ABOUT THOMAS
Thomas Grave thomasagrave@gmail.com
Motion Graphics/ 3D Generalist
My name is Thomas Grave, a Polish American motion designer and 3D generalist from Minnesota. With over five years of experience in advertising, I am passionate about creating captivating and impactful visuals for various projects.
I am proficient in the Adobe Suite, Maya, 3ds Max, and Blender. I combine creativity with technical expertise to deliver outstanding work. My portfolio showcases diverse projects that engage and captivate audiences.
I take pride in my professionalism and dedication to meeting client goals. My passion for motion design and 3D art shines through in every project, making me a valuable asset to any creative team.
Currently residing in Krakow, Poland, I am actively seeking opportunities for nearby work.
Professional Experience:
- 06/2018 - 01/2021 Motion Designer for Periscope
- 11/2018 3D Sculptor for Necromolds board game - https://necromolds.com/pages/about 01/2021
- 02/2024 Motion Designer Quad Graphics
- Internship Animator - SYFY Channel` Minneapolis, MN 2017 2D and 3D Animation, and Compositing for a SYFY Channel commercial
- Internship Animator - Provincetown Film Festival Minneapolis, MN 2017 Animation and compositing for the 2017 Provincetown Film Festival trailer
Software:
- Modeling, animation, lighting and rendering in Maya, 3DS Max, and Blender
- Sculpting in ZBrush - Texturing models in Substance Painter
- Adobe suite (After Effects, Photoshop, and Premiere)
- VFX and Motion Design in After Effects
- Compositing with Blackmagic Fusion
Education:
- BFA in Animation, Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2018
Awards and Recognitions :
- Minnesota Electronic Theater - Official Selection 2017
- MCAD Animation Merit Scholarship 2017
email me - thomasagrave@gmail.com
phone number - +48 783 213 516
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thomas.grave/