics, Facial Animation, VFX Supervision, Particle Effects, Matte Painting, Katana, Live Action
Education
School of Visual Arts 1997 — 1999
MFA, Computer Art-Animation
New York University 1999 — 2000
Professor, Maya, After Effects, and Production Issues
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, Painting and Design, Political Science
Fieldston Highschool 1987 — 1991
Bronx, N.Y., Art and Design Focus
Rena Archer's PDI/Dreamworks Experience August 2000 - November 2001
Job
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
KingsIsle Entertainment May 2011 - March 2015
Spring Valley Construction Company November 2010 - April 2011
Big Daddy's Chicks, LLC May 2008 - May 2010
SCOMPA & Red Cross Dallas March 2009 - March 2009
Gearbox Software May 2008 - October 2008
Fat Free Productions September 2007 - May 2008
KingsIsle Entertainment August 2006 - September 2007
DNA Productions, Inc September 2004 - June 2006
DNA Productions, Inc. June 2002 - September 2004
PDI/Dreamworks August 2000 - November 2001
Skills
Animation, Video Production, Film Production, MMORPG, Coordination, Customer Service, Associate Producing, Social Networking, Social Media, Blogging, Improvisation, Building Relationships, Pre-production Planning, Follow Through, Leadership, Positive Energy, Game Development, Producers, Video, Computer Games, Computer Animation, Gameplay, Cinematics, Writing, Rigging, Maya, Film, MMO, 3D, Texturing, Video Game Production, PS3, Social Games, Video Games, Lighting, Character Animation, Management, Visual Effects, Mobile Games, Game Design, Unreal Editor, Wii
Education
Dallas Comedy House 2009 — 2009
The Art Institute of Dallas 1995 — 1997
AAS, Television Production
KingsIsle Entertainment May 2011 - March 2015
Spring Valley Construction Company November 2010 - April 2011
Big Daddy's Chicks, LLC May 2008 - May 2010
SCOMPA & Red Cross Dallas March 2009 - March 2009
Gearbox Software May 2008 - October 2008
Fat Free Productions September 2007 - May 2008
KingsIsle Entertainment August 2006 - September 2007
DNA Productions, Inc September 2004 - June 2006
DNA Productions, Inc. June 2002 - September 2004
PDI/Dreamworks August 2000 - November 2001
Skills
Animation, Video Production, Film Production, MMORPG, Coordination, Customer Service, Associate Producing, Social Networking, Social Media, Blogging, Improvisation, Building Relationships, Pre-production Planning, Follow Through, Leadership, Positive Energy, Game Development, Producers, Video, Computer Games, Computer Animation, Gameplay, Cinematics, Writing, Rigging, Maya, Film, MMO, 3D, Texturing, Video Game Production, PS3, Social Games, Video Games, Lighting, Character Animation, Management, Visual Effects, Mobile Games, Game Design, Unreal Editor, Wii
Education
Dallas Comedy House 2009 — 2009
The Art Institute of Dallas 1995 — 1997
AAS, Television Production
Steven G. Lee's PDI/Dreamworks Experience September 1999 - April 2002
Job Freelance Storyboard Artist at Marvel Entertainment
Industry Animation
Experience
Marvel Entertainment January 2015 - Present
Lucasfilm Animation July 2013 - May 2014
LucasArts April 2006 - April 2013
Sony Computer Entertainment America April 2002 - March 2006
The Orphanage April 2004 - May 2004
PDI/Dreamworks September 1999 - April 2002
Curious Pictures July 1999 - September 1999
Industrial Light & Magic June 1996 - July 1999
Microsoft November 1994 - May 1996
Colossal Pictures May 1990 - October 1994
Skills
Cinematics, Character Animation, Maya, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Visual Effects, Computer Animation, Facial Animation, Video Games, Pre-visualization, Photoshop, Unreal Matinee, Comic Book Illustration, Storyboarding, Motion Builder, Game Development, Traditional Animation, Film, Computer Games, Animation, Animation Direction, Computer Graphics, Character Designs, Cartoons, Xbox 360, Feature Films, Illustration, Scripting, 3D, Creative Direction
Education
California Institute of the Arts 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Character Animation
California Institute of the Arts 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Animation and Film
Marvel Entertainment January 2015 - Present
Lucasfilm Animation July 2013 - May 2014
LucasArts April 2006 - April 2013
Sony Computer Entertainment America April 2002 - March 2006
The Orphanage April 2004 - May 2004
PDI/Dreamworks September 1999 - April 2002
Curious Pictures July 1999 - September 1999
Industrial Light & Magic June 1996 - July 1999
Microsoft November 1994 - May 1996
Colossal Pictures May 1990 - October 1994
Skills
Cinematics, Character Animation, Maya, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Visual Effects, Computer Animation, Facial Animation, Video Games, Pre-visualization, Photoshop, Unreal Matinee, Comic Book Illustration, Storyboarding, Motion Builder, Game Development, Traditional Animation, Film, Computer Games, Animation, Animation Direction, Computer Graphics, Character Designs, Cartoons, Xbox 360, Feature Films, Illustration, Scripting, 3D, Creative Direction
Education
California Institute of the Arts 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Character Animation
California Institute of the Arts 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Animation and Film
Rachel de Jong's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2004 - 2006
Job Animation, VFX, Game Production ♦ Creative Project Management ♦ Techsavvy Team Leader
Industry Entertainment
Experience
MPC 2014 - 2015
Freelance 2013 - 2014
Sony Computer Entertainment/Playstation 2011 - 2013
Blur Studio 2008 - 2011
Digital Domain January 2007 - November 2008
LucasFilm / Industrial Light & Magic 2006 - 2007
PDI/Dreamworks 2004 - 2006
BMC Software 1999 - 2003
Skills
Visual Effects, Film, Animation, Video Games, Process Scheduler, Computer Animation, Feature Films, Production Pipeline, Scheduling, Vendor Relationships, Commercials, Shotgun, Artist Management, Cinematics, MS Project, Project Management, Project Coordination, Collaboration, MS Excel, Written & Verbal..., Time Management, Analytical skills, Team Building, Social Networking, Research, Exceptional People..., Digital Asset Management, Relationship Management, Manage Client..., Self Management, Proactive self-starter, Positive Can-do Attitude, Process Improvement, Follow Through, Start-up Environment, Creative Problem Solving, Cloud Computing, Outstanding..., Storyboarding, Pre-production, Producing, Vendor Relationship...
