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.