Michael Dunfield
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
(613) 325-9813
be.net/mDunfield
Hi! My name is Michael. I am a designer specializing in motion graphics, but I have skills covering a wide variety of multimedia.
I have 3 years of academic experience in video and motion graphics design. I also have 2 years of academic experience (post-secondary) in music and audio design, and many more in my earlier childhood.
I’m fascinated by the challenge of conveying relevant content and information in as short a time as possible. I find that there’s a lot of importance in the details which others can sometimes miss. I also feel that a good foundation in audio design is key, because I feel that audio is an often overlooked aspect of these types of advertising projects.
I have 3 years of academic experience in video and motion graphics design. I also have 2 years of academic experience (post-secondary) in music and audio design, and many more in my earlier childhood.
I’m fascinated by the challenge of conveying relevant content and information in as short a time as possible. I find that there’s a lot of importance in the details which others can sometimes miss. I also feel that a good foundation in audio design is key, because I feel that audio is an often overlooked aspect of these types of advertising projects.
Work Experience
Algonquin College
Research Assistant (Animator)
My first commercial project. I was contracted as a motion designer/animator through Algonquin College to work with DLS Technology Corporation on one of two animated videos for their product, vKey.
The contract was completed to the satisfaction of the client.
The contract was completed to the satisfaction of the client.
August 2013
- September 2013
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Simple Story Videos
Motion Designer
This was an internship as part of my college studies, but I worked as part of the SSV team on projects for real clients, as well as some internal projects.
April 2013
- May 2013
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Camp Kodiak
Leader in Training
Contributed to planning and leading of activities for children as a leader in training at Camp Kodiak for three summers. Not technically employment as I was still a guest, but the 'Leader in Training' program at this camp was primarily designed as a way to develop team skills and other work and employability skills for visitors.
August 2008
- August 2010
Ontario, Canada
Kanata Food Cupboard
Volunteer
Volunteer labor every Wednesday morning, mostly moving boxes of food around.
January 2014
- Present
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Education
Algonquin College Of Applied Arts And Technology
Interactive Multimedia Developer
My areas of study encompassed a wide range of digital media (and some print), including web development, motion graphics, 3D modelling and animation, vector illustration, video and audio editing, film production, and photography. It's a very well-rounded program, and it gave me the exposure to motion graphics I needed to inspire me to pursue it.
September 2010
- Present
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Languages
English (Native),
Skills
Adobe After Effects,
Adobe Flash,
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Photoshop,
Adobe Premiere,
Animated Advertising,
Audio Editing,
Digital Photography,
Explainer Videos,
Film Photography,
Flash Banners,
Motion Design,
Motion Graphics ,
Photography,
Video Editing,