Hail and well met!
Thanks for taking the time to visit my portfolio site. You probably just finished watching the video, so you should already have a great idea of what I am willing to bring to the position of Graphic Designer for Overwatch. Your time is important, so this dedicated page is going straight to the point on why I am really interested in working for Blizzard and what I offer as a graphic designer.
First, a little bit about me: I am a Rocky Mountain native, and l love video games, drawing, anime, hiking, camping, photography, and a good cup of coffee. I want to emphasize that I am willing to relocate immediately. Once the pandemic subsides, I look forward to being a part of an onsite working environment that engages in strong teamwork.
Hail and well met!
Thanks for taking the time to visit my portfolio site. You probably just finished watching the video, so you should already have a great idea of what I am willing to bring to the position of Graphic Designer for Overwatch. Your time is important, so this dedicated page is going straight to the point on why I am really interested in working for Blizzard and what I offer as a graphic designer.
First, a little bit about me: I am a Rocky Mountain native, and l love video games, drawing, anime, hiking, camping, photography, and a good cup of coffee. I want to emphasize that I am willing to relocate immediately. Once the pandemic subsides, I look forward to being a part of an onsite working environment that engages in strong teamwork.
I am Prepared!
I am a recent graduate of the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design. Completing my degree has been a fantastic experience, ending with a 4.0 GPA. I also have over three years of graphic design experience working for a premier entertainment brand in Colorado called The Summit. This includes creating dynamic content for video, animated graphics, and web graphics. You will also find that I am very experienced in creating designs and graphics that integrate into printed and digital mediums.
Please check out my portfolio as it demonstrates my ability with the software and hardware skills that you seek. While I look forward to learning more about what projects I can work on, I do understand this position is emphasized toward motion graphics that will support Overwatch’s overall marketing outreach.
I am Prepared!
I am a recent graduate of the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design. Completing my degree has been a fantastic experience, ending with a 4.0 GPA. I also have over three years of graphic design experience working for a premier entertainment brand in Colorado called The Summit. This includes creating dynamic content for video, animated graphics, and web graphics. You will also find that I am very experienced in creating designs and graphics that integrate into printed and digital mediums.
Please check out my portfolio as it demonstrates my ability with the software and hardware skills that you seek. While I look forward to learning more about what projects I can work on, I do understand this position is emphasized toward motion graphics that will support Overwatch’s overall marketing outreach.
A Passion for Overwatch
While I am applying for this position primarily considering on my skills as a graphic designer, I also share an incredible passion for Overwatch. Now I don’t say that just as a fan, but as a proactive member of the community who already works to make the Overwatch more enjoyable for everyone. I do this as one of the Blizzard Forum MVPs and through creating unique video content that supports the game. You will also find that I am very familiar with the Overwatch League and have been doing what I can to support the increasingly popular esport.
A Passion for Overwatch
While I am applying for this position primarily considering on my skills as a graphic designer, I also share an incredible passion for Overwatch. Now I don’t say that just as a fan, but as a proactive member of the community who already works to make the Overwatch more enjoyable for everyone. I do this as one of the Blizzard Forum MVPs and through creating unique video content that supports the game. You will also find that I am very familiar with the Overwatch League and have been doing what I can to support the increasingly popular esport.
GROWING FRIENDSHIPS...
I am very proud to build great relationships with current and former Blizzard team members, including those of the Overwatch community and development teams. I encourage you to reach out to them as they will be happy to tell you what I bring to the Overwatch Community.
Assc. Product Support Manager
Blizzard Customer Service
Support Forum Agent
Blizzard Customer Service
Community Manager
Overwatch Community Team
Former Overwatch Esports Manager
Blizzard Esports
Lead Reliability Engineer
Overwatch Development Team
Thanks for taking the time to consider me for this exciting position. I know that Blizzard continues to be a growing standard for great games built by incredible folks who bring their own passions to the table. With this in mind, I am seeking to bring my own passion and experience.
Check out the demonstrative pieces that showcase my skills related to this position below. Also feel free to explore my full portfolio, check out my ongoing projects in my art blog, or see my full resume. Please reach out by emailing me at wyomingmyst@gmail.com or call me at 307-287-4226. I am also available to meet via online video conferencing via Zoom or Microsoft Teams as needed.
This video uses scripted expressions to animate the number increments.
This video uses Adobe After Effects Keylight 1.2 for the Heroic Highlight segments for each hero introduction.
This video uses the Rotoscope Brush and Refine Edge tools to extract Mr. Kaplan from the original background.
This video uses Adobe After Effects Keylight 1.2 for the Tracer Just In Time Highlight and is combined with a camera animation rigging to appear in 3D space.
This video uses After Effects Camera 3D Tracker Tool to animate in the 3D object.
Overwatch Community Manager Josh Nash has granted me permission to use the July 2019 Developer Update Video depicting Game Director Jeff Kaplan for the purposes of this Rotoscoping Demonstration.
This video uses RedGiant Trapcode’s 3D stroke and RedGiant Universe Ecto plugins
This video uses RedGiant Trapcode’s 3D stroke and RedGiant Universe Quantum and VHS plugins
This video the uses RedGiant Universe Glow Plugin
This video uses the RedGiant Trapcode Particular plugin
This video uses RedGiant Trapcode 3D stroke plug in
The goal behind these title cards is to utilized the existing brand style of both Overwatch and Overwatch League while putting my own flair on their introductions.