Peter E. Dora
846 W. Montrose Ave. #504  ~ Chicago, IL 60613
pete@peterdora.com ~ 317.610.6616
www.peterdora.com
Objective

To grow and expand my abilities through continued work and freelance opportunities.

Computer Graphics Skills

Extensive knowledge of Graphic Art, 3D Computer Animation, Lighting and Rendering, 3D Modeling/Animation, Vector and Raster Imaging, and Visual Design and Communication.
Working knowledge of Internet Application development and Microsoft Office software.

Education

Purdue University | West Lafayette, IN    2002-2006
Bachelor of Science in Computer Graphics Technology    May 2006
 
Work Experience

WMS Gaming Inc. | Chicago, IL     January 2009-Current
Artist
Responsible for creating artwork from concept to final for a variety of games and styles

Freelance Work | Chicago, IL     May 2008-January 2009
Graphic Artist
Website design for marketing company
Logo concept, development, and illustration for various companies and organizations
Worked on a variety of vector illustrations ranging from logo recreation to original designs for products

Creative Dynamics Studio | Elk Grove Village, IL     Freelance May2008
Animator/Designer
Video animation using Adobe After Effects
Digitizing using Final Cut Pro
Grip for video production

American Structurepoint Inc. | Indianapolis, IN     November 2006-April 2008
Graphics Technician
Create 3D stills and animations for clients providing a virtual tour of a prospective project using 3DS Max and Sketch Up. (Such as creating a new bridge for a city)
Responsible for the majority of all graphics work within an engineering firm using Photoshop, 3DS Max, Flash Adobe Premier, Sketch Up, and Auto CAD.
Accountable for creating site development materials, such as taking plans all the way from rough ideas to detailed drawings, artist renders, and intricate 3D images.


Relevant Computer Graphics courses attended at Purdue University

Computer Animation
3D Modeling and animation using 3D packages such as 3DS Max and Maya
Original animation production using Maya for modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation
Vector & Raster Imaging
Vector/Raster Graphics creation using  software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, & Macromedia products such as Freehand and Flash
Animation of a short story, website, and video game using raster graphics
Visual Design and Communication
Use of Design Elements to express design and communication through Vector Media
Digital Video
Editing and Manipulation of digital video using programs such as Adobe After Effects and Final Cut Pro
Integration of 3D content with digital video