I'm a self-motivated, highly creative professional with solid leadership, management and team building skills. I am able to take media projects from concept to completion.
Born and raised on a farm near Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, I have developed a strong work ethic. I have lived and worked in many parts of Canada, including six years of living and working with Canada's First Nations. I currently call Laval, Quebec home.
You will find I have a broad skill set that can be applied to a wide variety of projects. I have experience in computer game development including augmented reality (AR) games. I have also begun exploring virtual reality (VR) game development.
I am very experienced in design and development of 3D computer games, multi-media projects, web based widgets, 3D animation, audio production and web sites. I use Agile methodology to keep projects on budget and on time.
Nov. 2013 - Present
Design and construction of computer games, multi-media widgets, business websites, as well as custom computer animation, video and audio production.
June 2007 – Nov. 2013
Gourou.tv is a financial web portal that provides live ‘Technical Analysis’ stock data and charts for the New York, NASDAQ, TSX and VSE stock exchanges. Clients can maintain a list of stocks and receive notification when the stock is active. The site also produced webcasts 3 live shows daily with up to the minute market information.
March 2003 – June 2007
Freelance contracts included design and construction of business portals and web based client tracking systems, as well as customized Content Management Systems (CMS).
March 2000 – March 2003
Design and construction of the website that validates IATA codes world wide. Design and construction of a travel agency locator web site than ran on a Geographical Information System (GIS) engine.
While studying at the U of S, I was primarily focused on synthetic and electronic music. In addition to the the theory, composition and history classes, I was given access to the Synthi 100 synthesizer owned by the university. I also studied classical logic, which has served me well in the coding and media world.
The summer course at the Banff Center, “Fundimentals of Audio Recording” was taught by the audio icon Stephen F. Temmer. The course provided me with the skills nessasary to record and produce high quality audio.
The year I spent living and going to school in Japan had a profound influence on my life. The experience opened my eyes to the diversity and beauty the world has to offer. As a result of this, I have a much broader world view.
Prince Albert, Sask.
Counted among the top of my class, I was the president of the 'Independent Study Club' which gave students access to equipment and space to conduct scientific experiments outside of normal class hours. I was also active in the Drama, Swimming, Chess and Wrestling Clubs.
Know as someone who thinks outside the box, I am a highly creative and artistic person. I bring these skills to all the projects I work on.
The world of New Media is fast paced and ever changing. A simple error at the beginning can often cost a project dearly. With over 30 years of media experience I can help you avoid the pitfalls that can cost you money. Navigating the labyrinth of new technology is what I do best.
Using the Unity 3D game engine I have developed and published four computer games. I am a registered Apple and Google Game Developer. I have experiance with both Virutual and Augmented reality development. Do you have an idea for a new game? Are you looking for a game developer to work with you on your next 3D gaming project? I can develop and code games for educational, entertainment, and/or marketing purposes.
I built my first web site in 1995 and have been building them ever since. I can take your web site from concept to completion. If you require specialized features, I can code a solution tailored for you. Whether it's a business site or an online game, I can provide you with solutions. Do you need SEO (Search Engine Optimization) or updating for your site? I can do that.
I can produce everything from a radio commercial to an online computer game. I have extensive experience in video production, including 3D computer animation. If you need a solution that is outside the box then I can help. Whether it's a business Power Point presentation or your next prime time commercial, I can help you wow your audience.
I love working in the world of 3D animation. With the latest advancements in character creation coupled to an infra-red motion capture system, I can create fun, entertaining, and informative animations. With the advancements in VR and AR that are being made, don't be left behind. Let me take your project to the next level.
Often over looked, a soundtrack can make or break a production. I can compose customized soundtracks and soundscapes that make the difference. Whether it's county or grunge music, I have experience in creating it. Need a radio advertisement tailored to your customers? Looking for a customized sound track for your presentation? I can do that for you.
Do you have a project that would benefit from my skills and experience? Send me a message so we can discuss your ideas and formulate a plan to bring them to fruition.
Laval, Quebec
Canada H7Y 1S1
boyd@boydwilliams.ca
Phone: (450) 969 5247