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Hey!

I am Walker Johnson, a passionate character animator with a strong drive to grow and face new challenges. My passion for the video game industry has fueled my dedication to honing my craft over the last 3 years. I strive to infuse my work with a unique creative voice. My portfolio reflects my commitment to delivering captivating character animations. I am eager to contribute my skills and enthusiasm to the exciting world of the game industry

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Walker Johnson

Bellevue, WA, USA

 

Passionate, and self-motivated character animator looking to add a creative voice into the game industry.

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Skills.

  • Key Skills 3D

  • Animation

  • Autodesk Maya

  • Body Mechanics

  • Anticipation

  • Story Telling

  • Anim Bot

  • Posing Key

  • Frame Animation

  • Anatomy

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Professional Experience

Hashbang Inc, 3D Character Animator, Kenmore, WA                                     Aug 2022 to Dec 2023

  • Produced top-tier hand-keyed gameplay animations adhering to established style standards.

  • Aligned with engineering and design teams to seamlessly integrate animations into projects.

  • Collaborated with animation lead to construct and validate animation prototypes.

  • Maintained close coordination within cross-disciplinary teams resulting in timely project delivery.

  • Contributed to the development of an In Game Cinematic pipeline for future project advancements.

  • Offered creative problem-solving and communicated effectively with producers and leads.

  • Actively engaged in gameplay tests, delivering hands-on feedback for production refinement.

  • Compiled and generated video references to support the animation team's creative process.

  • Participated in feedback sessions and implemented notes to achieve the creative vision set by leads.

United States Marine Corps, Work Center Supervisor, San Diego, CA               Nov 2014 to Oct 2019

  • Led a team of Marines and civilian contractors, ensuring strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

  • Conducted comprehensive function tests on T64 engines, demonstrating technical proficiency.

  • Supervised and managed all work center programs, ensuring operational efficiency.

  • Orchestrated the inspection of multi-million-dollar equipment, showcasing meticulous attention to detail.

  • Validated and approved maintenance activities of the work center, signifying responsibility and authority in decision-making.

Education

 

IAnimate.net, Remote, CA                                                                                                Mar-Dec 2023

Completed all game animation work shops

 

Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Seattle, WA                                                      2020-2022

Advanced diploma in Game Art and Animation

 

Certifications & Trainings

LEAN 6 SIGMA | OSHA

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