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Erin Gavin: Art Director, Motion Graphic Designer, VFX Compositor, 2D/3D Animation Artist, Online Post Production Professional in Los Angeles, California

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Erin Gavin

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Art Director, Motion Graphic Designer, VFX Compositor, 2D/3D Animation Artist, Online Post Production Professional
Los Angeles | US
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  • On-Set VFX Supervision
  • Animation Design
  • Phone Etiquette
  • Leadership
  • Motion Design
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Image Marwar Junction Productions - Crayola

Marwar Junction Productions - Crayola

Graphic Designer / Pre-Viz Development | 04/2024 - 06/2024

• Utilized all four stages of praxis in collaboration with the VP of Development to create pre-viz graphics, title designs and key art for the development of a 'Crayola' Competition Series.
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Fox Corporation

Art Director / Creative Technology / Social Media | 08/2019 - 02/2024

• Collaborated with creative directors to develop design and animation concepts for a global media organization. • Produced engaging social media content to promote FOX television content across multiple platforms. • Assisted other art directors to manage deadlines and unexpected requests from the social team. • Executed After Effects animations for delivery to various social media platforms.
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Adavanza

Titles / Animation / Design | 01/2022 - 01/2024

• Developed a full show package for an AAPI based variety talk show featuring Jonathan Sposato for the JoySauce Network. - 45 Second Animated Title Open - Lower Thirds - Mortices - Guest Intro Animations - Bumpers - Bugs - Transition Elements
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Skyword

Conceptual Designer / Animator | 06/2022 - 09/2022

• Worked directly with the Marketing Director and Content Manager to develop an original look and experience for an internal marketing editorial video. - Corporate Logo Integration into a 3D Environmental Experience. - Short Form Editing. - Info Graphic Design.
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Marwar Junction Productions for AMC

Pitch Deck Design | 07/2022 - 08/2022

• Worked directly with the Vice President of Development at Marwar Junction Productions to design and develop a 40-page pitch deck for a Four-Part Limited Documentary Series.
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POOL PARTY CREATIVE

Graphics Consultant / Talent Sourcing | 05/2022 - 06/2022

• Worked with the Creative Director and Project Lead to help decipher client requests and to source appropriate talent for the development of character story boards for a popular video game.
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Big Fish Entertainment

Key Art Design | 10/2021 - 11/2021

• Developed main poster look and key art for a large overseas competition show.
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Netflix

Motion Graphic Designer | 07/2021 - 09/2021

• Motion graphic design for the Netflix Documentary 'Father'. - Document Animation Parallax Design.
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Fox Entertainment

Visual Effects Supervisor / Graphics Editor | 05/2021 - 07/2021

- 5 Episodes "Let's Be Real" is a satirical puppet series covering politics and pop culture through topical sketches, celebrity cameos and remote pieces. Created and Executive Produced by Robert Smigel and Directed by Bruce Leddy for Fox Alternative Entertainment. • Consulted with the Director to evaluate the best approach to capturing the live action green screen footage in a manner that would best suit the post production process. • Collaborated with the writers to flush out art direction for the graphics concepts that each script required. • Managed the stock footage requirements for the show and reported directly to clearance supervisors. • Sourced and Hired and Managed additional Designers and VFX Artists needed to meet deadlines. • Scheduled the development of graphics to meet episodic deadlines for air. • Took part in remote sessions to update graphic notes real-time and to answer any questions on timelines. • Worked with Assistant Editors to track and log each graphic and it's textless versions for end delivery.
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Original Productions

Creative Designer / Title Designer - Deadliest Catch: Bloodline | 01/2020 - 01/2021

- Original Productions 2020 (6 Episodes) - Deadliest Catch “Bloodline” Television Series for Discovery Network • Designed main show title and graphics package for the new spin-off of Deadliest Catch. • Developed maps, lower thirds, show titles, in-show effects, production tool-kits and conceptual ideas along side the show-runner and executive producers of Deadliest Catch.
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Love productions

VFX Compositor / Motion Designer | 05/2017 - 01/2020

• Visual Effects, Composing and Motion Design. • Created Title Animations and VFX Composites for multiple Television Shows for various Networks including Netflix, Amazon and History Channel. - Master And Apprentice - History Channel 2017 - Dead By Dawn - NatGeo 2017 - Westside - Netflix 2018 - Sergio Ramos - Amazon 2019 - Cakespear In The Park - Netflix 2020
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Anomaly Entertainment / Discovery Channel

Motion Designer / VFX Compositor - SharkWeek | 03/2019 - 07/2019

• Designed, Animated and Composited Cinematic Map Animations and Episodic Graphics for Discovery Channel's 'Shark Week' and 'Shadows of Death' for Discovery Networks. • Coordinated with producers to develop and execute high quality visual elements for broadcast. • Conceptualized alternative design concepts based on current direction. • Streamlined workflow for timely execution and adjust for changes in the scope of projects. • Used multiple software applications to develop high quality design and original looks.
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NFL Network

