Ian Hopkins

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About Ian ( That’s me! )

Since graduating from Marist College with a Bachelors Degree in Communications I have been residing in Southern Connecticut. By day I am an online consultant for a leading US consultancy, whose research efforts focus on technologies in the areas of security and independent living for the elderly and disabled. By night I am an aspiring digital designer who thrives on creating stimulating and effective interfaces. In the wee hours of the morning I can be found searching for new techniques and tools to add to my arsenal. I love collaborating with other artists and developers to create beautiful and meaningful projects. It is my goal to develop a full-time career where I can do just that.

Fun Facts

  • I’m a drummer without a band.
  • I’ve visited Gettysburg PA many times… to hunt ghosts.
  • I keep my DVD collection in alphabetical order, but good luck finding anything else in my room.
  • My car stereo gets louder the faster I drive.
  • I love a seasonal brew… or whatever is cold.
  • I love the beach, but fear the ocean.
  • I will quote Dumb & Dumber at least six times per day.

Summary

  • Magna Cum Laude graduate with BA in Communications
  • Vast computer skills including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Motivated towards achieving set goals and deadlines in a timely manner
  • Professional and energetic work attitude

Education

  • Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY
  • B.A. Communication, Magna Cum Laude with a 3.725 GPA out of 4.0
  • Concentration in Interactive Media & Minor in Music

Courses Taken Include

Media Literacy Communication on the Internet
Digital Video and Multimedia Audio for Media
Interactive Media History Interactive Media I & II
Concepts in Gaming 3D Modeling & Animation


Extracurricular Activities

Webmaster for Lambda Pi Eta Art Director for Athletic Affairs Committee
Section Leader in Pep band Actively participated in 7 other clubs


Technical Experience

Software Applications

Flash Premiere Pro Maya Audition
Photoshop Final Cut Sketchup Soundbooth
Illustrator After Effects Audacity Microsoft Office

Programming

Actionscript 2 Actionscript 3 CSS HTML

Operating Systems

Windows Mac


Employment History

Global Security Intelligence, Westfield, NJ Online Consultant (2008-Present)

  • Researched and summarized developing technologies in the fields of security and assistive technology
  • Located grant opportunities
  • Revamped company website and continually updated online content
  • Contributed to the design of title pages, brochures and Powerpoint presentations

World Wrestling Entertainment, Stamford, CT Website Moderator for WWE Universe (2008)

  • Observed and monitored WWE’s fan website to discourage malicious actions

Summer Scholars Program, Poughkeepsie, NY Assistant Instructor for Game Design and Understanding (2007)

  • Created and directed protocols in programs such as Photoshop, Flash, Audacity, CrazyTalk and Premiere
  • Educated and mentored honors students
  • Assisted students in creating 2D games and machinima videos

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  • Entourage Bobble Heads

    Entourage Bobble Heads

    Bobble heads of the crew from Entourage! Created in Flash.

  • Intro

    Intro

    A cheesy animated introduction to my portfolio. Created in Flash.

  • Germ Attack Game

    Germ Attack Game

    Use the arrow keys to move and your mouse to aim and shoot. Shoot the green germs to gain points, but don’t shoot the red blood cells or you will lose points! Avoid being hit by the germs and cells or you will lose a life! Collect pills for bonus points and life. Good luck!

  • Moon Bounce

    Moon Bounce

    A short 3D animation of an orb-like alien on a distant planet. Created in Maya 3D and edited in Adobe Premiere.

  • Matrix Machinima

    Matrix Machinima

    One of my first attempts at creating a machinima short film. This is an adaptation of a scene from ‘The Matrix’ using The Sims 2. Editing was done in Adobe Premiere.

  • Art Gallery

    Art Gallery

    A parallax art gallery created in Flash. All of the paintings are from the artist, George Alberto. Clicking on the laptop will bring you to his professional website. Clicking on any of the paintings will bring up a closer view of the chosen painting.

  • Interactive Drumset

    Interactive Drumset

    Being a drummer I found it necessary to come up with a way to bang on the drums without leaving my computer. Here is an interactive drumset built in Flash.

  • Languished Love

    Languished Love

    My first stop-motion animation, which won a Silver Fox Award for Best Animation at Marist College. Done using a digital camera. Edited in Adobe Premiere.