matt johnson

* Animation Creation * Cut shot sequences to different angles at specific points in scenes, making each individual cut as fluid and seamless as possible. * Selected and combined the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story. * Marked frames where a particular shot or piece of sound is to begin or end. * Verified key numbers and time codes on materials. * Organized and strung together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or the instructions of directors and producers.

* Processed, stamped and delivered mail * Used UPS data base to input information to send and track shipments * Produce copies and handled faxes from diverse areas of the school

* Flash Customization/Animator * Designed complex graphics and animation, using independent judgment, creativity, and computer equipment. * Created two-dimensional and three-dimensional images depicting objects in motion or illustrating a process, using computer animation or modeling programs. * Made objects or characters appear lifelike by manipulating light, color, texture, shadow, and transparency, or manipulating static images to give the illusion of motion. * Applied story development, directing, cinematography, and editing to animation to create storyboards that show the flow of the animation and map out key scenes and characters. * Scripted, planned, and created animated narrative sequences under tight deadlines, using computer software and hand drawing techniques.

* Used materials such as pens and ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, or computer software to create artwork. * Integrated and developed visual elements, such as line, space, mass, color, and perspective, in order to produce desired effects such as the illustration of ideas, emotions, or moods. * Conferred with clients, editors, writers, art directors, and other interested parties regarding the nature and content of artwork to be produced. * Submitted preliminary or finished artwork or project plans to clients for approval, incorporating changes as necessary. * Monitored events, trends, and other circumstances, researched specific subject areas, attended art exhibitions, and read art publications in order to develop ideas and keep current on art world activities.

* Answered customers' questions about merchandise and advised customers on merchandise selection. * Itemized and totaled customer merchandise selection at checkout counter, using cash register, and accepted cash or charge card for purchases. * Stocked shelves, racks, cases, bins, and tables with new or transferred merchandise. * Received, opened, unpacked and issued sales floor merchandise. * Cleaned display cases, shelves, and aisles.

Animator at Synermatix Studios

Activities and Societies: 2007, Mythos Cinematic team at AICLA Santa Monica, Assistant Director/ Animator. 2007, President of BAMF!!! A comic club at AICLA, Organized a comic book club. Penciler/ Inker of “Shadow of the Roc” Still in progress