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 RESUME ----------
Rich Ponte
CG Art & Animation Director
info@richponte.com
Objective
To gain a position within an expanding company, that allows me to be creative in the projects that I am involved with.
Education
2001 - 2003
1996 - 1999
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MFA Computer Art - Savannah College of Art & Design - Savannah, GA
Three Dimensional Animation, Video Game Design
BFA Computer Art - Savannah College of Art & Design - Savannah, GA
Traditional Animation, Web Design, Three Dimensional Animation |
Employment
03/07 - Present
01/06 Present
07/04 01/06
12/03 06/04
08/03 12/03
09/02 11/02
09/99 01/01
11/00 09/03
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Creative Director, Firebreather Studios Raleigh NC, 27614
Conceptualize and design characters, storyboards and scripts for projects.
Divide project into deadline tasks then assign talent to tasks.
Interview potential intern candidates per project need.
Meet with clients to discuss project parameters and direction.
Animation Instructor, School of Communication Arts Raleigh NC, 27614
Currently teach classes in a variety of areas through the software Maya.
Tutor students one on one in their individual problem areas.
Write curriculum and assignments for each specific class I teach.
Freelance Animator / Artist, Various Companies
Worked as a 3D / 2D Animator & Artist on various commercial and web projects for companies such as Curious Pictures, Litigation Presentation and Alpine Productions.
Freelance Animator / Artist, Radical Axis Atlanta GA, 30318
Lead Modeler and Animator on 3D elements and animation for commercial use.
Tweened, inked, colored and composited 2D animation commercials for various Cartoon Network characters: Kids Next Door, Power Puff Girls, Teen Titans.
Conceived secondary character, inked, colored and composited animation for the Adult Swim cartoon Aqua Teen Hunger Force.
Animation Art Director, X Factory Studios Atlanta GA, 30308
Animated, modeled, textured video game characters within 3D Studio Max and Maya for unreleased X Box titles and lottery game demos.
Responsible for overseeing the quality and design of animation on various projects.
Distributed work to a team of ten animators based on each individuals skill level and expertise.
Graduate Teaching Internship, Savannah College of Art & Design
Graded student projects based on quality and completion of project parameters.
Taught lessons on various topics within the program Maya relative to each project.
Advised students on aspects of animation, timing and realistic motion.
Supervisor of Web Design, CorrectNet - Hauppauge NY, 11788
Supervised a web design team of four, distributing work based on their skill level.
Trouble shot errors, software, hardware and client based errors.
Was involved in conference calls with clients, as the supervisor of the web design department.
Quality controlled aspects of specialized software, reported bugs to programmers.
Tested and evaluated new products and software, for future purchases.
Freelance Concept Artist, Sovereign Studios
Conceptualized characters, weapons and environment for PC multiplayer game.
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Computer Programs and Other Skills
Maya 2008
Premiere Pro CS3
Freehand 10
Camtasia 4
UV Mapping
2D Animation
Photo Research
Conceptual Illustration
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Photoshop CS3
Flash CS3
Painter IX
Vegas 8
Texture Making
3D Animation
Life Drawing
Story Boards
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Illustrator CS3
Fireworks CS3
Z Brush*
DVD Architect
3D Modeling
Character Setup
Maquette Sculpting
Character Boards
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After Effects CS3
Dreamweaver CS3
Mudbox*
Office 2007
Mel Scripting
Project Management
Graphic Design
Animation Layout |
Worked within Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix operating systems
*Currently Learning
PRODUCTION CREDITS ----------
Feature Production Credits
| 2005 | Barbie Diaries | Curious Pictures: "Barbie Diaries" [CG Artist] |
TV Production Credits
2005
2004
2004
| Fresh Imports
Aqua Teen Hunger Force
Aqua Teen Hunger Force
| Alpine Productions: "Fresh Imports" Show Intro [2D/3D Animator, Broadcast Designer]
Radical Axis, Adult Swim: Episode 43 Video Ouija [Concept Artist, Colorist]
Aqua Teen Hunger Force Radical Axis, Adult Swim: Spacecataz [3D Artist] credited as: Rich Pointe
