THQ Company
Industry: Video game company
DescriptionTHQ Inc. was an American video game developer and publisher based in Agoura Hills, California. Founded in April 1990 by Jack Friedman, the company developed products for home video game consoles and handhelds, personal computers and mobile devices. Defunct: 23 January 2013 Headquarters: Agoura Hills, California, United States Founder: Jack Friedman Founded: 1989, Calabasas, California, United States Subsidiaries: Volition, Relic Entertainment, Rainbow Studios,
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THQ Employees
R2C Group October 2003 - Present
Outdoor Game Players Network March 2006 - Present
Media City Sound August 2002 - September 2003
THQ July 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Web Design, Branding & Identity, Graphic Design, Website Development, Video Editing, Management, Customer Service, Blogging, Editing, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Wordpress, SEO, Social Networking, Digital Media, Marketing Strategy, Video, Advertising, After Effects, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, WordPress, Digital Strategy
Education
Montana State University-Bozeman 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Autonomous October 2012 - Present
Konami March 2008 - June 2012
Ask.com April 2007 - January 2008
InfoSpace Inc. January 2005 - April 2007
THQ 2003 - 2005
Atari (Infogrames) 2000 - 2003
JAKKS Pacific 1997 - 2000
Skills
Mobile Games, Product Management, Video Games, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Mobile, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Mobile Devices, Interactive..., Digital Media, Social Networking, Management, Strategy, Mobile Marketing, Brand Development, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, User Experience, Cross-functional Team..., Integrated Marketing, Product Development, Public Relations, Online Marketing, Online Advertising
Education
Pepperdine University 1993 — 1997
BA, Marketing / Advertising
Kuma Reality Games June 2014 - September 2015
inMotion Studios May 2014 - June 2014
Wanderfuls April 2013 - June 2014
Kognito Interactive February 2014 - April 2014
inMotion Studios June 2013 - October 2013
Chasin 3D January 2013 - August 2013
inMotion Studios September 2012 - December 2012
THQ January 2012 - June 2012
inMotion Studios November 2011 - March 2012
Bushi-go, Inc. July 2010 - November 2011
Skills
Maya, Animation, Computer Animation, Character Animation, Texturing, Cinematics, 3D, Creature Animation, Visual Effects, Traditional Animation, Compositing, After Effects, Computer Graphics, Photoshop, 3D Studio Max, Storyboarding, 3D Modeling, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Lighting, Motion Capture, Flash, Feature Films, Illustration, Vray, Facial Animation, Premiere, Texture Artist, Faceshift Facial Mocap, iPi Soft Motion Capture, Anime Studio Pro, Sculptris, Mudbox, Video Games
Education
Animation Mentor 2008 — 2010
Diploma in Advanced Studies in Character Animation, Character Animation
Future Media Concepts 2009 — 2009
Certificate, After Effects
Queens College 1989 — 1991
BA, Film Studies
New York University 1984 — 1987
Film Production
High School of Art and Design
Jakks Pacific 2013 - 2013
THQ 2007 - 2012
Activision 2005 - 2007
The Coca-Cola Company 2001 - 2005
ConAgra Foods 1997 - 2001
The Schwan Food Company 1993 - 1997
Jack in the Box 1992 - 1993
The Walt Disney Company 1991 - 1992
Skills
Brand Management, Marketing, Strategy, Team Leadership, P&L Management, Strategic Partnerships, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Product Development, Mobile Marketing, Customer Insight, Social Media, Video Games, Product Management, Digital Media, Marketing Strategy, Kids Marketing, Negotiation, Entertainment, Online Marketing, Market Planning, Brand Development, Project Management, Social Media Marketing, Mobile Devices, Creative Direction, Business Planning, Profit & Loss Management, Adult Marketing, Mobile Games, Forecasting, Advertising, Product Launch, Marketing Management, New Product Development, Plans, Trade Marketing, Entrepreneurship, User Experience, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Online Communications, Cross Functional Team..., Product Innovation, Segmentation, Business Development, SEO, Brand Awareness
Education
Kellogg Graduate School of Management
Executive Program
San Diego State University-California State University
BS, Marketing
University of New Hampshire
Semster Exchange Program
Webster University
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Insomniac Games May 2012 - April 2013
2K Games August 2011 - November 2011
Neversoft Entertainment October 2010 - April 2011
THQ August 2008 - February 2009
Activision August 2006 - October 2007
Activision October 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Xbox 360, DevTrack, Xbox
Education
Pierce College 2005 — 2006
Pursing BA Compsci, Psuedo Coding, Programming in C++, MIDI Applications, Javascript, PHP, SQL, Flash, Dreamweaver.
Relic Entertainment, Inc / Sega Games Co., Ltd. January 2013 - Present
Vivity Labs Inc. June 2008 - December 2013
Relic Entertainment September 2012 - January 2013
United Front Games September 2011 - September 2012
East Side Games July 2011 - September 2012
Smoking Gun Interactive Inc. August 2009 - September 2012
Indochino August 2010 - August 2011
Sitemasher Corporation October 2007 - June 2010
Electronic Arts January 2007 - October 2007
THQ April 2004 - December 2006
Skills
Video Games, Game Development, Online Gaming, Game Design, Mobile Games, Social Games, Monetization, Gambling, Casual Games, Start-ups, Product Management, Xbox 360, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Partnerships, ADP ReportSmith, ADP ezLaborManager, PCPW, Hyperion Planning, SAP R/3, QuickBooks, Computer Games, Game Mechanics, Gaming Industry
Education
Queen's University 1987 — 1988
M.A.
University of Victoria 1982 — 1987
B.A.
Cowichan Senior Secondary 1977 — 1979
Not applicable
LinkedIn September 2014 - Present
Mattel, Inc. July 2014 - September 2014
Mattel March 2013 - July 2014
Deloitte Digital October 2011 - March 2013
THQ February 2011 - September 2011
Porter Novelli August 2009 - February 2011
Weber Shandwick November 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Social media strategy, Community Management, Content Strategy, Content Development, Google Analytics, Public Relations, Media/blogger relations, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Facebook, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Interactive Marketing, Mobile Devices, Brand Management, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts
Carpinteria High School
2K Games April 2012 - Present
Ubisoft April 2011 - February 2012
Trion Worlds, Inc. January 2011 - March 2011
THQ May 2009 - November 2010
THQ Canada Inc. dba Relic Entertainment June 2007 - April 2009
WEBZEN America, Inc. July 2006 - April 2007
WMS Gaming 2003 - 2006
Turbine August 2002 - September 2004
Devil's Thumb Entertainment / VR1 / Jaleco December 1996 - August 2002
Skills
Online Gaming, MMO, Game Design, Video Games, Gameplay, Game Development, Multiplayer, Level Design, Video Game Development, Production, Gaming, Monetization, Social Games, Game Mechanics, Video Game Design, Casual Games, MMORPG, Creative Direction, User Experience, Scrum, Mobile Devices, Console, iPhone, Mobile Games, Computer Games, Interactive..., PS3, Live Game Operations, Team Leadership, Perforce, Wii, Xbox 360, German, Localization, Community Sites, Unity3D, World Building, Unreal Engine 3, Digital Distribution, Community Management, Zbrush, Management
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1992 — 1996
BA, English
The College of Santa Fe 1992 — 1993
Activision August 2014 - Present
The Guildhall at SMU February 2013 - August 2014
THQ August 2010 - January 2013
The Guildhall at SMU August 2012 - October 2012
CompuCom/Excell Data Corporation with Microsoft Game Studios June 2008 - July 2010
University of Cincinnati September 2004 - June 2008
University of Cincinnati June 2006 - June 2007
Rose Computer Technology Services August 2003 - August 2004
Thomson Financial June 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Usability Testing, User Experience, User-centered Design, User Interface, Data Analysis, Human Computer..., Statistics, Usability, Game Design, User Interface Design, Heuristic Evaluation, Interaction Design, User Research, Playtesting, Video Games, Usability Engineering, Game Development, Research Design, Agile Methodologies, User Experience Design, Analysis, Rapid Prototyping, Paper Prototyping, Contextual Inquiry, Programming, Computer Games, Management
Education
University of Cincinnati 2006 — 2008
PhD, Psychology
University of Cincinnati 2004 — 2006
MA, Psychology
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1999 — 2003
BS, Computer Science - Psychology
Chiral Software, Inc. September 2009 - Present
GoTV Networks March 2007 - April 2009
GoTV Networks 2007 - 2009
Venan Entertainment June 2004 - August 2006
THQ June 2003 - June 2004
Skills
Agile Methodologies
Education
Sonoma State University 1998 — 2003
BS, Computer Science
Gearbox Software June 2011 - Present
Gearbox Software August 2010 - May 2011
THQ July 2010 - August 2010
Guildhall Academy June 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Environment Art, Texturing, Unreal Editor, Unreal Engine 3, Low Poly Modeling, Game Development, Perforce, Video Games, 3D Studio Max, Game Design, Unity3D, Gameplay, Zbrush, Unreal 3
Education
The Guildhall at Southern Methodist University 2009 — 2010
Masters, Interactive Technology: Art Creation
University of North Texas 2006 — 2008
Bachelor's of Fine Arts Degree, Drawing and Painting
Purdue University 2004 — 2006
BFA (Transferred to UNT), Drawing and Illustration
Microsemi Corporation September 2015 - Present
Vitesse Semiconductor July 2013 - September 2015
Tetra Tech February 2013 - July 2013
Baker College June 2010 - March 2013
Quest Diagnostics January 2011 - December 2011
TEKsystems January 2010 - December 2010
Deston Entertainment January 2008 - January 2010
Interscope Records May 2002 - January 2005
THQ June 2001 - May 2002
Skills
C++, C#, Java, Perl, VB.NET, HTML, MySQL, AJAX, CSS, Web Development, Visual Studio, NetBeans, Windows, Linux, Software Development, Programming, XML, SQL, XHTML, Struts, HTML5, CSS3, Toad, PL/SQL, .Net MVC 4, Web Applications, JavaScript, Oracle, Visual Basic, Databases, HTML 5, PHP, Operating Systems, jQuery, JSON
Education
Baker Collage 2010 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
Moorpark College 2005 — 2007
Computer Science, Software Engineering
Los Angeles Recording School 2001 — 2002
N/A, Audio Production
Newbury Park High 1998 — 2001
Gen Ed
Red Barrels February 2013 - Present
THQ January 2011 - February 2013
Electronic Arts October 2005 - December 2010
Meteor Studios July 2003 - October 2005
Cinegroupe June 2002 - July 2003
C.A.G.E. Digital June 2001 - October 2001
Ubisoft February 1998 - May 2001
Education
Sheridan College 1995 — 1997
2D Animation
Riot Games 2014 - Present
THQ 2012 - January 2013
THQ 2011 - 2012
THQ 2010 - 2011
Tadpole Audio 2010 - 2010
Pacific Rock Productions 2009 - 2010
The Artisan Connection 2008 - 2009
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint, HTML, SAP SRM, Creative Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Video Games, Game Development, Blogging, Community Management, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Wii, Casual Games, Press Releases, Xbox 360, PS3
Education
Northwestern University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Art Theory and Practice, Art History
Digital Extremes September 2015 - Present
Digital Extremes August 2014 - Present
