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About me

Hello, I'm Chris, a highly motivated, personable and versatile professional with expertise as a 3D Artist, award-winning Designer, and Creative Director. I possess a forward-thinking and innovative mindset, dedicating myself to achieving exceptional results while effectively balancing client requirements and project objectives.

I take pride in building effective relationships with all stakeholders across any project, at any level. With a creative career spanning over two and a half decades, I have had the privilege of collaborating with renowned brands and assisting in their transformative journeys.

3D Artist - I endeavour to excel throughout the entire project pipeline, specialising in product visualisation and technical explainer animations. My focus to date lies in collaborating with innovative companies, including medical, pharmaceutical and scientific organizations.

3D Designer - I am passionate about conceptualising vehicles and products for real-world applications, as well as futuristic and entertainment-based projects. I have been fortunate enough to contribute to high-profile endeavours in the motorsport industry, including the styling of racing cars for the Indianapolis 500.

Creative Director - I am accustomed to working across diverse creative requirements, collaborating with clients and teams to develop effective strategies and deliver successful project outcomes. My experience encompasses directing creative ideation, processes and project management to a deadline.

Experience.

Chris Beatty Design - Full-time/Freelance
Jan 2016 - Present · 7 yrs 7 months
- Working as a freelance consultancy covering an exciting cross-section of clients.
- Clients vary from tech/scientific companies to leading motorsport/events organisations.
- Creative areas include 3D Animation, Concept Design and Creative Direction.
- Work directly with stakeholders to help them develop effective and objective outcomes.
- Full ownership of the creative process and 3D production pipeline.
- Full home studio for hybrid or remote work.
- I work with both National and International Clients.

Clients include IndyCar, The Formula One Exhibition, Aston Martin F1, RedBull Advanced Technologies, McLaren Advanced Technologies, Holophane, AGA Rangemaster, Institute of Neurology, Envision Formula-E Racing Team, PDB BioTech, Milwaukee.

INDYCAR - Lead Design Consultant - Vehicle Styling
Nov 2016 - Mar 2023 · 6 yrs 5 months
- One of the principal architects of the critically acclaimed Dallara UAK-18 IndyCar.
- I was responsible for creating the car's striking aesthetics and aggressive styling.
- Liaised with the design engineering and aerodynamics teams of Dallara.
- Ensured the car's visual appearance was on brand for IndyCar.
- Reported directly to the Director of Aerodynamics and VP of Competition.
- The design was a catalyst for an upward trend in terms of IndyCar fans around the world.
- The design reported a 99% approval rating compared to its predecessor in a fan survey.
- Worked on numerous styling & visualisation projects as the car was further developed.
- Key part of the team involved in developing the Red Bull Aeroscreen.

Triteq Ltd · Head of Creative
Jul 2018 - Jul 2019 · 1 yr 1 moJul 2018 - Jul 2019 · 1 yr 1 mo
- Responsible for the creative team, including career development, mentoring & management.
- Reported directly to the Managing Director.
- Part of the senior management team.
- Projects included commercial business opportunities, including industrial design, and design for
manufacture, client investor readiness materials.

3DB Limited - Managing / Creative Director
Jan 1999 - Mar 2016 · 17 yrs 3 months
- Co-founded 3DB in 1999 and built up a portfolio of blue-chip clients.
- Led client-facing interactions, presentations, project budgeting & overall management.
- Developed strategies with client decision-makers to produce effective project outcomes.
- Directing creative ideation and processes to ensure timely end effective project delivery.
- Worked across a hugely diverse range of creative requirements.
- Identifying and collaborating with third-party contractors and vendors.

Clients Included: Carl Zeiss Vision, Ernst and Young, Deloitte, Bayer Heath Care, AGA Rangemaster, Hotpoint, Electrolux, AEG, Cable and Wireless, and GE Healthcare.

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