Resume of Peter Thomas

Details of experience

 

Showreel 2019-2020

Showreel 2018-2019

With over 25 years of 3D creative solutions for every platform and industry.

From Creative Concept Designs, Artist Management & Project Management, 3D Tools & Pipelines Consultation, within Industrial, Commercial, Military, Education, and Health industries using 3D, AR, VR mediums using the latest Internet, Windows, Andriod, iOS platforms

Boeing Defence Australia
Brisbane, QLD | 2023–Present

Computer-Based Training Developer

Contributing to the MQ-28 Ghost Bat program, Australia’s first domestically designed and manufactured military combat aircraft in over 50 years , I specialize in developing immersive, SCORM-compliant training solutions. Collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Instructional Systems Designers (ISDs), my role encompasses:

Course Development: Designing and authoring interactive training modules using Articulate Storyline, focusing on maintenance procedures, communication systems, and mission operations.

3D Content Creation: Utilizing Blender and Unreal Engine 5 to develop high-fidelity 3D models and simulations, enhancing the realism and effectiveness of training materials.

Interactive Simulations: Developing engaging, scenario-based training experiences in Unity 3D, packaged as SCORM modules for seamless integration into Learning Management Systems (LMS).

LMS Management: Overseeing the administration and transition of training content within LMS platforms, including Moodle and the current Aquila system, ensuring accessibility and compliance with training standards.

This role supports the MQ-28 program’s objective to deliver a disruptive advantage to allied forces through advanced multi-mission air combat operations .

Real Serious Games

BHP Port Hedland| 2022–2023

VR Developer

Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement immersive Virtual Reality (VR) training simulations for BHP Mining, focusing on critical safety protocols and train cart coupling and uncoupling procedures. Utilized Unity to develop interactive scenarios, deploying them on HTC Vive Focus 3 headsets to provide trainees with realistic, hands-on experiences in a controlled environment.

This project emphasized adherence to best practices, proper process compliance, and effective communication to ensure successful task completion. The contract was completed successfully, delivering a comprehensive training solution that enhanced operational safety and efficiency.

Clinical Skills Development Service (CSDS) | 2019–2021

Senior 3D Artist/Developer

Contributed to the award-winning Maternity Education Program (MEP) at CSDS, focusing on developing cutting-edge 3D interactive content to enhance simulation-based training for medical professionals. Collaborated with subject matter experts to create immersive educational materials utilizing technologies such as HoloLens, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and WebGL.Key achievements:

3D Content Creation: Designed and developed all 3D animations and interactive modules for the MEP, facilitating improved understanding of complex obstetric emergencies.Clinical Skills Development Service
Technological Innovation: Pioneered the integration of advanced technologies (HoloLens, VR, AR, WebGL) into medical education, providing accessible and engaging learning experiences for healthcare professionals.

Award Recognition: The MEP received multiple accolades, including:

  • Bond University Sustainable Healthcare Award – Education in Health Literacy
  • Metro North Health Staff Excellence Award – Training and Education
  • Metro North Health Excellence in Innovation Award Clinical Skills Development Service

Project Expansion: Initially a 3-month research and development contract, the project’s success led to multiple extensions, culminating in a 12-month tenure.

This role significantly contributed to advancing medical education by leveraging interactive technologies to improve training outcomes for maternity care providers.

 

Abu Dhabi & Dubai 2008 to 2019

Senior 3D AR VR Interactive Technical Specialist | Ibtikar Edu Tech
Dubai, UAE | 2016–2019

Production 3D designed technology-based projects to conform to the learning outcomes set by the Ministry of Education UAE.

Creation of 3D images and animation for educational material used by the Ministry of Education across government schools in the UAE From Design to PE and Arabic and English Curriculum.

Production of interactive videos to support the introduction of electronics in the curriculum.

Production of video training material to support the implementation of 3D software.

Official Distributor for GCC Produce instructional maintenance and repair videos for Flash Forge 3D
printers.

Head of Servicing repairs FlashForge 3D printers though out the GCC.

3D Technical Specialist | Knowledge Point
Abu Dhabi, UAE | 2014–2016

3D, AR and VR interactive applications development for the UAE Defense Force and corporate clients.( Saudi Aramco, Hydra Properties)

 

Head of 3D Development | COE – Center of Excellence
Abu Dhabi, UAE | 2009–2014

Center Of Excellence

Head of 3D Development

Developed military educational material for Signals corps covering methods, systems, and equipment.

Created detailed technical presentations for high-level government bodies on national and military infrastructure.

