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Robert Z. Medrano

15251 S. 50th St. Apt. 1058          

  480-620-6043

Phoenix AZ, 85044      

robmedrano@yahoo.com


 

EXPERIENCE

Lead Sound Designer/Music Composer            Oct 2014-Present

Timefire VR

 

  • As one of the original core developers of the company, established the foundation for sound within  the hierarchy of the company's resource library to create an efficient workflow between raw sound effects and the engine

  • Adapted Wwise into the game engine to ensure use of it within the engine, improving efficiency of storing and transferring sound assets

  • Co-engineered easy tools for developer use within engine editor to improve quick iterations of asset designs

  • As company’s primary and sole sound designer for first few years, oriented new employees to resources needed for their success within the company

  • Composed and developed music compositions and sound effects, creating a feedback loop for the player to better navigate within the game and enhancing the player experience

  • Enhanced company’s 360 videos to include spatialized sound within videos, achieving a more immersive experience for end user

  • Assisted in creating a company demo game for funding, resulting in the expansion of the company from 14 employees to 20  

  • Initiated communication to other departments to facilitate an open and productive work environment

  • Entrusted with crucial closing procedures, including equipment maintenance tasks, preparation for next day operations, and safety and security of property and building

  • Delivered superior customer service by introducing and guiding current and potential customers through the game to expand our client base and to build loyalty

 

Caretaker for family member       Sept. 2013-Present

  • Manage schedule for all doctors visits, dialysis treatments, and travel to other states to assure on time arrival and continuation of treatment

  • Layout medication and instructions to confirm correct dosage during the week

  • Assist in household chores and daily routines


 

Co-Founder and Lead Artist         Aug.2013- Present

Ret-Con Games

 

  • Organize and lead weekly meetings to help further the development of the company’s games

  • Research and thoroughly investigate options for future funding acquisition for the game’s production cost

  • Manage and facilitate monthly goals to ensure the progression of the company's projects and the timely production of prototypes

  • Collaborate with co-founder to procure a sustainable manufacturing company and create a feasible budget

  • Using Krita, design and implement majority of artwork within the company, including character designs, map designs, company logo, box cover, and marketing materials

 

Digital Artist                Oct. 2015-Present

Independent Contracts

  • Prototype and design logos for small companies to aide in brand recognition

  • Work closely with clients to ensure complete satisfaction of the design

Caretaker for family member       Sept. 2013-Present

  • Manage schedule for all doctors visits, dialysis treatments, and travel to other states to assure on time arrival and continuation of treatment

  • Layout medication and instructions to confirm correct dosage during the week

  • Assist in household chores and daily routines

 

Retail Clerk     Sept. 2013- Sept. 2014

Frys Food and Drug

  • Managed cash flow in and out of a register, entrusted with accurately counting till balances, making appropriate drops, and maintaining transparent accountability in handling money

  • Self-managed the closing of the fuel station, logged inventory, monitored gas levels, and balanced register to ensure following shift was stocked and prepared

  • Consistently delivered world-class customer service by promptly smiling, greeting, and making conversation with each shopper

  • Trained new employees in day to day operations and closing procedures, cash handling, attending gas station, and marking inventory to allow effective assessment of needed and on-hand supplies

 

Operations Manager

Astor Vending Aug. 2008 - Sept. 2013

  • Assessed company’s products, sales, profits, and expenses to make sound business decisions and meet customer demands

  • Managed all ordering, inventory, purchasing, and final delivery of product to various customer locations

  • Manage all cash handling practices, inventory, maintenance, and purchases for vending machine business

  • Deliver prompt customer service through on-site distribution and product presentation to meet demand   

  • Personally responded to all customer communications and followed up to



 

EDUCATION

 

Bachelor of Arts, Art Studies with a Concentration in 3D Animation                               May 2013

Arizona State University, Herberger College of Arts

  •    Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.66

  •   Recipient of Obama Scholarship (2009-2013) and merit-based Herberger Scholarship (2013)

  •   Achieved Dean’s List academic awards 2011-2013

  •    Founding president of animation club, established officers, wrote constitution, enlisted a professor to sponsor the club, to create a new and fun outlet for animators at ASU, where there was none before

  •  Independently funded college education through scholarships and loans, budgeting the money received to last throughout the year and have left over for the next

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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

 

  • Experienced in facilitating meetings, leading presentations, and coordinating events

  • Provide excellent customer service by listening to customers and smiling to them

  • Highly proficient in computer operations and programs such as Microsoft Office, Open Source Programs, and Adobe Suite

  • Capable of working independently or as a dependable team player to meet deadlines and achieve shared vision and goals

  • Exceptional ability to learn new procedures quickly and efficiently

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