Gal Manor
778-321-8069 3d91gal@vfs.com www.galmanor.com
A 3D Generalist with over 3 years of training in Maya and 1 year work experience in photo realistic modeling, animation, compositing, and rendering. Eligible to work in Canada.
Work Experience
3D Generalist
Freelancer, Israel 2010-2011
Clients included:
Israel Railways Corporation – making of film imaging processes for transition to underground vehicles, including animation, effects and modeling based on aerial photography and construction plans. The work required account management, precision, professionalism and strict adherence to schedules.
Sharon Danziger Industrial Designer – Full CG 4 minute film of medical product imaging, including product animation, conversion of SolidWorks files to MAYA + building of FLASH website.
Synergy Ltd. – product design and mechanical planning – photoreal imaging for a variety of company products + conversion from SolidWorks to MAYA.
Herzliya Tennis Centre – imaging of buildings for marketing purposes, work based on aerial photography and creation of models of buildings.
Israel Navy Petty Officer, 3rd Class, Navigation/Searching/Radio 2003-2006
Managing a staff of 6 sailors. Responsible for maintenance of various daily activities on Missile Boat, including transmission and encryption of highly sensitive confidential data.
Bike Mechanic & Sales Lead
La Medvash Cycling March 2006 - January 2007
Responsible for sales, accounting, bank deposits, keyholder, repairs, rentals, and instruction for professional level bicycles and accessories
Shift Supervisor and Sales at Rikoshet Camping
Rikoshet Camping 2008 - 2009
Responsible for sales, accounting/deposits, keyholder, repairs, and instruction for camping gear and accessories
Education
Diploma in 3D Animation & Visual Effects
Vancouver Film School February 2011 - February 2012
Currently enrolled the one year 3D Animation & Visual Effects course in Vancouver Film School that ends at February 2012
Diploma in Animation and 3D
Sela College 2008-2010
2 year intensive Autodesk® Certified training program with two diplomas in Maya and 3DS MAX.
Maya & 3Ds Max- Intermediate Skill Level
Lighting/Rendering: 3 point lighting advanced lighting techniques, scene construction for photorealistic rendering, assembly of advanced materials for internal rendering engine. Mental Ray, V-Ray, advanced use of V-Ray and Mental Ray rendering engine.
Modeling: NURBS edge modeling, box modeling, spline modeling and advanced use of MeshSmooth Modifier. Surfacing, shading, and UV Mapping.
Animation: Animation and camera implementation.
Nuke And After Effects: CG integration and compositing with multiple channels and passes.
Disciplined with problem solving skills.
Excellent aptitude for independent study and software self-training; ability to integrate programs; efficient working style.
Skilled at building and maintaining computer hardware and software in the Windows environment.
Software
Adobe CS5 Suite
Photoshop - image processing, creation and adaptation of 3D textures, working directly with 3Ds Max, Maya And After Effects.
Flash - Professional experience in website building and production of presentations.
Premiere & Sound Booth - Basic video editing & sound editing.
Microsoft Office - General familiarity with computers and advanced knowledge of all Office applications.
Hobbies
Competitive Mountain Biker
- Top 20 in Israel in Age Division
- Certified Bicycle Instructor
Hiking & Mountain Climbing
- Hiked the Andes in South America for 7 months up to 5200m from Tierra del Fuego to Guatemala
- Hiked/Climbed the Italian Dolomites for 2 weeks
up to 2000m
Scuba Diving
- PADI Certified Diver, 3 Star (30m)
Languages
English, Hebrew, Some Spanish
References
Available on request
