Raffy Dematawaran
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About
Senior Product 3D Animation Manager
A seasoned multimedia design manager with 20+ years of industry experience, recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for art direction and design solutions. Honored to have received the 2020 Employee of the Year award from the Smart Devices Business Group of TCL Company. Skilled in art direction, product design management, key visual & graphic design, videography, product/lifestyle photography, 2D/3D animations, and international product design and marketing. Proficient in communication, negotiation, business acumen, systems analysis, and resource management to support efficiency and maximize returns.
Experience:
Multimedia Design Manager, TCL Communications (ALCATEL Global Product Marketing)
Lead all activities for the creation of product demos, 2D and 3D animations, brand films, consumer videos, key visuals, premium photos, YouTube videos, TV commercials, and cinema spots
Established an in-house photography studio and recruited a photographer and retoucher, leading to significant cost savings
Partnered with creative agencies as a subcontract support, implementing in-house 3D development, photo/video production, and post-production projects to reduce outsourcing costs by 50%
Worked with senior leadership and departmental teams to ensure the company’s support structure drives business forward with minimal expenditures
Skills:
Art direction
Product design management
Key visual & graphic design
Videography
Product/lifestyle photography
2D/3D animations
International product design and marketing
Communication
Negotiation
Business acumen
Systems analysis
Resource management
Colleagues describe me as a progressive, experienced, and creative multimedia design and marketing expert who consistently delivers profitable results.
I am highly skilled in leading and managing design teams, with a track record of successfully guiding projects from concept to completion. My ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and sales, allows me to deliver superior products and experiences to customers.
In addition to my technical skills and leadership abilities, I have a strong understanding of the latest trends and technologies in the 3D animation industry. I am always seeking to improve my skills and stay up-to-date with the latest software and techniques.
I am confident that my experience and expertise make me an excellent candidate for the Senior Product 3D Animation Manager role. I am excited about the opportunity to use my skills and experience to drive the success of a company and its products. Thank you for considering my application. -
Education
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE INDUSTRIAL DESIGNMapua Institute of Technology, Manila, Philippines1992 - 1997
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Rizal Technological and Polytechnic Institute, Rizal, Philippines1988 - 1992
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Lunsad Elementary School, Rizal, Philippines1981 - 1988
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Experience
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Multimedia Design ManagerTCL CommunicationAug 2009 - Present (16 years 10 months)• Leads in-house multimedia design productions while at the same time managing the creative & strategic budgeting proposals of outsourced agencies for TCL , Alcatel, internet & wearable products.
• Excel in duties that have expanded the Alcatel’s Multimedia Design Team significantly. This has entailed directing all activities for the creation of product demos, 2D and 3D animations, premium photos, video productions for social media, Youtube, TV commercials, and cinema spots.
• Responsible for contributing to significant company savings by establishing an in-house photography studio and recruiting a photographer and retoucher; these measures have avoided the cost of outsourcing services for promotional tools, and have ensured production processes were internally controlled.
• Construct internal teams that render photorealistic 3D for use by global marketing, resulting in premium content for advanced presentations, ad tools, and demonstrations for mock-ups. This has reduced overhead costs and increased the efficiency and flexibility of promotional packshots.
• Minimized 50% of outsourcing cost by implementing in-house 3D development, photo and video production, and post-production projects. -
Art and Product Design ManagerTomex Metal and Paper Products Ltd.Nov 2004 - Aug 2009 (4 years 9 months)Originally hired as Chief Product Designer, was responsible for the conceptualization of wide variety of exceptional paper and metal products that were proven to sell well to prominent buyers in the US, Europe and Asia. Created catalogues and packaging designs for the entire collections of albums and photo frames. Immediately promoted as Product Design Manager due to outstanding performance and organizational skills, backed-up by the remarkable creative design output and increased sales volume.
- Administered the R&D and Graphic Design Department
- Spearheaded the idea generation and trendsetting for latest metal and paper product designs
- Coordinated with marketing and sales executives for technical customer support
- Directed the showroom and exhibition looks, layout designs and merchandise displays
- Designed and developed the company’s official website and product portfolio -
Senior Artist and Product DesignerD’Sily Industry Co., Ltd.Nov 2002 - Nov 2004 (2 years)Produced brilliant designs which product samples displayed in showrooms and at Canton Fair stood out. Worked together with the Product Development Manager and with the Sales Executives in creating original product designs and in attending to buyers’ artwork demands. Produced a vast number of best quality designs that were proven saleable. Well exposed in providing assistance to many of our subcontracting factories in various provinces in China.
