Kevin Taylor
Visiting Assistant Professor of BA Digital Media at Greenville University- Claim this Profile
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Aleksander Hill
Kevin is an incredible 3D environmental artist, as well as an excellent University instructor. I was a student of his when I was in his advanced CGI Production class, and if it wasn't for his incredible teaching intelligence, I would not have been able to become an advanced 3D artist, as well as a quick and efficient team member that I am today. Kevin also knew that I was a different type of learner, he adjusted his teaching method to help me progress through the class, without slowing down the pace of the curriculum. I will always be thankful to have had the opportunity to learn under his excellent guidance.
Tamsen Reed
Kevin Taylor was my professor during my time at Webster University. He's a teacher of the highest caliber that genuinely cared about the success of his students. His assignment briefs were always very clearly articulated with straightforward grading criteria. Though Kevin had high expectations for the capabilities of his students, they did not scare or stupefy. Rather, they inspired personal growth and a desire to always go above and beyond. Kevin’s grading was always more than fair, and any points that were lost on assignments were clearly explained with references to the grading criteria of the assignment. He always took the time to provide meaningful and constructive feedback on all assignments, whether it was an essay or a 3D model. Through his sincerity and unflinching willingness to discuss topics like sexism and racism in video games and the industry itself, Kevin was able to create an environment that was very inclusive to students of all walks of life. His teaching style is full of humor and insightful explanations that were able to hold students’ attention, even during morning classes. Kevin’s lectures were always very interactive, and it never felt like a chore to participate in the conversations that he led. I would recommend Kevin Taylor without question to any company or university. His attention to detail and ability to instruct, challenge, and inspire his students would be celebrated at any establishment lucky enough to have him in their employ.
Aleksander Hill
Kevin is an incredible 3D environmental artist, as well as an excellent University instructor. I was a student of his when I was in his advanced CGI Production class, and if it wasn't for his incredible teaching intelligence, I would not have been able to become an advanced 3D artist, as well as a quick and efficient team member that I am today. Kevin also knew that I was a different type of learner, he adjusted his teaching method to help me progress through the class, without slowing down the pace of the curriculum. I will always be thankful to have had the opportunity to learn under his excellent guidance.
Tamsen Reed
Kevin Taylor was my professor during my time at Webster University. He's a teacher of the highest caliber that genuinely cared about the success of his students. His assignment briefs were always very clearly articulated with straightforward grading criteria. Though Kevin had high expectations for the capabilities of his students, they did not scare or stupefy. Rather, they inspired personal growth and a desire to always go above and beyond. Kevin’s grading was always more than fair, and any points that were lost on assignments were clearly explained with references to the grading criteria of the assignment. He always took the time to provide meaningful and constructive feedback on all assignments, whether it was an essay or a 3D model. Through his sincerity and unflinching willingness to discuss topics like sexism and racism in video games and the industry itself, Kevin was able to create an environment that was very inclusive to students of all walks of life. His teaching style is full of humor and insightful explanations that were able to hold students’ attention, even during morning classes. Kevin’s lectures were always very interactive, and it never felt like a chore to participate in the conversations that he led. I would recommend Kevin Taylor without question to any company or university. His attention to detail and ability to instruct, challenge, and inspire his students would be celebrated at any establishment lucky enough to have him in their employ.
Aleksander Hill
Kevin is an incredible 3D environmental artist, as well as an excellent University instructor. I was a student of his when I was in his advanced CGI Production class, and if it wasn't for his incredible teaching intelligence, I would not have been able to become an advanced 3D artist, as well as a quick and efficient team member that I am today. Kevin also knew that I was a different type of learner, he adjusted his teaching method to help me progress through the class, without slowing down the pace of the curriculum. I will always be thankful to have had the opportunity to learn under his excellent guidance.
