Resume

Ju Li Khaw

Citizenship: American

US Phone: 319.750.0527
Email: juli.khaw(at)gmail.com
Website: www.julikhaw.com


Objective
I am a passionate and energetic individual seeking opportunities to put my animation skills to use. I am constantly learning
new things and hope to further myself as an artist and an animator by becoming an active member of an animation team.


Skills

  • Clear understanding of animation principles paired with strong acting skills and facial animation
  • Knowledge of keyframing and motion capture animation techniques
  • Well-balanced education with a background in traditional studio art
  • Proficient in Softimage XSI, Autodesk Maya, 3Ds Max, MotionBuilder, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Premiere, After Effects and Final Cut Pro
  • Programming Languages: Java, Javascript, OpenGL, C++, Xhtml, Asp.net, .php


Education
Vancouver Film School (2008-2009) - Diploma in 3D Animation and Visual Effects
        Awarded VFS Festival Scholarship for August 2009  

University of Iowa (2004-2008) - BA in Computer Science and Art:Studio Emphasis (Graphic Design)
        Graduated with Honors in Art:Studio Emphasis


Awards
Short Film: Rain Crowds
        Screened at the 2010 Tiburon International Film Festival
        Top 100 films of 2010 YoungCuts Film Festival

Employment History
3D Animator (2010-Present) - Escalation Studios
        Rigged various creatures and animated standard gameplay moves

3D Animator (2010) - Pendulum Studios
        Animated standard gameplay moves and cinematics using keyframe and mocap techniques, animated cameras, props, and
        characters for gameplay animatics,cleaned up mocap data
        Game credits: Tron: Evolution, Iron Man 2 (Prologue game trailer)

Web Developer (2006-2008) - University of Iowa Alumni Association/University of Iowa Pomerantz Career Center
        Built, designed, coded and maintained webpages, oversaw development of various sections of the website

Computer Research Assistant (2005-2006) - University of Iowa Hospital
        Built and managed databases, entered data, directed phone calls, assembled patient visit packets

Bank Teller (2005) - Pilot Grove Savings Bank
        Handled money, balanced checkbooks, entered data, and provided customer service

Violinist (2002-2004) - Miscellaneous
        Hired for solos, quartets and orchestras; generated publicity for quartet, organized gigs, and ordered/supplied music

Waitress (2002-2004) - Jerry's Family Restaurant
        Handled money, performed various closing up duties, and provided customer service


References
Available upon request