+resume

My resume is available for download in either PDF or Word format:

PDF:Chris_Drysdale_Resume2011.pdf

Word:Chris_Drysdale_Resume2011.doc

 
At a glance:
Objectives: My primary objective is to communicate unique and compelling design concepts as part of a dynamic and creative team.


Skills: Design drawing and iterative concept development, marker sketching, 3D CAD visualization, visual presentation.


Professional Experience:

Freelance Concept Artist (Jan2009-present)


+Most recently (March-May 2011) I have produced a number of environment, creature, and prop designs for Wayford Technologies' "Centipede: Infestation". I also contributed to the box-cover artwork layout and background painting.


+Created early pre-production/pitch illustrations for several projects for Novalogic and Double Helix.


+Contributed mechanical concepts and matte work to a sci-fi community film project directed by Ashley Wing and currently underway at FXHome.com.



Concept Artist, Left Field Productions (Mar2008-Jan2009)


+Created storyboards, logotypes, production concept art, and presentation artwork in a diversity of styles for one shipped title and one unreleased project, as well as 9 unique pitch projects.

+Successfully worked with art director and other artists to establish and develop distinct visual styles.


Education: Bachelor of Design; Industrial Design, University of Alberta (2002-2007)

Awards:

+Academic Excellence Entry Award (2002)

+Dean's Citation (2002)


Programs: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Rhinoceros 3/ Flamingo, 3D Studio Max 8.