Lead Designer/Animator for NFL GameDay | 07/2017 - 02/2019

- NFL GameDay Morning (21 Episodes - Including Super Bowl LII) - NFL GameDay Prime (21 Episodes - Including Super Bowl LII) - NFL GameDay Highlights - NFL GameDay Live - Thursday Night Football 'TNF First Look' (12 Episodes) • Contributed my skill-set to the Network Graphics team at The NFL Network. • Executed requests from Graphics and Show Producers on schedule. • In-depth Cinema 4D project animation and composite exports for After Effects Compositing. • Graphic and Design support for all NFL Network shows at producer's request.
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Pilgrim Media Group

Designer / Animator at Pilgrim Studios | 03/2018 - 07/2018

Designer / Animator at Pilgrim Studios - Battlefish (Netflix) - 8 Episodes - Wicked Tuna (National Geographic) - 6 Episodes - Wicked Tuna Comps (National Geographic) - 13 Episodes - Wicked Tuna Outer Banks (National Geographic) - 11 Episodes - Wicked Tuna Outer Banks Comps (National Geographic) - 4 Episodes - Love At First Flight (Lifetime) - 9 Episodes - Heavy Hitters (Dev) - FIN (Documentary) (Dev) - Paranormal Live (Dev) - Spice World (Dev) • Worked directly with Executive Producer Mike Nichols to develop graphics for television. • 650+ renders • 6 Shows • 50 Episodes • 4 Pitch Decks
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Ignition Creative

Motion Designer | 05/2017 - 07/2017

- FOX Sports College Football and Basketball - Sony Cinema-con • Cinema 4D Animation • After Effects Compositing • Co-designed and developed a graphics toolkit package for FOX Sports. • Animated multiple Cinema 4D projects and set them up for multi-pass composite renders. • Composited multiple graphic comps and prepared them to be operator friendly for on-air engineers. • Worked closely with in-house producers and network executives to refine the project for final approvals. • Contributed as a member of a talented team to execute graphics for large platform events.
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Trance Designs

Motion Designer | 03/2017 - 05/2017

• Assisted in day to day finishing tasks. • Communicate and interact with other team members while proactively managing workflow. • Other responsibilities include animated graphics, updates and development.
Image Naked and Afraid - Renegade 83 Prod.

Naked and Afraid - Renegade 83 Prod.

Lead Motion Designer / Compositor | 11/2013 - 02/2017

- Naked and Afraid (Discovery) - 54 Episodes - Emmy Nominated Survival Series • Title Animation, Graphic design and Visual effects. • Directly interact with producers to develop, create, plan and execute graphics for delivery. • Provide visual effects and 3D design solutions for Renegade 83 television productions. • Rotoscope elements of shots using Mocha. • Composite elements for visual effects shots using After Effects. • Create seamless VFX using various blending techniques. • Render After Effects projects for use in Avid. • Manage workload efficiency in order to meet deadlines.
Image Naked and Afraid XL - Renegade 83 Prod.

Naked and Afraid XL - Renegade 83 Prod.

Lead Motion Designer / Compositor | 01/2015 - 02/2017

- Naked and Afraid XL (Discovery) - 20 Episodes - Emmy Nominated Survival Series • Create and develop original look, title log and 3D environmental maps for XL series extension. • Use multiple software applications to develop original 3D environmental map fly-thru animations. • Coordinate with producers, editors and design team to create and finalize assets for delivery.
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BuzzFeed

Visual Effects / Motion Graphics | 10/2016 - 11/2016

- Dunkin' Donuts (BuzzFeed) - 955,170 views - Advertisement for Dunkin' Donuts • Worked with nationwide team using remote collaborative platform. • Contributed to the project by using 3D motion tracking, rotoscoping and compositing techniques. - Citibank (BuzzFeed) - 951,292 views - Advertisement series for Citibank (Office Moments Literally Everyone Can Relate To) • Worked with producers and design team. • Contributed to the project by using rotoscoping, motion tracking and compositing techniques.
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Men Women Wild - Renegade 83 Prod.

Lead Motion Designer / 3D Generalist | 07/2015 - 12/2015

- Men Women Wild (Discovery) - 11 Episodes - Relationship Survival Series • Title design, graphic design, visual effects and 3D environment design for television series. • Worked directly with producers, network executives to spearhead graphic objectives. • Managed workload efficiency in order to meet deadlines.
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Godfather of Pittsburgh - Renegade 83 Prod.

Title Designer / Motion Designer | 08/2014 - 12/2014

- Godfather of Pittsburgh (A&E) - 9 Episodes - Reality Television Drama Series • Developed series title animation and graphics for all episodes. • Worked closely with producers and editors to execute daily updates and requests. • Provided online support for final asset delivery.
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Rival Survival - Renegade 83 Prod.

Motion Designer | 09/2014 - 10/2014

- Rival Survival (Discovery) - Television Movie - Network Television Survival Special • Participated in a team environment to create and execute original graphic content.
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Famous In 12 - Renegade 83 Prod.