Education
Loyola Marymount University
Double Major: Bachelor of Arts (BA) & Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
MPC 2014 - 2015
Freelance 2013 - 2014
Sony Computer Entertainment/Playstation 2011 - 2013
Blur Studio 2008 - 2011
Digital Domain January 2007 - November 2008
LucasFilm / Industrial Light & Magic 2006 - 2007
PDI/Dreamworks 2004 - 2006
BMC Software 1999 - 2003
Skills
Visual Effects, Film, Animation, Video Games, Process Scheduler, Computer Animation, Feature Films, Production Pipeline, Scheduling, Vendor Relationships, Commercials, Shotgun, Artist Management, Cinematics, MS Project, Project Management, Project Coordination, Collaboration, MS Excel, Written & Verbal..., Time Management, Analytical skills, Team Building, Social Networking, Research, Exceptional People..., Digital Asset Management, Relationship Management, Manage Client..., Self Management, Proactive self-starter, Positive Can-do Attitude, Process Improvement, Follow Through, Start-up Environment, Creative Problem Solving, Cloud Computing, Outstanding..., Storyboarding, Pre-production, Producing, Vendor Relationship...
Education
Loyola Marymount University
Double Major: Bachelor of Arts (BA) & Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Jennifer Stephenson Newlin's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2003 - Present
Job
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks January 2003 - Present
Wild Brain 1999 - 2003
Windlight Studios 1995 - 1999
Skills
Texture Artist, Surfacing, Maya, Computer Graphics, Look Development, Digital Compositing, Photoshop, Mari
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
PDI/Dreamworks January 2003 - Present
Wild Brain 1999 - 2003
Windlight Studios 1995 - 1999
Skills
Texture Artist, Surfacing, Maya, Computer Graphics, Look Development, Digital Compositing, Photoshop, Mari
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Michelle Kater's PDI/Dreamworks Experience May 2009 - February 2010
Job
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Industrial Light & Magic May 2015 - Present
Industrial Light & Magic September 2013 - April 2015
Spy Post May 2013 - May 2013
Industrial Light & Magic October 2010 - May 2011
Mekanism August 2010 - October 2010
Spy Post February 2010 - June 2010
PDI/Dreamworks May 2009 - February 2010
Mekanism January 2009 - March 2009
The Orphanage April 2006 - January 2009
Stylophane November 2003 - February 2006
Skills
Nuke, Shake, Photoshop, Digital Compositing, Rotoscoping, Feature Films, Compositing, Animation, Look Development, Commercials
Education
Academy of Art University 2001 — 2005
Industrial Light & Magic May 2015 - Present
Industrial Light & Magic September 2013 - April 2015
Spy Post May 2013 - May 2013
Industrial Light & Magic October 2010 - May 2011
Mekanism August 2010 - October 2010
Spy Post February 2010 - June 2010
PDI/Dreamworks May 2009 - February 2010
Mekanism January 2009 - March 2009
The Orphanage April 2006 - January 2009
Stylophane November 2003 - February 2006
Skills
Nuke, Shake, Photoshop, Digital Compositing, Rotoscoping, Feature Films, Compositing, Animation, Look Development, Commercials
Education
Academy of Art University 2001 — 2005
Jeremy Labrador's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2012 - March 2013
Job Computer Science Student
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
PDI/DreamWorks January 2012 - March 2013
PDI/DreamWorks May 2007 - January 2012
PDI/DreamWorks January 2007 - May 2007
PDI/DreamWorks July 2006 - January 2007
PDI/DreamWorks October 2005 - July 2006
Skills
Animation, Film, Art, Maya, After Effects, Modeling, Storyboarding, Google+, Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, Lighting, 3D, Video, Outlook, Character Animation, Traditional Animation, Feature Films, Microsoft Office, Texturing
Education
Academy of Art University 1997 — 2001
B.F.A, Computer Arts
University of Louisville
Fine Art Studies
PDI/DreamWorks January 2012 - March 2013
PDI/DreamWorks May 2007 - January 2012
PDI/DreamWorks January 2007 - May 2007
PDI/DreamWorks July 2006 - January 2007
PDI/DreamWorks October 2005 - July 2006
Skills
Animation, Film, Art, Maya, After Effects, Modeling, Storyboarding, Google+, Computer Animation, Computer Graphics, Lighting, 3D, Video, Outlook, Character Animation, Traditional Animation, Feature Films, Microsoft Office, Texturing
Education
Academy of Art University 1997 — 2001
B.F.A, Computer Arts
University of Louisville
Fine Art Studies
Jessica Alcorn's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 2010 - September 2010
Job Digital Compositor at ILM
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Industrial Light & Magic June 2013 - Present
Industrial Light & Magic August 2012 - April 2013
Spy Post July 2012 - August 2012
Atomic Fiction May 2012 - May 2012
Industrial Light & Magic January 2011 - March 2012
ScanLineVFX LA November 2010 - December 2010
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - September 2010
Spy Post February 2010 - June 2010
CA Scanline March 2009 - July 2009
Scanline VFX 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Digital Compositing, Nuke, Film, Color Correction, After Effects, Rotoscoping, Compositing, Visual Effects, Maya, Computer Graphics, Houdini, Stereoscopic, Feature Films, 3D, PFTrack, Look Development
Education
Vancouver Film School 2005 — 2006
certificate, Visual Effects, Houdini Certification
Rhode Island School of Design 2000 — 2004
BFA, Illustration
Industrial Light & Magic June 2013 - Present
Industrial Light & Magic August 2012 - April 2013
Spy Post July 2012 - August 2012
Atomic Fiction May 2012 - May 2012
Industrial Light & Magic January 2011 - March 2012
ScanLineVFX LA November 2010 - December 2010
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - September 2010
Spy Post February 2010 - June 2010
CA Scanline March 2009 - July 2009
Scanline VFX 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Digital Compositing, Nuke, Film, Color Correction, After Effects, Rotoscoping, Compositing, Visual Effects, Maya, Computer Graphics, Houdini, Stereoscopic, Feature Films, 3D, PFTrack, Look Development
Education
Vancouver Film School 2005 — 2006
certificate, Visual Effects, Houdini Certification
Rhode Island School of Design 2000 — 2004
BFA, Illustration
Jeff Budsberg's PDI/Dreamworks Experience March 2007 - November 2007
Job Head of Effects at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
DreamWorks Animation June 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation February 2008 - June 2015
DreamWorks Animation November 2007 - June 2015
