Resume


Summary

Imaginative animator and graphic artist specializing in character work. Strong design, development, and [character] acting skills. Studied with industry professionals at renowned institution in traditional animation, illustration, and game design. Experienced with various industry software including Adobe Photoshop, Flash, Illustrator, After Effects, and Dreamweaver; Digicel Flipbook; and AutoDesk Maya. Driven and dedicated team player or capable of working independently; prizing quality met with efficiency. Seeking a creative, professional working environment in which to contribute said attributes.

Professional Experience
Freelance Graphic Artist (2008 – Present)
Various Small Companies and Individuals
  • Designed and provided various promotional materials including logos, figureheads, illustrations and apparel designs.
Freelance Flash Animator (Jan 2011 – July 2011)
Primal Screen, Atlanta, Georgia
  • Toonix - Cartoon Network Latin America - July 2011
    • Cleanup and QA for various characters and effects

  • Electric Company on Prankster Planet - PBS - Jan-Mar 2011
    • Animated and tweened characters and effects using specialized Flash rigs.
    • Responsible for some cleanup of characters and effects.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (2009)
Savannah College of Art and Design
  • Additional studies included courses in life drawing, art history, color theory, sequential art, and acting and motion for animation.
Achievements
SCAD Honors Scholarship
Savannah College of Art and Design

Publications
  • The Art of Dia P. Hill; website, 2008 - Present
  • Various promotional elements; Army and Air force Exchange Services, 2008-2009
  • OTHS Panther; yearbook, O'Fallon Township High, 2003-2004
  • Panther Academy; monthly comic, O'Fallon Township High, 2002-2004
References
Available upon request.