2K Games February 2013 - January 2014
THQ April 2011 - February 2013
THQ March 2010 - March 2011
THQ September 2007 - February 2010
Skills
Online Gaming, Monetization, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Video Games, Product Marketing, Brand Management
Education
Pepperdine University 2010 — 2012
Masters, Business Administration
UCLA 2003 — 2007
Bachelor Degree, Economics
Line 6 April 2014 - Present
Line 6, Inc March 2010 - Present
Line 6 June 2010 - March 2013
Digital Imagination April 2009 - March 2010
HWDS and Associates, Inc. March 2006 - March 2010
Union Entertainment January 2009 - May 2009
THQ January 2006 - March 2006
Skills
Graphic Design, User Interface Design, User Experience, Art Direction, Agile Methodologies, Agile Project Management, Programming, Illustration, Vector Illustration, Information Graphics, Marketing, Video, Flash Animation, Interaction Design, Animation, Video Production, Product Development, Motion Graphics, Cinema 4D, Lua, c++, iOS development, Objective-C, Object Oriented Design, Digital Signal..., Audio Engineering, Audio Editing, Post Production, Professional Audio, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Digital Recording, Advertising, Photoshop, Music Production, Guitar, Musicians, Bass Guitar, User Interface, Sound Design, OS X, Mobile Applications, Photography, Icon Design, Mobile Design, Recording, Wordpress, Web Design, Graphics, Flash
Education
Moorpark College 2005 — 2011
Associate of Science, Multimedia (WWW)
MOORPARk HIGH SCHOOL
Moorpark College
Stubb's Legendary Bar-B-Q January 2012 - December 2013
iTaggit.com April 2011 - January 2012
Sega of America August 2003 - October 2004
THQ September 2001 - June 2003
Infogrames, Inc August 1998 - May 2001
S3, Inc April 1997 - July 1998
Skills
Video Games
Education
San Jose State University
BA, English and Comparative Literature
Dropkick USA, Inc. April 2010 - Present
2K Games February 2013 - December 2013
THQ May 2012 - February 2013
GuySpeed May 2012 - May 2012
VIZ Media October 2011 - May 2012
Independent Film Channel, New York, NY June 2011 - May 2012
DC Comics October 2009 - May 2012
Marvel Entertainment July 2008 - May 2012
House Party, Inc. June 2010 - February 2012
SexIs Magazine May 2011 - October 2011
Skills
Copywriting, Editing, Storytelling, Pop Culture, Books, Blogging, Video Games, Comics, Copy Editing, Editorial, Screenwriting, Publishing, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Wrestling, Comic Books, Community Management, Community Development, Strategy Execution, Community Strategy, Global Communications, Social Media, Community Marketing, Facebook, Creative Direction, Film, Graphic Novels, Marketing, Magazines, Entertainment, Mac, Television, Content Development, Content Strategy, Digital Media, Character Animation, Web Content, Publicity, YouTube
Education
New York University 2001 — 2005
BA, Linguistics, Psychology, Philosophy
Final Draft, Inc. May 2015 - Present
Final Draft, Inc. August 2014 - Present
Lumiere Media, Inc. April 2013 - October 2013
Deceptive Practices June 2012 - December 2012
Various January 2010 - June 2012
Soundfirm February 2008 - January 2010
Film Victoria December 2006 - January 2008
THQ December 2004 - December 2006
Skills
Producing, Documentaries, Film Production, Video Production, Post Production, Final Cut Pro, Film, Screenwriting, Television, Commercials, Feature Films, HD Video, Video, Directing, Short Films, Entertainment, Creative Direction, Reality, Avid
Education
RMIT University
Bachelor of Media Studies, Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis
Consultant/Advisor January 2014 - Present
Kid Awesome January 2014 - Present
Loyola Marymount University January 2015 - Present
Silicon Beach Media February 2014 - September 2015
BBC Worldwide April 2010 - January 2014
The Walt Disney Company October 2006 - April 2010
THQ August 2005 - October 2006
Vivendi Universal, Knowledge Adventure January 1997 - July 2005
Skills
Mobile Games, Product Management, Video Games, Analytics, Mobile Applications, Game Development, Monetization, User Experience, Mobile Advertising, Digital Media, Social Games, Game Design, Digital Marketing, Strategy, Edtech, Start-ups Management, Start-ups, Content Strategy, Entertainment, Digital Strategy, Mobile Content, Product Development, Interactive Media..., Educational Technology, Casual Games, New Media, Interactive..., Strategic Partnerships, Digital Distribution, Management, Leadership, Online Gaming, Computer Games, Xbox 360, Interactive Media, Creative Direction, Entrepreneurship, Gaming, Producing, New Business Development, Content Development, Product Innovation, Forecasting, Budgets, Interactive Storytelling, Digital Storytelling, Start-up Consulting, Mobile Game Development, Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics
Education
University of Pennsylvania 1985 — 1989
Double BA
Loyola Marymount University 1993 — 1996
MFA
Diamond Game Enterprises May 2015 - Present
Neversoft Entertainment May 2013 - September 2014
Volt May 2013 - September 2014
2K Games September 2011 - September 2012
2K Games June 2010 - June 2011
THQ December 2006 - September 2009
Valley Spine Center October 2002 - May 2003
Skills
Quality Assurance, PS3, Wii, DevTrack, Xbox 360, Video Games, Level Design, Multiplayer, Social Games, Game Development, Gameplay, Computer Games, Game Design, JIRA, DevTest, Seapine Test Track Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom, PaintShop Pro, Photography, Digital Photography, Social Media, Social Networking, Blogging, Business, Graphic Design, Cubase, Audacity, Fruity Loops, Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Electronics, Studio Recording, MMO
Education
Moorpark College
Business Administration and Management, General, Currently Enrolled.
Pierce College 2003 — 2004
Addiction Studies, Anthropology, Music
Ember Entertainment, Inc. May 2015 - Present
Blur Studio April 2015 - Present
Wizards of the Coast January 2015 - Present
DHX Media January 2015 - Present
5TH Cell Media January 2013 - March 2015
THQ January 2011 - January 2012
Electronic Arts/Visceral May 2010 - December 2010
Udon Entertainment January 2003 - December 2010
Blizzard Entertainment March 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Video Games, Concept Design, Illustration
Education
Sheridan College 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Illustration
LifeCare Assurance Company May 2015 - Present
LifeCare Assurance Company April 2014 - Present
Robert Half Management Resources February 2008 - April 2014
THQ 2007 - 2008
Guitar Center April 2006 - April 2007
Countrywide April 2004 - March 2006
Health Net May 2001 - April 2004
WellPoint May 1997 - May 2001
Great Western Bank 1995 - 1996
Blue Cross of California 1991 - 1995
Skills
Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Assessment, Auditing, Insurance, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Risk Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Enterprise Risk..., GAAP, Process Improvement, Finance, Financial Risk, External Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley, Business Process, Financial Reporting, Analysis, CPA, Executive Management, Fraud, Management, SEC filings, COSO, Access, Financial Audits, Managerial Finance, US GAAP, Business Process..., Financial Accounting, SAS70, Variance Analysis, Operational Risk..., Due Diligence, Assurance, SOX 404, Account Reconciliation, Governance, General Ledger, Visio, Operational Risk, IT Audit, Forensic Accounting, Treasury, Revenue Recognition
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 1984 — 1986
B.S., Business Degree With Accounting Emphasis
Santa Monica College 1982 — 1984
AA, Accounting
Golden Bridge Production 2010 - Present
7th Winter International Arts Festival in Sochi, artistic direct November 2013 - April 2014
22 Olympic Winter Games / Paralympic Games February 2014 - March 2014
THQ June 2011 - June 2011
The Post Group 2008 - 2010
SoftClub 2008 - 2009
MUZ-TV Federal Channel 2008 - 2008
BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT / IGROMIR 2006 - 2007
Skills
Producers, Event Planning, Video Production, Music Production, Marketing, Video Games, Video Game Production, Film Production, Short Films, Commercials, Post Production, Events Coordination, Office Administration, Long-term Customer..., Criminal Law, MBA, Fine Art, Music Videos, Pre-production, Film, Feature Films, Entertainment
Education
New York Film Academy 2010 — 2013
Masters in Movie Producing & Fine Arts, Producer
Southern Utah University 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Russian Academy of Lawyers & Notaries 2003 — 2008
Bachelor's Degree, Criminal Justice
J.P. Morgan June 2015 - Present
Constellation Capital Management LLC February 2015 - May 2015
NYU Leonard N. Stern School of Business January 2014 - May 2015
Eagle Strategies, LLC May 2014 - August 2014
New York Life Insurance Company May 2013 - August 2013
THQ June 2012 - August 2012
Trendalytics 2011 - 2012
Skills
Investments, Retirement Planning, Mutual Funds, Strategic Financial..., Fixed Annuities, Securities, Retirement, Estate Planning, Life Insurance, Bloomberg, Financial Analysis, Insurance, Financial Modeling, Wealth Management, Finance, Asset Allocation, Fashion, Business Analytics, Social Media, Chemistry, Economics, Tax Accounting, Income Tax
Education
New York University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics, Pre-Medicine (Chemistry)
NYU in London 2013 — 2013
Study Abroad Program, Fall 2013 Semester
Independent Contractor January 2007 - Present
THQ 2007 - Present
World Wrestling Entertainment December 2007 - March 2009
TNA Wrestling 2005 - 2009
Skills
Entertainment, Television, Video Production, Sports, Film, Video Games, Social Media, Live Events, Video, Video Editing, Post Production, Commercials, Film Production, Creative Direction, Digital Media, Lighting, New Media, Social Media Marketing, Photography, Sound, Motion Capture, Cinematics, Broadcast, Storytelling, Social Networking, Screenwriting, Multimedia, Voice Over, Content Strategy, Facebook, Producing, Feature Films
Education
Louisiana Tech University 2009 — 2013
Associate of Applied Science (Registered Nurse), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Dark 5 Entertainment April 2012 - Present
Digital Capital April 2012 - November 2014
THQ July 2011 - February 2012
Atari July 2010 - June 2011
Titmouse Games December 2009 - July 2010
GamersFirst/K2 Network September 2006 - November 2009
Activision January 2006 - July 2006
Blizzard Entertainment April 1997 - December 2005
Gamesmiths inc. 1996 - 1997
Skills
Video Games, Mobile Devices, MMO, Facebook, Game Design, Online Gaming, Mobile Games, Monetization, Social Networking, Leadership, Wordpress, Game Development, Data Analysis, User Interface Design, Micropayments, Social Games, Casual Games, User Experience, WordPress, Digital Distribution, Gaming, MMORPG, Computer Games, Interactive..., Level Design, Quality Assurance, Mobile Applications, Gameplay, Console, Virtual Goods, Game Mechanics, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Video Game Production, Community Management, Xbox 360, PS3, Gaming Industry, Xbox, Wii
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 1994 — 1996
BA
Woodbridge High School 1986 — 1990
High School diploma
Skyrocket Toys August 2015 - Present
Munchkin 2006 - Present
THQ 2004 - 2006
Nickelodeon 2001 - 2004
Skills
Strategic Planning, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Negotiation, Forecasting, New Business Development
Education
Barnard College at Columbia University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Middlebury College 1995 — 1996
Amazon April 2014 - Present
Amazon October 2013 - April 2014
