CV

Luc Chanter

Cardiff

I’m Luc, a recent graduate from Cardiff Metropolitan University, with a first-class degree in BA Animation. I specialise in 2D animation, with a love for frame-by-frame work and an energetic, cartoony style of drawing. I am currently beginning a Masters Degree in Animation and Illustration, and am looking for part-time work to build my experience . I am eager to prove my abilities and work with others who share the same love of the craft as I do, putting my talent and attention to detail to good use.

Education

Cardiff Metropolitan University (Sept 2021 – Present)
BA (Hons) Animation
Modules and areas include Movement transformation and life, storytelling in character animation and a live brief for a prospective client

Callywith College (Sept 2018 – July 2020)
3 A Levels in History, Psychology and English Language

Sir James Smiths School (Sept 2013 – July 2018)
9 GCSE Grades 8-4 including Maths, English and Science

What I bring

2D Animating

Created a 4-minute 2d animated film “Georgia and the Sword of Schtubb’n” as part of my university final project, with lively and expressive character animation as my strongest focus for the film.

An intuitive understanding of the 12 animation principles and a consistent quality of style

A dedication to quality while still keeping mind of deadlines. I came into university every day during the production of my final film and was able to maintain an output of roughly 4 shots a week for the duration.

Adept

A capable and attentive learner. Before beginning my animation course, I had never touched an animation software before, but in my first year was able to take on TvPaint like a fish to water. Can quickly grasp the layout of new software and transfer my skills between them.

A receptive listener who can follow instructions and fulfil them to the letter. Can adapt my style of design and animation to fit any specifications required and follow procedures set.

Communication

Eager to discuss and talk in a team, always keeping others updated on progress and not afraid to ask questions or take help when facing a roadblock. I always find that conferring with others on a task and talking out what I’m doing is immense help in thinking through a problem and will take feedback readily and without issue.

Personable and friendly, able to get along well in any sized team and give support to others when needed.

Can take charge and be trusted to carry my weight. During our Live Brief group project in second year, I worked with fellow students to create an informative animated video for a client, taking charge of the team, organising roles and produce a storyboard that we would then go on to animate ourselves, as well as personally managing the editing of the video in Premier Pro.

Planning

Organised my schedule ahead of my final project and arranged which shots would take priority and which could be approached later or allocated.

Can keep patient and calm while working under a deadline, not allowing panic to disrupt my work.

Can keep my computer files and folders tidy and easy to navigate, following naming procedures.

Outside of my coursework I have taken part in artistic opportunities, collaborating with others to take part in the “48 Hour Animation Challenge”, set up by Quickdraw. Using the prompt ‘shrink’, we produced and submitted a short animation that was featured in their official livestream.

I have had the privilege to attend multiple workshops, such a weekend blender tutorial that taught me the basics for building and designing a 3d object as well as getting us accustomed to the plethora of shortcuts and tools in the program.
I also attend life drawing sessions every Wednesday, which have elevated my drawing skills and given me a deeper understanding of human anatomy and how to capture/convey a pose. I have even been lucky enough to attend a tutorial hosted by Joanna Quinn, a well-known figure in the industry and a seriously talented animator.