Joe Pajak
About Joe Pajak
Joe Pajak is a Game Artist at Scientific Games in Chicago, where he has worked since 2019. With over a decade of experience in animation and storyboarding, he has contributed to projects for major brands and has a strong background in various animation software.
Work at Scientific Games
Joe Pajak has been employed as a Game Artist at Scientific Games since 2019. His role involves creating engaging game designs and animations, contributing to the company's portfolio of gaming products. Located in Chicago, he has spent five years in this position, utilizing his extensive experience in animation to enhance the visual appeal of the games.
Previous Animation Experience
Before joining Scientific Games, Joe Pajak worked as a Freelance Animator at Renegade Animation from 2014 to 2016. He also spent a significant portion of his career at Calabash Animation as a Freelance Animator from 2010 to 2020. His experience includes working as a Freelance Storyboard Artist at Radar Studios from 2010 to 2015 and as a Freelance Artist/Animator at Illustrate iT Video from 2013 to 2016. These roles allowed him to develop a diverse skill set in animation and storytelling.
Education and Expertise
Joe Pajak studied at Columbia College Chicago, where he earned a BA in Film and Video with a focus on animation from 2005 to 2009. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in animation. He possesses expertise in various animation and design software, including Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Flash, and ToonBoom Harmony, which he applies in his professional work.
Collaborative and Independent Work
With a decade of experience in the animation industry, Joe Pajak has worked both collaboratively with teams and independently on numerous animation and storyboard projects. His ability to adapt to different working environments has contributed to his success in delivering high-quality animation for various clients and projects.
Contributions to Major Brands
Throughout his career, Joe Pajak has contributed to the development of television commercials and web-based videos for major brands such as McDonald’s, Hasbro, General Mills, and Nintendo. His work has involved creating engaging visual content that aligns with the marketing goals of these well-known companies.