- Tasked to head the research and development for all sorts of home décor, seasonal and novelty products
- Dealt with factory owners and managers for product forecasts and strategies
- Invited to visit a number of major vendors and manufacturing companies all around China and Hong Kong for design and quality assurance
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Product and Packaging DesignerDahlmann Group, German Lighting CompanyNov 2001 - Nov 2002 (1 year)Created various and innovative product designs mostly for European lighting market, utilizing a wide range of raw materials such as resin, wood, metal, paper, fabric, plastic, glass, and others. Most designs were based on the company’s showroom and exhibition requirements for Hong Kong, China and Frankfurt.
- Traveled to Frankfurt, Germany for exhibition design and client support
- Enhanced final artworks for presentations to big European clients
- Designed marketing materials such as brochures, leaflets, posters and packaging for all items
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Artist / Product DesignerTM ShenzhenMar 2000 - Sep 2001 (1 year 6 months)Joined a team of designers, well trained in creating unique and competitive designs for the company’s clients. Engaged in mutual work relationship towards everybody.
- Concept sketching and product design for seasonal & collectible figurines
- Produced detailed and colored artwork for sculptors and painters to follow
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Artist / Product DesignerJC Jems International ExportsNov 1998 - Mar 2000 (1 year 4 months)Developed products and sundries of various themes such as Christmas, Harvest, Spring, Halloween, and the likes. Clients of big names such as Department 56, Wal-Mart, K-Mart, Pacific Rim, Roman, RH Macy’s, Quelle, and others were served with new concepts and designs for their collections.
- Supervised a department composed of 12 in-house sample makers, 6 tinsmiths and painters
- Coordinated with 30 sub-factories with skilled wood workers, paper and fabric mache makers, resin, polyfoam, fiberglass and plastic modelers -
Furniture DesignerSCT Furnishing CorporationNov 1997 - Nov 1998 (1 year)Designed series of furniture and home furnishings for Japanese clients.
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Freelance DesignerExport CompaniesNov 1993 - Nov 1997 (4 years)Combined studying in college while working simultaneously as part-time designer. Provided artworks and designs for export companies like Barkrafts Co., Cedarwood and 1st Unitrade Inc. Served as Design Consultant as well for four exhibits at Manila F.A.M.E. Gifts and Houseware.
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Awards
Excellent Employee of the Year
TCL Communications Technology Holdings Ltd. - Alcatel Mobile
February 2021
Excellent Employee of the Year
Alcatel - TCL Communications Technology Holdings Ltd.
January 2012
Excellent Individual Award
Alcatel - TCL Communications Technology Holdings Ltd.
February 2011
1st Place Winner Header Illustration Contest
Justin / Bizee.be
June 2009
1st Place Winner ReComposite Web and Logo Design Contest
James Gleason / Recomposite
March 2009
1st Place Winner Game Console Design Contest for Movie Match
Movie Match
February 2009
1st Place Winner Party and Event Planning Website Design Contest
Claudio Sennhauser
January 2009
1st Place Winner WordPress Template Competition for Driftwood Lakehouse
B and B Driftwood Lakehouse
December 2008
1st Place Winner Home Page Design for Greek Tshirts Ecommerce Website
tshirtguru via Greek Tshirts
December 2008
3rd Place Winner + Artwork Publication, Stylized Ancient Warrior Painting contest
2d Artist magazine & Conceptart.org
October 2008
3rd Place Winner + Artwork Publication, Super Villain Painting contest
2d Artist magazine & Conceptart.org
September 2008
1st Place Winner + Artwork Publication, Stylized Space Ship Painting contest
2d Artist magazine & Conceptart.org
August 2008
2nd Place, GIORDANO “BLUES ‘EM UP” VAN DESIGN CONTEST
Giordano
May 1996
2nd Place, FIRST FILIPINO ALL-PURPOSE VEHICLE DESIGN CONTEST
PETCO Auto Show
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