Dylan Losell

dylan_75@hotmail.com - (705) 760-5647 – 784 Elliot Ave, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5T1
www.linkedin.com/in/dylanlosell/

RELEVANT SKILLS

2D Rigged Animation – 3D Animation – 2D Builds – Traditional Animation – Life Drawing

Character Performance – Data Analysis – Layout – Character Design

EDUCATION

Animation Diploma
Okanagan College – Sept 2021 – April 2023
● Trained in the major facets of the animation industry pipeline
● Gained proficiency in studio standard software including Harmony, Maya, and Photoshop
● Graduated with a GPA of 91.6%, achieving Dean’s List status for every semester

Chemical Physics Degree

Trent University – Sept 2008 – April 2013
● Gained ability to understand and organize complex systems, as well as solve advanced mathematical
equations

MAJOR ANIMATION PROJECTS

‘Wolf Howl’ - Harmony

Traditionally animated a wolf howling and polished with clean line and colour art
● Analysed reference to ensure accurate animal behaviour
● Designed an original wolf character as well as a multilayered layout for use in the scene
● Successfully implemented arcs, easing and overlap throughout for appealing movement

‘Parkour’ - Maya
Animated a character performing acrobatic movements through a series of obstacles
● Gathered and analysed reference for each major action to obtain accurate physics and body mechanics
● Seamlessly switched between IK and FK for both hands and feet to suit each action

‘Slam Dunk’ - Harmony

Animated a dynamic action shot of a basketball player slam-dunking with an original character
● Designed and rigged a full turnaround for the character used in the shot
● Successfully handled complex prop management of basketball and dynamic camera angles

‘Like a Normal Person’ - Harmony

Boarded and animated a two character scene involving someone becoming outraged with their friend
● Thoroughly studied the audio clip to map the texture of the scene
● Boarded the scene with rough sketches resulting in clear poses
● Careful consideration of both characters’ inner monologue resulted in strong acting throughout
 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Manager
Metro Liquor Express – Kelowna, BC. Jan 2019 - Dec 2020
Responsible for weekly orders of product averaging $10,000, scheduling, invoice entry and inventory management
● Participated in weekly conference calls with upper management to improve sales and product selection
● Oversaw the hiring and training of three new employees

Cellar Hand
The View Winery – Kelowna, BC. April 2016 - Dec 2018
Processed fruit through various stages to create hundreds of thousands of litres of high quality wine and cider
annually while also performing maintenance on the fruit presses, tanks, pumps and other various equipment required
● Proved to be a reliable and valuable employee during fast-paced, high demand harvest seasons
● Became the primary trainer of new hires due to mastery of responsibilities and diplomatic communication
skills

Carpenter
AML Carpentry – Peterborough, ON. Feb 2012 - Nov 2015
Completed dozens of residential renovation projects, each lasting several months, from demolition to finishing details
● Kept projects on schedule with careful planning and ability to communicate well with other trades involved
● Thoughtful interaction with the homeowners resulted in lasting relationships and repeat customers

Volunteer Work

● Played at fundraising concerts for Accessible Okanagan

● Face painted at several public events in downtown Cobourg, ON
● Provided parking services for ZimArt gallery fundraising events in Bailieboro, ON