Sony Computer Entertainment America June 2008 - October 2012
Jakks Pacific June 2004 - September 2006
Encore October 2003 - May 2004
THQ April 2000 - September 2003
THQ April 2000 - April 2001
Xylan Corporation (Alcatel-Lucent) November 1996 - September 1999
Skills
Video Games, Game Development, Game Design, Gameplay, Xbox, Casual Games, PS3, Social Games, Interactive..., Quality Assurance, Console, PSP, DevTrack, Testing, Game Mechanics, Game Testing, Localization, Wii, Video Game Production, Project Management, Bug Tracking, Console Games, Level Design, Online Gaming, Computer Games, JIRA, Mobile Games, Xbox 360
Education
El Camino Real High School
Pierce College
Michael St. Nicholas Visual Design January 1998 - Present
The Creative Group 2012 - 2015
THQ February 2003 - March 2012
KDG InterActive 1997 - 2012
Infogrammes/Atari January 2001 - January 2002
IVL/Juntenen Media Group/Sixty Foot January 1997 - January 2001
MECC 1992 - 1995
Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Voice Acting, Acting, Art Direction, Packaging, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Digital Illustration, 3D, Storyboarding, Art, Friendly Personality, Digital Painting, Creative Direction, Concept Design, After Effects, User Interface Design, Vector Illustration, Digital Art, Conceptual Art, Flash, Motion Graphics, Layout, Game Design, Image Manipulation, User Interface, Drawing, Logo Design, Web Design, Multimedia, Mac, Branding & Identity, User Experience, Interaction Design, Typography, Animation, Video Games, Game Development, Casual Games, Mobile Games, User Experience Design, Interactive..., Photoshop, InDesign, Concept Development, Character Animation, Advertising, Brand Development
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 1988 — 1989
none, Design and Visual Communications, General
Sherman & Luiggi 2014 - Present
Health Resources in Action May 2013 - December 2014
The Greater Boston Food Bank January 2012 - May 2013
PlatformQ January 2010 - January 2012
THQ 2007 - 2008
Skills
Website Development, Blogging, SEO, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, SEM, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications
Education
Skidmore College 2003 — 2007
BA, English, Asian Studies
Respawn Entertainment December 2014 - Present
Respawn Entertainment December 2011 - December 2014
THQ June 2010 - November 2011
THQ September 2009 - June 2010
THQ June 2008 - September 2009
THQ November 2007 - June 2008
THQ December 2005 - November 2007
THQ May 2004 - December 2005
Skills
Learning, Mentoring, Planning, Hiring, PS3, Test Planning, Quality Assurance, Wii, Xbox 360
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 2000 — 2003
Working towards BA, History
Moorpark College 1997 — 2000
Working towards Associate, Mathematics
Gardner-White January 2013 - June 2015
Gardner-White February 2012 - January 2013
THQ Inc. July 2009 - January 2012
THQ January 2002 - June 2009
Inoveris (formerly Metatec/Discovery Systems) May 1999 - January 2002
Inoveris (formerly Metatec/Discovery Systems) June 1997 - May 1999
Inoveris (formerly Metatec/Discovery Systems) January 1994 - June 1997
Inoveris (formerly Metatec/Discovery Systems) May 1991 - January 1994
Skills
Logistics, Inventory Management, Warehousing, Transportation, Vendor Relations, Customer Service, Retail, Warehouse Management, Contract Negotiations, Supply Chain Management, 3PL, Team Building, Process Improvement, SAP, Vendor Management, Coaching, Contract Negotiation
Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Newark 1983 — 1984
Saint Patrick's High School 1979 — 1983
HS Diploma, Required
Youtail Retail September 2014 - Present
Clever Edge Marketing LLC January 2012 - Present
Vertical Marketing Network August 2006 - December 2011
THQ January 2001 - August 2006
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies (Home Entertainment) December 1997 - January 2001
The Walt Disney Company (Home Entertainment) May 1996 - December 1997
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Management, Promotions, Retail Marketing, Digital Marketing, Casino Marketing, Entertainment, Product Launches, Product Marketing, Videogame marketing, Partnerships, Idea Generation, Brainstorm Facilitation, Product Launch, Casino, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Marketing, Online Advertising, Advertising, Digital Strategy, Social Media, Competitive Analysis, Digital Media, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Brand Development, Creative Direction, New Media, Media Planning, Brand Management, Mobile Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Relationship Marketing, E-commerce, Trade Shows, Online Marketing, Mobile Devices, Brand Awareness, Product Development, Analytics
Education
Pepperdine University 2001 — 2004
MBA, Business
University of California, Riverside 1991 — 1995
BA, English
AllScreen July 2015 - Present
Cyber Dust- Disappearing Chat Messenger September 2014 - July 2015
Free lance Photographer March 2009 - September 2014
Hulu October 2011 - December 2012
Flektor October 2006 - March 2009
Naughty Dog June 2004 - November 2006
Scales Production April 2000 - June 2004
THQ January 2001 - April 2002
Alderac Entertainment Group Games February 1998 - April 2000
Zenith Information Services Limited January 1995 - February 1997
Skills
Game Design, Video Games, Game Development, Perforce, Mobile Applications, MMO, Xbox 360, C++, iPhone, PS3, Gameplay, Photoshop, Mobile Games, Photography, User Interface, Casual Games
Education
Santa Monica College 1995 — 1997
Sledgehammer Games - Activision October 2010 - Present
Color Glass Photography 2009 - Present
Printshop BK 2008 - Present
THQ 2006 - September 2010
Awesome Incorporated 2005 - 2010
Electronic Arts - Tiburon 2001 - 2006
Skills
Art Direction, Lighting, Photography, Photoshop, Maya, Texturing, After Effects, Animation, Character Animation, Environment Art, Video Games, Rendering, Unreal Editor, Game Development, Compositing, Drawing, Digital Painting, Matte Painting, Radiant, Painting, Graphics, Unreal Engine 3, Computer Animation, Image Editing, Photo Editing, Cinematography, Color Grading, 3D, Illustration, Visualization, modeling
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 1998 — 2002
BFA
Rhode Island School of Design 2000 — 2000
Pine View 1994 — 1998
High School Diploma
Navarre Corporation July 2012 - Present
Encore a Navarre Corporation January 2009 - July 2012
THQ June 2006 - November 2008
Palm June 2004 - June 2006
Mattel Interactive October 1996 - May 2004
Toshiba January 1994 - September 1996
Telex Communications 1991 - 1994
Skills
Consumer Electronics, Computer Hardware, Sales Management, National Account..., Product Forecasting, Marketing Strategy, Channel Marketing, Retail Industry, Entertainment Technology, retaillink, Wal-Mart, Sam's Club, Casual Games, Strategic Planning, Accessories, Distribution, Category Management, Electronics, Contract Negotiation, Product Launch, Team Leadership, Problem Solving, Management, RetailLink, Strategic Partnerships, Retail, Multi-channel Marketing, Sales Operations, Account Management, E-commerce, Product Management, Product Marketing, P&L Management, Forecasting, Sales, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development
Education
Midwestern State University
Dole Packaged Foods, LLC July 2015 - Present
Dole Food Comany May 2010 - March 2013
THQ April 2005 - May 2010
Global Core Strategies 1998 - 2003
Intech February 2001 - February 2002
GCS, Condor Technologies (one of them) 1997 - 2001
Condor Technology Solutions June 1998 - January 2000
aaiPharma 1998 - 1999
CooperTools 1997 - 1999
Skills
ERP, SAP, SAP R/3, EDI, SAP ERP, SAP GRC Access Control, SAP CRM, SAP BW
Education
Monash University 1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Computer Science & Accounting
Video Surveillance Systems, LLC August 2012 - Present
Freelance March 1997 - August 2012
THQ Inc November 2008 - May 2009
THQ February 2008 - May 2009
Volition February 2008 - May 2009
Volition February 2008 - November 2008
Volition Inc February 2008 - October 2008
Dell & IBM through QualxServe May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
CSS, HTML, SQL, XML, Xbox 360, PS3, FTP, Video Games, Game Design, Game Development, Perforce, Gameplay, DevTrack, Hansoft, Multiplayer, Wii, Quality Assurance
Education
Purdue University
CIT Networking
Lake Central High School Graduate 2006
Purdue University
Electronic Arts February 2012 - Present
THQ Studio Australia May 2011 - September 2011
THQ September 2009 - May 2011
Electronic Arts December 2003 - August 2009
The Collective February 2003 - November 2003
Acclaim Studios Austin March 2000 - December 2002
Cinematix Studios March 1998 - March 2000
Skills
Game Design, Gameplay, Perforce, Maya, 3D Studio Max, Unreal 3, Game Development, Hansoft, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Management, Usability Testing, Xbox 360, PS3, Mobile Games, Video Games, DevTrack, Social Games, Unreal Engine 3, Level Design, Game Mechanics, Console, Multiplayer
Education
Marist College 1991 — 1995
BA, Communicatons: TV/Film
Marist College 1991 — 1995
Bachelor's degree, Communication and Media Studies
Halon Entertainment June 2015 - June 2015
Digital Domain 3.0 August 2014 - May 2015
Yuke's LA, Inc. March 2014 - July 2014
Digital Domain 3.0 November 2013 - December 2013
2K September 2013 - October 2013
Conaco June 2013 - July 2013
2K Games March 2013 - May 2013
Digital Domain September 2012 - February 2013
THQ November 2011 - June 2012
Hydrogen Whiskey Studios August 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Maya, 3D Studio Max, Cinematics, Character Animation, Motion Capture, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Nuke, Video Games, Pre-visualization, Computer Graphics, Film, Animation, 3D, Rendering, Characters, Facial Animation, Computer Animation, Max, Visual Effects, Traditional Animation, Commercials, PFTrack, SynthEyes
Education
Northeastern University 2001 — 2006
BS, Animation and Multimedia Studies
Bad Integral May 2012 - Present
Afolio April 2014 - January 2015
Vertigo Labs November 2012 - October 2013
HP May 2011 - May 2012
THQ December 2009 - March 2011
Adobe Systems April 2005 - December 2009
Midway Games February 2003 - March 2005
Lucky Chicken Games September 2001 - January 2003
WebMessenger, Inc. June 2000 - August 2001
Skills
iOS development, Mobile Applications, Game Development, Video Games, C/C++ STL, Objective-C, OpenGL, OpenGL ES, Core Graphics, Win32 API, PS3, Xbox 360, Flash, ActionScript, JavaScript, Perforce, Subversion, Git, iOS Development
Education
Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski 1998 — 2000
MBA, Management Information Systems
University of Economics - Varna 1994 — 1998
BS, Informatics
Ringling College of Art and Design July 2013 - Present
Independent Game Developer October 2012 - August 2013
THQ January 2012 - August 2012
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies January 2009 - December 2011
Snowblind Studios June 2008 - January 2009
Electronic Arts February 2006 - May 2008
SCAD The University for Creative Careers September 2004 - May 2008
Savannah Film Festival 2006 - 2007
Skills
Shaders, Rendering, Texturing, Game Development, Environment Art, Video Games, Texture Art, Low Poly Modeling, 3D Modeling, Unreal Engine 3, 3D Studio Max, Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, Performance Optimization, Zbrush, Maya
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2004 — 2008
B.F.A., Interactive Design and Game Development
Coastal Dental Inc. 2011 - 2012
AppleOne January 2011 - July 2011
Volt Technical Resources April 2009 - July 2010
THQ October 2004 - March 2007
ACRO Services July 2003 - October 2004
Skills
