Brandon Skoog, MSE

bskoog@umich.edu ⦁ 616-890-8101
7793 Ashwood Dr. SE Ada, MI 49301 ⦁ brandonskoog.weebly.com
EDUCATION
2019 UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, Rackham Graduate School Ann Arbor, MI
Master of Science & Engineering in Macromolecular Science and Engineering
2018 UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, College of Engineering Ann Arbor, MI
Bachelor of Science & Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering
• Cumulative GPA: 3.59/4.0, magna cum laude
• Dean’s Honor List: Fall 2015, Winter 2016 , Fall 2016, Winter 2017, Winter 2018
• University Honors: Fall 2015, Winter 2016, Fall 2016
• Member, Michigan Materials Society
ADDITIONAL STUDIES
2021 CG SPECTRUM Melbourne, Australia (Online)
3D Modeling Student
• Creates computer-generated representations of objects, characters, and environments in 3D space using 2D
sketches or Ai drawings in order to have visual effects or animation applied in the future
• Corresponds with mentors, who have worked at studios such as Disney, Bardel, and Weta, for professional
feedback and to ensure a greater understanding of the latest techniques and industrial workflows
• Demonstrates working knowledge of 3D theory and technical aspects of Autodesk Maya and Substance Painter by
retopologizing, texturing, lighting, and rendering 3D models
2016 KING’S COLLEGE LONDON London, United Kingdom
Summer Study Abroad Student
• Completed classes in Film Studies as well as International Studies and Security to expand academic horizon
• Participated in cultural excursions to understand the English culture and England’s international relationships
• Engaged with other students of numerous nationalities and backgrounds to better understand foreign perspectives
WORK EXPERIENCE
2017 HASTINGS MANUFACTURING COMPANY Hastings, MI
Summer Manufacturing Engineering Intern
• Built an impulse excitation apparatus and implemented a process for testing the Young’s modulus of metal samples
resulting in new company-wide guidelines and technique for analysis
• Performed daily metallurgical examinations of specimens under an optical microscope cross-referencing results
with metal classifications and standards in order to accurately determine material quality
• Introduced and presented new material property standards to the Engineering Department, Chief Metallurgist, and
Executive Vice President to enhance company-wide analytical practices
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
2017-2018 UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, Optical Drug Delivery Ring Ann Arbor, MI
• Collaborated with a team of four Materials Science and Engineering students to create a new treatment method for
glaucoma by designing a biodegradable optical drug delivery ring exploring alternatives to surgery
• Evaluated material performance based on degradation kinetics, mechanical properties, and FDA requirements to
progress towards a prototype design
• Co-authored reports and presented research to project sponsors and peers on problem background, customer
needs, market structure, and materials selection to determine product feasibility
• Designed all artistic representations and visual diagrams of prototype to ease audience interpretation
EXTRA CURRICULAR EXPERIENCE
2015-2019 BIG TICKET PRODUCTIONS Ann Arbor, MI
Vice President
• Co-managed an executive board overseeing a 40-person organization that brings internationally recognized music
artists to the University of Michigan campus for large scale concerts
• Developed work streams implemented by 12 board members for activities such as budgeting, advertising, and
external partnerships for the planning of multiple events resulting in an average revenue of $78,333 per show
• Facilitated day of show logistics through constant communication and coordination with artist, artist’s
management, stage hands, security detail, and venue staff to ensure a successful production
• Planned inaugural music business conference, Tempo, hosted at the Ross School of Business that brought leaders
from across the music industry to speak to interested students and community members
SKILLS
• Engineering Skills: Efficient with MATLAB and experience with ASTM and ISO Standards
• Computer Graphic Skills: Versed in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Substance Painter, Autodesk Maya
• Office Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook as well as Google Drive Applications