Broad based skill set, both technically and artistically. Focussed in all aspects of animation.
Particular strengths in animation directing, character and creature animation.
Strongly imaginative with the ability to inject humour into projects, giving the work a distinctive and clear relationship with the narrative around any tight deadlines.
Previous experience in all stages of character modelling, rigging and animation, resulting in a thorough knowledge and understanding of the technical side, to run in parallel with the creative aspects.
Reliable performance under pressure and a strong work ethic to complete work to the highest standard on time and within budget.
Very comfortable dealing with clients an agencies directly, and on behalf of the company.
Currently Lead Animator at Aardman, creating all cinematics for the Chicken Run 2 Eggstraction from the original script to final, as well as supervising the in game animation. As well as voice directing the acting talent from the orginal film.
Open to new short or long form opportunities throughout the year!
Technical
Excellent MAYA (15+ years)
Experienced Photoshop, Layout
Familiar 3DS MAX, Cinema 4D, XSI. Unity
Modo, After Effects, Premier, 3D Equiliser, Boujou, Quixel
Mocap cleanup and use, MEL scripting for animation and Renderman for Maya
Learning On going!

