Résumé - David Titus

David Titus
Creative Professional | 902.402.7402 | [email protected]
Introduction
Particulars
I’m a creative professional living in Halifax Nova Scotia,
currently seeking employment in the capacity of production
manager, lead designer, or creative director which are similar
to my previous role as Media Team Lead with Atlantis Systems
Corp / Bluedrop Performance Learning.
Name : David Titus
Expertise : All aspects of design, illustration,
photography, 3d modeling and animation, problem
solving, client interaction and team management.
Years of Experience : 25+
Residence : Halifax, NS
Language : English
Citizenship : Canadian
Security Clearance : NATO Secret / CGP
email : [email protected]
Phone : 902.402.7402
Portfolio : http://www.davidtitus.com
I have over 25 years of direct experience providing creative
services through a number of local companies and offering
freelance services on my own. I also have a lot of experience
managing creative teams, providing direction, leadership and
guidance.
Education
I have pursued creative endeavors my entire life and have always pushed myself to grow and expand artistically in
ways which have made me a very well rounded creative person. Illustration, painting, photography, graphic design, 3d
modeling & animation, video editing and sculpture are just some of the many areas I have explored prior to and since
my formal study.
Additionally, my time at the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design (1994-1995, Graphic Design, Photography, Figure
Drawing) was invaluable as it focused my creative attention, allowing me to gain a deeper understanding of artistic
methodologies as well as facilitating a strong willingness to give and accept critical review. NSCAD also helped hone my
ability to communicate creative ideas before the fact in such a way as to be able to help prospective clients understand
the creative and technical ramifications of choosing certain paths, and in helping them figure out what directions their
projects should take.
Skills
Creative
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Illustration, traditional
Illustration, digital
Storyboarding
Graphic Design
2d animation
3d modeling/ animation
Video production/editing
Photography
Software
 Autodesk 3ds Max
 Adobe Photoshop
 Adobe Flash (AS 2.0)
 Adobe Premiere Pro
 Adobe After Effects
 Adobe Audition
 Adobe Media Encoder
 RH Deep Exploration
Leadership
 Team management
 Tasking/assignment
 Resource management
 Scheduling
 Issue resolution
 Mentoring
 Client relations
Professional Experience
1987 – Present Freelancer, Halifax, NS
I have been providing freelance creative services for over 25 years and continue to do so alongside my daily
commitment to Atlantis Systems Corp (see below). My services include 3d modeling & animation, illustration, branding
& identity as well as graphic & web design. See http://www.davidtitus.com for more information.
(Professional Experience, continued)
2009 – July 2014 Atlantis Systems Corp / Bluedrop Performance Learning, Dartmouth / Halifax, NS (Media Team
Lead/Senior Media Developer)
Managed media department through development, methodologies, scheduling, hiring, task assignments and
production for multimedia on all projects including but not limited to the following;
Maritime Helicopter Project (CH148 Cyclone)
This massive project involved creating all the training and simulation courseware required for
DND's (ongoing) acquisition and deployment of the of the CH148 Cyclone helicopter, set to
replace the aging Sea King fleet. Tasks included;
o Define and refine processes and methodologies for development of all 3D content.
o Interact with both Sikorsky and DND on a regular basis to provide updates and steer
direction of work.
o Interact with Instructional Systems Designers and Subject Matter Experts to assure
media meets all requirements as defined by both departments.
o Report to Project Manager on a regular basis to provide updates as to status of
work, and to flag potential areas of risk.
o Review 3D output for quality and standards.
o Manage and delegates 3D tasks.
QL5B Training - Game Scenario
Created media to support a Level 3 interactive learning environment for the student to
practice procedure, assess and solve problems. Also aided in prototyping and creating proof
of concept as well as creating2d/3d media assets and delegating media creation tasks to the
team.
Engine Change Unit Electronic Performance Support System (EPSS)
Manage 3d media tasking and methodologies for the creation of all 3d media assets. I also
performed all 3d media and video editing mentorship to the team. I also interacted with the
client, Project Manager, ISD's and SME's to ensure media met all requirements.
Air Marshalling Virtual Trainer (AMVT)
Manage project media team for timely and efficient creation interface and 3d assets used in
our in-game Unity platform. I was also in constant contact with DND, Project Mangers,
Instructional Systems Designers, Subject Matter Experts and third party System Engineering
teams to assure alignment of all media related tasks as well as delegation of work out to our
internal media team.
