Resume/CV
Dan R. Blincoe II
Creative Director | 3D Artist | Visual Storyteller
📍 Fordland, Missouri, USA
📧 dan@danblincoecreative.com
Professional Summary
Highly accomplished 3D Artist and Creative Director with over 25 years of professional experience in digital animation, interactive media, visualization, and design. Expertise in hard surface and organic modeling, 3D visualization, and interactive content creation for diverse industries, including medical, architectural, entertainment, and commercial sectors. Proven leadership in managing creative teams, directing complex projects, and delivering cutting-edge, client-focused visual solutions. Recognized for excellence in artistic innovation, technical execution, and effective production workflows.
Core Competencies
3D Animation & Modeling (Hard Surface & Organic)
Interactive Design & App Development (Unity3D, Marmoset, SketchUp)
Medical & Scientific Visualization
Character & Creature Design
Architectural Visualization & Environmental Design
Creative & Art Direction for Digital Projects
Motion Graphics & Visual Effects
Product Visualization & Branding
Client Consultation & Project Management
Professional Experience
Paragon Fabrication — Springfield, MO
Project Coordinator / Designer
2022 – Present
Manage fabrication projects from concept to delivery, including client communication, design development, and budget management.
Produce high-quality 3D visualization packages for client presentations, internal teams, and vendors.
Coordinate artwork preparation for print and fabrication, collaborating closely with print shops and production teams.
Lead timeline and production schedule creation, ensuring alignment between client expectations and internal capabilities.
OrthoClick, LLC — Springfield, MO
Vice President of Animation / Creative Director
2015 – Present
Lead multidisciplinary teams to create 3D interactive applications, including anatomy-focused educational tools.
Oversee development of medical 3D assets and simulations, ensuring anatomical accuracy through direct collaboration with physicians and subject-matter experts.
Direct graphics and animation production pipelines, integrating emerging technologies and innovative workflows.
Manage the creation of video, interactive, and still graphics for client marketing and internal use.
Research and implement cutting-edge animation techniques and future pipeline innovations.
Dan Blincoe Creative, LLC (formerly Motion Notion) — Springfield, MO
Principal / Creative Director
2009 – Present
Provide consulting and end-to-end production of 2D/3D illustrations, animations, and interactive content for clients in architecture, law, advertising, education, and healthcare.
Deliver bespoke visual solutions, including character design, product visualization, and architectural renderings.
Oversee both linear animation and interactive projects, focusing on innovation and audience engagement.
H Design Group, LLC — Springfield, MO
Senior Associate / Creative Director
2001 – 2009
Co-founded and led the Animation Department, elevating the firm's capabilities in high-end 3D architectural visualization and marketing content.
Directed style, quality, and artistic integrity of 3D renderings, animations, and interactive presentations.
Pioneered production workflows and new visual techniques for the firm’s expanding creative offerings.
Managed key entertainment, commercial, and architectural accounts, serving as both project manager and creative lead.
The Farnsworth Group — Springfield, MO / St. Louis, MO
Architectural Intern / Animation Division Co-Creator
1998 – 2001
Developed and launched 3D animation division, integrating visual storytelling into architectural projects.
Created methods and processes for architectural visualization, enhancing client engagement and project communication.
Bass Pro Shops — Springfield, MO
Intern 3D Artist
1996 – 1998
Introduced 3D visualization services to support architectural design and development teams.
Created 3D models and visualization assets, revolutionizing Bass Pro Shops’ internal design process.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture, Minor in Studio Art — Drury University, Springfield, MO (1992–1997)
Biblical Anthropology — Institute of Biblical Anthropology, Online (Jan 2024 – Present)
Concept Design and Visual Storytelling with Iain McCaig — Online Workshop (2005)
Study Abroad: Drawing, Painting, Printmaking — Edinburgh School of Arts, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK (1995)
Technical Skills
3D Software: LightWave (14+ years), Blender (3 years), ZBrush (7 years), SketchUp (5 years), Marmoset Toolbag (3 years), Unity3D (7 years)
Creative Suite: Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, Premiere Pro (15+ years each), Affinity Suite
Graphics & VFX: Motion Graphics, Element 3D, Video Editing, Visual Storytelling
Other: Anatomy Visualization, Illustration, Photography, Creative & Art Direction, Video Production
Awards & Recognition
Silver ADDY Award — Interactive Media, American National Fish and Wildlife Museum (2003)
Silver ADDY Award — Interactive Self-Promotion CD-ROM, H Design Group, LLC (2003)
Grand Prize Winner — trueSpace Creature Creation Contest: “Herd” (1999)
Final Round Honorable Mention — trueSpace Mega Texture Contest: “Pompeii” (1998)
Round One Winner — trueSpace Mega Texture Contest: “Toucans” (1998)
Publications
Computer Graphics World (CGW) Magazine — Featured artwork “Toucans”, February Issue (1999)
Professional Highlights
Created interactive medical simulations and anatomical models now used globally for training and education.
Produced architectural visualizations for high-profile projects showcased in national and international contexts.
Led 3D creative teams to develop immersive visual experiences in education, entertainment, and corporate sectors.
Recognized as an industry leader in 3D modeling, animation, and interactive visual content.