Hi, I’m
Danika Davis
Look Development Artist
Cape Town
Summary
Collaborative look development artist and creative professional with organized approach to managing project details. Talented 3D Artist with repertoire of technical skills to handle any project. Brings history of success in diverse techniques and industry applications. Consistently delivers top-quality work. Skilled with both computerized and hand-drawn artistry. Works great with others to bring visions to life. Detail-oriented and dependable team player with strong communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
3
years of post-secondary education
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Lights Out! - 2023 Short Film (The Animation School)Cape Town
Production Designer
01.2023 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Gathered information to determine best execution of creative ideas.
- Executed designs that adhered to overall creative vision and direction.
- Designed environments concepts and prop concepts.
- Created 3D modeled environments and textured them.
- Was in charge of all look development and lighting.
- Used Maya to create computer-generated three-dimensional visuals.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Raymond Van Wyk, Project MangoCape Town
Intern Trainee
11.2022 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Created environmental concept art for future projects.
- Collaborated with senior management on new environment concepts and environment layouts.
- Supported with creating project marketing materials to promote services.
- Provided project progress updates and proposed new environment ideas.
- Utilized Procreate to create images of futuristic environment concepts for yet-to-be released projects
Education
The Animation SchoolCape Town, South Africa
Diploma in Animation from Animation And Special Effects
03.2021 - Current
University Overview
- Member of the Student Representative Counsel.
- Resident Assistant for Cape Town resident campus.
Knysna High SchoolKnysna, South Africa
High School Diploma
01.2018 - 2020.12
University Overview
- Awarded Visual Arts certificate for an average of 95% for the year.
- Awarded Computer Applications Technology for an average of 85% for the year
- Member and Leader of the Knysna High School Photography Club.
Skills
Environment concept art
undefinedTimeline
Production Designer
Lights Out! - 2023 Short Film (The Animation School)
01.2023 - 11.2023
Intern Trainee
Raymond Van Wyk, Project Mango
11.2022 - 04.2023
The Animation School
Diploma in Animation from Animation And Special Effects
03.2021 - Current
Knysna High School
High School Diploma
01.2018 - 2020.12
References
Kelly Walker
Academic Head of The Animation School
kelly@theanimationschool.co.za
Jarrod Hasenjager
3rd Year Lecturer, The Animation School
jarrod@theanimationschool.co.za
Raymond Van Wyk
Director, Project Mango
raymond@apjautomation.co.za
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