DreamWorks Animation March 2010 - October 2013
Clemson University April 2013 - July 2013
DreamWorks Animation November 2007 - March 2008
PDI/Dreamworks March 2007 - November 2007
Gork Enterprises December 2006 - March 2007
Cornell University September 2004 - October 2006
Pixar Animation Studios May 2004 - September 2004
Skills
Visual Effects, Houdini, Maya, Naiad, Mantra, Nuke, 3D Studio Max, C++, Python, PyQt, MEL, HScript, Houdini Development Kit, MAYA API, NUKE API, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Compositing, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, OpenGL, JavaScript, Matlab, Storyboarding, Particle, Facial Animation, APIs
Education
Cornell University 2004 — 2006
Master of Science, Computer Graphics, Minor in Computer Science
Cornell University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration in Painting
DreamWorks Animation June 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation February 2008 - June 2015
DreamWorks Animation November 2007 - June 2015
DreamWorks Animation March 2010 - October 2013
Clemson University April 2013 - July 2013
DreamWorks Animation November 2007 - March 2008
PDI/Dreamworks March 2007 - November 2007
Gork Enterprises December 2006 - March 2007
Cornell University September 2004 - October 2006
Pixar Animation Studios May 2004 - September 2004
Skills
Visual Effects, Houdini, Maya, Naiad, Mantra, Nuke, 3D Studio Max, C++, Python, PyQt, MEL, HScript, Houdini Development Kit, MAYA API, NUKE API, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Compositing, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, OpenGL, JavaScript, Matlab, Storyboarding, Particle, Facial Animation, APIs
Education
Cornell University 2004 — 2006
Master of Science, Computer Graphics, Minor in Computer Science
Cornell University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Concentration in Painting
Erik Patton's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2001 - 2006
Job Systems Manager and Infrastructure Engineer at Tufts University
Industry Education Management
Experience
Tufts University October 2006 - Present
Erik Patton Photography January 2006 - Present
Harvard Univeristy 2005 - 2006
PDI/Dreamworks 2001 - 2006
Skills
Photography, Blogging, Portrait Photography, Wedding Photography, OS X, System Administration, Linux, Perl, HTML, WordPress, Photoshop, Mac, Digital Photography, CSS, Adobe Creative Suite, Public Speaking, Social Media, Customer Service
Education
The University of Kansas 1993 — 1995
MA, Geography
Kansas State University 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Geography
Tufts University October 2006 - Present
Erik Patton Photography January 2006 - Present
Harvard Univeristy 2005 - 2006
PDI/Dreamworks 2001 - 2006
Skills
Photography, Blogging, Portrait Photography, Wedding Photography, OS X, System Administration, Linux, Perl, HTML, WordPress, Photoshop, Mac, Digital Photography, CSS, Adobe Creative Suite, Public Speaking, Social Media, Customer Service
Education
The University of Kansas 1993 — 1995
MA, Geography
Kansas State University 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Geography
Okitomo Hikosaka's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2006 - January 2007
Job Animator at Crystal Dynamics
Industry Animation
Experience
Crystal Dynamics September 2014 - Present
Nihilistic Software August 2010 - December 2012
Secret Level April 2008 - April 2010
Stormfront Studio April 2007 - April 2008
PDI/DreamWorks July 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Cinematics, Character Animation, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Maya, Facial Animation, After Effects, Animation, Computer Animation, Character Rigging, 3D
Education
Academy of Art University 2002 — 2005
Crystal Dynamics September 2014 - Present
Nihilistic Software August 2010 - December 2012
Secret Level April 2008 - April 2010
Stormfront Studio April 2007 - April 2008
PDI/DreamWorks July 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Cinematics, Character Animation, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Maya, Facial Animation, After Effects, Animation, Computer Animation, Character Rigging, 3D
Education
Academy of Art University 2002 — 2005
Chris Leahy's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2007 - 2008
Job VP, Animation at Warner Bros.
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Warner Bros. Pictures July 2015 - Present
Dreamworks June 2013 - June 2014
Dreamworks Feature Animation August 2009 - June 2013
Dreamworks International October 2008 - July 2009
Dreamworks Animation / PDI 2007 - 2008
PDI/DreamWorks 2007 - 2008
Dreamworks Animation 2003 - 2007
Loyola Marymount University 1997 - 1999
Skills
Maya, Film Production, Computer Animation, Feature Films, Television, Visual Effects, Film, Animation, Lighting, Production Management, Traditional Animation, Character Animation, Production Managment
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Philosophy
Loyola Marymount University
Warner Bros. Pictures July 2015 - Present
Dreamworks June 2013 - June 2014
Dreamworks Feature Animation August 2009 - June 2013
Dreamworks International October 2008 - July 2009
Dreamworks Animation / PDI 2007 - 2008
PDI/DreamWorks 2007 - 2008
Dreamworks Animation 2003 - 2007
Loyola Marymount University 1997 - 1999
Skills
Maya, Film Production, Computer Animation, Feature Films, Television, Visual Effects, Film, Animation, Lighting, Production Management, Traditional Animation, Character Animation, Production Managment
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Philosophy
Loyola Marymount University
Kenard Pak's PDI/Dreamworks Experience April 2007 - March 2015
Job Picture Book Author/Illustrator + Visual Development Artist
Industry Animation
Experience
LAIKA, LLC April 2015 - Present
Represented by Catbird Agency July 2013 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks April 2007 - March 2015
Walt Disney Feature Animation 2006 - 2007
DreamWorks Animation 1997 - 2005
Skills
Background Art, Digital Painting, Animation, Traditional Animation, Matte Painting, Texture Painting, Cinematics, Conceptual Art, Illustration, Painting, Drawing, Picture Books, Layout, Illustrator, Visual Arts, Adobe Illustrator, Computer Animation, Art, Photoshop, Film
Education
California Institute of the Arts 1994 — 1997
BA, Animation
Syracuse University 1992 — 1994
Illustration/Film
LAIKA, LLC April 2015 - Present
Represented by Catbird Agency July 2013 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks April 2007 - March 2015
Walt Disney Feature Animation 2006 - 2007
DreamWorks Animation 1997 - 2005
