Ray Zining Lai

skraylai@hotmail.com | www.linkedin.com/in/ray-zining-lai
181 Martindale Ave. Oakville, ON L6H4H2

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sheridan College Bachelor of Animation Program Oakville, Canada

Thesis Film Project “Getting Down” Sept. 2023—Apr. 2024
 Produce a one-minute personal thesis film under the mentorship of Professor Darin Bristow
 Build the whole production pipeline from the initial pre-production phase to the final stages of post-production
 Develop the film’s visual appeal by creating the storyboard, designing assets, 3D animation, and lighting on Maya

Beicheng Animation Technology Co., Ltd. Hangzhou, China

Intern 3D Animator Jun. 2022—Aug. 2022
 Engaged in 3D animation cleanup and refinement based on Mo-cap data of 2 online animated shows
 Ensured the final outputs aligned seamlessly with the artistic vision of the projects
 Collaborated with storyboard artists and directors to translate their creative concepts into 3D layouts and skillfully
stage animation sequences
 Produced detailed 3D animation performances using Maya throughout the animation pipeline
 Contributed significantly to various stages of the production process

Salad Monster Studios Oakville, Canada

Group Thesis Film Member Sept. 2021—Apr. 2022
 Collaborated seamlessly within a 10-member team to create a compelling film under the mentorship of Professor
Mark Palowich
 Led the production of a 6-minute 3D animation short film, "Fin," from the initial pre-production phase to the final
stages of post-production
 Contributed significantly to the film’s visual appeal by designing assets, 3D animation, and lighting with Blender
 Innovatively developed particle effects to produce magical-feeling lighting, and enhanced the film’s overall
aesthetic and narrative impact

SIA Education Guangzhou, China

Part-time Tutor Mar. 2020—Jul. 2020
 Customized curricula for each student, strengthening their foundational skills and fostering creative thinking for
animation
 According to students’ unique talents and styles, I mentored students in crafting personalized portfolios for
animation undergraduate program applications
 Provided individualized assistance and mentorship, guiding students in developing their artistic voices
EXTRACURRICULAR EXPERIENCE
Volunteer Event in Guangzhou International Festival of Flower Art Sept. 2017
 Actively participated in every production meeting; offered precise consecutive translations between foreign florists
and local assistants to facilitate clear communication and collaboration
 Engaged in art directing; interpreted and implemented florists’ ideas to ensure the artistic vision; ensured accurate
realization of artistic vision

EDUCATION
 Bachelor of Animation (Honours) | Expected graduate in Apr. 2024
 Sheridan College, Oakville, ON

SKILLS
 Language Skills: Cantonese (Native or bilingual proficiency), Mandarin (Native or bilingual proficiency), English
(Professional working proficiency), Japanese (Professional working proficiency)
 Proficient in 3D animation production, with fluency in various software applications including Storyboard Pro,
Maya, Blender, Substance 3D Painter, Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, Zbrush, and Nuke
 Passionate about bringing stories and characters to life in animations for feature films, TV series, and games
 Strong communication skills, excellent collaboration, effective problem solving and creativity