Hello, my name is Mike and I graduated from the University of Arizona in August 2005 with a Bachelors’ of Art in Media Art and a Minor in Business Administration. Since then I have helped build branding in the Digital Signage and Health and Wellness industries.
Recently I decided that it would be awesome to get involved in the dark side of computer graphics, known as programming. So I have been continuing my education by taking Computer Science courses at Arizona State University. Although I still love art, graphics and animation, I am now building on them by embracing my technical side.
I currently reside in Phoenix, Arizona where it is ridiculously hot during the summer but its nice the rest of the year. I love to travel, go on adventures and take photos every few steps along the way. You can often find me in coffee shops with a chai tea latte in-hand or at small music venues.
If you would like to learn more about me, you can download my resumé (.pdf) or just keep reading.
Programming Languages
C, C++, Java, HTML/CSS
Platforms
Windows, OSX, Unix/Linux, Android
Work Experience
Vemma Nutrition, Inc., Independent Contractor / Video Editor, 2008 – present
Responsible for all aspects of HD video production and motion graphics animation for product promotions, social media, planning and support video for yearly conventions and weekly video productions and video blogs.
DynaTek Media Corp., Motion Graphics Animator, 2006 – 2010
Responsible for motion graphics, 3D animation and compositing using Maya, Adobe Creative Suite and Apple Final Cut Studio.
Arizona State Legislature, Legislative Broadcast Intern, 2005
Responsible for controlling and switching live daily broadcasts using remote-controlled cameras. Created segments summarizing legislature for state-wide broadcasting on Legislative Weekly which involved conducting, producing and editing interviews with state lawmakers.
SunQuest Information Systems, Student Intern. 1999
Connected to remote UNIX systems in order to prepare them for software updates.
Skills
Motion Graphics creation, video editing and DVD authoring using After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and Apple Final Cut Studio
Working knowledge of 3D modeling, tracking and animation using Maya, Boujou, ZBrush and Unity
Education
Arizona State University, 2011 – present
Currently enrolled in Junior-level Computer Science classes in order to pursue a Masters in Computer Science
University of Arizona, Graduated in 2005
Bachelors of Arts in Media Arts with a Minor in Business Administration
Achievements and Activities
AVNET Tech Games, Team Programmer, 2010
Assisted in building and programming a Robot Race Obstacle Course using LEGO Mindstorm NXT 2.0
University of Arizona Blue Chip Program, 1999 – 2005
Developed leadership, diversity awareness, communication and team-building skills
KUAT Multimedia, Production Intern, 2004
Independent studio and field production, camera work and post production for local Tucson broadcasts
Media Arts Production Club, Treasurer, 2003 – 2004
Responsible for club funds and equipment. Assisted production of several short videos