Skills
Background Art, Digital Painting, Animation, Traditional Animation, Matte Painting, Texture Painting, Cinematics, Conceptual Art, Illustration, Painting, Drawing, Picture Books, Layout, Illustrator, Visual Arts, Adobe Illustrator, Computer Animation, Art, Photoshop, Film
Education
California Institute of the Arts 1994 — 1997
BA, Animation
Syracuse University 1992 — 1994
Illustration/Film
Shoshana Abrass's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2001 - April 2003
Job Technical Program Manager at Google
Industry Internet
Experience
Google July 2013 - Present
Google March 2004 - July 2013
Pixar May 2003 - October 2003
PDI/Dreamworks January 2001 - April 2003
Dreamworks 1997 - 2002
Digital Domain 1993 - 1997
Pacific Data Images 1989 - 1993
SRI International September 1987 - November 1989
Skills
Linux, Python, Distributed Systems, Perl, Cloud Computing, Leadership, Scalability, Management, Apache, Unix, Shell Scripting, Bash, Open Source, Software Engineering, Agile Methodologies, Ruby
Education
Oregon State University 2014 — 2016
Computer Science
Reed College 1982 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Literature
Google July 2013 - Present
Google March 2004 - July 2013
Pixar May 2003 - October 2003
PDI/Dreamworks January 2001 - April 2003
Dreamworks 1997 - 2002
Digital Domain 1993 - 1997
Pacific Data Images 1989 - 1993
SRI International September 1987 - November 1989
Skills
Linux, Python, Distributed Systems, Perl, Cloud Computing, Leadership, Scalability, Management, Apache, Unix, Shell Scripting, Bash, Open Source, Software Engineering, Agile Methodologies, Ruby
Education
Oregon State University 2014 — 2016
Computer Science
Reed College 1982 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Literature
Michael Athanasatos's PDI/Dreamworks Experience August 2007 - May 2014
Job AV Supervisor at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI Dreamworks AV Design EngineerGoogleMay 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation May 2014 - May 2015
PDI/Dreamworks August 2007 - May 2014
Marriott International January 2005 - June 2007
Marriott International January 2003 - January 2005
Skills
Photoshop, Video, Visual Effects, Computer Animation, After Effects, Animation, Video Production
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1999 — 2002
City College of San Francisco 1993 — 1993
N/A, General
riordan 1988 — 1992
PDI Dreamworks AV Design EngineerGoogleMay 2015 - Present
DreamWorks Animation May 2014 - May 2015
PDI/Dreamworks August 2007 - May 2014
Marriott International January 2005 - June 2007
Marriott International January 2003 - January 2005
Skills
Photoshop, Video, Visual Effects, Computer Animation, After Effects, Animation, Video Production
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1999 — 2002
City College of San Francisco 1993 — 1993
N/A, General
riordan 1988 — 1992
Hannah Sherman's PDI/Dreamworks Experience January 2008 - Present
Job Senior Technical Director at Sony Pictures Imageworks
Industry Animation
Experience
Sony Pictures Imageworks June 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks January 2008 - Present
LAIKA, LLC August 2007 - November 2007
Ringling College of Art and Design August 2006 - May 2007
Ringling College of Art and Design August 2005 - September 2006
Bishop Animation June 2006 - August 2006
DDH Design June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Maya, Animation, Character Animation, Television, Computer Animation, Entertainment, Commercials, Nuke, Visual Effects, Lighting, Feature Films, Texturing, Compositing, Photoshop, Computer Graphics
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Animation, graduated with honors
Sony Pictures Imageworks June 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks January 2008 - Present
LAIKA, LLC August 2007 - November 2007
Ringling College of Art and Design August 2006 - May 2007
Ringling College of Art and Design August 2005 - September 2006
Bishop Animation June 2006 - August 2006
DDH Design June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Maya, Animation, Character Animation, Television, Computer Animation, Entertainment, Commercials, Nuke, Visual Effects, Lighting, Feature Films, Texturing, Compositing, Photoshop, Computer Graphics
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Animation, graduated with honors
Amy Madden's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 2010 - February 2011
Job Recruiter at NCSOFT (We're Hiring!)
Industry Entertainment
Experience
NCSOFT February 2015 - Present
Facebook November 2014 - February 2015
Sledgehammer Games July 2013 - October 2014
Zynga February 2011 - July 2013
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - February 2011
PDI/Dreamworks August 2009 - June 2010
PDI/Dreamworks June 2009 - August 2009
The Tech Museum of Innovation September 2008 - January 2009
Powerhouse September 2008 - December 2008
Lucasfilm June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Photoshop, Animation, Illustrator, Community Building, Online Gaming, Computer Graphics, Recruiting, Adobe..., Human Resources, Social Games, Career Development, Training, Applicant Tracking..., Sourcing, Contract Recruitment, Permanent Staffing, Console Games, Social Networking, Mobile Games, User Interface Design, Screening Resumes, Onboarding
Education
San Jose State University 2006 — 2010
BFA, Animation/Illustration
Rockhurst University Continuing Education Center 2009 — 2009
Certificate, The Essentials of Human Resources
Expression College for Digital Arts 2004 — 2005
Concentration in Media Arts
Santa Rosa Junior College 2002 — 2004
AA, Art
NCSOFT February 2015 - Present
Facebook November 2014 - February 2015
Sledgehammer Games July 2013 - October 2014
Zynga February 2011 - July 2013
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - February 2011
PDI/Dreamworks August 2009 - June 2010
PDI/Dreamworks June 2009 - August 2009
The Tech Museum of Innovation September 2008 - January 2009
Powerhouse September 2008 - December 2008
Lucasfilm June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Photoshop, Animation, Illustrator, Community Building, Online Gaming, Computer Graphics, Recruiting, Adobe..., Human Resources, Social Games, Career Development, Training, Applicant Tracking..., Sourcing, Contract Recruitment, Permanent Staffing, Console Games, Social Networking, Mobile Games, User Interface Design, Screening Resumes, Onboarding
Education
San Jose State University 2006 — 2010
BFA, Animation/Illustration
Rockhurst University Continuing Education Center 2009 — 2009