Tamsen Reed
Kevin Taylor was my professor during my time at Webster University. He's a teacher of the highest caliber that genuinely cared about the success of his students. His assignment briefs were always very clearly articulated with straightforward grading criteria. Though Kevin had high expectations for the capabilities of his students, they did not scare or stupefy. Rather, they inspired personal growth and a desire to always go above and beyond. Kevin’s grading was always more than fair, and any points that were lost on assignments were clearly explained with references to the grading criteria of the assignment. He always took the time to provide meaningful and constructive feedback on all assignments, whether it was an essay or a 3D model. Through his sincerity and unflinching willingness to discuss topics like sexism and racism in video games and the industry itself, Kevin was able to create an environment that was very inclusive to students of all walks of life. His teaching style is full of humor and insightful explanations that were able to hold students’ attention, even during morning classes. Kevin’s lectures were always very interactive, and it never felt like a chore to participate in the conversations that he led. I would recommend Kevin Taylor without question to any company or university. His attention to detail and ability to instruct, challenge, and inspire his students would be celebrated at any establishment lucky enough to have him in their employ.
Aleksander Hill
Kevin is an incredible 3D environmental artist, as well as an excellent University instructor. I was a student of his when I was in his advanced CGI Production class, and if it wasn't for his incredible teaching intelligence, I would not have been able to become an advanced 3D artist, as well as a quick and efficient team member that I am today. Kevin also knew that I was a different type of learner, he adjusted his teaching method to help me progress through the class, without slowing down the pace of the curriculum. I will always be thankful to have had the opportunity to learn under his excellent guidance.
Tamsen Reed
Kevin Taylor was my professor during my time at Webster University. He's a teacher of the highest caliber that genuinely cared about the success of his students. His assignment briefs were always very clearly articulated with straightforward grading criteria. Though Kevin had high expectations for the capabilities of his students, they did not scare or stupefy. Rather, they inspired personal growth and a desire to always go above and beyond. Kevin’s grading was always more than fair, and any points that were lost on assignments were clearly explained with references to the grading criteria of the assignment. He always took the time to provide meaningful and constructive feedback on all assignments, whether it was an essay or a 3D model. Through his sincerity and unflinching willingness to discuss topics like sexism and racism in video games and the industry itself, Kevin was able to create an environment that was very inclusive to students of all walks of life. His teaching style is full of humor and insightful explanations that were able to hold students’ attention, even during morning classes. Kevin’s lectures were always very interactive, and it never felt like a chore to participate in the conversations that he led. I would recommend Kevin Taylor without question to any company or university. His attention to detail and ability to instruct, challenge, and inspire his students would be celebrated at any establishment lucky enough to have him in their employ.
Experience
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Greenville University
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Visiting Assistant Professor of BA Digital Media
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Jun 2023 - Present
Program evaluation and revision. Hardware assessment. Writing of a new program in 3D Production. Program evaluation and revision. Hardware assessment. Writing of a new program in 3D Production.
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Imperator Interactive
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United States
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Animation
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Artist and developer
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Jun 2022 - Present
Imperator Interactive creates and published artwork with accompanying Augmented Reality animations. From comic books and posters to augmented reality (AR) applications, they seek to push the boundaries of traditional and cross media storytelling practices for new and innovative user experiences. The company released its first comic book miniseries, Ophidian, in Fall 2022. The series follows unlikely heroes as they resist an apocalyptic prophecy in a dark underworld that exists outside of our view. An accompanying AR application that will bring the comics pages to life is in development, with animations furthering the comics story by providing unique insights into events, and the characters inner workings. Show less
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California State University, Chico
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Professor - BSc in Computer Animation and Game Development
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Jul 2018 - Jun 2022
Curriculum development. Introductory to advanced classes in Digital Art, 3D modelling and animation production. University service: 2020 - CSU Curriculum Advisory Board - Board member and representative of E.C.C. 2020 - E.C.C. Curriculum Committee - Board member and representative of E.C.C. 2019 - E.C.C. Leadership Council - member 2019 - Pleasant Valley Highschool - guest lecturer 2019 - Core Butte High School - career expo 2018 - First Generation Faculty Association - member 2017 - Steel Highschool Curriculum Advisory Board - member Show less
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Various
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Recent Conferences and Presentations
