Tristan Balmokune

Freelancer / Mixed Reality Designer        2024            
Windsor Endowment for the Arts, Windsor, ON
• Creative Direction: Designing and developing “Echoes of Windsor: A VR Time Capsule Experience” using Meta Quest 2 and 3 headsets.
• Community Engagement: Integrating community submissions into a cohesive digital narrative using Unity3D
• Content Creation: Created 3D assets and virtual environments

XR Developer & Designer        2022 - 2023            
Hitachi Canada, Toronto, ON
• Innovation and Development: Pioneered the creation of virtual and mixed reality prototypes across various industries, such as safety training, architecture, real estate, and education. Led the team in exploring new technologies and methodologies to stay ahead of industry trends
• Stakeholder Engagement: Successfully showcased technological innovations to sales teams and key stakeholders, effectively communicating the potential for business growth and enhanced user experiences
• Technical Proficiency: Ensured seamless compatibility and optimal performance of prototypes on leading VR and MR platforms, including Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, and HoloLens 2. Utilized a range of software and coding languages to enhance functionality and user engagement
• Creative Direction: Produced high-quality 3D assets, animations, materials, and interactive environments, ensuring a visually compelling and immersive user experience
• Problem Solving: Addressed complex technical challenges by integrating C# programming and AI prompt engineering, resulting in more interactive and responsive prototypes
• Training and Simulation: Developed a range of immersive training simulations, including hazardous material handling and industrial machinery operation, enhancing safety and efficiency in high-risk environments
• Communication and Documentation: Designed and presented engaging weekly presentations to teams, sales departments, and clients, showcasing prototypes and emerging technology trends. Additionally, developed comprehensive SharePoint websites for documenting prototypes and technological advancements

Digital Production Artist  2008 - 2022
Getty Images Inc., Calgary, AB
• Content Creation: Developed a wide range of multimedia content, from graphics and illustrations to animations and video editing, ensuring high-quality outputs for various campaigns and projects
• Leadership in Film Production: Took charge of the entire film production process, from scriptwriting and directing to cinematography and visual effects, ensuring a cohesive and visually stunning final product. Scripted, produced, shot, and edited video showcasing Getty Image's work culture under a tight timeline
• Workflow Innovation: Successfully revamped the media production workflow, reducing dependency on external resources, resulting in significant cost savings and faster project turnaround times
• Education and Training: Created and led instructional workshops at industry conventions, sharing valuable knowledge and best practices in commercial filming and postproduction
• Web Development: Played a crucial role in developing and updating corporate websites, ensuring they were aligned with the latest design trends and business requirements

Inventory Management  2019 - 2022
University of Windsor, Windsor, ON
• Supervisor: Supervised a team of technicians for film equipment maintenance and firmware updates. (5 technicians). Equipment included Arri Camera, Red Camera and various Black Magic Cameras.
• Inventory Application: Built an online equipment database for tracking equipment, consumables, reservations, rentals, returns, and client information. Rental applications included a QR Code tagging system with a mobile application for ease of use.

Master of Film and Media Arts (MFA) 2023                                                                                                                                      
University of Windsor, Windsor, ON
• Graduate Assistantship - Demonstrated comprehensive academic engagement by instructing classes, conducting online workshops, overseeing equipment management, mentoring students, and supporting faculty, contributing to a dynamic educational environment
• Thesis Project -  Developed "Starjourn", an immersive virtual reality experience that explores the boundaries of interactive storytelling and user engagement through responsive 3D characters and environmental narratives

Bachelor of Media Arts and Digital Technologies 2006                                                                                                                                      
Alberta University of the Arts, Calgary, AB

Information Technology Diploma                                                                                                                                       
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, Calgary, AB