Resume

Richard Sawyers

Education

Bachelor of Science, Animation | May 2021

Huntington University, Peoria AZ

Associate of Science, Art | May 2013

Glendale Community College, Glendale, AZ

Associate of Science, Multimedia | May 2013

Glendale Community College, Glendale, AZ

Winter Epic Intensive | January 2019

The Animation Collaboration, Emeryville, CA

• Studied 3D animation techniques from Disney, Pixar, and Industrial Light & Magic animators.

• Acting for animators with profession acting consultant Tracy Burns.

Program Skills

Autodesk Maya

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Word*

Microsoft Excel*

Microsoft PowerPoint*

Microsoft OneNote

Keyframe Pro

* And Google suite equivalent

Awards

Student Emmy Nomination (Rocky Mountain Southwest Emmys) 2019

“Wick” – Huntington University

Student Emmy Nomination (Rocky Mountain Southwest Emmys) 2018

“Teen Challenge of Arizona” – Huntington University

Best Student Film / Best of Fest (Southern AZ Independent Film Festival) 2017

“The Amazing Mortimer” – Huntington University

Experience

Graphic Designer (Hybrid)                                                  

LifeBridge Church – Tucson, AZ

June 2024- July 2024

• Conceptualized and designed visually appealing book covers for religious music, utilizing Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.

• Collaborated with clients to understand their artistic vision and translate it into compelling designs.

• Conducted in-person and virtual meetings to gather client feedback and refine designs accordingly.

Graphic Designer (Remote)

House of G.R.I.T. - Bellevue, NE

Dec. 2023 – Feb. 2024

• Designed a new visual identity including a logo, color palette, and typography through the use of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to increase brand awareness.

• Constructed variant aspect ratio for designs for optimal viewing on all devices and products.

• Partnered with CEO throughout the creative process to ensure their vision was executed to their standard.

Lead Animation Mentor

Huntington University - Peoria, AZ

Aug. 2019 - May 2021

• Assisted underclassmen with comprehension and execution of the 12 principles of animation, while utilizing Maya, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, and Storyboard Pro 7.

• Provided students with critical thinking strategies and problem-solving techniques when experiencing difficulties during the animation process.

• Developed relationships with new students by introducing them to university culture and life.

Animator (Remote)

 Page a Day Math

Tucson, AZ

June 2019 – Aug. 2019

• Key-frame Animated 30 second promotion video, introducing company for web page and social media.

• Reconstructed predesigned character to be animated in Adobe After Effects CC.

• Communicated with client virtually.

• Utilized Cloud file sharing.

Graphic Designer

Scott Foundation - Peoria, AZ

Jan. 2018 – March 2018

• Collaborated with clients to ensure expectations were met in the creation of promotional design and materials.

• Enhanced brand image through the design of stylized company mural.

• Created an atmosphere of open communication by providing weekly progress updates for clients.

Assistant Editor

Teen Challenge of Arizona - Glendale, AZ

Feb. 2017 – May 2017

• Assisted with filming and editing company sponsorship video.

• Collaborated directly with director to insure proper vision of video.

• Constructed and abided by a strict schedule to meet deadlines.

• Communicated with client biweekly on progression of video and provided materials.

• Video immensely exceeded clients fund raising goal, producing the largest donation rate in company history.

Member Services

Blue Star Resort - Peoria, AZ

July 2022 – April 2024

• Assist members over the phone and in person with resort information, registering new member, and process ticket sales for resort events.

• Generating sales analyses and inputting data.

•Communicating daily with Lifestyle team to updated data about upcoming events to provide up-to-date information for members.