My name is John Harman and I have been "playing" around with art and design for a few years on my own. I spent lot of my time in between phone calls in my support jobs learning Photoshop and other design software. Currently I am attending the Art Institute Online in their Video Game Art and Design program. I am looking forward to getting more real world experience with art and design especially 3D art. Below is my current resume. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments.
John C. Harman
john@cstone.net
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science 2004-Present
Art Institute Online
Major: Game Art and Design
Naval Engineering Practices and Turbine Theory 1993-1997
US Navy Engineering Schools
EMPLOYMENT
*Artist/Animator 2006-Current
Video Gaming Technologies
-Instrumental in implementing 3D design into a completely 2D design team
-Worked closely with animators to clean up and assemble 2D animations
-Created concept designs for new casino cabinets and other large scale floor designs
-Designed illustrations and media for use by the sales force at tradeshows
*Game Reviewer 2006-Current
GamersInfo.net
-Review/previewed numerous game titles across all game systems
-Blogged for various Massively Multiplayer titles
*NOC Analyst 2005-2006
Video Gaming Technologies
-Assisted in designing and configuring server farm for monitoring network operations
-Performed troubleshooting for client base and field staff
*Bar Manager 2004-2005
South River Grill/Sidelines Cafe
-Setup and managed restaurant in new location
-Configured POS system for satellite location
-Managed staff of 15 servers and 13 kitchen personnel
*Customer Service Manager/IT Director 2003-2004
Jefferson Supply Company
- Maintained a MS SQL database used in inventory management and ordering for janitorial supplies
- Managed staff of support technicians for supporting customer base
*Retail Manager 2002-2003
Babbage’s Software/Gamestop
-Oversaw daily operations of game retail store with 10+ sales associates
-Recommended game titles based on customer’s likes and dislikes
*Systems Engineer/Web Artist 2001-2002
Macrosoft Systems Inc.
-Maintained systems for 150+ clients
-Installed and configured servers and desktop computers for businesses and students
-Designed and created graphics for web sites using Photoshop, Fireworks, Freehand, and Flash
*DNS Administrator/Provisioning Manager 2000-2001
Broadslate Networks
*Assistant Network Admin/Computer Support Specialist 2000
William McDonough+ Partners
SKILLS
Software
Adobe Photoshop MS Word
Adobe Flash MS Excel
Adobe Illustrator MS Outlook
Adobe Aftereffects 3D Studio Max
Maya Neverwinter Nights Engine
UnrealEd
Fine Arts
Drawing/Sketching Composition, Form & Space Color Theory
Design Layout Creative Writing
Business
Customer Service Time Management
Work Scheduling Sales
Conflict Management Self-Starter
Game Expertise and Focus
Console and PC games Role-playing games Action/Adventure games Real Time Strategy
Puzzle games Platformer games
Accomplishments
Honor Roll Art Institute Online
Producer for Game Production Team Class Art Institute Online
Maya Rigging and Animation course Maya Training Center
Alpha and Beta testing for numerous Massively Multiplayer Titles
Comic Book Coloring for various projects
Student Member of IGDA
