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FRANCIS J. SCAGLIONE
9307 W. 100th Cir.
Westminster, CO 80021
Home: 303.386.4449
Mobile: 303.514.4692
francisjscaglione@hotmail.com


OBJECTIVE / ARTIST STATEMENT
As a multimedia artist, I strive for divine originality in each composition. I take liberty and pride in producing high quality artwork while focusing on personal growth and freshness always. With a keen business sense and knowing what will ÔworkÕ in an ever-evolving modern world, I find it easy to devote myself to achieving success. I wish to obtain employment in a creative multimedia environment, where I have the freedom to push the envelope of modern design and help carry a team to the highest level.


EDUCATION
State University of New York, College at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
May 2002, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Magna Cum Laude)
Major: Multimedia Arts

Massena Central High School
Massena, NY 13662
June 1998, Regents Diploma (Graduated with Honors)


RELATED SKILLS
Course Work:
Web Design, Sound Recording Practicum, Studio Installation/Repair, Independent Study in Studio Engineering, Audio Production, Movie Production, Interactive Design, Animation, Electronic Music Composition, Audio/Desktop Multimedia, New Media Writing

Software Knowledge:
Macromedia Director, basic Flash, DreamWeaver, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, PageMaker, Premiere, Acrobat, basic Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Office, Peak, Digital Performer, Deck, Samplitude, DigiDesign ProTools, basic HTML

Related Experience:
Experienced in many multimedia productions and interactive design projects: Sole producer and art director of various recording artists; designing cover art and album layouts. Co-designed and co-constructed official web page for my band (www.mindcaravan.mbstuart.com), as well as maintaining and updating current changes. Responsible entirely for the creation and concepts of my personal web page (www.paisleyblue.com). Produced and created a cross-platform enhanced CD-Rom for Mind Caravan including digital videos, animations, and audio clips. I also have strong leadership and organizational qualities that mirror efficient productivity in task management.


HONORS
Featured artist in DPS Faculty Art Exhibit (May 2003)
Creativity Grant winner, Undergraduate Research - Academic Affairs (May 2002)
Installation projects chosen for Transmedia Arts Festival (April 2001, April 2002)
DeanÕs List (Spring 1999 - Spring 2002)
Featured artist in Chautauqua County Virtual Art Gallery (May 2002)
Graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors (May 2002)

ACTIVITIES
Mind Caravan, guitarist / vocalist
Regional touring band, Fredonia, NY 2000 - 2002

Media Arts Club, events coordinator
SUNY Fredonia, Fredonia, NY 1999 - 2002

Project Environment, vice-president
SUNY Fredonia, Fredonia, NY 1999 - 2002


EMPLOYMENT
Visual Arts Teacher
Denver Public Schools
Denver, CO
February 2003 - present
Long-term substitute for Cole Middle School Art Department. Develop lesson plans, execute classroom management, and maintain a healthy learning environment.

Mastering Engineer
Sounds True, Inc.
Louisville, CO
March 2003 - May 2003
Contract editing / mastering of seminar recording series for audio, video and music publishing company. All work was contracted for my personal computer using ProTools editing tools.

Production Agent
Old Main Inn
Fredonia, NY
February 2000 - present
Negotiated with and scheduled bands. Work as lighting technician and live sound engineer.

Producer / Engineer
Rhythm of... Shoeman (jazz fusion band)
Fredonia, NY
November 2000 - April 2001
Produced and engineered entire album including mixing, editing, and mastering. Created all artwork and layout designs for the liner notes and album covers.

*Portfolio and references available upon request.


resumes
Multimedia Artist
Teacher

Bio
The Vitals
Philosophy
- some of my work can be viewed on the following web-site -
Chautauqua County Virtual Art Gallery