Typing: 65 WPM, Software Testing Life..., Bilingual-English/Spanis..., Computer Gaming, Computer-savvy, Microsoft Operating..., Video Editing, Communicaitons, Wireless Networking, Game Development, Game Design, Proficient on Mac & PC..., Microsoft Office, Time Management, Leadership Technique, Computer Repair
Education
Oxnard College
Undergraduate, Computer Software and Media Applications
Hueneme High School 1996 — 1999
Diploma
Zynga November 2013 - Present
Electronic Arts April 2013 - October 2013
THQ November 2011 - January 2013
Runtriz April 2011 - November 2011
California Musical Theatre June 2007 - August 2010
River City Bank June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Financial Analysis, Video Games, Online Gaming, Monetization, Marketing Strategy, Business Modeling, Core Games, Mobile Games, Social Games, Competitive Analysis, Account Management, Negotiation, Pricing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Investments, PowerPoint, Budgets, Market Research
Education
Loyola Marymount University, College of Business Administration 2010 — 2011
MBA, Finance & International Business
Loyola Marymount University, College of Business Administration 2005 — 2009
BBA, Marketing
Ubisoft January 2013 - Present
THQ January 2011 - January 2013
College Vieux Montreal November 2011 - December 2012
Bioware November 2007 - January 2011
Silicon Knights April 2004 - October 2007
Silicon Knights July 2002 - March 2004
Silicon Knights March 2001 - July 2002
TFX Animation June 2000 - February 2001
Skills
3D Studio Max, Character Studio, Premiere, Photoshop, Cinematics, Character Animation, Gameplay, PuppetShop, Unreal Engine 3, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Xbox 360, 3D, Animation, Computer Animation, Computer Games, Facial Animation, Game Development, Creative Direction, Motion Capture, Game Design
Education
Sheridan College 1997 — 2000
Diploma, Classical Animation
Sheridan College 1996 — 1997
Certificate, Art Fundamentals
Miramax 2015 - Present
Starz / Anchor Bay Entertainment 2013 - 2015
THQ 2011 - 2013
Paramount Pictures 2011 - 2011
Activision Blizzard 2010 - 2011
Twentieth Century Fox 2009 - 2010
Twentieth Century Fox 2007 - 2009
Twentieth Century Fox 2006 - 2007
Twentieth Century Fox 2002 - 2006
Sony Pictures Entertainment 2000 - 2002
Skills
Digital Media, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Entertainment, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Retail, Creative Merchandising, Budgets, Forecasting, Point of Purchase, Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Analytics, Creative Direction, Cross-functional Team..., Sales, Business Strategy, Merchandising, Trade Marketing, Product Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Brand Development, P&L Management, Product Development, New Business Development, CRM, Media Planning, Management, Marketing Management
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor's degree
Dole Packaged Foods February 2007 - Present
THQ 2004 - 2006
Amgen 2002 - 2004
ViewSonic 1998 - 2002
Day Runner, Inc. 1991 - 1998
Deloitte 1989 - 1991
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 1986 — 1988
MBA, Marketing/Accounting/Org Dev
Occidental College
A.B., English / Music
Duvera Financial 2014 - Present
Little Orbit 2012 - 2014
THQ 2011 - 2012
Crave Entertainment 2005 - 2011
Sony Computer Entertainment America 2001 - 2005
Skills
Product Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Communications, Competitive Analysis, Advertising, Public Relations, Online Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Awareness, Positioning, Video Games, Market Research, Multi-channel Marketing, Strategic Planning, Marketing Research, Marketing, P&L Management, Forecasting, Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Product Development, Strategic Partnerships, Global Marketing, Leadership, Monetization, Product Management, Social Media Marketing, SEO, SEM, Corporate Communications, Market Analysis, Marketing ROI, Channel Marketing, Demand Generation, Budget Management, B2B Marketing, B2C marketing, Team Leadership, Product Life Cycle..., Presenter
Education
University of California, Irvine - The Paul Merage School of Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing
San Diego State University-California State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
El Grupo Animation & Story Workshop January 2009 - Present
American Animation Institute January 1992 - Present
Creative Capers 2010 - 2010
THQ 2006 - 2007
Heavy Iron Studios 2006 - 2007
Enesco 2004 - 2007
Heavy Iron/THQ 2005 - 2006
Walt Disney Feature Animation 1984 - 2004
Walt Disney Animation Studios 1984 - 2004
Hanna Barbera Productions 1977 - 1984
Skills
Teaching, After Effects, Maya, Illustration, Flash, Modeling, 2D, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Animation, Traditional Animation, Compositing, Computer Graphics, Storyboarding, Rigging, Cinematics, Texturing, Art, Zbrush, Concept Design, 3D, Computer Animation, Conceptual Art, Character Animation, Nuke, Premiere, Mental Ray, Video Games, Art Direction, UV mapping, Creative Direction, 3D Modeling, Digital Illustration, Illustrator, Visual Effects, Photoshop, 3D Studio Max, Graphics, Digital Painting, Drawing, Mudbox, Cartoons, Flash Animation, Feature Films, Comics, Matte Painting, Painting, Digital Art, Sketching, Character Rigging
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 1978 — 1980
Illustration
San Jose State University 1974 — 1976
BA, Illustration
American Animation Institute
a COUPLE of GURUS January 2015 - Present
aCoupleofGurus.com May 2013 - January 2015
aCoupleofGurus.com July 2012 - May 2013
aCoupleofGurus.com April 2012 - August 2012
THQ October 2011 - March 2012
Solution Builders March 2004 - October 2011
Best Buy 2002 - 2004
Skills
Active Directory, Windows 7, Microsoft Exchange, Windows Server, Computer Hardware, Troubleshooting, VMware, XP, Network Administration, iOS, Windows, VPN, Group Policy, DHCP, DNS, Operating Systems, Windows Vista, Microsoft Office, Servers, Project Management, Remote Desktop, Networking, Citrix, Server Administration, Office 365, Windows 8, WAN, Sonicwall, Hyper-V, Terminal Server, System Administration, Technical Support, Backup Exec, Wireless Networking, Windows XP
Education
Minnesota School of Business 2001 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Information Technology
Cryptic Studios August 2014 - Present
Electronic Arts (EA) June 2013 - March 2014
NCSOFT / Paragon Studios 2009 - November 2012
Wowwee Toys August 2009 - November 2009
Incinerator Studios April 2009 - August 2009
BottleRocket Entertainment September 2008 - March 2009
THQ July 2006 - September 2008
Talley Communications August 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Texturing, Maya, Video Games, Xbox 360, 3D, Zbrush, PS3, Art, Environment Art, Mudbox, Low Poly Modeling, Max, Hard Surface Modeling, 3D Studio Max, After Effects, Cinematics, Lighting, MMO, Concept Design, Conceptual Art, Social Games, Shaders, Game Art, World Building, Texture Artist, Digital Sculpting
Education
The Art Institute of California San Diego 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Digital Art & Design
Palomar College 2001 — 2003
Fine Art / Art History
Autodesk October 2014 - Present
IPKeys Technologies October 2012 - October 2014
IPKeys Technologies October 2011 - October 2012
THQ September 2007 - June 2011
KAOS Studios/THQ 2007 - 2011
Hoofer's Tex Mex Grill 2005 - 2007
NYS Board of Cooperative Educational Services 2003 - 2005
Evening Sun Newspaper 2001 - 2003
San Diego Padres 1995 - 1997
Skills
3D Studio Max, Game Design, Texturing, Modeling, Photoshop, Editing, Photography, Writing, Animation, Unreal Engine 3, Unreal, Maya, Game Development, Xbox 360, Level Design, Rigging, 3D animation, After Effects, Unreal Editor, PS3, Unreal 3, Illustrator, Scripting, Gameplay, ActionScript, Video Games, Multiplayer, Flash, Perforce, Video Game Design, Storyboarding, Graphic Design, UV mapping, Zbrush, Unity3D, Computer Games, Computer Animation, Character Animation, Console, Mobile Games, Casual Games, Concept Design, Wii, Game Mechanics, Social Games, 3D, 3D Modeling, Graphics, User Interface Design, Mobile Devices
Education
Ohio University-Lancaster 1994 — 1995
The University of Texas at Austin 1993 — 1994
Tripwire Interactive LLC September 2012 - Present
Busybert January 2009 - Present
CCP North America March 2009 - May 2012
Turner Studios November 2011 - February 2012
THQ April 2007 - September 2008
Ubisoft, France April 2006 - April 2007
Climax Group LA, CA January 2006 - April 2006
Sony Electronics September 2000 - September 2005
Midway Games / Leland Interactive March 1995 - June 2000
NEW BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE April 1997 - September 1997
Skills
Maya, Character Animation, Video Games, Animation, Game Development, Game Design, Photoshop, Zbrush, PS3, Autodesk MotionBuilder, Storyboarding, Xbox 360, Art, After Effects, Perforce, Facial Animation, Computer Animation, Concept Design, Max, Art Direction, MMO, Unreal Engine 3, Modeling, Sculpture, Motion Graphics, Texture Painting, Travel, Motion Capture, Pipeline Development, Fine Art, Unreal Editor, Character, Outsourcing Management, Art Management, Organizational Structure, Staff Development, Character Design, Character Modeling, Organizational..., Product Development
Education
Sheridan College 1997 — 2000
3 yr
Agile (Scrum)
Agile (Scrum)
BA Degree
BA Degree
sir john a McDonald
Microsoft January 2015 - Present
Microsoft May 2013 - January 2015
Epic Games April 2010 - April 2013
EA SPORTS January 2005 - April 2010
THQ May 2001 - December 2004
Smith Public Relations May 2000 - May 2001
Skills
Video Games, Gaming, Community Management, Mobile Games, Developer Relations, Online Gaming, iPhone, Content Strategy, Digital Media, Gaming Industry, Global Brand Development, Product Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Partnership Marketing, Strategic Public..., Revenue & Profit Growth, Financial Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Brand Licensing, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Online Advertising, Advertising, Interactive..., Brand Development, Monetization, Public Relations, Xbox 360, User Experience, MMORPG, Computer Games, Wii, Marketing, Community Sites, Media Relations, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Cross-platform..., Gameplay
Education
Oklahoma State University 1994 — 1999
BA, Journalism
Tapjoy August 2011 - Present
Sony Computer Entertainment America April 2006 - March 2011
THQ 1999 - 2005
Skills
Digital Media, Video Games, Social Games, Strategic Partnerships, Monetization, Mobile Games, Team Management, Cross-platform..., Online Gaming, Developer Relations, Strategy, Interactive..., Brand Management, Casual Games, Product Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Devices, Digital Distribution, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Advertising, Online Marketing, Marketing, New Media, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 1980 — 1984
GRHS
University of Miami August 2012 - Present
Hunter College August 2011 - June 2012
Ocean 7 July 2010 - June 2012
Parsons The New School for Design August 2009 - May 2012
Parsons PETLab May 2009 - January 2010
Parsons The New School for Design June 2009 - August 2009
Muddbucket at Parsons August 2008 - May 2009
Williams Lea March 2007 - July 2008
Williams Lea February 2004 - March 2007
THQ June 2003 - February 2004
Skills
iPhone development, Drupal, Game Design, PHP, CSS, C++, JavaScript, HTML, MySQL, Interaction Design, CMS, iOS development, Front-end, Programming, HTML 5, User Experience, Game Development, User Interface Design, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Web Development, Information Architecture, Web Design, Video Games, User Interface, Mobile Applications
