aaron carlisle
Lead Pipeline TD at Epic Games
lead pipeline td epic game
passionate technical artist enjoys game film industry . experienced unreal engine , many dcc application ( nuke , maya , 3dsmax , etc ) , rigging , animation , c++ , python development primary focus pipeline development help artist focus art rather technical bit slow artistic flow . love solving problem daydreaming . http : //www.aaronbcarlisle.me
Epic Games
https://www.linkedin.com/company/epic-games
Lead Pipeline TD for Fortnite.
Cary, North Carolina, United States
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Lead Pipeline TD
Epic Games
https://www.linkedin.com/company/epic-games
Main role has been building an asset management system tailored for Fortnite with Shotgun and P4V automation and control. This system bridges the gap between departments as well as the Unreal Engine.  It facilitates the quality control (validation) of assets between departments, ensures automation for things outside of the artist's artistic responsibility with a strong focus on allowing artists to focus on what makes them awesome rather than dealing with naming conventions, asset file control or scene management.

In addition to the Fortnite Asset Management system, I also have the following responsibilities: Part of UE4 Python exposure evaluation and forward driving of internal tools using Python in Unreal Engine to bridge the gap between DCC pipeline workflow and UE4. Facilitating and managing the deprecation of legacy tools and migration of current code base into a new framework. Internal Jenkins server owner and manager of studio tool deployment. Responsible for tool development and support for DCC applications along with possible plugin/C++ support for UE4 and DCC as it relates to the pipeline and art side of Epic.

Skills Used: UE4, Python, C++, Jenkins, Jenkins Declarative Pipeline

Projects Worked On:
Fortnite
Spyjinx
UE5 Demo
Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area
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Pipeline TD
Epic Games
https://www.linkedin.com/company/epic-games
Worked on developing internal tools and pipeline workflow-related tasks.  Worked on special projects and collaborated with fellow artists and technical artists on work related to the internal projects at Epic Games.

Skills Used: Python, Maxscript, Perforce, Blueprints, Maya, UE4.

Projects Worked On:
Siren (showcased at 2018 GDC)
Paragon
Fortnite
Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area
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Technical Animator (Rigger, TD)
Epic Games
https://www.linkedin.com/company/epic-games
Responsible for Rigging assets for multiple game projects, Engine Side Dynamics and Cloth Physics, Minor Animations, tool development for internal art department, troubleshooting existing tools and rigs and solving day to day problems that might arise. Work closely with Modelers, Animators, Marketing, Trailer Caption Team, and fellow Tech Artists in ensuring the needs of the project get met with the best visual representation with a focus on not only aesthetic, but performance.

Skills Used: (PySide, PySide2, Qt) Python, C++, Rigging, Maya, UE4, 3ds Max, Apex Cloth Sim, Anim Dynamics, Blue Prints, Perforce.

Projects Worked On:
PARAGON
-- Heroes Shipped:
Kwang (Rig, Weighting, Dynamics, Cloth)
Aurora (Rig, Weighting, Dynamics, Cloth)
Revenant (Rig, Weighting, Dynamics, Cloth)
Zinx (Rig, Weighting, Dynamics, Cloth, 1.5 skin)
Drongo (Rig, Weighting, Dynamics, 1.5 skins) (First Character to ship with Rigid Body Node)

-- Skins Shipped :
Steel Doomsday Skin (Weighting, Dynamics, Cloth)
Hardcase Howitzer Skin (Dome Animation, Weighting, Dynamics)
Ruby Scarab Grux (Weighting, Dynamics, Cloth)
Obsidian Rampage (Weighting, Dynamics)
Rogue Kallari (Weighting, Cloth)
Raven Quill Revenant (Weighting, Dynamics, Cloth)
Shellshock Gadget (Weighting, Dynamics)
Snakebite Murdock (Weighting)
Biofreak Murdock (Weighting)

FORTNITE
Prop Rigging
Cary, NC
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Associate Technical Animator (Rigger, TD)
Reel FX
https://www.linkedin.com/company/reel-fx
Responsible for debugging and developing proprietary tools built in Python, C++ and MEL. Worked in developing tools for pipeline publishing, Nuke Matte Development, VFX, Surfacing, and many other areas of the pipeline. Constantly worked with others in developing solutions for day to day issues based on the needs of the project.

Skills used: C++, Python, PyQt, Vim, Linux, tcsh/bash, Git, Maya, Nuke.

Projects Worked On:
W.I.S.H. Police
S.C.O.O.B.
Dallas/Fort Worth Area
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Pipeline TD
Renewal Body Contouring
https://www.linkedin.com/company/renewal-body-contouring
Responsible for all graphic design, procedure illustrations, video editing, trouble shooting and web design/coding. Provided detailed procedure illustrations emphasizing on simplicity and clarity. Managed all video editing and storyboarding. Managed all troubleshooting issues with multiple Wordpress websites on a daily level. Managed all logo creations, business cards, brochures, email blasts and design for multiple businesses in the cosmetic industry.

