Richard Dawson
Lead cinematics Artist at Playground Games- Claim this Profile
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Aymie Martin (née Thompson)
I've had the supreme pleasure of working with Richard Dawson over several game projects including Rising Storm 2: Vietnam, '83 and IGI: Origins and also many video trailer projects. Rich is an incredibly talented cinematic artist. There are very few people I've ever seen work as hard or be as dedicated to their work. When it comes the narrative of a game Rich is an integral team player, he works with writers, artists and animators to ensure a cohesive cinematic vision. Rich understands what makes a story visually compelling and he utilizes his understanding of film, narrative and art to create complete and compelling game experiences. Rich is also a skilled videographer, photographer and graphic designer. But the best thing about Rich is that he's a genuinely kind and compassionate colleague who's always ready to discuss ideas or to teach others. Working with Rich is an absolute pleasure.
Toby Ellis
Richard Dawson is a creative powerhouse, and along with it one of the most sincere and reliable members of any team with which I have ever worked. His vision and cinematic ability is second to none, and his ability to execute while remaining calm and collected under pressure, and his ability to consistently deliver technically demanding and creatively innovative deliverables makes him an invaluable member of any team. During our time working together I came to know Rich as a reliable and consistent colleague, and would recommend him in a heartbeat without hesitation - I legitimately hope that we are able to work together again in the future!
Aymie Martin (née Thompson)
I've had the supreme pleasure of working with Richard Dawson over several game projects including Rising Storm 2: Vietnam, '83 and IGI: Origins and also many video trailer projects. Rich is an incredibly talented cinematic artist. There are very few people I've ever seen work as hard or be as dedicated to their work. When it comes the narrative of a game Rich is an integral team player, he works with writers, artists and animators to ensure a cohesive cinematic vision. Rich understands what makes a story visually compelling and he utilizes his understanding of film, narrative and art to create complete and compelling game experiences. Rich is also a skilled videographer, photographer and graphic designer. But the best thing about Rich is that he's a genuinely kind and compassionate colleague who's always ready to discuss ideas or to teach others. Working with Rich is an absolute pleasure.
Toby Ellis
Richard Dawson is a creative powerhouse, and along with it one of the most sincere and reliable members of any team with which I have ever worked. His vision and cinematic ability is second to none, and his ability to execute while remaining calm and collected under pressure, and his ability to consistently deliver technically demanding and creatively innovative deliverables makes him an invaluable member of any team. During our time working together I came to know Rich as a reliable and consistent colleague, and would recommend him in a heartbeat without hesitation - I legitimately hope that we are able to work together again in the future!
Aymie Martin (née Thompson)
I've had the supreme pleasure of working with Richard Dawson over several game projects including Rising Storm 2: Vietnam, '83 and IGI: Origins and also many video trailer projects. Rich is an incredibly talented cinematic artist. There are very few people I've ever seen work as hard or be as dedicated to their work. When it comes the narrative of a game Rich is an integral team player, he works with writers, artists and animators to ensure a cohesive cinematic vision. Rich understands what makes a story visually compelling and he utilizes his understanding of film, narrative and art to create complete and compelling game experiences. Rich is also a skilled videographer, photographer and graphic designer. But the best thing about Rich is that he's a genuinely kind and compassionate colleague who's always ready to discuss ideas or to teach others. Working with Rich is an absolute pleasure.
Toby Ellis
Richard Dawson is a creative powerhouse, and along with it one of the most sincere and reliable members of any team with which I have ever worked. His vision and cinematic ability is second to none, and his ability to execute while remaining calm and collected under pressure, and his ability to consistently deliver technically demanding and creatively innovative deliverables makes him an invaluable member of any team. During our time working together I came to know Rich as a reliable and consistent colleague, and would recommend him in a heartbeat without hesitation - I legitimately hope that we are able to work together again in the future!
Aymie Martin (née Thompson)
I've had the supreme pleasure of working with Richard Dawson over several game projects including Rising Storm 2: Vietnam, '83 and IGI: Origins and also many video trailer projects. Rich is an incredibly talented cinematic artist. There are very few people I've ever seen work as hard or be as dedicated to their work. When it comes the narrative of a game Rich is an integral team player, he works with writers, artists and animators to ensure a cohesive cinematic vision. Rich understands what makes a story visually compelling and he utilizes his understanding of film, narrative and art to create complete and compelling game experiences. Rich is also a skilled videographer, photographer and graphic designer. But the best thing about Rich is that he's a genuinely kind and compassionate colleague who's always ready to discuss ideas or to teach others. Working with Rich is an absolute pleasure.