Motion Designer | 05/2014 - 07/2014

- Famous In 12 (CW) - 5 Episodes - Reality Series / Social Experiment Starring Harvey Levin • Conceptualized original motion graphic elements for series. • Worked closely with online editor and producers to assure quality on-time asset delivery.
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"Nike Jordan CP3 'Don't Blink'​ Event"​ MKTG INC

Graphic Artist | 10/2013 - 11/2013

• Integrated and designed graphic elements for Nike Jordan CP3 'Don't Blink' event. • Coordinated with producers and creative managers. • Prepared complex mechanicals and packaged files for preflight in InDesign.
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Jungle to Jungle

VFX Supervisor / Motion Designer | 07/2013 - 10/2013

• Created media based on the vision of the creators for a children's educational television pilot. • Developed graphics using Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects and Cinema 4D. • Coordinated with other designers for finishing of graphics and final renders.
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Maker Studios Inc

Motion Graphic Designer | 08/2013 - 09/2013

• Create graphics packages for integrated and emerging media. • Animate motion graphic elements. • Coordinate with editors for timely delivery and quick turn around.
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Maker Studios Inc

Animation Intern | 06/2013 - 08/2013

• Designed and animated title cards for "Broken Quest" Series. • Composited various elements to scenes for "Broken Quest" Series. • Animated spites for video game app.
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MKTG INC

Graphic Artist | 07/2013 - 07/2013

• Integrated and designed graphic elements for Jordan Super Fly 2 'Lift Off With Blake Griffin' event. • Coordinated with producers and creative managers. • Prepared complex mechanicals and packaged files for preflight in InDesign.
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Globe / Dwindle Distribution

E-Commerce Manager | 06/2011 - 09/2012

Globe and Dwindle Distribution are a manufacturer and distributor skateboard footwear, hard goods and apparel. • Implemented marketing objectives for e-commerce business. • Managed on-line customer orders, site maintenance, and monthly reporting. • Managed all consumer warranty processes. • Maintained weekly and monthly rep reports for Globe and Dwindle. • Assisted with allocations, order picking, data entry. • Proficiency with AP21 Software and Excel.
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Desco Manufacturing Company, Inc.

Division Manager | 09/2009 - 05/2011

Desco Manufacturing is a dust free power tool manufacturing company specializing in the containment of hazardous coatings during removal and surface preparation equipment. • Directed and created marketing objectives such as catalogs, advertisements and product cut-sheets. • Planned production and maintain inventory levels based on production orders and forecasts. • Assisted in business development thru account analysis and recommendation. • Created bills of material and cost analysis reports for critical filter vacuum division.
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EG Enterprises

Marketing Manager | 01/2006 - 08/2009

EG Enterprises focused on promotional marketing, design and advertising for the action sport industry. • Worked with major action sport manufacturers and retailers. • Managed all aspects of development and manufacturer communications. • Negotiated costs in order to create a competitive edge. • Planned and led design conceptualization for marketing campaigns and branding initiatives.
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Flexx Marketing Inc.

Account Executive | 10/2004 - 12/2006

Flexx is a promotional marketing company that specializes in the development, sourcing and sales of logo branded merchandise, apparel, and accessories. • Developed the action sports division by utilizing industry relationships and product knowledge. • Built an active account base and implemented marketing tools to promote the Flexx organization. • Garnered business with over 50 accounts and produced more than $300,000 in sales. • Negotiated terms with key accounts to spur growth and maintain customer loyalty. • Worked directly with overseas factories to enable greater profit margins.
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Skateboard World Industries

National Account Manager | 08/1999 - 09/2004

World Industries is a leader in the skateboard marketing, manufacturing and distribution industry. • Managed, maintained, and expanded national account sales and profit goals. • Worked one on one with buyers, presented new product lines. • Developed strategic sales, marketing and merchandising objectives. • Accounts included; PacSun, Champs Sports, Copeland’s Sporting Goods and Sport Chalet. • Increased annual sales among existing accounts by 15% to 200%. • Solely Managed $4,000,000 in revenue. • Projected annual and quarterly earning potentials for presentation to board of directors.
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3rd Hit Magazine

Publisher / Editor | 02/1994 - 08/2000

Third Hit Magazine was a monthly action sports, music, and lifestyle publication that was distributed throughout the Western United States. • Created, established, directed and managed all aspects of a successful magazine. • Produced over 60 issues in just over 5 years. • Responsibilities included all duties from conception to publication and distribution each month. • Managed deadlines, advertising sales, photo-journalists and distribution. • Produced editorials and interviews with professional athletes. • Designed page layout and advertisements. • Managed all pre- press production, scanned photos, developed negatives and burned press plates.
Education history
Image Bellevue College

Bellevue College

English | 1992 - 1993

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Video Symphony

Certificate Degree | 2012 - 2013

Image Chelan High School

Chelan High School

| 1988 - 1992

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The Art Institutes

Design and Visual Communications | 1993 - 1995

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