ABout Me
I am a technical Visual Effects artist experienced in creating procedural models and animations in Houdini. I enjoy building tools for artists that simplify technical and arduous tasks into easy-to-use packages. Likewise, I find it incredibly rewarding to teach and help others in any field I have experience in.
Experience
2023-2023
Electric Theatre Collective
London, UK
Houdini TD Internship
This opportunity allowed me to immerse myself in the VFX industry's practices and pipelines. I focused on creating procedural effects, pipeline tools, and models, gaining valuable insights into advanced techniques from working alongside highly skilled professionals. During my internship as a Houdini Technical Director at Electric Theatre Collective, I contributed to the John Lewis Christmas advert, a highlight of my experience.
2019-2020
Tech Futures
El Cerrito, CA
Computer Science Teacher's Assistant
Provided training sessions, teaching beginner and advanced students programming with python.
I also performed class admin tasks like grading, logistics, and coordinating communications, freeing up the instructor to focus more on teaching.
Education
2024-2025
University of Bournemouth
Bournemouth,
UK
MSc Computer Animation & Visual Effects
With this course I hope to push my existing skills even further, aiming to delve deeper into advanced technical concepts such as low level programming, computer graphics, simulation, and tool building.
2019-2024
University of Hertforshire
Hatfield, UK
BA 3D Animation and Visual Effects
Specialized in an extensive array of visual effects concepts, focusing on tool development and procedural technical art to enhance efficiency and creativity in VFX projects.
Our team's second-year film project was distinguished as a Rookies Finalist, currently finalizing our third-year film, aiming to surpass previous achievements by implementing advanced procedural techniques and custom toolsets.
Technologies
Houdini
Python
Java
Nuke
Photoshop
Maya
Zbrush
Mari
Solaris
USD
Karma
Vex
Qt
Linux
Bash
Docker
Personal skills
Communication
Teamwork
Professionalism
Logical Thinking
Enthusiastic Teacher
Persistence