Jonathan Beals

Experience

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  Animation Dynamics Inc.

  Jan 2009 - Apr 2009

  3D Intern at ADi

  3D Intern | Supporting Creative Projects | Expanding Technical Skills | 3D Modeling | Lighting | RenderingAs a 3D Intern, I enthusiastically contributed to creative projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field of 3D design and development. Collaborating closely with experienced professionals, I expanded my technical skills while providing valuable assistance to enhance project outcomes.Throughout my internship, I actively participated in various aspects of the 3D workflow. I supported the team by assisting in asset creation, 3D modeling, texturing, and animation tasks. By leveraging industry-standard software and tools, I honed my technical abilities and learned efficient workflows to deliver high-quality 3D assets.Working alongside experienced designers and artists, I immersed myself in the creative process, learning firsthand the principles of design and visual storytelling. Through close observation and mentorship, I gained insights into effective composition, color theory, and aesthetics, which influenced my contributions to the projects.Additionally, I actively engaged in problem-solving and troubleshooting, collaborating with the team to overcome technical challenges. Whether it was optimizing assets for performance, resolving compatibility issues, or implementing feedback, I embraced opportunities to learn and grow in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Show less

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  ADi - Animation Dynamics, Inc.

  Apr 2009 - May 2009

  3D Freelance Artist

  3D Freelance Artist | Look Development | 3D Modeling | LightingSpecialized in look development, modeling, and lighting to create immersive 3D assets. Collaborated closely with clients and creative teams to bring visions to life, crafting detailed materials, textures, and shaders for visual aesthetics and realism. Translated 2D concepts into precise and artistically nuanced 3D models, designing lighting setups to enhance mood and storytelling within scenes. Maintained effective communication and time management, consistently delivering exceptional results within deadlines. Show less

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  Adidas

  Jan 2010 - Jun 2010

  Technical Design Intern

  Technical Design Intern | 3D Modeling | 3D Materials | Simulating Fabric | 3D DesignPlayed a pivotal role in the creation and development of 3D footwear models, material libraries, and fabric simulations as a Technical Design Intern at Adidas. Led advancement of the design and manufacturing processes within the organization through innovation and technical expertise. Collaborated with experienced designers and engineers to translate conceptual footwear designs into detailed 3D models. Crafted accurate and visually appealing digital representations of footwear products using industry-standard software and tools. Researched, sourced, and curated a comprehensive collection of materials, including textures, patterns, and finishes. Simulated fabric using advanced software, applying physics-based algorithms to emulate the behavior of different fabrics. Engaged in cross-functional collaboration, working closely with designers, engineers, and material specialists. Show less

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  Hinge Digital

  Jul 2010 - Apr 2014

  Lead Look Development Artist

  3D Look Development, Shading, and Lighting Artist | Illuminating Visual Excellence | Crafting Immersive Digital Worlds- Executed full-spectrum VFX production (shading, texturing, lighting, compositing, and rendering photorealistic scenes) for 50+ film/commercials utilizing advanced raytracing engines, completing 100% of projects on time and within budget- Directed visualization process (Maya, Mental Ray) and oversaw third-party vendor partnerships to ensure top-quality results and deliver photorealistic renders, resulting in repeat clients and leading to 15+ client referrals Show less

