About

Hi, my name is Kuenzang Dorji. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Animation from De la Salle College of Saint Benilde, Manila, Philippines. As a passionate multimedia professional, I am skilled in creative design, animation, photo editing, and video production. Additionally, I have experience in broadcast media and digital production systems, including switchers, cameras, audio, live streaming, and broadcasting. I enjoy tackling new challenges and using my skills to complete tasks on time with precision and attention to detail.

Employment History

  • Division for Conservation of Heritage Sites, Bhutan l Dec 2019 – Jan 2023
  • Graphic Designer l ICT Technical Associate
    • Involved in planning and designing visuals and graphics for advocacy and outreach initiatives.
    • Create customized maps using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools.
    • Designing 3D models of archaeological artifacts through photographs ( Photogrammetry ).
    • Develop & archive communication materials such as publications, photographs, audio-visual materials, web resources etc.
    • Photography and Video Documentation of Archaeological & Heritage sites in Bhutan.
    • Designed Virtual tour of National Museum of Bhutan & The Textile Museum.
    • Produced video documentation for the SATREPs Project, featuring construction methods and materials in traditional Bhutanese houses.
  • Athang Training Academy l Aug 2019 – Oct 2019
  • Animation l Graphic Designer
    • The following tasks were undertaken by me for a promotional video project with Athang Training Academy for Bhutan Helicopters which The project spanned over three months.
    • Animation and scene design
    • Video composition
    • Designing storyboards
  • Kencho House of Design l Feb 2019 – Jun 2019
  • Graphic Designer l Photography
    • Product photography.
    • Produced promotional materials for clients.
    • Shot videos for Kencho House of Design.
  • Bhutan Broadcasting Service l Mar 2017 – Nov 2018
  • Broadcast Graphic Operator l Graphic Designer
    • Collaborated with production team members and clients to understand needs, review scripts, design storyboards, and create and edit animations.
    • Worked on video shoots lighting, wiring & set up of television programs.
    • Design & preparation of graphics for television/video production.
    • Manage the workflow and directions for graphics during live broadcast.
    • Responsible for designing lower third digital on-screen graphics for TV programs using WASP3D software.
  • Athang Training Academy l May 2016 – Nov 2016
  • Graphic Designer
    • Responsible for conceptualizing and executing ideas for storyboard, animation, design and layout for animation and explainer videos
    • Designing 2D and 3D environments for animated films.
    • Producing Story boards for story telling.
    • Post production composition
    • 2D animation using flash and toonboom animate pro.
  • AnimationOutsourced.com l Sep 2015 – Dec 2015
  • Motion Graphic Designer
    • Rigged characters for various animated projects using industry-standard tools and techniques
    • Composited animated scenes in Adobe After Effects, adding special effects and post-production elements as needed.
    • Designed characters, environments, and storyboards for a range of animated series.

Education

  • Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia l Feb 2023 – Present
    • Master’s degree, Digital Communication & Media/Multimedia
  • De la Salle College of Saint Benilde, Philippines l Jan 2012 – Dec 2015
    • Bachelor of Arts in Animation
 

Honors & Awards

  • 3rd Place at Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival in Animation category 3rd Place at Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival in Animation category
    • Issued by Cultural Centre of the Philippines · Aug 2016
  • One of the 15th finalist at 3rd Annual Benilde Animation Festival
    • Issued by De la Salle College of Saint Benilde · Jun 2016