Education
Parsons School of Design 2008 — 2010
MFA
Pepperdine University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts
Web Developer Freelancer January 2015 - Present
Freelance June 2012 - Present
Matterport 2014 - 2014
Creative Technologies Inc May 2012 - June 2012
Walt Disney Internet Group Mobile December 2011 - May 2012
New Deal Studios July 2011 - December 2011
Freelance December 2009 - August 2011
Walt Disney Internet Group 2003 - December 2009
THQ 2000 - 2001
Walt Disney Interactive 1996 - 2000
Skills
Zbrush, Unity3D, Mudbox, Maya, 3D, Video Games, Modeling, Video Game Development, Game Development, Texturing, Character Modeling, Modo, Mari, Digital Sculpting, Lighting, 3D Modeling, Game Design, Photoshop, Computer Animation, Visual Effects, Character Animation, Drawing, Animation, 3D graphics, Computer Graphics, UV mapping, Compositing, MEL, Traditional Animation, Nuke, Mental Ray, ZBrush, 3D Graphics, Art
Education
Pratt Institute 1977 — 1982
Architecture
Regis High School
Amgen May 2014 - July 2015
Amgen November 2011 - November 2013
DTS, Inc. March 2010 - October 2010
THQ January 2006 - November 2009
The ALS Association 2002 - 2005
JM Consulting Group, Inc. / JM Development, Inc. 1999 - 2002
Skills
Administrative Support, Outlook, Process Scheduler, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Human Resources, Calendars, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Spreadsheets, Travel Arrangements, Strategic Planning, Office Management, Customer Service, Calendaring, Public Relations, Visio, FileMaker, Administrative..., Time Management, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Event Management, Management, Employee Relations, Project Management, Sales, Leadership, Training, Team Building, Marketing, Project Planning, Executive..., Team Leadership
Education
Los Angeles Valley College 1981 — 1983
Mass Communications
Marist College 1980 — 1981
Mass Communications
Difference Financial & Insurance Services October 2014 - Present
US Navy April 2009 - April 2013
THQ August 2007 - April 2009
Skills
Navy, Military, Security Clearance, DoD, Military Experience, National Security, Top Secret, Intelligence Analysis, Information Assurance, Military Training, Bug Tracking, Xbox 360, Video Games, DevTrack, Test Planning, COMSEC, SIGINT, Intelligence
Education
Navy Intelligence School 2009 — 2009
San Diego Mesa College
Computer Programming
Freelance January 2013 - Present
THQ February 2011 - October 2012
Activision September 2008 - November 2009
Electronic Arts January 2008 - August 2008
Pandemic Studios February 2007 - January 2008
Bioware February 2007 - January 2008
Palma Creative January 2004 - January 2007
Next Unit Japan August 2001 - December 2003
WHN May 2000 - June 2001
DirectNet Communications December 1994 - June 1996
Skills
Online Marketing, Content Strategy, E-commerce, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, New Media, Game Development, Mobile Applications, Social Networking, Product Marketing, Facebook, Social Media, Illustration, Video Games, Mobile Devices, Flash, Social Games, Video, Entrepreneurship, PS3, Start-ups, CMS, Strategy, Video Production, Graphic Design
Education
The Los Angeles Film School 2006 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Entertainment Business Management & Sound Engineering
Santa Monica College 1998 — 2000
Japanese
Silicon Studio 1994 — 1996
Animation, Post Production & Special Effects
Ubisoft September 2014 - Present
Electronic Arts November 2011 - September 2014
THQ October 2010 - August 2011
Krome Studios January 2006 - September 2010
Skills
PS3, Xbox 360, Gameplay, Wii, Xbox, Game Development, PSP, DirectX, Video Games, Character Animation, Game Programming, 3D, Multiplayer, Seapine Test Track Pro, Perforce, Cross-platform..., Console, Havok, Game Mechanics, Computer Games, Game Engines, Gameplay Programming, Game Design, Level Design
Education
Murdoch University 2002 — 2005
Games Technology, Games, Computer Science
Stingray Digital May 2014 - Present
Freelance November 2012 - Present
Chapters Indigo October 2013 - May 2014
Keywords International March 2012 - November 2012
THQ January 2011 - January 2012
Sunset Pictures May 2009 - September 2010
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Film, Documentaries, Producing, Film Production, Video Games, Post Production, Mac, Video Editing, Short Films, Screenwriting, Premiere, Photoshop, HD Video, Editing, Independent Film, Avid, Final Draft, Illustrator, Directing, Video Production, Avid Media Composer, Cinematography, Videography, Media Production, InDesign, Advertising, Collaborative Problem..., Solution Focused, Communication, Organization Skills, Troubleshooting, Software Troubleshooting, Easily Adaptable, Windows, SQL
Education
Niagara College 2006 — 2009
Advanced Diploma, Film Production
Niagara College 2006 — 2009
Advanced Ontario College Diploma, Broadcasting: Radio, Television and Film
SGN (Social Gaming Network) June 2014 - Present
Video Game Industry Consulting January 2006 - Present
Disney Interactive, Mobile May 2012 - May 2014
Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment November 2010 - April 2012
Kaos Studios (THQ) August 2006 - July 2009
THQ August 2006 - July 2009
Sylum Entertainment Ltd January 1994 - September 2006
Skills
Product Management, Risk Management, Creative Direction, Mobile Game Development, Social Game Development, Executive Management, Mobile Devices, Game Development, Video Games, Multiplayer, Mobile Games, Start-ups, Interactive..., Monetization, Entrepreneurship, Computer Games, Social Games, Team Leadership, Casual Games, Xbox 360
Education
School of Visual Arts
LivePerson April 2014 - Present
LivePerson April 2013 - April 2014
LivePerson October 2008 - April 2013
Fashion TV December 2005 - August 2006
THQ September 2004 - November 2005
Urban Outfitters January 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Video Production, Content Writing, Social Networking, Online Advertising, Facebook, Community Development, Community Management, Community Engagement, Community Sites, Community, Community Design, Online Communications, Content Management, Online Marketing, Newsletters, Photoshop, Content Strategy, Editing, Copywriting, SEO, Digital Communication, Digital Communication..., Digital Engagement, Blogging, Video Editing, Social Media Marketing, New Media, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, SEM, Social Media, Mobile Devices, Corporate Communications, Content Development, Web Analytics, Product Marketing, User Experience, Web Content, Google Analytics, Social Media Measurement, Digital Media, E-commerce, CMS, Email Marketing, Strategy, Google Adwords, PPC, WordPress, Web Content Management, Web 2.0
Education
New York University 2006 — 2008
Digital Communication & Media
The Los Angeles Film School 2002 — 2003
Certificate, Directing
2K May 2015 - Present
Cubic October 2013 - April 2015
2K Games March 2013 - June 2013
The Guildhall at SMU August 2012 - December 2012
The Guildhall at SMU May 2012 - December 2012
The Guildhall at SMU October 2011 - May 2012
Savannah College of Art and Design October 2007 - March 2008
THQ May 2006 - August 2006
Parkland College January 2006 - May 2006
Skills
Lua, UnrealScript, Photoshop, Maya, Unreal Engine 3, 3D Studio Max, Unreal Editor, Game Development, Level Design, Texturing, Gameplay, Kismet, Scripting, Xbox 360, 3D, Video Games, Game Design, MMO, PS3, Unity3D, Computer Graphics, ActionScript, Computer Games, Multiplayer, Perforce, 3D Modeling, Lighting, Game Mechanics, Modeling, Console, Wii, Casual Games, Cinematics, World Building, Visual Effects, UV mapping, Particle Effects, CryEngine, Low Poly Modeling, Flash
Education
The Guildhall at SMU 2011 — 2012
Master of Interactive Technology, Level Design
Savannah College of Art and Design 2006 — 2009
B.F.A, Interactive Design and
Cinemachine June 1999 - Present
Cinemachine October 1992 - Present
Brimstone December 2007 - August 2010
NameSake LLC August 2008 - January 2010
THQ April 2006 - October 2007
Dabel Brothers August 2005 - May 2006
TAKE 2 INTERACTIVE 1996 - 1997
Skills
Illustration, Character Design, Compositing, Art Direction, Storyboarding, Concept Design, After Effects, Comics, Drawing, Motion Graphics, Animation, Illustrator, Photoshop, Film, Final Cut Pro, Photography, Character Animation, Visual Effects, Film Production, 3D, Digital Painting, Screenwriting, Traditional Animation, Video Games, Logo Design, Commercials, Documentaries, Comic Books, Computer Animation, Digital Illustration, Special Effects, Video Editing, Digital Compositing, Character Designs, Graphic Design, Feature Films, Creative Direction
Education
University of Southern California 1988 — 1992
BA
New York University 1991 — 1991
35mm Camera Operation
Riot Games May 2014 - Present
Honored October 2013 - June 2014
Electronic Arts June 2011 - September 2013
Atari June 2010 - June 2011
Public Relations April 2009 - June 2010
Vivendi Universal Games April 2005 - October 2008
Atari 2004 - 2005
THQ 2002 - 2004
Golin/Harris International 1999 - 2002
Skills
Media Relations, Entertainment Industry, Gaming Industry, Marketing Research, E-commerce, Change Management, Public Relations, Video Games, Corporate Communications, Entertainment, Talent Management, Interactive..., Video Production, Brand Management, Marketing, Casual Games, Online Gaming, Monetization, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, MMORPG, Mobile Games, Facebook, Internal Communications, Digital Media, New Media, Content Strategy, Publishing, MMO, Computer Games, Strategy, Television, Brand Awareness, Online Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Devices, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Publicity, Xbox 360, Mobile Marketing, Social Games, Community Management, Mobile Applications, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Digital Distribution, Creative Direction, Digital Strategy, Content Management
Education
Northeastern State University 1995 — 1999
B.A. Mass Communications
Nuclear Division January 2014 - Present
Cha-Ching Pictures July 2007 - Present
Majesco Entertainment February 2013 - January 2014
Social Gaming Network March 2012 - January 2013
Activision June 2010 - October 2011
Activision December 2007 - October 2011
THQ September 2007 - November 2007
Digitas September 2006 - July 2007
S.I. International September 2000 - September 2006
MTV Networks May 1998 - October 1999
Skills
Video Games, Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, NDS, 3DS, Video Game Development, Project Scheduling, Project Budgeting, iOS, Android, Mobile Applications, Game Development, 3D Studio Max, Interactive..., Project Management, Animation, Television, Project Planning, Mobile Games, Game Design, Console, Video Game Production, Monetization, Character Animation, Xbox, Perforce
Education
Rhode Island School of Design 1994 — 1998
BFA, Film/Animation/Video
Bandai Namco Games America April 2013 - April 2015
Namco Bandai Games America January 2011 - April 2013
THQ November 2009 - January 2011
AZOMOB March 2009 - November 2009
THQ, Inc. January 2008 - March 2009
THQ, Inc. September 2006 - December 2007
THQ, Inc. October 2005 - September 2006
THQ, Inc. June 2004 - October 2005
CareThere 2000 - 2002
Skills
Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Product Management, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, Video Games, Mobile Games, Mobile Applications, Casual Games, Online Gaming, Social Games, Monetization, Multi-channel Marketing, Interactive..., Marketing, Management, Mobile Devices, Strategic Partnerships, Entrepreneurship, Creative Direction, Integrated Marketing, Strategy, Online Advertising, Competitive Analysis