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Video Game Production Credits
2003
2003
2003
2003
2003
2003
2003 | Time Cycle
Slap Slot
Super Nova Escape
Nascar Masters
Kris Kros 3D Puzzle
Rooftop Golf
Event Alpha | X Factory: Unreleased Theme Park title [Concept Artist, Storyboard Artist]
X Factory, Scientific Games: Lottery Demo [Concept Artist, Storyboard Artist, Project Manager]
X Factory, Scientific Games: Lottery Demo [Concept Artist, Storyboard Artist, Project Manager]
X Factory, Scientific Games: Lottery Demo [Concept Artist, 3D Animator, Project Manager]
X Factory, Kiosk Game Demo [Concept Artist, 3D Animator, 3D Modeler, Project Manager]
X-Factory: X Box Unreleased title [3D Animator, 3D Modeler, Texture Artist]
Sovereign Studios: PC Unreleased title [Concept Artist] 2000-2003 |
Commercial Production Credits
2005
2004
2004
2004
2003
2003
2003
2003
| Lavazza Episodes
Sharing
Juicy Drop Pop
Phone It In
Kids Day
Soar with the ATL Hawks
Makos
Frequency | Curious Pictures: Lavazza Commercials [3D Previs Animator, 3D Camera Animator]
Radical Axis, Cartoon Network [2D Animator, Colorist, Compositor]
Radical Axis, Cartoon Network, Topps [3D Animator, 3D Modeler, 2D Animator, Colorist]
Radical Axis, Cartoon Network [2D Tweener, Colorist, Compositor]
Radical Axis, Cartoon Network South America [2D Tweener, Colorist, Compositor]
X-Factory, Atlanta Hawks [3D Animator, Texture Artist]
X-Factory, Makos Southeast Inc. [3D Modeler, 3D Animator]
X-Factory, Frequency [3D Modeler, Project Manager] |
Short Film Production Credits
2008
2008
2007
2007
2007
2006
2006
2006
2006
2006 | One Night
Dust Bin 10
Lucky Foot Farm
Raven
Rain Protectors
2 If By Crook
Brand New Board
Crease
Granny's Walker
Desserted | School of Communication Arts: "One Night" [Director, Art Director]
Firebreather Studios: "Dust Bin 10" [Creative Director]
School of Communication Arts: "Lucky Foot Farm" [Director, Art Director]
School of Communication Arts: "Raven" [Director, Art Director]
Design Expo Raleigh 2007
School of Communication Arts: "Rain Protectors" [Director, Art Director]
Design Expo Raleigh 2007
School of Communication Arts: "2 If By Crook" [Director, Art Director]
Macon Georgia Film & Video Festival 2007 - Honorable Mention: Animation
Design Expo Raleigh 2007
School of Communication Arts: "Brand New Board" [Director, Art Director]
Carborro Film Festival 2006
Design Expo Raleigh 2007
School of Communication Arts: "Crease" [Director, Art Director]
Carborro Film Festival 2006
Design Expo Raleigh 2007
School of Communication Arts: "Granny's Walker" [Director]
School of Communication Arts: "Desserted" [Director] |
CURRICULUM VITAE ----------
04/08 06/08
AM106 ( Digital Animation II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for modeling and UV mapping.
Software: Autodesk Maya 2008, Adobe Photoshop CS3.
Class roster of 7 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM175 ( Story Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Comprehensive overview of story and preproduction.
Software: Pencil & Paper.
Class roster of 11 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AF114 ( Character Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Character design and Maquette sculpting.
Software: Super Sculpey, Acrylic Painting.
Class roster of 7 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM200 ( Animation Portfolio ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Expanding the student's portfolio of work.
Software: Autodesk Maya 2008, Adobe Photoshop CS3.
Class roster of 8 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
01/08 03/08
AM106 ( Digital Animation II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for modeling and UV mapping.
Software: Autodesk Maya 2008, Adobe Photoshop CS3.
Class roster of 11 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM175 ( Story Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Comprehensive overview of story and preproduction.
Software: Pencil & Paper.
Class roster of 5 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AF114 ( Character Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Character design and Maquette sculpting.
Software: Super Sculpey, Acrylic Painting.
Class roster of 13 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM192 ( Animation Production Studio III ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Group project, simulation of real world work environment.
Software: Alias Maya 2008, Adobe Photoshop CS3.
