ADAM KELSEY
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA +61 0488199428
PROFILE
I am a recent graduate from Swinburne University of Technology with a double degree in Animation and Game Design. Personal aspiration caused me to change my career pathway and I am currently looking for an internship placement within the animation industry. My goal is to build on my experience as a project lead and eventually be in a position of influence over projects to express my imagination and creativity in a professional setting. I am excited to expand my skills in 2D animation, design and motion graphics in the entertainment industry.
PROJECTS
Seagull Union, 2D Animated Short Film, Swinburne University of Technology
2022
• Directed and led the project with a team of five
• Developed original concept and idea for the short film
• Wrote and edited draft script including final version
• Animated characters and objects in ToonBoom using a combination of character rigs and hand drawn animation; created 2D objects and designs
• Oversaw post-production and sound mixing stages
• Organized a team to return and polish the film preparing for submission into film festivals; entered in 2023 to the Melbourne International Animation Festival (MIAF) and was accepted into their Australian Student Showcase
Six O'Clock Swill, Video Game, Swinburne University of Technology 2022
• Developed the game design concept and led the art and sound design teams
• Worked on background art and object artwork and design
New Grim, 2D Animated Short Film, Swinburne University of Technology
2021
• Wrote brief concept and story
• Hand sketched panels with original character designs
• Produced rough animatic in Premiere Pro
Cyberpong, Video Game, Swinburne University of Technology 2020
• Developed iteration of classic pong game
• Programmed scripts in Unity to enable circular pong slider and game physics
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Kitchen Hand at Two Tall Chefs, Melbourne May 2015 — January 2017
• Provided front of house service and interacted with customers
• Prepared food and maintained hygiene and surface standards
• Maintained responsible service of alcohol in separate bar area
• Organized events and functions with other staff; ran cash registers
AWARDS
Student Showcase, Melbourne International Animation Festival (MIAF) / 2023
Golden Key Honor Society, Swinburne University of Technology / 2022