Thane's Interview

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Resume		 Question:  Why do you want to be a 3-D animator?

I think, as an artist, one of the things I like to do the most is to create an image that you
know is impossible, but looks so real that you would swear it really happened.  Like taking
a 3-D model of a Dragon, or a robot, or a giant insect, and make it look like they are
standing there, and someone just took a picture of them.
  3-D animation will allow me to not only make something look real, but move and
act like a real thing as well.  I really like the idea of sharing the characters and images from
my imagination and sharing them with other people.

Question:  What are your long term goals?

If I could pick any two companies out there to work for, I would love to work for
Industrial Light and Magic, or Mainframe Entertainment. 
I have always loved the StarWars saga, and participating in the evolution of that universe
would be incredible.
Mainframe has been in the leading edge of animation for television, creating shows like
Reboot and BeastWars.  They are currently in production of a show called Beast
Machines, the latest in the Transformers series.  From my portfolio, you can see that I am
a longtime fan of the series, and would love to work there.

Question:  What do you see as your strengths, your weaknesses?

I think my creativity and determination are good qualities.  I like working with a team, and
sharing ideas.  My traditional art background is an asset, as is experience in a number of
3-D programs.  Most big firms use their own proprietary software, so you can seldom
learn them, but learning a variety of different programs can teach you the basics and
theories needed to use any program effectively.
 
 

Reach me at tratliff@ridgecrest.ca.us