Class roster of 11 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
09/07 12/07
AM175 ( Story Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Comprehensive overview of story and preproduction.
Software: Pencil & Paper.
Class roster of 2 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM192 ( Animation Production Studio III ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Group project, simulation of real world work environment.
Software: Autodesk Maya 8.5, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 12 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
MG002 ( FX Motion Graphics II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Refining and advanced exercises used to direct development of polished demo reels.
Software: Adobe After Effects 6.5.
Class roster of 3 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
06/07 09/07
AM101 ( Digital Animation I ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Introduction to 3D Animation.
Software: Autodesk Maya 8.5, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 3 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AF114 ( Character Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Character design and Maquette sculpting.
Software: Super Sculpey, Acrylic Painting.
Class roster of 5 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM106 ( Digital Animation II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for modeling and UV mapping.
Software: Autodesk Maya 8.5, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 6 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM175 ( Story Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Comprehensive overview of story and preproduction.
Software: Pencil & Paper.
Class roster of 5 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM175 ( Story Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Comprehensive overview of story and preproduction.
Software: Pencil & Paper.
Class roster of 7 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
04/07 06/07
AM175 ( Story Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Comprehensive overview of story and preproduction.
Software: Pencil & Paper.
Class roster of 13 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM175 ( Story Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Comprehensive overview of story and preproduction.
Software: Pencil & Paper.
Class roster of 8 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM106 ( Digital Animation II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for modeling and UV mapping.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 9 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM192 ( Animation Production Studio III ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Group project, simulation of real world work environment.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 10 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
01/07 03/07
AM101 ( Digital Animation I ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Introduction to 3D Animation.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 15 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM106 ( Digital Animation II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for modeling and UV mapping.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 11 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM106 ( Digital Animation II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for modeling and UV mapping.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 10 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM192 ( Animation Production Studio III ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Group project, simulation of real world work environment.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 13 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
09/06 12/06
AM101 ( Digital Animation I ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Introduction to 3D Animation.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 10 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM106 ( Digital Animation II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for modeling and UV mapping.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 5 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM192 ( Animation Production Studio III ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Group project, simulation of real world work environment.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 16 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AF114 ( Character Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Character design and Maquette sculpting.
Software: Super Sculpey, Acrylic Painting.
Class roster of 6 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AD102 ( Color Construction ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Introduction to Color Theory and Photoshop.
Software: Adobe Photoshop CS2.
Class roster of 14 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
06/06 09/06
AM101 ( Digital Animation I ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Introduction to 3D Animation.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS.
Class roster of 8 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM106 ( Digital Animation II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for modeling and UV mapping.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS.
Class roster of 14 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM192 ( Animation Production Studio III ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Group project, simulation of real world work environment.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS.
Class roster of 4 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM192 ( Animation Production Studio III ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Group project, simulation of real world work environment.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS.
Class roster of 6 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
04/06 06/06
AM101 ( Digital Animation I ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Introduction to 3D Animation.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS.
Class roster of 12 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM175 ( Story Development ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Comprehensive overview of story and preproduction.
Software: Pencil & Paper.
Class roster of 14 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM200 ( Animation Portfolio ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Expanding the student's portfolio of work.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS.
Class roster of 13 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM107 ( Advanced Digital Animation III ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for character rigging and binding.
Software Alias Maya 7.0.
Class roster of 10 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
01/06 03/06
AM101 ( Digital Animation I ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Introduction to 3D Animation.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0.
Class roster of 10 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM191 ( Animation Production Studio II ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Group project, simulation of real world work environment.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS.
Class roster of 18 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
AM107 ( Advanced Digital Animation III ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Advanced concepts for character rigging and binding.
Software: Alias Maya 7.0.
Class roster of 14 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
MG001 ( FX Motion Graphic I ) School of Communication Arts, Raleigh NC, 27614
Compositing software in a production studio environment.
Software Adobe After Effects 6.5.
Class roster of 5 Students.
Design assignments and curriculum as needed for the class.
GAD333 ( Advanced Character Animation ) Art Institute Online, Offsite
Compositing software in a production studio environment.
Software 3D Studio Max.
Class roster of 12 Students.
Instructed class online through forum like discussion areas.
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