Kyle Tsutsumi-Hypnar

7975 Fall Creek Rd. #308

Dublin, CA 94568

kyle@kyleth.com

www.kyleth.com

925.980.4075

Objective

•Animate in movies or video games.

Technical Qualifications

· Highly Skilled in: Maya, Photoshop,

· Proficient in: Illustrator, After Effects, UV Layout, Unfold 3D and Mental Ray

· Familiar in: Matchmover and Motion Builder,

Skills

· Comprehensive knowledge of composition and the 12 principals of animation.

· Knowledge of basic computer hardware and maintenance

· Comfortable in production pipelines and team oriented work situations

· Excellent communication skills

· Ability to take, understand and utilize criticism in a professional manner

EXPERIENCE

Portal Test Shot April, 2009

Animator

Sole animator responsible for animating an alien creature in a test shot. Achieved realistic weight and movement for a large

multi-ton creature. Worked with a team to complete the composited shot with animation, green screen elements and a live plate.

The test shot was for a bid on an upcoming SyFy channel original movie. The bid was won.

The Chocolate Curse, Short children’s movie directed by Brett Shapiro September, 2007

Animator

Responsible for animation on three visual effects shots using Maya 8.5. Achieved realistic flight and movement animation of

the dragon. Worked in a team environment with a project lead. Took group criticism and gave feedback on utilized rig. Structured

the animation to the client’s wishes and achieved deadline goals.

EMPLOYMENT

Edgewood Partners Insurance Group 2007-2010

Data Entry

Maintained, inputted and updated client information database. Communicated with my superiors and other team members to

ensure accuracy and consistency of client information. High amount of data required good organizational skills and communication abilities.

Nob Hill Foods, saN Ramon, CA 2001- 2006

Receiver

Responsible for maintaining and ordering products for the dairy department for the flagship store. Communicated with

management and delivery personnel to insure proper stock and received deliveries. Assessed store needs and was responsible

for ordering products. Accountability for sales targets, stock and loss. Consistently achieved and exceeded weekly shrink

goals for my department. Recognized hard work and dedication through promotions and multiple exemplary customer service awards.

EDUCATION

· Animation Mentor 2008- 2009

Certificate in Advanced Studies in Character Animation

· Expression College for Digital Arts, Emeryville, California 2004-2007

Bachelors of Animation and Visual Effects

· Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, California 2001-2004

General Education

*References are available upon request