Resumé of Leah Sharpe
DooDad's Moon Pad (2007-present)
Development of progressive children's educational programming.
Motion Graphics & Animation (2006)
Rip Tear Shred - television commercials for Rindy Miller Media
Ghetto Sushi Bowl - graphics for music videos and electronic press kits
SnoozeButton Productions - title sequence for promotional video
Polyvinyl Pictures, LLC - title sequence and motion graphics for documentary
FreeScale - motion graphics sequences for annual FTF convention
Warner Independent Pictures - 2D animator for MTV2 promotional spot
Animator (2005)
Detour Film Productions - Austin, TX
Worked as a 2D character animator on the feature film A Scanner Darkly produced by Warner Independent Pictures. Digitally rotoscoped using the proprietary Color Engine software and a Wacom Tablet.
Production Design, Motion Graphics, Digital Effects (2004-2005)
Asphalt Planet Motion Pictures - Oklahoma City, OK
Responsible for all location scouting, set design and set construction for the micro-budget feature length film entitled Sex Machine. Designed and constructed props and special effects. Designed and animated title credit sequence and other motion graphics and visual effects featured in the film.
Owner / Art Director (2002 - 2005)
Sharpe Creative - Oklahoma City, OK
Worked directly with clients to determine how to best reach their target audience through graphic design and brand strategies. Responsible for concepts and implementing designs. Coordinated with outside vendors including printers, contract graphic designers, photographers, etc. Worked on multiple detailed projects simultaneously in a flexible yet meticulous style. Successfully completed all projects on time and within budget. Clients: Capital West, Sales Performance International, Oklahoma City Zoo, Andrews Davis Law Firm, Francis Tuttle Technology Center, Chickasaw Nation, Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, and more.
Graphic Designer (2001 - 2002)
S Design, Inc. - Oklahoma City, OK
Designed and produced brand identities, print advertising, brochures, annual reports and other materials for a wide range of clients. Produced Addy award-winning designs for legal firm Crowe & Dunlevy. Oversaw photo shoots and press checks.
Graphic Designer (2000 - 2001)
Walker Creative, Inc. - Oklahoma City, OK
Lead designer for Oklahoma Today Magazine and Oklahoma Travel Guide
Graphic Designer (2000)
American Floral Services - Oklahoma City, OK
Designer with in-house Marketing Department
Art Director (1998 - 2000)
Okay Magazine - Central Oklahoma Area
Designed brand identity, editorial layout, ad construction and covers
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design University of Central Oklahoma
CAPABILITIES
Motion Graphics / Graphic Design / Production Design
Animation / Illustration / Digital Effects
SOFTWARE
AfterEffects / Photoshop / Illustrator / Final Cut Pro / Flash
InDesign / FreeHand / QuarkXPress
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DooDad's Moon Pad (2007-present)
Development of progressive children's educational programming.
Motion Graphics & Animation (2006)
Rip Tear Shred - television commercials for Rindy Miller Media
Ghetto Sushi Bowl - graphics for music videos and electronic press kits
SnoozeButton Productions - title sequence for promotional video
Polyvinyl Pictures, LLC - title sequence and motion graphics for documentary
FreeScale - motion graphics sequences for annual FTF convention
Warner Independent Pictures - 2D animator for MTV2 promotional spot
Animator (2005)
Detour Film Productions - Austin, TX
Worked as a 2D character animator on the feature film A Scanner Darkly produced by Warner Independent Pictures. Digitally rotoscoped using the proprietary Color Engine software and a Wacom Tablet.
Production Design, Motion Graphics, Digital Effects (2004-2005)
Asphalt Planet Motion Pictures - Oklahoma City, OK
Responsible for all location scouting, set design and set construction for the micro-budget feature length film entitled Sex Machine. Designed and constructed props and special effects. Designed and animated title credit sequence and other motion graphics and visual effects featured in the film.
Owner / Art Director (2002 - 2005)
Sharpe Creative - Oklahoma City, OK
Worked directly with clients to determine how to best reach their target audience through graphic design and brand strategies. Responsible for concepts and implementing designs. Coordinated with outside vendors including printers, contract graphic designers, photographers, etc. Worked on multiple detailed projects simultaneously in a flexible yet meticulous style. Successfully completed all projects on time and within budget. Clients: Capital West, Sales Performance International, Oklahoma City Zoo, Andrews Davis Law Firm, Francis Tuttle Technology Center, Chickasaw Nation, Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, and more.
Graphic Designer (2001 - 2002)
S Design, Inc. - Oklahoma City, OK
Designed and produced brand identities, print advertising, brochures, annual reports and other materials for a wide range of clients. Produced Addy award-winning designs for legal firm Crowe & Dunlevy. Oversaw photo shoots and press checks.
Graphic Designer (2000 - 2001)
Walker Creative, Inc. - Oklahoma City, OK
Lead designer for Oklahoma Today Magazine and Oklahoma Travel Guide
Graphic Designer (2000)
American Floral Services - Oklahoma City, OK
Designer with in-house Marketing Department
Art Director (1998 - 2000)
Okay Magazine - Central Oklahoma Area
Designed brand identity, editorial layout, ad construction and covers
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design University of Central Oklahoma
CAPABILITIES
Motion Graphics / Graphic Design / Production Design
Animation / Illustration / Digital Effects
SOFTWARE
AfterEffects / Photoshop / Illustrator / Final Cut Pro / Flash
InDesign / FreeHand / QuarkXPress
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