Certificate, The Essentials of Human Resources
Expression College for Digital Arts 2004 — 2005
Concentration in Media Arts
Santa Rosa Junior College 2002 — 2004
AA, Art
Patty Bonfilio's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 1995 - 2007
Job Director of Facility Operations at Pixar Animation Studios
Industry Animation
Experience
Pixar Animation Studios March 2011 - Present
Walt Disney Studios Image Movers Digital June 2007 - March 2011
PDI/DREAMWORKS 1995 - 2007
DreamWorks Animation 1995 - 2007
Skills
Visual Effects, Animation, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, Broadcast, Maya, Mental Ray, Layout, Renderman, Compositing, MEL, Digital Compositing, After Effects, Film, Nuke, Rigging, Shake, Traditional Animation, Look Development, Lighting, Special Effects, Character Animation, Management, Post Production, Technical Direction, Texturing, Mudbox, Motion Graphics, Storyboarding, UV mapping, Facilities Management, Facilities Operations, Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Motivation
Education
California State University-Chico
B.A., Graphic Design
Pixar Animation Studios March 2011 - Present
Walt Disney Studios Image Movers Digital June 2007 - March 2011
PDI/DREAMWORKS 1995 - 2007
DreamWorks Animation 1995 - 2007
Skills
Visual Effects, Animation, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, Broadcast, Maya, Mental Ray, Layout, Renderman, Compositing, MEL, Digital Compositing, After Effects, Film, Nuke, Rigging, Shake, Traditional Animation, Look Development, Lighting, Special Effects, Character Animation, Management, Post Production, Technical Direction, Texturing, Mudbox, Motion Graphics, Storyboarding, UV mapping, Facilities Management, Facilities Operations, Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Motivation
Education
California State University-Chico
B.A., Graphic Design
Tadao Mihashi's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2004 - 2006
Job Lighting + Rendering Supervisor at Digital Domain
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Digital Domain April 2013 - January 2014
Digital Domain October 2006 - March 2013
PDI/DreamWorks 2004 - 2006
ESC Entertainment 2001 - 2004
Manex Entertainment 2000 - 2001
Skills
Visual Effects, Nuke, Look Development, Renderman, Film, 3D, Compositing
Education
Academy of Art University 1997 — 1999
Digital Domain April 2013 - January 2014
Digital Domain October 2006 - March 2013
PDI/DreamWorks 2004 - 2006
ESC Entertainment 2001 - 2004
Manex Entertainment 2000 - 2001
Skills
Visual Effects, Nuke, Look Development, Renderman, Film, 3D, Compositing
Education
Academy of Art University 1997 — 1999
Jung-Hyun Kim's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2006 - Present
Job Technical Director at DreamWorks
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/DreamWorks July 2006 - Present
NC soft May 2003 - April 2005
Skills
Animation, 3D, C++, Maya, Visual Effects, Renderman, Programming, Computer Graphics, Python, MEL
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2005 — 2007
Master, Entertainment Technology
Seoul National University 1998 — 2004
BA, Computer Science
PDI/DreamWorks July 2006 - Present
NC soft May 2003 - April 2005
Skills
Animation, 3D, C++, Maya, Visual Effects, Renderman, Programming, Computer Graphics, Python, MEL
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2005 — 2007
Master, Entertainment Technology
Seoul National University 1998 — 2004
BA, Computer Science
Terri McKinsey's PDI/Dreamworks Experience December 1997 - April 1999
Job Accounting Manger at Motion Pro, Inc.
Industry Automotive
Experience
Motion Pro, Inc. September 1999 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks December 1997 - April 1999
Intel Corporation July 1996 - December 1996
Semicon Systems, Inc. December 1977 - June 1996
Skills
Accruals, Microsoft Office, Monthly Close, Fixed Assets, Variance Analysis, General Ledger, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Year-end Close, Consolidation, Cost Accounting, Employee Benefits
Education
De Anza College 1991 — 1998
Motion Pro, Inc. September 1999 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks December 1997 - April 1999
Intel Corporation July 1996 - December 1996
Semicon Systems, Inc. December 1977 - June 1996
Skills
Accruals, Microsoft Office, Monthly Close, Fixed Assets, Variance Analysis, General Ledger, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Year-end Close, Consolidation, Cost Accounting, Employee Benefits
Education
De Anza College 1991 — 1998
Yimi Tong's PDI/Dreamworks Experience October 2009 - May 2011
Job VFX Production Manager at Tippett Studio
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Tippett Studio July 2013 - Present
Tippett Studio May 2011 - June 2013
PDI/Dreamworks October 2009 - May 2011
Tippett Studio June 2009 - September 2009
The Orphanage, Inc. March 2008 - December 2008
The Orphanage, Inc. February 2007 - February 2008
BCV Architects October 2004 - February 2007
Skills
Visual Effects, Film, Commercials, Lighting, Animation, Compositing, Computer Graphics, Project Coordination, Organization, Task Analysis, Project Management, Multi Tasking, Task Management, Task Completion, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Mills College
BA, Communications & Art History
Tippett Studio July 2013 - Present
Tippett Studio May 2011 - June 2013
PDI/Dreamworks October 2009 - May 2011
Tippett Studio June 2009 - September 2009
The Orphanage, Inc. March 2008 - December 2008
The Orphanage, Inc. February 2007 - February 2008
BCV Architects October 2004 - February 2007
Skills
Visual Effects, Film, Commercials, Lighting, Animation, Compositing, Computer Graphics, Project Coordination, Organization, Task Analysis, Project Management, Multi Tasking, Task Management, Task Completion, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Mills College
BA, Communications & Art History
Trinity Murphy's PDI/Dreamworks Experience August 2003 - February 2011
Job Production Supervisor at PDI/DreamWorks
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/DreamWorks August 2003 - February 2011
Nickelodeon Animation July 2002 - April 2003
Threshold Digital Research Labs November 2001 - July 2002
Education
California Lutheran University 1999 — 2001
Bachelor, Communications
PDI/DreamWorks August 2003 - February 2011
Nickelodeon Animation July 2002 - April 2003
Threshold Digital Research Labs November 2001 - July 2002
Education
California Lutheran University 1999 — 2001
Bachelor, Communications
Curtis Galloway's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 1996 - 1999
Job Manager at Apple Inc.