3D Simulation Specialist | GCSS
Abu Dhabi, UAE | 2009–2014

Military 3D simulation using VR Forces for a high-level national simulation project

Studio Owner – Freelancer – Project Manager

Thomas4D Creations

Technical 3D artist in the movie and video arenas including Spiderman, Scooby-Doo, Zambezia, Speedy TV show, Ty the Tasmanian Tiger,Ty2 video games, and the Jimmy Neutron Jet Fusion video game.Technical 3D artist in the movie and video arenas including Spiderman, Scooby-Doo, Zambezia, Speedy TV show, Ty the Tasmanian Tiger,Ty2 video games, and the Jimmy Neutron Jet Fusion video game.

Heat and Control

•Heat and Control is the world’s leading manufacturer of food processing and packaging equipment systems.

•Accurately simulated and 3D rendered the extensive datasets from the CAM team, to produce animation,
detailing the processes in each production line appliance.


Children’s Animated Bible

Lead research and development consultant for 3D production pipeline.
Technical director working on character animation pipeline, character rigging and special effects; additional
tasks included layout artistry and character animation.

Krome Studios

Concept designer, 3D modeller and animator on multiple games including the TY the Tasmanian Tiger
series, The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron Boy Genius and King Arthur (published by Konami).

Launchpad multimedia

Lead 3D artist and interface designer for Educational Multimedia Products covering First Aid, software
training, crime scene investigation and virtual plant for schools across Australia.

 

Some of the other Clients

Starting as a CAD draftsman moving Architectural draftsman and 3D previsualization

Channel 7 TV Station

3D artist working in a team on program titles, 3D virtual sets, commercial advertising and motion graphics,
including 3D-visualize of the day’s news stories that had no camera footage.

Spaceframe Buildings

Head of production for below 18-meter span steel structures, designing, engineering as well as costing,
procurement and shipping duties.
•Active member of an Architectural CAD draftsman team on large worldwide projects.

Australian Custom Training Systems

Developed VR 3D training assets for the Australian Customs Service and produced search and detection
educational training material.

Lu Greffin Architects

CAD architectural draftsman for domestic, commercial and industrial buildings including international projects.
•3D modelling and rendering of multimillion-dollar building projects.

Some Previous works

Portfolio

Some client and projects can not be shown due to NDA’s some are known project you may have seen and enjoyed.

Feature Film

Started in Rotoscope and wire removal was moved into character animation on Mr “Scooby Doo” himself competing with CA animators from Rhythm and Hues for director approvals.

 
Thomas4D Rigging Tools

Developed one of the most successful character rigging plugins for Lightwave 3D that brought Character rigging to all lightwave users, also allowed me to work with the leading Lightwave artists from around the world.

Speedy

Helped a small talented team of artists in South Africa bring to life a well-loved local comic character into a fully 3D animated TV series.

OUR AWESOME CLIENTS

Client & Colleagues Testimonials

 

 

Peter is an experienced visual designer and I’ve seen several of his work products over the last four years. As the sole visual designer, he created many videos, images and even complete newsletters. Given the multimedia content as text or images, he can do magic. Peter is also an excellent team player. He never says ‘no’ and you would never see him in a conflict. I recommend Peter without hesitation to any organisation that requires someone with visual modeling and design skils.

Gregory-Nader Zoughbi

L3Harris Technologies

 

There are very few people in the defence and commercial business sectors that can turn an outline description coupled with the most basic of requirements into a visual representation of a functional system capable of operating and satisfying all the various levels of operation. In our company we are lucky because we have ‘a Pete’. He takes our vague outline descriptions couples them with the requirements and creates a work of art turning our customer’s dreams into a visual reality. But there are other reasons why we are lucky. Pete comes into work everyday with a smile on his face he brightens our lives up when things are not quite so good, he’s a great team player, a friend and wonderful family man……………………hey! Who wouldn’t want a Pete in their team?

Andrew Richards

Fuzhou City, Fujian, China

 

Peter is a visual modeler who shows exceptional initiative and talents. With minimal input, Peter is able to create models, rig models, develop a storyboard, create complex scenes, render scenes, add audio tracks, to create complete animations from start to finish.
From simple corporate logos, to complete 3D movies, Peter seems to be able to do it all.
Peter is a very fast learner with an amazing eye for detail.
He has an exceptionally easy going character, well liked by his peers, and is very comfortable with change. This flexibility makes him a highly regarded asset in any team.
I would recommend Peter without hesitation

J. Miguel Vaca

Senior Systems Engineer