Animator / Digital Media Artist

Michael Dibs

Petaluma, CA

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I create 2D and 3D graphics and animations for video games, websites, and films, and love working on exciting projects with passionate people! I currently work as a Motion Graphic Artist at Apple; our team's animations are all over their website , the Apple Store App, and social media.

My motto: Be happy, be open, and enjoy the task at hand. I give every project 100% of my effort and attention so that I can get as much out of it as I put in. I try hard to see the best in every situation and strive to always make a positive impact on those around me.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Film and Digital Media, Digital Media Production Concentration
  
  University of California, Santa Cruz
  
  2012 - 2014
  
  Studied Film and Digital Media, with a concentration in production and an emphasis in Digital Media. Main focus in Animation, collected extensive knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, Flash, After Effects, Illustrator, Blender, 3D Studio Max, Maya, and Audacity. Worked alongside Computer Science, Game Design majors as a 3D Artist and Art Director. Awarded Porter College Student of the Year 2014. Received Special Recognition for Senior Thesis. Graduated in 2014 Magna Cum Laude with Honors in the Major.
- IGETC Transfer Certificate 3D Modeling and Animation
  
  Santa Rosa Junior College
  
  2010 - 2013
  
  Transferred to the University of California, Santa Cruz with IGETC certification of transfer. Performed as first chair alto saxophonist in SRJC's Symphonic Band & Wind Symphony for 2010-12. Returned to SRJC in summer of 2013 to brush up on 3D skills through a 3D Modeling and Animation course.
- Sonoma State University
  
  2010 - 2012
  
  Performed as first chair alto saxophonist in Sonoma State University's Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, and several other Classical Combos.
- High School Diploma General Education
  
  Casa Grande High School
  
  2006 - 2010
  
  3 years of 3D Animation, 1 year of Motion Graphic Design. Symphonic Band saxophone section leader, Command Performance at Bay Section Solo & Ensemble Festival, Gold Rating at California State Solo & Ensemble Festival, participant in 2012 Northern California Honor Band.
Experience
- Senior Motion Graphic Artist
  
  Apple
  
  Sunnyvale, CA
  
  Jan 2017 - Present (7 years 11 months)
  
  - Prototyped with designers, produced animation assets, & implemented videos with developers
  - Compressed videos with highest quality and lowest file size possible
  - Lead motion graphic artist for iPhone 8 + iPhone X website animations; prototyping, implementation, and production
- Freelance Digital Media Artist / Animator
  
  Self Employed
  
  Jan 2014 - Present (10 years 11 months)
  
  - Create short animations with After Effects and 3DS Max
  - Draw & paint detailed, clean 2D assets (vector and bitmap) using Wacom tablet
  - Model courtroom-quality 3D assets using 3DS Max, low-poly for Unity and high-poly for short films
  - Convert and optimize project and asset file formats / sizes to suit program of use
- Motion Graphic Production Artist
  
  Apple
  
  Sunnyvale, CA
  
  Aug 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years 4 months)
- 3D Modeler / Architect
  
  Hacksaw Games
  
  Dec 2013 - Jun 2014 (6 months)
  
  Conceptualized and modeled 3D assets for Intrigue, an online multiplayer competitive stealth game.
  
  - Designed the main mansion layout, exterior, and interior that is used as the setting of the game
  - Worked with game developers side-by-side to coordinate and prioritize tasks
  - Created sculpture-like models based on parametric design principles
  - Modeled numerous assets optimized for Unity
- Freelance Computer Technician
  
  Self-Employed
  
  Oct 2006 - Oct 2013 (7 years)
  
  - Built, customized, and upgraded desktops and laptops
  - Set up and troubleshooted computers, printers, input devices, and networks (routers, modems, switches, ethernet cables, etc.)
  - Developed special expertise in troubleshooting Microsoft Windows
- Easy Tech Associate
  
  Staples
  
  Jun 2012 - Sep 2013 (1 year 3 months)
  
  - Provided technical solutions to customers
  - Diagnosed and fixed personal computer issues
  - Sold technology products & services
  - Organized and stocked inventory
  - Kept knowledge and certifications up-to-date for new technology products
- Tech Support / Safari Guide
  
  Expedition Island
  
  Sep 2010 - Feb 2012 (1 year 5 months)
  
  - Produced solutions for computer, printer, network, and other technical issues
  - Trained new employees, presented customers with harness equipment and demonstrated safe usage
  - Guided customers through Island, assisting on rock walls, zip lines, bridge, and rope swings
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