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Apple Inc. February 2002 - Present
ArsDigita 2000 - 2002
PDI/Dreamworks 1996 - 1999
NeXT Software, Inc. 1993 - 1996
The Santa Cruz Operation, Inc. 1988 - 1993
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 1984 — 1988
BS, Computer Engineering
Apple Inc. February 2002 - Present
ArsDigita 2000 - 2002
PDI/Dreamworks 1996 - 1999
NeXT Software, Inc. 1993 - 1996
The Santa Cruz Operation, Inc. 1988 - 1993
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 1984 — 1988
BS, Computer Engineering
Kendal Cronkhite's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 1996 - 2015
Job Production Designer at Oculus Story Studio
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
DreamWorks Animation 2015 - Present
Oculus Story Studio 2015 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks 1996 - 2015
Skills
Film, Photoshop, Feature Films, Animation, Virtual Reality
Education
ArtCenter College of Design
DreamWorks Animation 2015 - Present
Oculus Story Studio 2015 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks 1996 - 2015
Skills
Film, Photoshop, Feature Films, Animation, Virtual Reality
Education
ArtCenter College of Design
Tanner Owen's PDI/Dreamworks Experience November 2007 - June 2011
Job Crowd Artist/Agent Dev (available in Los Angeles area)
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Self-Employed December 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation June 2011 - December 2014
PDI/Dreamworks November 2007 - June 2011
Skills
Maya, Animation, Massive, Character Animation, 3D, Nuke, Crowd Simulation, Crowds, Teamwork, Python, Scripting, Agent Development, Efficiency, PyQt, Qt, Programming, MEL, Drawing, Linux, 3D graphics, Feature Films, 3D Studio Max, Windows, Computer Animation
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Animation (minor in drawing)
Georgia Institute of Technology 1998 — 1999
n/a, Computer Science
Self-Employed December 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation June 2011 - December 2014
PDI/Dreamworks November 2007 - June 2011
Skills
Maya, Animation, Massive, Character Animation, 3D, Nuke, Crowd Simulation, Crowds, Teamwork, Python, Scripting, Agent Development, Efficiency, PyQt, Qt, Programming, MEL, Drawing, Linux, 3D graphics, Feature Films, 3D Studio Max, Windows, Computer Animation
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Animation (minor in drawing)
Georgia Institute of Technology 1998 — 1999
n/a, Computer Science
Ken Tanaka's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2001 - 2008
Job Senior User Interface Designer at TiVo
Industry Computer Software
Experience
TiVo October 2014 - Present
A9.com April 2013 - August 2014
TiVo May 2010 - April 2013
Rearden Labs February 2008 - July 2009
OnLive February 2008 - July 2009
Dreamworks Animation 2001 - 2008
PDI/Dreamworks 2001 - 2008
DASEIN Design 2000 - 2001
Carnegie Mellon University August 1997 - August 1999
Carnegie Mellon University August 1997 - December 1997
Skills
User Interface, Interaction Design, User Interface Design, User Experience, Usability Testing, Design Documents, Specifications
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 1997 — 1999
Masters, Human Computer Interaction
Carnegie Mellon University 1988 — 1994
BFA, Graphic Design
TiVo October 2014 - Present
A9.com April 2013 - August 2014
TiVo May 2010 - April 2013
Rearden Labs February 2008 - July 2009
OnLive February 2008 - July 2009
Dreamworks Animation 2001 - 2008
PDI/Dreamworks 2001 - 2008
DASEIN Design 2000 - 2001
Carnegie Mellon University August 1997 - August 1999
Carnegie Mellon University August 1997 - December 1997
Skills
User Interface, Interaction Design, User Interface Design, User Experience, Usability Testing, Design Documents, Specifications
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 1997 — 1999
Masters, Human Computer Interaction
Carnegie Mellon University 1988 — 1994
BFA, Graphic Design
Lindsey Olivares's PDI/Dreamworks Experience 2009 - July 2012
Job Freelance Illustration/Visdev
Industry Animation
Experience
www.lindseyolivares.blogspot.com July 2012 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks 2009 - July 2012
Walt Disney Feature Animation June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Visual Arts, Storytelling, Character Animation, Maya, Animation, Storyboarding, Traditional Animation, Computer Animation, Short Films, Digital Painting, Compositing, After Effects, 3D, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 2005 — 2009
BFA, Computer Animation
www.lindseyolivares.blogspot.com July 2012 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks 2009 - July 2012
Walt Disney Feature Animation June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Visual Arts, Storytelling, Character Animation, Maya, Animation, Storyboarding, Traditional Animation, Computer Animation, Short Films, Digital Painting, Compositing, After Effects, 3D, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 2005 — 2009
BFA, Computer Animation
Oth Khotsimeuang's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 2007 - April 2015
Job Lighting Artist/Illustrator (FreeLance)
Industry Animation
Experience
oculus story studio June 2015 - July 2015
PDI/Dreamworks June 2007 - April 2015
Skills
Illustration, Lighting, Animation, Computer Animation, Character Animation, Film, Compositing, Maya, Painting, Visual Effects
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 2003 — 2007
BFA, Computer Animation
Imaginism Workshop 2012 — 2012
Illustration, Freelance Management
Schoolism Online Classes 2013 — 2013
Nathan Fowkes: Color and Lighting Design for Animation
Rad Sechrist- How To School 2013 — 2013
Storyboarding Workshop - Rad Sechrist
CGMA 2013 — 2013
Character Design - Nate Wragg
University of Central Florida
AA, Drawing/Painting Foundations
Motivarti Mentorship 2012 — 2012
Digital Painting - Visual Development with Mentor Mike Yamada
oculus story studio June 2015 - July 2015
PDI/Dreamworks June 2007 - April 2015
Skills
Illustration, Lighting, Animation, Computer Animation, Character Animation, Film, Compositing, Maya, Painting, Visual Effects
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 2003 — 2007
BFA, Computer Animation
Imaginism Workshop 2012 — 2012
Illustration, Freelance Management
Schoolism Online Classes 2013 — 2013
Nathan Fowkes: Color and Lighting Design for Animation
Rad Sechrist- How To School 2013 — 2013
Storyboarding Workshop - Rad Sechrist
CGMA 2013 — 2013
Character Design - Nate Wragg
University of Central Florida
AA, Drawing/Painting Foundations
Motivarti Mentorship 2012 — 2012