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Jun 2016 - May 2022
SELECTED CONFERENCES 2022 - Computer Simulation & Gaming Conference. "Transmedia Narratology: Research exploration". Online. 2021 - Transmedia Art Exhibition. "Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience." Boston. 2021 - Computer Simulation & Gaming Conference. "Transmedia Environmental Development". Online. Presentation. 2020 - International Conference on Computer Animation and Artificial Intelligence. "Procedural Generation for Transmedia Narrative development" Dubai. 2019 - International Conference on Computer Graphics and Technology. “Modular 3D Environmental Development for Augmented Reality”. San Francisco, CA. 2019 - 31st World Psychiatrists and Psychologists Conference. “Developing interactive programs to benefit mental health and addiction”. Tokyo, Japan. 2018 - Advancements in Graphic Design and Animation Conference. “Immersive 3D environments for Interactive Entertainment”. London, UK. 2018 - ECC Seminar Series. “Modular 3D Construction for Interactive Environments”. Chico, CA. SELECTED PUBLICATIONS, PANELS AND EVENTS 2023 - San Francisco FAN EXP (Comicon) 2023 - Artists Alley Exhibitor 2022 - Green J., Higgins S., Ruiz C. G. Attack of the Delirium Tremens, I & D Press, Contributing artist 2022 - Taylor, K. W. (2022) Ophidian: An augmented reality graphic novel, Imperator Interactive, Writer/Artist/Developer 2022 - Broadcast Education Association (B.E.A.) - Judge for narrative category 2021 - Film Freeway Animation Competition - Judge for animation category 2020 - Broadcast Education Association (B.E.A.) - Judge for narrative category 2020 - Taylor, K. W. (2020) "Adapting to the Virtual Classroom", CSU Chico Today - Article 2020 - Green J., Higgins S., Ruiz C. G. Spirits of St. Louis II, I & D Press, Contributing artist 2017 - Mejia R., Banks J., Adams A. (2017) 100 greatest game franchises, Rowman & Littlefield, ISBN-10: 1442278145 - Contributing writer 2016 - Denver Comicon - Artists Alley Exhibitor Show less
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University of the Incarnate Word
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Professor - BA Animation and Game Design
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Jul 2017 - Aug 2018
Modelling track coordinator. Curriculum development. Introductory to advanced classes. Committee work. Outreach and seminar/speaker arrangement. Modelling track coordinator. Curriculum development. Introductory to advanced classes. Committee work. Outreach and seminar/speaker arrangement.
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Webster University
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Professor/Program Coordinator of BA Animation and BA Games and Game Design
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Jul 2014 - Jul 2017
Program coordination. Curriculum revision. Introductory to advanced classes. Faculty, lab and budget management. New program creation. Committee work. Management of student clubs and gaming festival. Community outreach. Program coordination. Curriculum revision. Introductory to advanced classes. Faculty, lab and budget management. New program creation. Committee work. Management of student clubs and gaming festival. Community outreach.
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Head Instructor and Acting Department Coordinator - BA Animation and BA Game Design
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Jan 2013 - Jan 2014
Program coordination. Staff Management. Introductory to Advanced classes. Class Scheduling. Lab Management. Program coordination. Staff Management. Introductory to Advanced classes. Class Scheduling. Lab Management.
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Rebellion
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United Kingdom
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Computer Games
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300 - 400 Employee
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3D Environmental Artist
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Jan 2008 - Dec 2010
3D environmental specialist, managing level production and asset production and placement. Modelling. Texturing. Lighting. Game-play design involvement. In-company and outsource team management. Conceptual Art. 3D environmental specialist, managing level production and asset production and placement. Modelling. Texturing. Lighting. Game-play design involvement. In-company and outsource team management. Conceptual Art.
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St Helens College
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United Kingdom
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Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Lecturer - BA Video Game Production
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Aug 2007 - Jan 2008
Technical/Creative workshops. Lesson plans. Tutorials and criteria marking. 4 days a week. Technical/Creative workshops. Lesson plans. Tutorials and criteria marking. 4 days a week.
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Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
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United Kingdom
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1 - 100 Employee
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First Party Quality Assurance Tester
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Sep 2006 - Jan 2008
'Bug' finding. Tracking and documentation. Temporary staff management. Full time night shift. 'Bug' finding. Tracking and documentation. Temporary staff management. Full time night shift.
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Education
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2011 - 2013
The University of Huddersfield
MARes (US MFA equivalent), Advanced 3D Production with Narrative -
2003 - 2006
The University of Huddersfield
BA (Hons), Virtual Reality Design with Animation -
2001 - 2003
St Helens College
Foundation Degree, Video Game Production
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