Carlos Rivas
Multimedia Artist
Chula Vista, CA, USA
619-289-2784
be.net/derivas
Art has been a part of my life since I can remember. This is my passion, my love, and my purpose for being here. It's difficult to see myself doing anything else other than art. I am an extremely motivated, creative, and a detailed orientated person full with knowledge. I am well skilled in all art formats, with room to learn new things. My main goal in life is to inspire, teach, and make you see things in a new and captivating way.
Work Experience
United States Marine Corps
Sergeant/Team Leader/Platoon Leader
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Experienced VIP Driver with DOD evasive training background.
Operations and Logistics Management, including dispatch procedures, and maintenance.
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, set up functions, enter
data, or process information.
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a
work activity.
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals
and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Experience in human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests;
learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and
affective disorders.
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring
performance.
Experienced VIP Driver with DOD evasive training background.
Operations and Logistics Management, including dispatch procedures, and maintenance.
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, set up functions, enter
data, or process information.
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a
work activity.
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals
and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Experience in human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests;
learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and
affective disorders.
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring
performance.
February 2004
- June 2012
Oceanside, California, United States
DeRivas LLC
CEO
Experience in the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of art, photography,
and graphics.
Experienced in business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Improved sales by 200% in 3 months by applying new marketing strategies, and providing free services to build a better working relationship with the community.
Determine project requirements, and arrange all proper equipment and supplies. Coordinate with videographer, makeup artist, and other professionals as necessary
Adjust, modify, and rework photos using digital and computer manipulation applications.
Proficient at using Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Aperture, Windows 7, and Mac OS X
Snow Leopard.
and graphics.
Experienced in business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Improved sales by 200% in 3 months by applying new marketing strategies, and providing free services to build a better working relationship with the community.
Determine project requirements, and arrange all proper equipment and supplies. Coordinate with videographer, makeup artist, and other professionals as necessary
Adjust, modify, and rework photos using digital and computer manipulation applications.
Proficient at using Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Aperture, Windows 7, and Mac OS X
Snow Leopard.
June 2010
- Present
Chula Vista, California, United States
Education
Central Texas College
Criminal Justice
August 2004
- December 2004
Okinawa, Japan
MiraCosta College
A.A. Digital Photography
August 2009
- December 2009
Oceanside, California, United States
California College
Commercial Truck Driving Coarse
March 2011
- June 2011
Oceanside, California, United States
Platt College (San Diego)
B.S. Video Production
Graphic Arts, Video Production, 3D Animation
August 2012
- Present
San Diego, California, United States
Languages
Spanish (Native),
English (Native),
Awards
Yakima Valley Student Arts
1st Place Student County Arts Award
2000
Sunnyside City Of Commerce
Sunshine Days Fine Art Award
2002
Valley Music
Best Music Inspired Mural
2002
Skills
After Effects,
Airbrusing,
Apeture,
Excel,
Film Processing,
Final Cut,
Fruity Loops,
Graffiti,
Illustrator,
Indesign,
Lightroom,
Logic Pro,
Painting,
Photography,
Photoshop,
Power Point,
Premiere,
Pro Tools,
Word,