Dean Thomas

572 Verona Place
North Vancouver, B.C., Canada
V7N 3A3
Phone 778-340-5556
E-mail Dean@darktidedesigns.com

Objective

To obtain employment within the video game industry as a 3D Modeller or Environmental Artist

Work experience

2007-08
               
Snappy Games Inc
                Lead Artist
                    • Led art team in development of new IP
                    • Scripted event in engine
                    • Worked with engineering team in development of game engine
2006   
                Bricklayer Developers
                3D Modeller
                    • Creating 3D models for the independently developed PC game, Fountaindale

2004-05  

                The Centre, Kelowna, B.C.
                Environmental Artist/Level Designer
                    • Designed, built, and implemented 2 levels for the 3rd party modification “Octane                           Overdrive”
2002      

               Shaw Cable Systems, Kelowna, B.C.
               Inside Sales Representative
                    • Sold cable and cable internet to Shaw customers.

1997-2004

                Dr Specs Optical, Kelowna, B.C.
                Lead Lab Technician, Head of IT
                    • In charge of day to day running of a high output optical laboratory. Was
                      also responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all computer systems for
                      the company.

Education

2005-2006        

                The Centre, Kelowna, B.C.

                Diploma Game Art & Animation Production
                      • Development more in depth 3D animation skills as well as production skills for                                 3D animation and video game design

2004-2005        

                The Centre, Kelowna, B.C.
                 Certificate Game Art & Animation Foundation
                         • Studied 3D art and animation for the gaming industry.
                         • Trained in digital film production and editing.
                         • Trained in graphic design and implementation.

1993-1995         George Pringle Secondary, Westbank, B.C.
                           High school Diploma

1990-1993         Handsworth Secondary, North Vancouver, B.C.

Skills

- Proficient in 3D computer animation, Graphic Design, and print layouts.
- Experience in sales as well as technical support for PC platforms.
- Proficient in computer maintenance and upkeep.
- Proficient in XSI, Photoshop, Premier, Flash, Hammer, UnrealEdit

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