Chris Sladek
Chris Sladek
Post-Production Artist
Post-Production Artist
Warminster, PA
Warminster, PA
Warminster, PA
Booked through 6/20
Booked through 6/20
Booked through 6/20
About
About
About
I’m a seasoned multimedia professional with expertise spanning numerous post-production disciplines. I’ve successfully built and lead creative teams, developed technical processes & infrastructure, and managed projects to ensure timely delivery. I’m skilled in creating captivating visual content that engages and informs its audience. Helplessly drawn to people who are passionate about what they do, especially those eager to share their knowledge with others. "High tides raise all boats."
Experience
Experience
Experience
Editor, Motion Designer, 3D Generalist
Freelance
March 2020 – Present
Warminster, PA
Post-production services for high-profile clients like Lionsgate, Alkemy-X, Power Home Remodeling, and the past two Democratic Presidential campaigns.
Deliver visual content that aligns with client messaging and branding goals.
Optimized client communication, where necessary, bridging technical and creative aspects of projects to ensure effective and timely outcomes.
Continuously expanded skill set across editing, design, animation disciplines, as well as emerging breakthroughs in generative/agentic AI technologies to effectively consult clients on potential benefits, limitations, and implementation.
Editor, Motion Designer, 3D Generalist
Freelance
March 2020 – Present
Warminster, PA
Post-production services for high-profile clients like Lionsgate, Alkemy-X, Power Home Remodeling, and the past two Democratic Presidential campaigns.
Deliver visual content that aligns with client messaging and branding goals.
Optimized client communication, where necessary, bridging technical and creative aspects of projects to ensure effective and timely outcomes.
Continuously expanded skill set across editing, design, animation disciplines, as well as emerging breakthroughs in generative/agentic AI technologies to effectively consult clients on potential benefits, limitations, and implementation.
Editor, Motion Designer, 3D Generalist
Freelance
March 2020 – Present
Warminster, PA
Post-production services for high-profile clients like Lionsgate, Alkemy-X, Power Home Remodeling, and the past two Democratic Presidential campaigns.
Deliver visual content that aligns with client messaging and branding goals.
Optimized client communication, where necessary, bridging technical and creative aspects of projects to ensure effective and timely outcomes.
Continuously expanded skill set across editing, design, animation disciplines, as well as emerging breakthroughs in generative/agentic AI technologies to effectively consult clients on potential benefits, limitations, and implementation.
Post-Production Lead/Supervisor
Bowstring Studios
2013 - March 2020
Conshohocken, PA
Led and worked beside editors and animators to ensure consistent workflow by pinpointing bottlenecks and realtime problem solving.
Designed and enforced internal protocols in regards to shared filesystems and project archival.
Led all live client-directed editing and color grading sessions.
Organized monthly team workshops to teach new skills and encourage growth and discourage complacency.
Interviewed and selected candidates for internships and full-time roles.
Primary decision-maker for implemention of software and/or hardware into pipeline.
Post-Production Lead/Supervisor
Bowstring Studios
2013 - March 2020
Conshohocken, PA
Led and worked beside editors and animators to ensure consistent workflow by pinpointing bottlenecks and realtime problem solving.
Designed and enforced internal protocols in regards to shared filesystems and project archival.
Led all live client-directed editing and color grading sessions.
Organized monthly team workshops to teach new skills and encourage growth and discourage complacency.
Interviewed and selected candidates for internships and full-time roles.
Primary decision-maker for implemention of software and/or hardware into pipeline.
Post-Production Lead/Supervisor
Bowstring Studios
2013 - March 2020
Conshohocken, PA
Led and worked beside editors and animators to ensure consistent workflow by pinpointing bottlenecks and realtime problem solving.
Designed and enforced internal protocols in regards to shared filesystems and project archival.
Led all live client-directed editing and color grading sessions.
Organized monthly team workshops to teach new skills and encourage growth and discourage complacency.
Interviewed and selected candidates for internships and full-time roles.
Primary decision-maker for implemention of software and/or hardware into pipeline.
Senior Editor/Motion Designer
Bowstring Studios
2009 – 2013
Conshohocken, PA
Review and annotate critiques of all edits and motion graphics.
Short and long-form editing and motion design.
3D modeling and animation in addition to VFX and compositing.
Interpret specsheets for spot trafficking to broadcast platforms.
Senior Editor/Motion Designer
Bowstring Studios
2009 – 2013
Conshohocken, PA
Review and annotate critiques of all edits and motion graphics.
Short and long-form editing and motion design.
3D modeling and animation in addition to VFX and compositing.
Interpret specsheets for spot trafficking to broadcast platforms.
Senior Editor/Motion Designer
Bowstring Studios
2009 – 2013
Conshohocken, PA
Review and annotate critiques of all edits and motion graphics.
Short and long-form editing and motion design.
3D modeling and animation in addition to VFX and compositing.
Interpret specsheets for spot trafficking to broadcast platforms.
Education
Education
Education
Art Institute of Philadelphia
A.S. in Video Production
Philadelphia, PA
2006 - 2009
• Numerous “Best of Quarter” Awards
• Awarded “Best Portfolio” of Graduating Class
Art Institute of Philadelphia
A.S. in Video Production
Philadelphia, PA
2006 - 2009
• Numerous “Best of Quarter” Awards
• Awarded “Best Portfolio” of Graduating Class
Art Institute of Philadelphia
A.S. in Video Production
Philadelphia, PA
2006 - 2009
• Numerous “Best of Quarter” Awards
• Awarded “Best Portfolio” of Graduating Class
Middle Bucks Institute of Technology
Media & Communications
Jamison, PA
2002 – 2005
• Apple Certified in Final Cut Pro 7 at age 16
Middle Bucks Institute of Technology
Media & Communications
Jamison, PA
2002 – 2005
• Apple Certified in Final Cut Pro 7 at age 16
Middle Bucks Institute of Technology
Media & Communications
Jamison, PA
2002 – 2005
• Apple Certified in Final Cut Pro 7 at age 16
Skills
Skills
Skills
Creative Editing/Storytelling
DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro
Creative Editing/Storytelling
DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro
Creative Editing/Storytelling
DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro
Motion Design
After Effects, Cinema 4D, Spline
Motion Design
After Effects, Cinema 4D, Spline
Motion Design
After Effects, Cinema 4D, Spline
3D Animation
C4D, Unreal Engine, Blender, USD Composer
3D Animation
C4D, Unreal Engine, Blender, USD Composer
3D Animation
C4D, Unreal Engine, Blender, USD Composer
Graphic Design
Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate
Graphic Design
Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate
Graphic Design
Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate
VFX & Simulation
Houdini, Cinema4D, Omniverse, After Effects
VFX & Simulation
Houdini, Cinema4D, Omniverse, After Effects
VFX & Simulation
Houdini, Cinema4D, Omniverse, After Effects
Color Grading
DaVinci Resolve
Color Grading
DaVinci Resolve
Color Grading
DaVinci Resolve
Generative A.I.
Industry leaders with a focus on ComfyUI.
Generative A.I.
Industry leaders with a focus on ComfyUI.
Generative A.I.
Industry leaders with a focus on ComfyUI.
Interactive Design
Spline, Rive, Framer
Interactive Design
Spline, Rive, Framer
Interactive Design
Spline, Rive, Framer
High-End Workstation Builds
Consulting, Part selection, Custom Water-Cooling.
High-End Workstation Builds
Consulting, Part selection, Custom Water-Cooling.
High-End Workstation Builds
Consulting, Part selection, Custom Water-Cooling.