Ultra Electronic Promotional Video
This project involved creating a several minute long promotional video for Ultra Electronics
(viewable on my portfolio site) that was undertaken almost entirely on my own for Atlantis. I
was responsible for all aspects of the project media including conceptualization,
storyboarding, modeling, animation, rendering, video editing and so forth. I also delegated
some tasks to the media team, and reported daily to the local Project Manager and the
client themselves.
CH146 Griffon
Manage project media team throughout development and implementation of all media, as
well as setting standards and guidelines for 3d and 2d assets, and assuring such were met. I
also interacted with PM's, ISD's, SME's and the client regularly to assure all work remained
within scope.
(Professional Experience, continued)
CT114 Tutor Landing Gear / Ejection Seat
Manage project media team throughout all aspects of media creation including data
gathering trips to visit 15 Wing at CFB Moose Jaw, during which I lead the media acquisition
of all photographic and video reference materials. Once acquired, I lead the project media
team through the creation of all 3d media, reported daily to the PM and interacted regularly
with ISD's and SME's to ensure media alignment with project requirements.
CT142 Main Landing Gear / Prop & Blade
Manage project media team throughout media development from first conceptualization
through to final delivery. Tasks included the creation of media for prototyping, through to
final material as well as delegation of tasks and reporting to the PM regularly to
communicate issues and potential road blocks.
2008 – 2009
Finaldog Media, Bedford, NS (Sole Proprietor)
Completed ongoing freelance work in areas such as web development, user interface design, and implementation.
 Used Flash marketing tools and CD/DVD based Flash demos among many other things.
 Client base ranges from local through west coast USA and the UK.
2002 – 2008
Winstorm Presents Inc, Dartmouth, NS (Senior Media Developer)
Responsibilities included managing all project workload and overseeing production throughput by connecting with
project managers and feeding required work through the appropriate production staff.
 Maintained detailed production briefs which were presented at weekly meetings.
 Responsible for all design and creative collateral for client base, which included the State of Pennsylvania,
Fairmont Hotels, Delta Hotels, Aliant, Colgate-Palmolive, and Carnival Cruises.
 Created initial look and feel material based on client/project briefs and developed all design elements of each
project from it's inception through final delivery.
2000 – 2002
David Titus Productions, Bedford, NS (Sole Proprietor)
Work included everything from initial contact/sales to client follow through, i.e. content specifications, creation, and
final delivery. Conducted illustration, animation, graphic design, and web/multimedia services to companies
worldwide. Typical projects included:
 Box art and marketing material for several Sony Playstation / Nintendo games
 Storyboard for Visa television commercial
 Web site / newsletter design and management for the Los Angeles Venture Association (LAVA)
 Web site design and upkeep for Video Symphony, a Hollywood CA based media training facility
 Logo and auto detail design for Bott Motorsports, a racing team in Arizona
 3D animation, modeling, and video editing for MDS, an industrial training company based in Kansas Contract
included the full 3D modelling, texturing, and animation of an entire power plant located in Gantt, Alabama.
 3D modelling and texturing for many in-game models for an online flight simulator called “Target – Korea”
produced by a company called Targetware.
1999 – 2000
Learning Design Studios, Dartmouth, NS (Co-founder / Creative Director)
Focused largely on online Flash applications that would entertain as well as educate.
1998 – 1999
Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS (Multimedia Developer)
Completed graphic design, animation, and training for both internal university use as well as for various affiliated
companies and associations.
1997 – 1998
Ekistics Planning & Design, Dartmouth, NS (Multimedia Developer)
Developed multimedia kiosk presentation for a Blueberry Festival held annually in Nova Scotia including the design and
animation of the main characters, backgrounds, and other elements primarily using Flash, Director, and Photoshop.
(Professional Experience, continued)
1996 – 1997
Quagga Web Services, Halifax, NS (3D/Graphic Designer)
This position have me completing the design and build of corporate web sites for various clients, as well as developed
3D assets used for company marketing efforts and the pursuit of new contracts.
1985 – 1996
Freelance Creative, Lower Sackville, NS
My early days as a freelance creative provider covered a wide variety of projects and clients including a calendar for
the Bedford Toy Library, signage for a variety of local businesses and an ongoing comic strip for the Bedford Weekly
Newspaper.
References
Available on request