Toby Ellis
Richard Dawson is a creative powerhouse, and along with it one of the most sincere and reliable members of any team with which I have ever worked. His vision and cinematic ability is second to none, and his ability to execute while remaining calm and collected under pressure, and his ability to consistently deliver technically demanding and creatively innovative deliverables makes him an invaluable member of any team. During our time working together I came to know Rich as a reliable and consistent colleague, and would recommend him in a heartbeat without hesitation - I legitimately hope that we are able to work together again in the future!
Experience
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Playground Games
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United Kingdom
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Computer Games
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300 - 400 Employee
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Lead cinematics Artist
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Jul 2022 - Present
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Anti-Matter Games Limited
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United Kingdom
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Computer Games
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Cinematics and Video
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May 2020 - Jul 2022
Leading, directing and creating for the cinematics and video department. Common deliverables include cinematic sequences in UE4 (at all stages of production), marketing content such as gameplay/ cinematic trailers, key art, branding graphic design and developer diaries. Responsibilities include enhancing, designing and creating the immersive worlds of 83 and IGI through the direction and creation of all cinematic art through the use of my skills in editing, cinematography and a strong sense of composition and pacing. Strong understanding of all stages in motion capture (Xsens Inertia suits, Manus hand tracking), which I help direct, act in, process and edit for cinematic animations. Show less
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Antimatter Games
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United Kingdom
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Computer Games
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1 - 100 Employee
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Principle Cinematics Artist
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Oct 2019 - May 2020
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Anti-Matter Games
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United Kingdom
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Computer Games
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Video Designer
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Nov 2013 - Oct 2019
Directing, Cinematography, Capture, Editing, Motion graphics, 2D Graphic design, storytelling. During my time at Antimatter, I have seen the company grow from its initial startup to being the biggest and most successful video games studio in Cornwall. My responsibilities have varied over the years, having both worked on promotional materials for a myriad of games and clients, to also creating UI and other in-game 2D content for several titles. (Work can be seen on my portfolio link above) Promotion projects: - Albion Online (Your story trailer) Sandbox Interactive - '83 (Announcement Trailer) Antimatter Games - Sunless Skies (Launch Trailer & Albion announcement) Failbetter Games - RS2 Green Army Men (Announcement) Tripwire Interactive - Stormdivers (Official trailer) Housemarque - Tokyo Dark (Announcement & Launch) Square Enix, Cherrymochi - Killing Floor 2 (Launch, Krampus, Sideshow, all trailers 2014- 2016 Q4) Tripwire Interactive - Killing Floor 1 (various DLC) - Octahedron (announcement, launch) Square Enix - Boundless (Launch) Square Enix - Wartide - Heroes of Atlantis (Store trailer) Kongregate - Maneater (Announcement) Tripwire Interactive, Blindside Interactive - Battalion 1944 (Announcement trailer) Bulkhead Interactive, Square Enix - Road Redemption (Launch) Tripwire Interactive PixelDash, Saber - Forgotton Anne (Launch) Square Enix - Mirage (Beta, Launch) Torn Banner - Rising Storm 2 (All trailers) Tripwire Interactive, Antimatter Games Show less
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Freelance
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Egypt
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Human Resources
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Content Creator
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Jul 2010 - Oct 2016
Many different fields of work including game trailers, event talks, product advertisements, motion graphics, and event videos. Many different fields of work including game trailers, event talks, product advertisements, motion graphics, and event videos.
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Personal Projects
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Sep 2008 - Jan 2014
Short films I make in my spare time to both experiment and further my post production skills. Short films I make in my spare time to both experiment and further my post production skills.
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Freelance Video Producer
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Jul 2013 - Nov 2013
Video trailers for several different videogames. Duties include motion graphic design, cinematography, sound design and general post production tasks, as well as full video project managerial responsibilities. Video trailers for several different videogames. Duties include motion graphic design, cinematography, sound design and general post production tasks, as well as full video project managerial responsibilities.
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Rising Storm
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Entertainment
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Video & Media Designer
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Apr 2011 - Aug 2013
Creation of game trailers at all stages, from capture to final edit. Producer of other media assets, including screenshots, game menu videos and motion graphic title/splash screens. Creation of game trailers at all stages, from capture to final edit. Producer of other media assets, including screenshots, game menu videos and motion graphic title/splash screens.
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Education
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2010 - 2013
Birmingham City University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Visual Effects and Film Technology
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