Michael J.

I am an imaginative and versatile artist, with many years of experience. A varied skill set has enabled me to work proficiently on a wide range of creative projects for various industries, including entertainment, advertising, interior design and publishing. A deep understanding of visual language and design concepts coupled with a committed and focused work ethic have made me a valuable asset for both large and small businesses and for independent studios. Regarding programs and applications, I am an advanced user of the entire Adobe suite and am also adept at using 3D programs such as Sketchup, Maya and Zbrush, and have experience using and creating for game engines and pipelines. I understand the importance of scope management and adjust accordingly to the project at hand, whilst retaining a strong creative vision and aesthetic. My main skills include: - Concept art, characters, environments and props. - Character and environmental design. - Illustration, realistic, abstract or stylized. - Story boarding. - 3D modelling. - Vector art. - Matte Paintings. - Digital Art. - Video Art. - Animation. - Photo manipulation and retouching. - Video Editing and production. - Audio editing and production - Photo montage. - Info-graphics. - Covers. - Logo design and branding. - Titles. - Project management.