Roger Ridley

1223 Mariner Dr Apt. F San Francisco CA, 94130

(925) 497-5587▪ RidleyFX@yahoo.com

Objective

I'm seeking an internship in a 3D effects company to expand my knowledge while becoming a creative and productive team member.

Qualifications

Qualified in both Macintosh OS X and Microsoft Platforms.  Well versed in latest software packages including Maya, Photoshop, ZBrush, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Office and Dreamweaver.  Knowledgeable in Modeling (hard surface and organic), displacement maps, lighting, texturing, animating (2D/3D), compositing and illustration.  Also knowledgeable in sculpting, conceptual design and photography.

Education

 BFA in Animation and Visual Effects, Modeling emphasis

 Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA GPA 3.5

 

 
Film Experience
'05-'06

Environment Modeler, Animated Short Film, "WORM",( on reel)
- Modeled and textured environment assets for short film
- Participated as a render wrangler utilizing Academy of Art University facility
- Short film was nationally broadcast by the Academy of Art University and
featured in 3D Total's, Digital Art Masters book, as well as the upcoming
Maya 8 Book: The Complete Reference.

Employment
02-'06

Design Associate, Expo Design Center
- Design, order and install indoor and outdoor decor
- One-on-one customers service at site of installation

 
'02-'04

Design Associate, Expo Design Center
- Design, order and install indoor and outdoor decor
- One-on-one customers service at site of installation

 
97-'02

Missile Maintenance Technician, United States Air Force
- Thermo nuclear intercontinental ballistic missile "Minute Man 3"
  Assembled, maintained and transported
- Designed insignia and patches for uniforms for missile launches

 
'96-'97

Assistant Producer, Altec Video, Riverside, CA
- Pre-planned shots and scripts
- Assisted with photography

     
  '92-'97

Executive Producer, Access Video, Riverside, CA
- Graphic artist for transitions and titles
- Filmed video footage on site as well as in the studio