Education
University of California, Irvine 2002 — 2004
MBA, Marketing
Pepperdine University School of Law 1994 — 1995
University of California, San Diego 1990 — 1994
BA, Political Science
ArenaNet LLC May 2015 - Present
Canvs March 2014 - Present
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 2010 - Present
University of Central Florida April 2010 - Present
Project DTO January 2014 - Present
Florida High Tech Corridor Council 2008 - Present
Row Sham Bow, Inc., d/b/a SPLYT January 2011 - February 2015
EA Tiburon August 2007 - January 2011
EA Tiburon August 2005 - August 2007
THQ August 2004 - July 2005
Skills
Video Games, Social Games, Game Design, Game Development, Online Gaming, Mobile Games, Virtual Economies, Venture Financing, Start-ups, Casual Games, Mobile Applications, Leadership, Digital Distribution, Interactive..., User Experience, Strategic Planning, Mobile Devices, Team Leadership, Gaming, Analytics, Game Mechanics, Executive Management, Mentoring, Monetization, iPhone, Xbox 360, PS3, User Interface, Strategy, Management, Wii
Education
The Evergreen State College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Executive Education, Managing Complex Product Development Projects
University of Washington
Master's Certificate, Project Management
Caradigm August 2014 - Present
Microsoft (via CompuCom) April 2013 - June 2014
THQ September 2011 - January 2013
Simon Fraser University September 2009 - September 2011
Simon Fraser University December 2010 - August 2011
Laboratory for Computational Intelligence May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Game Design, Human Computer..., Artificial Intelligence, Game Development, Usability Testing, Video Games, Computer Science, Python, Machine Learning, User Experience, Programming, User Research, User Interface Design, User-centered Design, Information..., Interaction Design, User Interface, Ethnography, Scripting, PHP, Java
Education
Simon Fraser University 2009 — 2011
MSc, Video Games
The University of British Columbia 2008 — 2009
Unclassified, Computer Science
The University of British Columbia 2003 — 2008
BSc., Computer Science
Electronic Arts November 2009 - May 2012
NCsoft March 2009 - November 2009
THQ February 2007 - March 2009
Channel M May 2005 - July 2006
OMD Worldwide January 2005 - May 2006
Verizon Wireless July 2002 - April 2005
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing, CRM, Direct Marketing, Monetization, Casual Games, Video Games, Mobile Games, Social Games, Viral Marketing, Product Marketing, Online Gaming, MMO, Product Management, Digital Media, Competitive Analysis, Community Management, Brand Management, Mobile Devices, Interactive..., Integrated Marketing
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 2006 — 2008
MBA, Marketing and Finance
University of California, Davis 1998 — 2002
BS, Animal Science, Business Management
Skyrocket Toys January 2015 - Present
Small Consulting January 2014 - Present
Electronic Arts (EA) October 2008 - December 2013
Brash Entertainment June 2007 - September 2008
THQ April 2005 - May 2007
Heavy Iron Studios May 2004 - April 2005
Disney Interactive May 2002 - May 2004
Disney Interactive June 2001 - December 2001
Skills
Video Games, Game Development, Video Game Development, Console, PS3, Xbox 360, Online Gaming, Wii, MMO, Computer Games, Perforce, Mobile Games, Casual Games, Social Games, Interactive..., Localization, Gaming, Animation, Monetization, MMORPG, Xbox, Gameplay, Digital Distribution, Game Mechanics, Gaming Industry, Level Design, iPhone, Game Programming, Community Management, Unreal Engine 3
Education
Penn State University 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Major: Finance and International Business Minor: French and International Studies
Nix Hydra Games June 2012 - Present
Magellan Interactive April 2010 - February 2012
n-Space May 2008 - February 2010
Self Employed November 2006 - April 2008
THQ January 2005 - October 2006
Electronic Arts May 1998 - December 2004
Skills
Video Game Production, Game Development, Game Design, Software Project..., Graphic Design, Mobile Applications, iOS development, Facebook, Xbox 360, Xbox, PS3, PS2, Playstation, Wii, Gamecube, N64, Nintendo DS, Amazon Kindle, Microsoft Office, MS Project, Visual Basic, Photoshop, Perforce, Alienbrain, SVN, DevTrack, Mantis, JIRA, Strategic Planning, Strategic Financial..., Mobile Games, Subversion, Video Games, Social Games, Console, Gameplay, Game Mechanics
Education
Purdue University 1994 — 1996
Computer Science, Industrial Design
Law Offices of Aalok Sikand August 2010 - Present
Hollins Law March 2010 - August 2010
Happy Hotels December 2006 - February 2010
THQ January 2007 - May 2007
Los Angeles Committee on Foreign Relations September 2005 - April 2007
Los Angeles Superior Court June 2005 - August 2005
Poway Redevelopment Agency/Waterford Development Company June 2004 - July 2004
Hotel Oceana Santa Monica August 2001 - August 2003
Norasia Container Lines Limited July 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Spanish, Hindi, French, Bankruptcy, Appraisals, Real Estate, Litigation, Personal Injury
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 2006 — 2007
MBA, Business
Pepperdine University School of Law 2003 — 2006
Juris Doctorate, Law
University of Southern California 1998 — 2002
BA, Political Science, Philosophy
Crystal Dynamics November 2012 - Present
Crystal Dynamics February 2012 - November 2012
Crystal Dynamics August 2011 - February 2012
Crystal Dynamics July 2011 - August 2011
Kaos Studios, THQ April 2010 - April 2011
THQ November 2007 - April 2010
Kaos Studios January 2007 - November 2007
Pratt Institute January 2005 - May 2005
Charlex April 2004 - April 2004
Palm House January 2004 - March 2004
Skills
Production Art, Outsourcing, Zbrush, Maya, Environment Art, PS3, Cinematics, Texturing, After Effects, Art, 3D, Xbox 360, Game Design
Education
Pratt Institute 2002 — 2005
B.F.A., Computer Graphics and Interactive Media
University at Buffalo 2001 — 2002
N/A, Film/Video/Documentary
Alfred State College 1999 — 2001
A.A.S., Computer Art and Design
Animal Clinic of Honolulu May 2011 - Present
Advantage Sales & Marketing December 2010 - June 2011
THQ September 2007 - February 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Research, Public Speaking, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Outlook, Biotechnology, Data Analysis, Business Development, Employee Training, Lifesciences, Science, Editing, Biology, Quality Assurance, Underwriting, Creative Writing, Animal Care, Veterinary Medicine, Data Entry, Project Management, Microsoft Excel
Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, General
Moorpark College 2001 — 2010
Animal Sciences
sonarDesign, Inc. October 2013 - Present
Wi-Fi Alliance October 2012 - September 2013
Zynga October 2011 - October 2012
Volition May 2010 - October 2011
THQ February 2008 - August 2009
Skills
PS3, Xbox 360, Multiplayer, Xbox, Gameplay, DevTrack, Hansoft, Computer Games, Perforce, Video Games, Google Docs, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Web Applications, JIRA
Education
Parkland College
Boss Fight Entertainment October 2013 - Present
id Software October 2008 - October 2013
THQ July 2006 - October 2008
Reel FX August 2007 - December 2007
Atari February 2003 - July 2006
Axis Animation October 2002 - November 2002
Passion Pictures September 2002 - October 2002
Mill Film March 2002 - August 2002
Digital Animations January 2000 - March 2002
Max Ink Cafe March 1999 - December 1999
Skills
Cinematics, Maya, Character Animation, Facial Animation, MEL
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2012 — 2013
Certificate of Achievement, 6.00x: Introduction to Computer Science and Programming, 94%
Ringling College of Art and Design 1994 — 1998
BFA, Computer Animation
Disney Interactive August 2013 - Present
3d6 Games, Inc. September 2012 - August 2013
THQ June 2007 - August 2012
Activision Inc. August 2005 - May 2007
Genuine Games January 2003 - December 2004
3d6 Games, Inc November 1999 - November 2002
Digital Eclipse September 1998 - October 1999
Electronic Arts July 1993 - September 1998
Nova Logic February 1993 - June 1993
Softview / Intuit August 1987 - May 1991
Skills
Game Development, Video Games, Xbox 360, Computer Games, Game Design, Console, PS3, Mobile Game Development, Business Development, Gameplay, Wii, MMO, Social Game Development, Mobile Games, Social Games, Xbox, Online Gaming, Production, Creative Direction, Character Animation, Level Design, Casual Games, Quality Assurance, PSP, Multiplayer, iPhone, Game Mechanics, Monetization, User Experience, Mobile Devices, Management, iOS Development
Education
Moorpark College 1989 — 1990
General Studies
Sony Computer Entertainment America April 2013 - April 2015
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC October 2012 - April 2015
Sony Computer Entertainment America October 2010 - October 2012
Activision/Guitar Hero July 2008 - April 2010
THQ August 2006 - July 2008
CM Group Marketing August 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Video Games, Interactive..., Social Media, Media Relations, Facebook, Social Networking, Public Relations, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Community Management, Blogging, Entertainment, Editing, Content Strategy, Social Games, Digital Media, Publicity, New Media, Casual Games, Copywriting, MMO, Corporate Communications, Crisis Communications, Final Cut Pro, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Content Development, Video Production, Video Editing, Marketing Communications, Storytelling
Education
Esquela de Espanol Ari Quipay 2010 — 2010
Spanish Language
Pepperdine University 2002 — 2005
B.A, Advertising; Multimedia Design
Robert Half Management Resources April 2014 - Present
CBS Television Distribution September 2007 - November 2013
THQ July 2007 - August 2007
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc April 2006 - July 2007
20th Century Fox May 2005 - April 2006
Advanced Medical Optics April 2004 - May 2005
Amcor Sunclipse North America August 2001 - April 2004
Deloitte August 1999 - July 2001
Skills
Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Forecasting, Internal Controls, Budgets, Auditing, Microsoft Excel
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 1994 — 1999
Sophia University 1996 — 1997
The Walt Disney Company September 2014 - Present
Game Mechanic Studios April 2014 - September 2014
Seed Studio Inc. November 2012 - May 2014
Checkpoint Studios Inc. November 2011 - September 2012
Heavy Iron Studios February 2009 - November 2011
THQ August 2006 - November 2011
Heavy Iron Studios 2006 - November 2011
Encore Software 2004 - 2006
Vivendi Games 2001 - 2004
Skills
Video Games, PS3, Casual Games, Xbox 360, Console, Maya, Game Design, Unreal Editor, Console Games, Wii, Game Development, Unity3D, Mobile Game Development, C#, Computer Games, Visual Studio, JavaScript, Mobile Applications, Xbox, Gameplay, Unity, Havok
Education
Los Angeles Valley College 1998 — 2003
Disruptor Beam Inc. December 2012 - Present
Summer Camp Studios June 2012 - Present
38 Studios February 2008 - May 2012
GameSpot.com March 2003 - August 2007
THQ July 2002 - January 2003
Skills
Video Games, Game Development, Game Design, MMO, Gameplay, Multiplayer, Computer Games, Unreal Engine 3, Game Mechanics, MMORPG, iOS development, Scripting, Social Games, Casual Games, Perforce, Game Programming, Endorsements, Video Game Production, Online Gaming, Console, Management
Education
Middlebury College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Film/Cinema/Video Studies
St. Paul's ASP