Digital Painting - Visual Development with Mentor Mike Yamada
Shaun Potts's PDI/Dreamworks Experience April 2008 - April 2011
Job Senior DRW/Systems Administrator at Tippett Studio
Industry Animation
Experience
Tippett Studio April 2011 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks April 2008 - April 2011
Cinematico 2007 - 2007
Skills
MEL, Linux, Python, Shell Scripting, Great troubleshooting..., Resource Management, Redhat Linux, Render Farms, Rendering, Puppet, Computer Graphics, Nagios, Red Hat Linux, Troubleshooting, Mad Science, Configuration Management, Windows, System Administration, Systems Engineering, Operating Systems, Maya, Visual Effects, Animation, Character Animation, Computer Animation, Digital Compositing, 3D, After Effects
Education
Animation Mentor 2009 — 2011
Character Animation
Academy of Art University
Tippett Studio April 2011 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks April 2008 - April 2011
Cinematico 2007 - 2007
Skills
MEL, Linux, Python, Shell Scripting, Great troubleshooting..., Resource Management, Redhat Linux, Render Farms, Rendering, Puppet, Computer Graphics, Nagios, Red Hat Linux, Troubleshooting, Mad Science, Configuration Management, Windows, System Administration, Systems Engineering, Operating Systems, Maya, Visual Effects, Animation, Character Animation, Computer Animation, Digital Compositing, 3D, After Effects
Education
Animation Mentor 2009 — 2011
Character Animation
Academy of Art University
Linhan Li's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2009 - August 2011
Job Lighting Technical Director at Pixar Animation Studios
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Pixar Animation Studios April 2015 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks Animation August 2011 - January 2015
PDI/Dreamworks July 2009 - August 2011
Carnegie Mellon University August 2007 - October 2009
Electronic Arts 2008 - 2008
Skills
Maya, Nuke, MEL, CGI scripts, XNA, Lua, C#, C++, Shader Creation, Lighting, Gameplay, HLSL, Python, Perl Script, OpenGL, Java, Game Development, Game Design
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2007 — 2009
Master, Entertainment Technolocy
Beijing Language and Culture University 2003 — 2007
BS, Computer Science
Pixar Animation Studios April 2015 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks Animation August 2011 - January 2015
PDI/Dreamworks July 2009 - August 2011
Carnegie Mellon University August 2007 - October 2009
Electronic Arts 2008 - 2008
Skills
Maya, Nuke, MEL, CGI scripts, XNA, Lua, C#, C++, Shader Creation, Lighting, Gameplay, HLSL, Python, Perl Script, OpenGL, Java, Game Development, Game Design
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2007 — 2009
Master, Entertainment Technolocy
Beijing Language and Culture University 2003 — 2007
BS, Computer Science
Jason Rickwald's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2007 - January 2015
Job Computer Graphics | Software Engineering
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Gainfully Employed as a April 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks July 2007 - January 2015
SRI International January 2005 - July 2007
Apple June 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Software Engineering, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Computer Animation, Maya, MEL, Houdini, VEX, Mantra, Nuke, C, C++, Java, Python, Objective-C, JavaScript, OpenGL, Qt, Computer Science, Software Development, Distributed Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networks, 3D, Naiad, Realflow, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, Unity, C#, HTML, CSS, PHP, JSP, Apache, SQL, MySQL, Oracle, Visual Studio, Xcode, Eclipse, Confluence, JIRA, Git, AccuRev, Ant, Lighting, Animation, Compositing
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2001 — 2007
BS and MS, Computer Science
Gainfully Employed as a April 2015 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks July 2007 - January 2015
SRI International January 2005 - July 2007
Apple June 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Software Engineering, Computer Graphics, Visual Effects, Computer Animation, Maya, MEL, Houdini, VEX, Mantra, Nuke, C, C++, Java, Python, Objective-C, JavaScript, OpenGL, Qt, Computer Science, Software Development, Distributed Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networks, 3D, Naiad, Realflow, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, Unity, C#, HTML, CSS, PHP, JSP, Apache, SQL, MySQL, Oracle, Visual Studio, Xcode, Eclipse, Confluence, JIRA, Git, AccuRev, Ant, Lighting, Animation, Compositing
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2001 — 2007
BS and MS, Computer Science
Peter Gladysz's PDI/Dreamworks Experience February 1998 - October 2000
Job Consultant at Mercer
Industry Insurance
Experience
Mercer February 2003 - Present
Brown and Brown Insurance July 2001 - February 2003
Dolby Laboratories October 2000 - January 2001
PDI/Dreamworks February 1998 - October 2000
MFS Intelenet 1994 - 1997
Saks Fifth Avenue 1988 - 1993
Skills
Employee Benefits, Benefits, Insurance, Employee Relations, Health Insurance, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Management, Training, Brokers, Strategic Planning, Disability Insurance, Team Building
Education
San Francisco State University 1981 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Mercer February 2003 - Present
Brown and Brown Insurance July 2001 - February 2003
Dolby Laboratories October 2000 - January 2001
PDI/Dreamworks February 1998 - October 2000
MFS Intelenet 1994 - 1997
Saks Fifth Avenue 1988 - 1993
Skills
Employee Benefits, Benefits, Insurance, Employee Relations, Health Insurance, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Management, Training, Brokers, Strategic Planning, Disability Insurance, Team Building
Education
San Francisco State University 1981 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Holly Kim's PDI/Dreamworks Experience June 2010 - April 2012
Job Lighter at Walt Disney Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
The Walt Disney Company 2012 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - April 2012
Tippett Studio May 2005 - June 2010
sony imageworks 2003 - 2004
Warner Bros. Animation 2002 - 2003
Skills
Animation, Lighting
Education
Academy of Art University 1998 — 2000
MFA, computer animation
California College of the Arts
BFA, illustration
The Walt Disney Company 2012 - Present
PDI/Dreamworks June 2010 - April 2012
Tippett Studio May 2005 - June 2010
sony imageworks 2003 - 2004
Warner Bros. Animation 2002 - 2003
Skills
