Mike Jacobs is seeking a career in motion graphics, design, editing, or compositing. He has a BFA in Motion Graphics from Savannah College of Art and Design. He has over 10 years of experience in graphic design for TV shows at CBS46 and Turner Studios, where he designed and composited graphics. He also produced an independent documentary. He is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Nuke.
1. Mike Jacobs
2729 Meadow Dr. Marietta, GA 30062 || 404.791.4438 || dj.beeph@gmail.com
Objective
To obtain a challenging and exciting career in the field of motion graphics, design, editing, and/or compositing.
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design – Savannah, GA
BFA in Motion Graphics – 2005
Relevant Experience
Graphic Designer || CBS46 || Atlanta, GA Aug 2014 – Present
Design various styles of graphics, both motion and still, for the local news morning shows.
Design and assist in the production of promotional spots for clients or internal use.
Primary designer for afternoon local lifestyle show Atlanta Plugged-In. Design on-air graphics for clients and
guests, as well as recurring elements and promotional material.
Compositor || Turner Studios || Atlanta, GA May 2005 – March 2014
Designed, built, edited, and versioned several different recurring graphics for various networks and properties
such as TBS, TNT, Cartoon Network, TCM, TruTV, NBA, MLB, NASCAR, and more.
Assisted in compositing roles for various TV shows and spots, including Lazy Town and Level Up. Main duties
included rotoscoping, pulling keys, color correction, and digital make-up.
Assisted in After Effects scripting and use of expressions to simplify, streamline, and expedite many recurring
projects.
Producer || Team Superlative Productions || Atlanta, GA April 2012
Produced, shot, edited and designed graphics for the independent documentary 'Beyond the Green Hotel: An
Environmental History of Cave Spring, GA'.
Skills
Proficient in:
• Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere
• Nuke
• Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel
Strong understanding of:
• Cinema 4D
• Flame
• Adobe Audition
• Final Cut Pro
I am also familiar with and comfortable working in a Mac, Windows or Linux environment. I have strong personal
skills, which is a great asset when dealing with clients and working with a team. Additionally, I also have experience in
public performance, improv, and acting.