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  Nike

  Apr 2014 - Jun 2024

  Strategic Leadership | Digital Transformation | Digital Product Creation | Operations Management | Program Management | Business Development | Innovation | 3D Design | CMF | Agile Methodologies | Stakeholder Engagement | Research & Analysis - 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 international team of 30 (creatives, product and people managers, engineers, XD, and producers), leading digital transformation initiatives for strategic business priorities, generating $XXXM+ in business value annually.- 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐝 global acceleration strategy and portfolio, leveraging deep knowledge of digital transformational initiatives and business models to power strategic and sustained growth.- 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐝 new business ventures within 3D-empowered verticals through global operations with factory partners, accelerating time to market and saving $XXM annually on marketing and production costs.- 𝐋𝐞𝐝 cross-functional team of Release Train Engineers (RTEs) in delivery of B2B SaaS Digital Products, leveraging hybrid Waterfall / Agile methodology, achieving 25% reduction in delivery time and $XXM in added business value.- 𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 and integrated AI technologies into 3D products, led vision for new design workflows, increasing speed of virtual material concept iterations.- 𝐋𝐞𝐝 research and strategic partnerships with top tech companies to drive 3D and AI/ML innovation.𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬: Jira, Confluence, Wrike, Smartsheets, Airtable, Shotgrid, Miro, Figma, Excel, Lean Sigma Six𝟑𝐃 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞: Autodesk Maya, VRED, 3Ds Max, Gravity Sketch, Blender, Substance 3D, Rhino, Clo, Pantora and Tac7 (AxF), Vizoo, Adobe Suite, Zbrush, Modo, Object Capture, InstaLOD, Unreal Engine, Unity, Sketchup𝐀𝐢 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞: ChatGPT, Stable Diffusion, Instant NeRF, Sensei, Midjourney, Vizcom, Luma ai, Krea, ComfyUI𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: Unreal, Unity, Vray, Arnold, Renderman, Octane, Redshift, Iray, Omniverse Show less Responsible for founding a studio to seize a market opportunity, scaling a digital-twin library, 3D material concepting, and visualization capabilities. Implemented pre-sample visualization capabilities to reduce waste, enhance communication, and drive superior product design creation.- 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 and scaled Virtual Materials Studio, securing $3M in funding, building an award-winning global team. Defined the vision and strategy, implementing cross-functional technical roadmaps that generated $20M in additional business value.- 𝐒𝐞𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 with global and regional functions and channels to deliver innovative omnichannel experiences, integrating digital capabilities and consumer interactions in alignment with digital strategy.- 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐝 multi-year project budget from initial proposal to production and Key Success Handover (KSH).- 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 & 𝐥𝐞𝐝 the material products plan and roadmap for end-to-end digital solutions in the Digital Product Creation team to transform Nike’s product creation pipeline, inclusive of external strategic partnership agreements and internal initiatives.- 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐝 and created the Digital Materials App (DMA), leading a cross-functional team to deliver a tool used by over 2,000 product creators. Stores 500,000+ assets, increasing efficiency, lowering overhead costs, and accelerating workflows.- 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 key business leaders to integrate 3D capabilities, partnered with engineers and XD, automating product design workflows, improving 3D production time 54%, rendering speed 182%, and processing 3D material time 37%.- 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐝 innovative coaching framework, achieving employee net promoter score of 78. Show less Accountable for designing advanced concept 3D materials and visualizations for internal design reviews and defining new digital tech pack standards for communication to product developers and factory partners.- 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐳𝐞𝐝 inaugural virtual material designer role and validated viability and value of virtual design technology in materials for sportwear industry, securing $1M+ in funding, establishing new frontier in virtual material innovation.- 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐝 new parametric design capabilities, solving complex design hurdles for Jordan, Serena, and Lebron releases, reducing feedback loops by 75%, and improving first-round sample accuracy by 600%. - 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 first 3D visualization pipeline, elevated global football to premier status in design reviews, and became strategic advisor for digital transformation initiatives for DPC senior leaders.- 𝐋𝐞𝐝 designs for Jordan, Serena, and Drake. Solved complex design challenges that were thought to be impossible to solve. Show less Led 3D design concepting for elite global football athletes. Responsible for right market-fit and cross-functional collaboration - 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐝 computational techniques, athlete insights, competitor analysis, and design forecasting, delivering complex 3D designs for Hypervenom Phantom, Mercurial Vapor, and Magista.- 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐝 3D footwear models and visualizations using advanced capabilities (computational and parametric design and spectral rendering), creating designs for Neymar and Ronaldo. Show less

  • Head of Virtual Materials (Production, Design, Innovation across Footwear & Apparel)

    Oct 2021 - Jun 2024

  • Virtual Material Design Program Manager

    Sept 2017 - Oct 2021

  • Virtual Material Designer (CMF)

    Aug 2016 - Sept 2017

  • Lead 3D Design Artist

    Apr 2014 - Aug 2016
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  Adobe

  Sept 2024 - now

  Senior Solutions Architect | Frame.io