Daniel Vaz 3D/2D Artist
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SKILLS
Maya, 3D Studio Max, Zbrush, Mental Ray, Vray, Photoshop, After Effects, Indesign, Illustrator, Premiere
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Modeling/Sculpting, Retopology, texturing/shading, rigging, lighting, animating, rendering and compositing CG Scenes/Objects
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2D motion graphics in Adobe After Effects
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Graphic Design, Video editing, and post production
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Ability to estimate time needed to complete tasks and manage priorities to meet deadlines
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Maintaining a productive workflow for maximum efficiency
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Extremely strong work ethic
WORK EXPERIENCE
June 2013- present
3D Artist/ 2D Motion Graphic Artist, BarNet Digital
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Responsible for planning, modeling, texturing/shading, lighting, rendering and compositing 3D Logos for nightlife establishments across Canada; i.e clubs, bars, lounges, restaurants.
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Responsible for creating 4-5 motion graphic ads a day to be displayed on television screens within nightlife establishments across Canada
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Self-manage priorities to meet strict deadlines
January 2012-present
3D/2D Artist, Freelance Independent Work
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Lead Graphic Designer for "Pauls Bootcamp"
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Worked closely with 3D Artists to produce environments/assets for the game “Insomnia”
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Modeled, textured and animated 3D elements for Gino's Pizza TV Spot: “Slice and Dice to Win” contest
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Modeled, textured and animated 3D elements in the independent film “Dark Fist”
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Worked with the team to meet deadlines
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Self-managed priorities to meet deadlines
November 2011 – August 2012
Creative 3D Associate, Bell Professional Management Program
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Utilized industry leading CG Tools to create realistic 3D models, characters, environments and animations which contributed to promote the Professional Management Program
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Worked closely with the Art Director to plan and execute marketing strategies for the Professional Management program
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Planned, modeled, textured, lit, rendered ten departmental tours bringing them to the final stages of completion which would later be used as an interactive map on touchscreen TVs within BELL
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Worked on the PMP Valentine’s campaign with specific emphasis on the animation of various scenes
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Participated in storyboarding, and writing background stories of BELL characters which would be implemented into future animations
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Conducted a 10 person workshop on advanced texturing/shading in Maya
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Worked with Graphic Designers, Videographers, and Media Communication Associates on several projects
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Actively contributed to team dynamics and was an integral part of the 3D team, quickly adapting to the PMP Program’s corporate structure
EDUCATION
Institution: Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
Achievement: 3D for Production – Game Art and Design Post-Graduate Diploma
Dates: September 2010 – September 2011
Institution: Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
Achievement: Multimedia 3D Animation Diploma
Dates: September 2008 – May 2010
AWARDS
Awarded By: Bell Professional Management Program (PMP)
Award: Bell Mobility H2O High Octane Award
Description: Awarded for outstanding performance and high productivity.
Date: June 2012
Awarded By: Bell Professional Management Program (PMP)
Award: Platinum Level - Certificate of Recognition
Description: Demonstration of commitment to the Bell PMP program by achieving over 1400 hours of work – a tier that is achieved by only a fraction of Bell Associates.
Date: May 2012