Objective

To gain further exposure and experience in creative multimedia design and education.

Education

Master of Multimedia (E-Learning Technologies) (2007), