Andries Maritz
CHERRYBROOK, 2126, NSW,NSW
Summary
Accomplished Senior Animator, Character Designer, Storyboard Artist, adept visual storytelling from pre-production and concept stage to final delivery on film, television and game projects. Versatile Storyboard Artist successful at working on both small, collaborative productions as well as large, deadline-driven operations. Spearheaded projects for global brands and films, enhancing narrative through dynamic storyboards and technical skill. Proven track record in improving production efficiency and collaboration, showcasing a blend of creative and leadership abilities. Creative Storyboard Artist offering expertise in script analysis, character design, development and story progression. Adept at collaborating with writers and directors to translate written vision into actionable shots. Bringing 17 years of film industry experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Character Designer, Storyboard Artist, Illustrator
Beetlebox Productions
03.2006 - Current
- Designed characters for multiple projects for Disney, Arc Games, Lightstream Animation and many others.
- Created character and environment designs for preproduction on multiple film and TV projects such as The BFG, Witches, Andy - A Dogs Tale, The Kings Daughter.
- Executed various artistic styles based on project requirements, ranging from realistic to highly stylized and cartoony.
- Strengthened internal communication among production teams by providing comprehensive and easily understandable storyboard presentations.
- Presented finalized character designs during pitch meetings, effectively communicating design choices and receiving valuable input from stakeholders.
- Assisted in creating promotional materials featuring character designs for marketing campaigns and events.
- Supported production teams by providing detailed concept art for 3D modelers and animators to reference during their creation processes.
- Contributed to the development of style guides, ensuring consistency across all character designs.
- Enhanced visual storytelling by creating dynamic and engaging storyboards for various animation projects.
- Developed innovative solutions to overcome storytelling challenges presented by script constraints or technical limitations.
- Followed animation guidelines to maintain consistent flow, vision, and style across complete story.
- Demonstrated versatility as an artist by working on diverse projects ranging from advertising campaigns to feature films, TV series, and video games.
- Contributed to the development of captivating narratives through effective collaboration with writers and directors.
- Applied knowledge of cinematography, staging and shot flow to put together easy-to-follow, relevant boards.
- Collaborated with other animators to create coherent images within scenes.
- Created sequences under tight deadlines and seamlessly integrated with other components.
- Developed illustrations for books and magazines.
Production Storyboard Artist
Various Production Studios
01.2018 - 03.2023
- Contributed to various TV series, including Spirit Riding Free and The Abominable and the Invisible City for Dave/DreamWorks, as well as The Deep, Space Nova, and others.
- Produced storyboards from provided scripts.
- Enhanced scripts by incorporating visual input, character development, acting cues, and story beats.
- Created animatics in Storyboard Pro.
- Improved visual clarity of complex sequences through strategic use of shot selection, composition, staging, and pacing in storyboarding process.
- Enhanced visual storytelling by creating dynamic and engaging storyboards for various animation projects.
- Timed and edited animatic for efficient collaboration with animation crew.
- Drew characters according to established model.
Senior Animator
Disney Australia
01.2000 - 03.2006
- Contributed to production of various animated films including Return to Neverland, Junglebook 2, and Three Musketeers
- Specializing in executing complex action sequences that demand a high level of technical skill and anatomical understanding for successful outcomes.
- Developed captivating character animations for various projects, resulting in increased audience engagement.
Skills
- Storyboarding
- Editing
- Script and story development
- Illustration
- Art Directing
- Project management
- Creative consulting and direction
- Visual storytelling
- Digital Rendering
- Animation
- Character Design
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Production Storyboard Artist
Various Production Studios
01.2018 - 03.2023
Character Designer, Storyboard Artist, Illustrator
Beetlebox Productions
03.2006 - Current
Senior Animator
Disney Australia
01.2000 - 03.2006
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