2+
Years of Experience
2+
Client
12+
Projects
Hi, I am Ben
I am a highly inquisitive and enthusiastic, with a keen eye for detail, knowledge of Animation practices, and pipelines within creative projects. I am able to multitask and priorities to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and am proficient in using industry standard animation tools. I am an effective communicator and thrive when working as part of a team and as an individual. I have a positive attitude and a passion for staying up-to-date with the latest animation technology and methodologies. I am eager to take on a role where I can utilise my skills, develop them and learn new skills through experience, employment and training.
Creative Skills
2D & 3D Animating - knowledge of the principles of animation
Soft and hard modelling & basic texturing
bacic rigging
Camera animation - knowledge of cinematography
Basic Simulated Lighting
Technical Skills
Comprehensive Autodesk Maya, Knowledge methodologies of the 3D Animation Pipeline, Adobe Suite - (Ps, Pr, Ae)
Intermodiate
Tv paint, Blender, Unreal, Editing Motion Capturres
Begininer
Z Brush
Key Skills
Excellent attention to detail
High standards
Team Player
Excellent time management and Organisational skills
Presentation skills
Imaginative problem solving
Leadership
Communicational
Listening skills
Energetic and enthusiastic
Awareness of body language
Qualification
2023: ianimate Course, Feature Workshop 3 - Advance Body Mechanics & Pantomime Acting
2023: ianimate Course, Feature Workshop 2 - Body Mechanics
2022: Animawarrior courses
- Snappy Run Workshop
- Conquering the Tower of Polish Workshop
- Finding the shot through rhythm Workshop
- Creature Animation Workshop
2021: BA (Hons) Animation, Leeds Arts University - 2i
Specialism - 3D Animation
2018: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Visual Communication, Dewsbury College of Art (Distinction - D*D*D).
2014: 8 GCSE grade A to C including Maths and English
WORK EXPERIENCES
Impluse Studio
- Director, Producer, Writer and Animator
June 14 to Current
Self directored projects
Early stage animation project starter working on develop of Short 3D animated film.
Short Film Projects Name
'Distress Call' still in development
'Tail of Two Hearts' Writing
Creative Roles
Kirklees TV - Freelance 3D Environment design (Freelance)
June 8 to September 15
Creative Responsibilities:
- Creating 2D concept designs from a provided brief
- Modelling / Sculpting 3D environments
- Texturing assets and environment population
- Simulated dome, directional and area lighting
- Working to deadlines and efficient time management to deliver the project on time
- Devising creative solutions to solve complex problems
- Providing production support post-release to ensure the best outcome for the project
- Tweaking the 3D backgrounds to the clients specification
- Adapting to different workflows and creating a bespoke workflows by structuring my thoughts, which allows me the ability to think bigger to help myself schedule and create better detail for the project for the client.
Meteorite Media - 3D Cinematic Design (Freelance)
(November 2021 to April 2022 (6 months))
Creative Responsibilities:
- Working across the whole animation pipeline from storyboarding to final implementation.
- Bespoke character and creature performance-based animation using hand key
- Cinematic camera placement and animation
- Working with game assets and organising files to ensure a structured workflow.
- Rendering scenes for review and feedback using sync sketch
Professional Role
Cineworld - Team Member
(September 15 to Currrent)
Responsibilities:
Deliver exceptional customer service to 50+ customers per shift during peak times and Dealing with Large Groups of People
Memorised over 25+ different menus and combinations to help guide customers
Food Handling and Stock Control
Manage the POS system per hour with zero errors and computer systems and Cash Handling
High cleanliness and Maintains standards
Addressing and Resolving Complaints
Induction and Training of Team Members
Coaching Team Members
Monitoring Compliance and Maintaining Standards
KAL Catering Assistant & Cleaner
(September 2018 to Current)
Responsibilities:
- Onboarded & delivered exceptional customer service to 50+customers per shift during peak times
- Memorised over 15+ different menu items and helped guide customers
- Managed the POS system per hour with zero errors.
- Helped to train 20+ new staff to use the technical and practical systems
- Organising all areas and maintaining a higher-level cleanliness standard
- Delivering excellent quality service and presentation to 50+ customer food orders during peak times
- Trained and Manage over 25+ people to work quickly and effectively to finish tasks promptly
VOLUNTEER WORK
Summer Play Camp (Volunteer)
(July to August 2016 to 2022) summer time period
Responsibilities:
- Setting up exercises, leading and Supporting the team to keep the kids enthusiastic and involved so the activities can run smoothly and successfully.
- Assisting the lead health and safety and maintenance technician with tasks.
- Kitchen support and Serving
- Supporting young people aged 9-12
- Enhanced DBS - Completed training in safeguarding, health and safety, fire safety, manual handling and first aid