Erik Carpenter Carp Location: Santa Ana, USA Language(s):
English Member Since: August 2008 Last Updated: 6 September 2009 Portfolio Views: 26840 Chosen as Favorite: 4
I have had a fascination with video games and animated films since a very young age. Ever since the first time I powered on my Atari 2600 and popped in a copy of Pole Position at the age of five I have been hooked. My early fascination with games gradually blossomed into a full blown passion as I grew older. My passion was not only for playing the games that I so greatly enjoyed, but also to one day be able to be a part of a team that develops such rich entertainment. While obtaining a Bachelor of Science Degree for Digital Entertainment and Game Design, I had the pleasure of being a part of several community sites that review and critique many games across all platforms. I have learned a great deal dissecting the games on the market today and discovering what makes them both successful and unsuccessful. Through discovering what a developer has done right and wrong I have been able to improve my own knowledge and skills. Not only do I play games for utter enjoyment, but to learn from them as well. I consistently excelled during my schooling to lead my program with a 3.83 G.P.A. and graduated Valedictorian with a Highest Honors award. The skills that I honed during my time in college include modeling, texture work, animation, rigging, composite and post production, and lighting. As the knowledge I gained through school and the dissection of games increased, so too did the dexterity of my talent. I have a thorough understanding of the most common tools in use in the industry today, including 3ds Max and Photoshop. With me I bring the creativity, enthusiasm and excitement to take on innovative new projects along with the resolve, dedication and determination to achieve the goals necessary to ensure the project is seen through to completion.
I am currently working on freelance projects while diligently working to start my career in 3d films and games.
