Lima Colati

Experience

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  Place des Arts

  Jan 1995 - Jan 1997

  Instructor

  • taught pottery and papier maché classes to children aged 4-12• developed lesson plans and projects

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  University of Toronto

  Jan 1998 - Jan 1999

  Web designer

  • updated and maintained Department of Surgery’s website

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  Imagineering STA

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2002

  Medical and scientific illustrator

  • created illustrations for anatomical and general science textbooks• produced quality artwork within short time constraints in high pressure environment

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  Artery Studios

  Sept 2002 - Jan 2014

  Art Director

  • spearheaded transition of studio from traditional techniques to digital• established colour palettes, rendering techniques and style sheets for entire studio• oversaw a team of illustrators and animators creating medically accurate content for use in personal litigation, health communications and medical device industry• reviewed medical and legal reports to create summaries of key points• generated budget and proposals for print, animation and multimedia work based on client needs and medical reports• created conceptual layouts and provided direction and feedback to team• edited resulting copy and visuals for both medical accuracy and consistent design• consulted regularly with radiologists and other medical experts• communicated with clients to procure feedback and direction• part of interview committee when hiring additional team members• trained and mentored new staff members• created illustrations and layouts for medical legal purposes Show less

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  RCAT, University of Toronto

  Jan 2008 - Aug 2009

  Instructor

  • taught workshops in Photoshop and Illustrator• developed lesson plans and handouts

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  Imagineering Media Services

  Feb 2014 - Mar 2015

  Project Manager, Editor

  • oversaw multiple projects to ensure they ran on time and on budget• acted as liaison between clients and production team• prepped work for production team, providing direction as needed• created invoices for clients• edited visual content for anatomical and scientific accuracy

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  AXS Studio Inc.

  Mar 2015 - now

  Account Director