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Mark E. Thompson

1911 Hilfiker Lane #18 Eureka, CA 95501

(530)520-5283

mnmthompson@comcast.net

Animator


Profile
·     Educated with an emphasis in Animation and a minor in video game design

·     Direct experience in 3D animation and 2D sprite animation

·     Contributed to collaborative indie game design

·     Extensive working knowledge in using Photoshop, Maya, and Mudbox

·     Familiar with Modeling Character and Environment design and  process

·     Familiar with Character Rigging design and process

·     Participating concept artist at Chico State Game Studios

·     Leadership experience directing groups of artist, with varying talents, towards a common goal or project
.   Ability to train and assist others in various programs previously  mentioned



Synopsis of Achievements
   
·     Chico State Game Studios Art Director, Fall 2013
·     Chico State Game Studios Concept Artist Team Lead, Fall 2013
·     Dean’s Honor Roll List, Fall 2013
·     Dean’s Honor Roll List, Spring 2013
·     Dean’s Honor Roll List, Fall 2012
·     2014 First Place Award in Applied Computer Graphics(Digital Animation)
.   2012 First Place Award in Applied Computer Graphics(Digital Art)
·     CSU, Chico graduating GPA of 3.5

Education

CSU Chico, Chico, CA

Bachelors of Science: Applied Computer Graphics, Cum Laude

Minor: Video Game Design
2013

Butte Community College, Oroville, CA
2011

Associate of Arts: Graphic Design
Associate of Arts: University Studies
Associate of Arts: Social and Behavioral Sciences

Experience

Chico State Game Studios, Chico, CA

2013
Art Director
·     Work with Lead Game Designer in conceptualization and implementation of art styles.
·     Structure and oversee the progression of concept art team.
·     Work closely with each concept artist with design and technique.



Chico State Game Studios, Chico, CA
Concept Art Team Lead
·     Teach concepts to better increase the workflow and design principles of team members.
·     Help and encourage others with less experience in software and digital painting.
2013


Chico State Game Studios, Chico, CA
Co-Lead, Super Old Bros.
·     Game Design, Art, Animation, Level Design, Sound, Documenting. 
Super Old Bros. 

2012-2013

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