Mark Mancewicz

Work History

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  Character FX

  Blur Studio

  November 2015 - Present

  Simulated realistic physics and interactions on computer-generated characters' clothing and hair, ensuring that characters remained consistent with art direction. Corrected geometry deformation problems and inter-penetrations. Communicated with animation, rigging, and lighting departments to solve problems and keep shots flowing through pipeline. Published character geometry and fur for downstream departments. Tracked progress of shots, and prioritized work based on pipeline information.

  
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  Simulation Artist

  Blizzard Entertainment

  July 2015 - October 2015

  Simulated realistic physics and interactions on computer-generated characters' clothing and hair, ensuring that characters remained consistent with art direction. Corrected geometry deformation problems and inter-penetrations. Communicated with animation, rigging, and lighting departments to solve problems and keep shots flowing through pipeline. Published character geometry and fur for downstream departments. Tracked progress of shots, and prioritized work based on pipeline information.
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  Character TD

  Industrial Light & Magic

  January 2015 - April 2015

  Simulated realistic physics and interactions on computer-generated characters' clothing and hair, ensuring that characters remained consistent with art direction. Corrected geometry deformation problems and inter-penetrations. Communicated with animation, rigging, and lighting departments to solve problems and keep shots flowing through pipeline. Published character geometry and fur for downstream departments. Tracked progress of shots, and prioritized work based on pipeline information.
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  Simulation Artist

  Blizzard Entertainment

  September 2013 - March 2014

  Irvine, CA

  Simulated realistic physics and interactions on computer-generated characters' clothing and hair, ensuring that characters remained consistent with art direction. Corrected geometry deformation problems and inter-penetrations. Communicated with animation, rigging, and lighting departments to solve problems and keep shots flowing through pipeline. Published character geometry and fur for downstream departments. Tracked progress of shots, and prioritized work based on pipeline information.
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  Technical Animation TD

  Rhythm & Hues Studios

  2008 - April 2013

  Simulated realistic physics and interactions on computer-generated characters' muscles, skin, clothing and fur, ensuring that characters remained consistent with art direction. Corrected geometry deformation problems and inter-penetrations. Communicated with animation, rigging, and lighting departments to solve problems and keep shots flowing through pipeline. Published character geometry and fur for downstream departments. Tracked progress of shots, and prioritized work based on pipeline information.

• Systems Development Manager

  Performance Communication Technologies

  February 2007 - December 2008

  Clinton Township, Mi

  
  Designed, built, deployed and administered a complex relational database to handle numerous facets of PCT’s business. Responsible for all aspects, such as determining data structure and relationships, designing user interface, developing method to track bugs and fixes, add or modify functionality as needed, and quickly deploy updates. Additionally, in charge of IT, with responsibilities including network administration, Domain & Exchange administration, Remote Desktop, on-site and off-site backup, and general troubleshooting.
  

• Account Executive

  Inter-Image, Inc

  2000 - 2002

  
  Produced dealership sales brochures and provided PR photography for Kawasaki Motors Corp. Assistant produced and art directed location photo shoots. Communicated effectively with clients and vendors. Wrote & edited copy of technical & non-technical material. Edited and filed still photography. Performed graphics work, including film scanning, image manipulation and layout. Prepared output files/masters for printing & CD replication.
  

• Production Developer

  Internal & External Communications

  1998 - 2000

  
  Produced interactive computer-based corporate training. Created the layout, timing, and interactivity of the training courseware. Built and organized photography shot lists, art lists, and audio scripts. Collaborated with multiple departments in the creation of each type of media. Worked closely with instructional designers and programmers to assure courseware integrity. Conducted multiple testing cycles, both with clients and the internal testing department.