Jersey City,
US
About
I’m Randy Davis, founder of Episode 11 Productions and a seasoned media professional with nearly 20 years of experience in video production and 3D animation. My journey in 3D animation has been driven by a passion for transforming ideas into visually engaging stories, and Autodesk Maya has been a key tool in bringing these creations to life. Through Maya, I’ve developed a strong skill set in modeling, texturing, rigging, and animating, allowing me to create dynamic, lifelike animations that captivate and communicate effectively.
Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work with clients across various industries, using 3D animation to visualize complex concepts, demonstrate product functions, and build immersive experiences that elevate brand storytelling. I enjoy exploring Maya’s vast capabilities to craft detailed, high-quality animations that bring my clients’ visions into focus. Whether it’s creating intricate product animations or engaging visual effects, I bring technical expertise and creativity to each project, aiming to deliver animations that resonate with audiences and make a lasting impact.
Experience
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3D Artist
Episode 11 Productions · Self-employed
Feb 2007 –
Present
17 yrs 9 mos
Charlotte, NC, United States
As the lead 3D artist at Episode 11 Productions, I play a central role in bringing visual concepts to life through high-quality, detailed animations. My focus is on creating 3D assets that not only look visually stunning but also serve the specific storytelling and branding needs of our clients. I use tools like Autodesk Maya to craft everything from realistic product models and architectural visualizations to engaging animated sequences, ensuring each project aligns with our clients’ vision and goals.
In my role, I collaborate closely with our production team and clients, turning ideas into immersive visuals that capture attention and communicate effectively. This includes handling all aspects of the 3D pipeline—from modeling and texturing to rigging and animation—making sure every asset is optimized and polished for final production. My goal as a 3D artist is to elevate each project by adding depth, realism, and dynamic motion, helping Episode 11 Productions deliver memorable media experiences that connect with audiences across various industries.
Education
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Abide University
PhD, Metaphysics
2007 – 2015
A study in philosophy that explores the fundamental nature of reality, existence, and the relationship between mind and matter. A typical metaphysics course will cover several core areas:
1. Ontology: The study of being and existence. Students explore questions like “What does it mean to exist?” and examine the different categories of being, including the nature of objects, properties, space, and time.
2. Identity and Change: This part of metaphysics looks at questions of personal and object identity over time. Key questions include: “What does it mean for something to remain the same despite changes?” and “What constitutes identity over time?”
3. Causality and Free Will: Students study the nature of cause and effect, asking, “What does it mean for one thing to cause another?” and explore debates surrounding determinism versus free will and whether humans have true agency.
4. Mind-Body Problem: This area examines the relationship between mind and matter, exploring whether the mind is distinct from the body, how consciousness arises, and the nature of mental states.
5. Possibility and Necessity: Often called modal metaphysics, this branch looks into possible worlds and the nature of necessity versus contingency, asking, “What could exist?” versus “What must exist?”
6. God and the Divine: Many metaphysics courses cover the philosophical questions surrounding the concept of God, the nature of divinity, and arguments for and against the existence of a higher power.
7. Space and Time: Students explore the nature of space and time, including the questions of whether time is linear, the nature of past and future, and if space and time are absolute or relational.
8. Metaphysical Methodologies: Finally, students study the different approaches and frameworks philosophers use to analyze and build metaphysical arguments, including logical reasoning, conceptual analysis, and thought experiments.
The goal of a metaphysics course is to engage students in critical thinking about these abstract concepts, encouraging them to question assumptions and build a foundational understanding of reality from a philosophical perspective.
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Languages
English Native or bilingual proficiency
Chinese Elementary proficiency
Location
Jersey City, NJ, United States