Aidan Dunn
(916) 500-3709, aidandunn@outlook.com
EDUCATION
Major: Emerging Media Production / Minor: Marketing August 2019 – December 2023
California State University Northridge Northridge, CA
3.9 GPA / Awarded Dean's List every semester
Founded and presided over the Emerging Media Club
Taught interactive design as a teaching assistant, held workshops and assisted students in learning Unity and Unreal Engines
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Project Lead / Developer - Through the Solar Lens January 2023 - May 2023
California State University Northridge Northridge, CA
In collaboration with the Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL), led a group of students to create an educational experience highlighting
JPL’s Solar Gravitational Lens technology
Using Unity Engine, designed and developed systems for users to interact and experience how humanity has developed means
to explore the universe
Expanded project management skills through managing a five-student team in the development of virtual assets
3D Artist / Team Lead – Xtended Reali-Tree January 2023 - May 2023
California State University Northridge Northridge, CA
Collaborated with the Institute for Sustainability at California State University Northridge and several students, developed an
augmented reality (AR) booklet to raise awareness for biodiversity on campus
Using Autodesk Maya, developed assets and rendered a 3D animation depicting the process of carbon sequestration for an AR
experience, which would help students better visualize topics in the booklet
Worked closely with AR developers and led 3D team members to create assets featured in the AR scenes
Used 3D scanning technology to create photorealistic models
VR Lab Technician August 2022 - December 2022
California State University Northridge Northridge, CA
Managed school’s virtual reality laboratory, where I maintained equipment and supervised students to ensure a safe
environment conducive to students' growth
Created a series of print promotional materials to boost awareness for the VR lab
VR Video Producer January 2022 - May 2022
California State University Northridge Northridge, CA
Led the production of a VR short film from concept development to final delivery, ensuring smooth execution and adherence to
timelines
Coordinated and supervised all aspects of production, including pre-production planning, casting, location scouting, and
scheduling
WORK EXPERIENCE
Outside Services August 2018 – December 2020
Rancho Murieta Country Club Rancho Murieta, CA
Maintained company equipment and course grounds
Resolved customer issues to improve their experience
SKILLS
Blender, Autodesk Maya, Z-Brush, Unity Engine, Unreal Engine, NukeX, Hoverlay, Twine, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere
Pro, Adobe Substance Painter 3D, C#, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, ClickUp
3D Modeling, 3D Sculpting, 3D Animation, UV Editing, Texture Painting, Rigging, Lighting, Rendering, Game Design, VR
Video Production, AR Development, Photogrammetry, Project Managment
Communication, Leadership, Problem-solving, Multitasking, Collaboration, Adaptability, Time Management, Initiative,
Interpersonal Skills, Creativity, Organization
Certifications
Google Analytics certification, HubSpot Marketing Software certification, Inbound Marketing certification