Mediaspike February 2006 - Present
THQ March 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Digital Marketing, Lead Generation, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Online Lead Generation, Sales
Education
Niagara University 2000 — 2004
Bachelors, Theatre Arts and Communications
BLT Communications, LLC May 2013 - Present
BLT Communications, LLC March 2012 - May 2013
THQ August 2011 - March 2012
SideShow Production April 2011 - July 2011
THQ April 2011 - April 2011
The Jim Henson Company October 2010 - April 2011
THQ June 2010 - October 2010
The Jim Henson Company March 2010 - June 2010
THQ April 2008 - March 2010
Play Network December 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Motion Graphics, Computer Graphics, Animation, Visual Effects, Character Animation, Motion Design, Maya, 3D animation, After Effects, Storyboarding, Compositing, Production, 3D, Texturing, Character Design, Digital Compositing, Mental Ray, Lighting, Digital Painting, Facial Animation, Flash, Final Cut Pro, Illustrator, Flash Animation, Photoshop, 2D, Illustration, Concept Design, Commercials, Texture Painting, Adobe Creative Suite, Traditional Animation, Computer Animation, Graphics, Film
Education
The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles 2004 — 2007
Bachelors Degree, Media Art & Animation
Moorpark College 2002 — 2004
N/A, Fine Art
The Art Institute July 2011 - Present
Finger Puppet Games April 2011 - Present
THQ January 2003 - November 2008
Skills
3D Modeling, 3D, Texture Artist, Environment Art, Zbrush, Maya, Unreal Engine 3, UV mapping, Unreal Editor, Digital Sculpting, Game Art, Normal Mapping, Texturing, Props, Low Poly Modeling, Hard Surface Modeling, Character Modeling, Unreal, Character, Texture, Asset Creation, Texture Creation, Organic Modeling, Hard Surface, FMA, Martial Arts, Environment Modeling, Kali, Video Games, Texture Painting, Digital Painting, Character Animation, UV Mapping, ZBrush
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Illustration
AT&T November 2012 - Present
Bryant Construction June 1998 - Present
Chace Audio by Deluxe July 2012 - November 2012
Colony Inn Hotel December 2004 - November 2012
THQ June 2008 - March 2012
THQ November 2006 - June 2008
THQ July 2006 - November 2006
THQ November 2005 - July 2006
The Studio at the Sunset Marquis July 1999 - November 2005
Skills
Software Quality..., Audio Editing, Research, Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, DSI, Data Transfer, Computer Building, Computer Hardware, Data Management, Audio Engineering, AutoIt, Video Game Development, Excel, Microsoft Office, Construction, Demolition, Software Project..., Data Analysis, Cable Creation
Education
Los Angeles Recording School 1998 — 1999
Recording Arts and Sciences
Disney Interactive Studios December 2008 - Present
THQ August 2006 - December 2008
Emser Tile September 2005 - August 2006
Activision Publishing, Inc. 1995 - 2005
Education
University of Southern California 1993 — 1995
MBA
University of California, Los Angeles
BA, Econ/Bus
National University of Singapore
Firaxis Games August 2011 - Present
THQ February 2007 - June 2011
Education
Purdue University 2002 — 2006
Homeroom - Production / Creative November 2013 - Present
SGN (Social Gaming Network) March 2015 - Present
WeOwnthe8th 2013 - Present
Visual Communications December 2009 - Present
Freelance 2002 - Present
JC Horizon Ltd. September 2011 - November 2013
Kollaboration October 2009 - January 2013
Disney Interactive Studios May 2007 - November 2010
The Walt Disney Company 2007 - November 2010
THQ January 2007 - March 2007
Skills
Animation, Production, Media Production, Film Production, Acting, Music, Show Production, Event Planning, Trading, Brokerage, Hair Cutting, Graphic Design, Dance, Photography, Photoshop, Journalism, Film Festivals, Concert Production, Concert Promotion, Promoting Events, Organizing, Community Service, Video Games, Laboratory Experience, Phlebotomy, Dispatching, Conversions, Social Networking, Social Marketing, Singer/Songwriter, Film, Martial Arts, Logo Design, Business Cards, Logistics, Concerts, PS3, Casual Games, Mobile Games, Game Design, Computer Games, MMO, Xbox 360, Online Gaming, Gameplay, Short Films, MMORPG, Wii, Maya, After Effects
Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Newark
English Language and Literature, General
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh-Online Division
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
ReachLocal April 2015 - Present
iPayment, Inc. March 2013 - April 2015
THQ September 2011 - March 2013
THQ March 2011 - August 2011
THQ March 2008 - March 2011
Countrywide March 2006 - March 2008
Countrywide November 2004 - March 2006
PwC January 2000 - November 2001
Skills
Accounting, SEC filings, Financial Reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Audit, Financial Analysis, GAAP, US GAAP, Revenue Recognition, Budgets, Forecasting, Finance, SAP, Hyperion Enterprise, Essbase, Restructuring, Auditing, Managerial Finance, Cost Accounting, PeopleSoft, Internal Controls, Consolidation, Account Reconciliation, Month End Close, GL, Strategic Financial..., Financial Modeling, Corporate Finance, Access, Great Plains Software, Sarbanes-Oxley, Financial Accounting, General Ledger, SEC Filings
Education
Sonoma State University
BS, Business Management - Accounting
BD Labs, Inc. August 2013 - Present
20th Century Fox August 2008 - August 2013
THQ April 2006 - November 2007
The Endeavor Agency June 2002 - April 2006
Playmates Toys May 1998 - May 2002
Skills
Mergers, Entertainment, Licensing, Intellectual Property, Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Partnerships, Video Games, Mobile Games, Digital Media, Interactive..., Television, Brand Management, Strategy, Mobile Devices, Monetization, Marketing, Social Games, New Media, Content Strategy, Mobile Marketing, Digital Strategy
Education
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University 1986 — 1989
JD, 1989
University of California, Los Angeles 1981 — 1985
BA, History
Uber Entertainment December 2013 - October 2014
Griptonite Games April 2008 - November 2012
THQ 2007 - March 2008
Amaze Entertainment 2005 - 2007
Atari - Humongous Entertainment 1996 - 2005
sun sportswear 1995 - 1996
Skills
Game Design, Maya, Photoshop, Casual Games, 3D, Game Development, Video Games, Environment Art, Unreal 3, Xbox 360, Creative Direction, Unity3D, Texturing, Lighting, mudbox, Level Design, PS3, Wii, Perforce, UV mapping, UV Mapping
Education
Seattle Central Community College 1992 — 1994
Graphic Design and Illustration Certificate Program, Graphic Design and Illustration
LBox, LLP March 2011 - Present
THQ May 2009 - April 2010
FIJI Water 2008 - 2009
FIJI Water 2008 - 2009
Fox 2003 - 2006
Skills
Finance, Microsoft Excel, Management, Process Improvement, Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, PeopleSoft, Corporate Finance, Cross-functional Team..., Digital Media, Negotiation, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Business Strategy, Customer Service, Strategic Partnerships, Market Research, Microsoft Office
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance, General
Universidad de Panama
General Studies, Accounting
FireForge September 2013 - Present
SuperVillain Studios February 2008 - August 2013
Papaya Studio 2006 - 2007
THQ 2003 - 2006
Skills
3D, Video Games, Zbrush, Xbox 360, UV mapping, PS3, Game Development, Character Animation, Wii, 3D Studio Max, Low Poly Modeling, Environment Art, Character Rigging, Texture Painting
Education
Loyola Marymount University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Animation
Level 3 Communications October 2014 - Present
Revana October 2009 - October 2014
Clayborn Press, LLC November 2010 - December 2010
THQ August 2007 - September 2008
Shopko August 2001 - August 2005
Skills
Maya, 3D Studio Max, 3D Modeling, Zbrush, Photoshop, Illustrator, UV mapping, Texturing, Character Rigging, Computer Animation, Game Design, CCNA certified, Video Games, Painting, Graphics, Mudbox, Modeling, Illustration, Sculpture, 3D, Animation, CCNA
Education
Mesa Community College 2012 — 2014
Networking
University of Advancing Technology 2005 — 2007
Bachelor's, Digital Animation and Game Design with a focus in 3D Modeling
Peru State College 2003 — 2005
General Ed credits, Art
Kaspersky Lab March 2009 - Present
THQ June 2007 - February 2009
Navarre Corporation August 2006 - June 2007
Navarre Corporation April 2003 - June 2007
Carlson Marketing Group 1995 - 2002
Skills
Sales, Account Management, New Business Development, Security, Marketing Strategy, Channel Partners, Sales Management, Product Management, Product Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Sales Operations, Management, Solution Selling, Enterprise Software, SaaS, Business Development, Competitive Analysis
Education
Metropolitan State University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, English
Osseo Senior High 1992 — 1995
Self Employed May 2010 - Present
THQ June 2006 - May 2010
Autodesk February 2010 - March 2010
Self-employed November 2002 - February 2006
CFX Bangladesh February 1997 - July 2001
Skills
Zbrush, Maya, Texturing, Mudbox, Digital Sculpting, 3D Modeling, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, Unreal Engine 3
Education
School of Visual Arts 2002 — 2006
BFA with Honors, Computer Art
Sledgehammer Games March 2011 - July 2015
THQ May 2010 - December 2010
World Leaders Entertainment February 2010 - May 2010
4Kids Entertainment April 2007 - October 2008
ACM SIGGRAPH 2008 - 2008
Skills
Character Animation, Video Games, Digital Art, Film, Maya, Texturing, Computer Animation, Visual Effects, Zbrush, Animation, Lighting
Education
Pratt Institute 2005 — 2009
BFA, Digital Arts
NTS April 2013 - Present
THQ August 2006 - March 2013
Dole Food Company September 1999 - August 2006
Lavi Industries 1996 - 1999
Cardkey Systems, Inc. 1989 - 1996
Skills
ADP, SAP, Excel, Word, Payroll, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Payroll Processing, Microsoft Excel, ADP Payroll, Microsoft Word, Employee Benefits, HRIS, Onboarding, Human Resources
Education
Moorpark College 1983 — 1986
Associate, Finance/Accounting
Cesar Millan Inc. 2009 - Present
THQ 2006 - 2009
Atari 2001 - 2005
Hasbro Interactive 1999 - 2001
Schenk, Annes, Brookman & Tepper 1997 - 1998
Skills
Strategic Partnerships, Brand Licensing
Education
Pepperdine University School of Law 1993 — 1996
JD
Pepperdine University 1989 — 1993
BA
Navarre Corporation March 2012 - Present
Lord of Life Lutheran Church March 2012 - Present
THQ September 2008 - January 2012
Navarre Corporation April 2006 - September 2008
Navarre Corporation April 2005 - December 2006
Marshall Fields 1999 - 2001
Mervyns January 1998 - November 1999
Walt Disney World June 1996 - December 1998
Skills
Forecasting, Key Account Management, Product Marketing, Merchandising, P&L Management, Vendor Relations, Promotions, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Pricing, Product Management, Marketing, Retail, Consumer Products, Inventory Management, Sales, Logistics
Education
Millikin University 1993 — 1996
Bachelor's degree, Music Business, Cum Laude
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1993
CLA Honors Program
Deluxe Digital Studios August 2014 - Present
Testronic Labs February 2011 - August 2014
THQ, INC October 2008 - August 2010
THQ July 2007 - October 2008
THQ August 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Xbox 360, PS3, Quality Assurance, Production, Video Games, Video Game Development, Game Development, Multiplayer, Casual Games, Test Planning, Bug Tracking, Localization, PSP, Scrum, Computer Games
Education
Moorpark College
HWDS & Associates Student @Moorpark College2005 - Present