Skills used: HTML, CSS, Java, PHP, JQuery, Wordpress, MySQL, Photoshop, Premier.
Durham, North Carolina
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Art Director
US Army
https://www.linkedin.com/company/us-army
Responsible for packing personnel and cargo parachutes. Loading aircrafts for support missions. Rigging up loads for drop offs. Ensuring all standards are met for military airborne operations. Ensured airborne proficiency by constantly participating in airborne jumps. Managed small teams in training environments and participated in physical competitions between units.

Awards: Warrior Leaders Course, Physical Fitness Badge, Army Good Conduct Medal, Combat Lifesaver, Parachutist Badge.
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
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92R
YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties
https://www.linkedin.com/company/ymcapkc
Gymnastics coach
Lakewood, Washington, United States
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Gymnastics Instructor
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Digital Sculptors Union,
Technical Animation Group
Computer Animation
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Full Sail University
https://www.linkedin.com/school/full-sail-university/
High School Diploma
Visual Art
Visual and Performing Arts
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Tacoma School of the Arts
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For possessing outstanding work ethic and embodying the true spirit of Character Rigging.
Full Sail University
Course Director Award - Character Rigging 2
For possessing outstanding work ethic and embodying the true spirit of Production Modeling.
Full Sail University
Course Director Award - Production Modeling
Pushups in 2 Minutes: 73
Situps in 2 Minutes: 81
2 Mile Run: 11:39
U.S. Army
Physical Fitness Badge
For completing three consecutive years of "honorable and faithful service".
U.S. Army
Army Good Conduct Medal
Winning state in Parallel Bars for level 8 gymnastics.
USA Gymnastics
State in Parallel Bars
Airborne School
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Combat Lifesaver
IS0871
Combat Support Sustainment Battalion Driver's Training Course
AR 600-55
Field Sanitation Course
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Financial Readiness Program
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Warrior Leader Course
600-C44
Environment
United Way Worldwide
https://www.linkedin.com/company/united-way-worldwide
We cleared out a swamp and had tons of fun doing it. :)
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Volunteer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/colin-everton
Stow, MA
Colin Everton
Associate Quality Assurance Analyst at Epic Games
https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jrodrigomartinez
Ottawa, ON
Rodrigo Martinez
Technical Artist at Kabam Vancouver
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/matteo-dogliotti-1412ba31
London
Matteo Dogliotti
Lead Creature TD at Industrial Light & Magic
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-garcia-31371915
Los Angeles County, CA
Michelle Garcia
Assistant Head of School at MUSE School
https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnoldnathan
McKinney, TX
Nathan Arnold
Senior Financial Analyst at Beacon Roofing Supply
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-paton-20064782
Cary, NC
Brett Paton
Senior Animator
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/xing-xu-b5907228
London
Xing Xu
3D Generalist/Concept Artist at MPC Episodic
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-nivison-0450096b
Cary, NC
Leslie Nivison
Lead Technical Producer at Epic Games
https://ca.linkedin.com/in/ryanreignruiz
Vancouver, BC
Ryan Ruiz
CFX TD (Feature Animation & VFX) at Industrial Light & Magic
https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-miller-9441a618a
Orange County, CA
Benjamin Miller
Undergraduate at Purdue University
https://nz.linkedin.com/in/stephan-gailer
Red Beach
Stephan Gailer
CFX/Grooming Artist at BRON Studios
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuasmith1028
Greater Phoenix Area
Joshua Smith
Studying Pastoral Leadership at Hillsong College
https://au.linkedin.com/in/samghafari
Gold Coast, QL
Sam Ghafari
Technical Director & Game Developer
https://cn.linkedin.com/in/%E5%86%A0%E4%B8%AD-%E6%9D%8E-5839b0a4
Nanjing
李冠中
腾讯 - 动画艺术家
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-arnold-9b578883
McKinney, TX
Matt Arnold
Senior System Technician at City of Frisco
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophermarini
Salt Lake City, UT
Chris Marini
Lead Technical Animator at Epic Games 🎮
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavyn-thompson-810257a
Irvine, CA
Gavyn Thompson
Senior Pipeline Technical Artist II at Blizzard Entertainment
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyputnam
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
Jeremy Putnam
Art Lead at Riot Games
https://www.linkedin.com/in/teepee3d
United States
Tamara Paterson
Hair/Fur/Feather TD
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-carlisle-3777357
Pottsville, AR
Aaron Carlisle
Regional Director - Dollar General Arkansas
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/aaron-carlisle-5aa19632
London
Aaron Carlisle
Business Support Director at Surefire Management Services
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-carlisle-a1889a174
Baltimore, MD
Aaron Carlisle
Technical Writer at Blender Foundation
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-carlisle-4263131a7
Pike Road, AL
Aaron Carlisle
Senior Software Engineer at Mindfulware, LLC