MARLON SUTHERLAND
3D ARTIST
SUMMARY
Enthusiastic 3D ARTIST with experience in feature film and television production. My feature film experience includes Rango (Academy Award for Best Animated Feature), AstroBoy and Strange Magic.
I have worked at Industrial Light & Magic, LucasFilm, and Cartoon Network.
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Throughout my career, I have creatively designed and implemented lighting for assigned shots that achieves and improves the given art direction.
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I’m proficient in lighting various types of scenes, from simple to complex, while maintaining the continuity of the sequence. I have earned recognition for my attention to detail and ability to meet my assigned shot quota efficiently.
I interact well in collaborative environments, exchanging relevant information with supervisors and peers.
I consistently leverage my thorough understanding of composition, color, and contrast to unite various elements into compelling storytelling imagery.
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EDUCATION
Diploma: Digital Animation Production
Centennial College School of Communication, Media – Toronto, Canada
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Course: Lighting and Shading for Film Production
CGMA (CG Master Academy)
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Course: Hard Surface Modeling for Film
CGMA (CG Master Academy)
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Course: Lighting For Animation
Academy of Animated Art
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Course: Photorealistic Lighting
Academy of Animated Art
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Course: Compositing in Nuke
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SKILLS
Lighting
Compositing
Look Development
Texture Painting
General 3D
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Software used:
3D Packages :
Autodesk Maya, Autodesk Max, Katana
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Texture painting:
Substance Painter, Adobe Photoshop
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Compositing:
Nuke X, Adobe After Effects
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Renderers:
Renderman, Arnold Renderer, Keyshot
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OS:
Linux, UNIX
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