THQ January 2006 - April 2006
Education
Moorpark College 2005 — 2008
Nike 2014 - Present
Smarsh 2013 - 2014
Urban Airship 2012 - 2013
Disney Interactive 2010 - 2012
Disney Interactive 2008 - 2010
THQ 2006 - 2008
MGM Home Entertainment 2003 - 2006
Gap Inc. 2001 - 2003
Netcentives 2000 - 2001
PricewaterhouseCoopers 1997 - 2000
Skills
Financial Reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Accounting, Financial Modeling, SAP, GAAP, SEC filings, Financial Analysis, Variance Analysis, Revenue Recognition, CPA, Internal Controls, Interactive..., Software Industry
Education
Occidental College 1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics
Slyder & Associates February 2008 - Present
THQ February 2007 - February 2008
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Studio Max, Google Sketchup 8, Game Design, DevTrack, Seapine Test Track Pro, Hansoft, Game Testing, Video Games, PS3, PSP, Xbox 360, Xbox, Wii, Nintendo DS, Computer Games, Gameplay, Multiplayer, Level Design, Character Modelling
Education
BA, Game Art and Design 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Game Design
Scottsdale Community College 2003 — 2004
Oblong Industries Inc May 2013 - Present
THQ May 2009 - May 2013
DreamWorks Animation August 2008 - May 2009
Indymac Bank May 2006 - August 2008
AMC Theatres September 2005 - May 2006
McCosh Design Ltd March 2004 - September 2005
Skills
Contract Negotiation, SAP, Strategic Sourcing, Management, Quality Assurance, Team Leadership, Project Management, Procurement
Education
Moorpark College 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Quirinidi 1995 — 1997
H.S.C
n/a freelance March 2013 - Present
Collins College January 2009 - March 2013
Arts Institute of Phoenix July 2008 - March 2010
THQ 2008 - 2009
Technicolor January 2007 - May 2008
Rainbow Studios / THQ 2007 - 2008
Rainbow Studios 2007 - 2008
Streamline Studios September 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Game Development, Texturing, UV mapping, Video Games, Digital Sculpture and..., Level Design, Game Design, Art, Unity3D, Mudbox, Unreal Engine 3, 3D Studio Max, Animation, 3D, Maya, Zbrush, Digital Sculpting
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 1999 — 2005
B.A., Computer Art
Disney and ESPN Media Networks 2012 - Present
THQ 2009 - 2012
DIRECTV 2007 - 2009
DIRECTV 2005 - 2007
DIRECTV 2003 - 2005
Skills
Digital Media, Marketing, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, Strategic Partnerships, Integrated Marketing, Digital Strategy, Product Management, CRM, Creative Direction, Management
Education
DeVry University
BSEET, Electronic Engineering
Loyola Marymount University
MBA, Marketing
4A Games August 2015 - Present
Turtle Rock Studios May 2013 - July 2015
THQ May 2012 - January 2013
THQ March 2009 - June 2012
THQ February 2008 - March 2009
THQ July 2006 - February 2008
THQ May 2004 - July 2006
MarCAD Lighting Design January 2003 - December 2003
Skills
Video Games, Microsoft Office, Console, Photoshop, Xbox 360, Linux, Game Development, Project Management, PS3, Computer Games, MMORPG, Scrum, Wii, Casual Games, Quality Assurance, Online Gaming, MMO, Mobile Games, JIRA, Social Games, Game Design
Education
Santa Fe University of Art and Design 2001 — 2003
THQ June 2008 - Present
Education
Robert Morris University - Illinois 2002 — 2003
Unfinished, Computer Networking
THQ April 2007 - Present
Education
Moorpark College 2002 — 2005
Criminal Justice
Casamba Inc. January 2012 - Present
Webquest, Inc July 2009 - January 2011
Santa Rosa Computers April 2008 - March 2009
THQ April 2007 - February 2008
Respectech 2007 - 2008
Take 2 Interactive 2006 - 2007
Skills
User Interface Design, Quality Assurance, XML, Web Development, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, SEO, Game Development, Game Design, Mobile Games, ActionScript, Software Quality..., Test Planning, Project Management, Test Cases, WordPress, JIRA, Perforce, Photoshop, Xbox 360, JavaScript, HTML, SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, PS3, Vendor Integration, CSS, AngularJS, Node.js, Python
Education
ITT Technical Institute 2009 — 2011
AAS, Information Systems Administration
Moorpark College 2002 — 2004
Computer Science
Trimba 2008 - Present
Goldman Sachs 2006 - 2008
Goldman Sachs 2003 - 2006
THQ 2000 - 2003
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1995 — 1999
BA, Comp Sci
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business
MBA
The Walt Disney Company August 2013 - Present
Spark Unlimited May 2012 - July 2013
Beachhead Studio November 2011 - April 2012
Treyarch June 2010 - October 2011
Neversoft Entertainment May 2009 - June 2010
Activision February 2009 - May 2009
THQ June 2008 - February 2009
Skills
Quality Assurance, Video Games, JIRA, DevTrack, Software Quality..., Bug Tracking, Computer Games, Test Planning, Perforce, Testing, Unreal Engine 3, System Testing, Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Problem Solving, Compliance, UDK, Radiant, Computer Hardware, Unreal Engine, Project Management, Team Leadership
Education
Moorpark College
EY September 2013 - Present
Activision March 2009 - October 2009
THQ 2008 - 2009
Skills
Quality Assurance, Game Development, Video Games, Game Design, Auditing, Financial Statement..., Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis
Education
Loyola Marymount University 2010 — 2013
BA, Finance
Vision QC, Inc. January 2009 - Present
The California Endowment April 2004 - January 2009
Vision QC, Inc. January 2001 - March 2004
THQ January 2001 - November 2001
Media Services December 1998 - October 2000
Skills
Employee Relations, Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Strategic Planning, HR Policies, Onboarding, Project Management, HRIS, Payroll, Microsoft Excel, Accounts Payable, Vendor Management, Nonprofits, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Conflict Resolution
Education
San Diego State University-California State University
Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Human Resources Management
JD Consulting Services LLC February 2013 - Present
THQ August 2010 - January 2013
Rapid External Solutions January 2010 - August 2010
Codesoft August 2007 - January 2010
Axiom Systems, Inc. April 2007 - August 2007
Headstrong July 2006 - February 2007
BancTec (Client) July 2006 - February 2007
Globe Telecom April 2000 - July 2006
Information Professionals Inc. July 1999 - April 2000
Cytronics International Inc. July 1997 - May 1999
Skills
ERP, Program Management, ABAP, SAP ERP, SAP R/3, SAP Netweaver, Integration, SAP, Business Process, SD, SAPScript, Software Documentation, SAP Implementation, SAP BW, Business Analysis, EDI
Education
Saint Louis University (PH) 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Technology
Black Knight Financial Services April 2013 - Present
Lender Processing Services March 2009 - April 2013
On Assignment May 2007 - January 2009
THQ April 2006 - April 2007
Applied Network Technologies April 2002 - March 2006
Mann Theaters January 2001 - April 2002
Skills
Active Directory, Servers, Microsoft Exchange, DNS, Technical Support, Troubleshooting, VPN, Citrix, Computer Hardware, Hardware, Software Installation, Help Desk Support, Software Documentation, Networking, Blackberry Enterprise...
Education
Moorpark College 2002 — 2008
CNSE, Information Technology \ Networking
Santa Susana High School of Performing Arts and Technology 1998 — 2002
High Moon Studios February 2014 - Present
Sony Electronics September 2012 - February 2014
High Moon Studios October 2011 - July 2012
THQ June 2010 - July 2011
High Moon Studios September 2009 - June 2010
Midway Home Entertainment January 2004 - September 2009
Midway Home Entertainment October 2000 - January 2004
AMC Theatres April 2000 - June 2001
Midway Home Entertainment April 2000 - October 2000
Starworks Arena September 1998 - March 2000
Skills
Quality Assurance, DevTrack, Test Planning, Testing, Software Quality..., Visio, Perforce, JIRA
Education
San Diego Mesa College 1998 — 2015
Associate of Arts (AA), Business Management, 3.66
Georgia Military College 1996 — 1997
Business Management
Unit Supply Specialist Course 1994 — 1994
Certification, Logistics
Samuel F.B. Morse High School 1991 — 1994
Diploma, General
CalAmp Corp. May 2013 - Present
THQ September 2008 - January 2012
EMI Music January 2004 - August 2008
Education
San Diego State University-California State University
BS, Criminal Justice Administration
Sony Computer Entertainment of America 2010 - 2014
THQ Wireless 2006 - 2009
THQ Wireless 2005 - 2006
THQ 2004 - 2005
Treyarch 2002 - 2003
Novalogic 2000 - 2002
Skills
Testing, Game Development, Quality Assurance, Gameplay, Mobile Devices, Mobile Applications, Compliance Testing, Agile Methodologies, Analytical Skills, Bug Tracking, Computer Games, Conflict Management, Conflict Resolution, Confluence, Continuous Integration, Critical Thinking, Cross-functional..., Customer Service, DevSuite, DevTrack, Game Mechanics, Game Testing, Gaming Industry, Github, Jenkins, JIRA, Microsoft Office, Playstation 3, Problem Solving, Process Optimization, Project Management, QA Automation, Regression Testing, Release Engineering, Resource Management, Risk Assessment, Software Quality..., Staff Development, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Team Management, Technical Requirements, Test Cases, Test Management, Usability Testing, User Experience, Version Control, Video Game Production, Software Lifecycle..., PS3
Education
Marymount California University 1990 — 1992
AA, Liberal Arts
TapZen July 2014 - Present
Sony Santa Monica October 2010 - July 2014
Rhythm & Hues October 2008 - October 2010
Digital Domain February 2008 - October 2008
Rhythm & Hues May 2007 - February 2008
Electronic Arts, Los Angeles April 2005 - March 2007
THQ August 2004 - March 2005
Activision April 2004 - August 2004
Electronic Arts July 2003 - March 2004
MGM July 2002 - September 2002
Skills
Human Resources, Video Games, Photoshop, Animation, Game Development, 3D, Television, Temporary Placement, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Maya, Visual Effects, Recruiting, Xbox 360, Computer Games, Microsoft Office, Onboarding, Technical Recruiting, Pipeline Development, Texturing
Education
San Francisco State University
THQ Jr Credit AnalystEMI MusicJanuary 2004 - September 2008
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 1983 — 1989
BS, Criminal Justice Administration
Rapattoni Corporation September 2015 - Present
Rapattoni Corporation February 2014 - Present
X1 Labs October 2013 - January 2014
Rapattoni Corporation June 2009 - October 2013
THQ April 2007 - December 2007
Circuit City November 2005 - August 2006
Target September 2004 - October 2005
Skills
System Administration, VMware ESX, Virtualization, Windows Server, Linux System..., Software Documentation, Web Applications, Ubuntu, Video Games, Operating Systems, Slackware, Customer Service, Social Skills, Active Directory, FreeBSD, Riverbed, vCenter Server, Load Balancing, System Center, Configuration Management, Office 365, Lync, DNS, DHCP, Powershell, Scripting, Scrum, IIS, Apache, Linux Kernel
Education
Moorpark College
Computer Network Systems Engineering
Moorpark College
Computer Network Systems Engineering
Creative Digital Systems Integration June 2014 - Present
GameStop October 2008 - January 2014
THQ June 2008 - August 2008
Target August 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Store Management, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Merchandising, Cashiering, Store Operations, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, POS, Customer Service, Shrinkage, Planograms, Sales, Driving Results, Customer Satisfaction, Cash Register, Time Management, Profit
Education
Moorpark College