Animation, Lighting
Education
Academy of Art University 1998 — 2000
MFA, computer animation
California College of the Arts
BFA, illustration
Cheng-Chia (Keira) Yang's PDI/Dreamworks Experience November 2009 - August 2011
Job Character TD at DreamWorks Animation
Industry Animation
Experience
DreamWorks Animation October 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation September 2012 - September 2014
DreamWorks Animation July 2012 - September 2012
DreamWorks Animation August 2011 - July 2012
PDI/Dreamworks November 2009 - August 2011
DreamWorks Animation July 2009 - October 2009
Skills
MEL, Maya, Rigging, Zbrush, Python, Character Rigging, 3D Modeling, After Effects, Animation, Scripting
Education
Academy of Art University 2006 — 2009
MFA, 3D animation & visual effects
National Chung Cheng University 2001 — 2005
Bachelors of Mathematics, Mathematics
DreamWorks Animation October 2014 - Present
DreamWorks Animation September 2012 - September 2014
DreamWorks Animation July 2012 - September 2012
DreamWorks Animation August 2011 - July 2012
PDI/Dreamworks November 2009 - August 2011
DreamWorks Animation July 2009 - October 2009
Skills
MEL, Maya, Rigging, Zbrush, Python, Character Rigging, 3D Modeling, After Effects, Animation, Scripting
Education
Academy of Art University 2006 — 2009
MFA, 3D animation & visual effects
National Chung Cheng University 2001 — 2005
Bachelors of Mathematics, Mathematics
Laura Denton's PDI/Dreamworks Experience July 2012 - October 2013
Job Resource Staffing Manager at Atomic Fiction
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Atomic Fiction November 2014 - June 2015
Atomic Fiction June 2014 - November 2014
Atomic Fiction October 2013 - June 2014
PDI/Dreamworks July 2012 - October 2013
PDI/Dreamworks November 2010 - July 2012
ImageMovers Digital June 2008 - November 2010
GLR Studios March 2008 - March 2008
CSU Chico, School of Social Work August 2004 - December 2007
The Company Digital June 2007 - July 2007
CSU, Chico Summer Orientation Program January 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Animation, Producing, Compositing, Maya, Lighting, Film, Process Scheduler, Art, Visual Effects
Education
California State University-Chico 2003 — 2007
BA, Art - Studio, Emphases - Drawing & Electronic Art
Atomic Fiction November 2014 - June 2015
Atomic Fiction June 2014 - November 2014
Atomic Fiction October 2013 - June 2014
PDI/Dreamworks July 2012 - October 2013
PDI/Dreamworks November 2010 - July 2012
ImageMovers Digital June 2008 - November 2010
GLR Studios March 2008 - March 2008
CSU Chico, School of Social Work August 2004 - December 2007
The Company Digital June 2007 - July 2007
CSU, Chico Summer Orientation Program January 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Animation, Producing, Compositing, Maya, Lighting, Film, Process Scheduler, Art, Visual Effects
Education
California State University-Chico 2003 — 2007
BA, Art - Studio, Emphases - Drawing & Electronic Art
Chia-Wei Liu's PDI/Dreamworks Experience September 2009 - December 2009
Job Illustrator at Picture Plane Imaging
Industry Animation
Experience
Picture Plane Imaging October 2011 - February 2013
Sytosoft Corporation August 2010 - March 2011
PDI/Dreamworks September 2009 - December 2009
Dancing Diablo 2003 - 2005
PossibleWorlds July 2002 - June 2003
Augenblick Studio September 2002 - December 2002
Skills
Animation, Illustrator, Maya, After Effects, Photoshop, Posters, Illustration, Drawing, 3D, Zbrush, Concept Design, Painting, Modeling, Art, Computer Animation, Traditional Animation, ZBrush
Education
Academy of Art University 2006 — 2009
MFA, Animation and Visual Effects
Picture Plane Imaging October 2011 - February 2013
Sytosoft Corporation August 2010 - March 2011
PDI/Dreamworks September 2009 - December 2009
Dancing Diablo 2003 - 2005
PossibleWorlds July 2002 - June 2003
Augenblick Studio September 2002 - December 2002
Skills
Animation, Illustrator, Maya, After Effects, Photoshop, Posters, Illustration, Drawing, 3D, Zbrush, Concept Design, Painting, Modeling, Art, Computer Animation, Traditional Animation, ZBrush
Education
Academy of Art University 2006 — 2009
MFA, Animation and Visual Effects
Meng Zhu's PDI/Dreamworks Experience May 2011 - August 2011
Job SDE at Microsoft
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Microsoft October 2013 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks May 2011 - August 2011
Kitware, Inc May 2010 - August 2010
Clemson University January 2009 - May 2009
Clemson University August 2008 - December 2008
Skills
C++, GPGPU, OpenGL, Rendering, Algorithms, OpenCL, Computer Graphics, Programming, VTK, 3D visualization, Computer Science, CMake, Python, Scientific Visualization, Houdini, Linux, Software Engineering, Java
Education
Clemson University 2008 — 2013
PhD, Computer Science, PhD
Beijing University of Technology 2005 — 2008
M.S, Operational Research and Cybernetics
Beijing University of Technology 2000 — 2005
B.S, Information and Computing Science
Microsoft October 2013 - Present
PDI/DreamWorks May 2011 - August 2011
Kitware, Inc May 2010 - August 2010
Clemson University January 2009 - May 2009
Clemson University August 2008 - December 2008
Skills
C++, GPGPU, OpenGL, Rendering, Algorithms, OpenCL, Computer Graphics, Programming, VTK, 3D visualization, Computer Science, CMake, Python, Scientific Visualization, Houdini, Linux, Software Engineering, Java
Education
Clemson University 2008 — 2013
PhD, Computer Science, PhD
Beijing University of Technology 2005 — 2008
M.S, Operational Research and Cybernetics
Beijing University of Technology 2000 — 2005
B.S, Information and Computing Science
gentaro yamamoto's PDI/Dreamworks Experience November 2002 - Present
Job Senior Surfacing Artist at PDI/Dreamworks
Industry Animation
Experience
PDI/Dreamworks November 2002 - Present
Omnibus Japan April 1997 - November 2002
Skills
Visual Effects, Feature Films, Maya, Computer Animation, Animation, Character Animation, Compositing, 3D, Computer Graphics, Texturing, Lighting, Film, 3D Modeling, Premiere, Commercials
Education
Keio University 1994 — 1997
BA, Economics
Palos Verdes Peninsula
PDI/Dreamworks November 2002 - Present
Omnibus Japan April 1997 - November 2002
Skills
Visual Effects, Feature Films, Maya, Computer Animation, Animation, Character Animation, Compositing, 3D, Computer Graphics, Texturing, Lighting, Film, 3D Modeling, Premiere, Commercials
Education
Keio University 1994 — 1997
BA, Economics
Palos Verdes Peninsula
Pixar Animation Studios
Blue Sky Studios
Pixar
Pacific Data Images
Blue Sky Films
PDI DreamWorks
BlueSky Studios
Ilion Animation Studios