About Me

 

Who is Dan Hutchins?

I’ve been passionate about computers and art most of my life.  I have engrossed myself in many aspects of multimedia development, from developing websites (static websites, e-commerce, e-learning, forums, blogs, online galleries, etc.), to magazine and online ads, to building interfaces for Flash applications and DVDs, to shooting and editing a variety of video and photography.  And then some.

Please feel free to contact me if you’d like to discuss working on any potential projects.

View or download a PDF version of my résumé here.

Employment History:

2001-Present: Multimedia Developer/Photographer – Freelance Work

Designs websites; shoots event and product photography and training videos; creates 3D animations and illustrations.  And more!

2007-2011: Art Director/Project Manager – Immersion Media

Managed a team of 3D animators and multimedia developers as an Art Director; Created 2D and 3D art; Worked as a videographer.

2006-2007: Life Skills Trainer – Learning Services

Helped adults who have suffered severe brain injuries learn to become more self-sufficient; organized creative events; trained in conflict resolution, first aid, CPR.

2005-2006: – Technical Manager – Chuck E. Cheese

Repaired and maintained dozens of arcade units, robotic characters, kitchen equipment, lighting, audio and video equipment.

2003-2005: Quality Assurance Analyst – Red Storm, Vivendi, Sony

Tested video games for bugs; managed focus groups to solve unique game play problems and technical issues

1994-2004: Co-Owner – New England Toner Service

Re-manufactured toner cartridges, repaired and maintained laser printers, fax machines, and copiers; started at the age of 18; hired and trained employees.

Education:

BFA in Photographic/ Electronic Imaging, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, 2001 with honors.

Other:

Over the years I’ve taken classes and workshops in 3D Studio Max and Lightwave and have attended retreats and workshops on book and paper art.

I attended the Game Developer’s Conference in San José in the early 2000’s and SIGGRAPH in the late 2000’s (my 3D work was on display at one of the vendor’s booths).

My photography has been  in juried exhibitions and in galleries in North Carolina.  In 2006, my photography was also used in a travel guide.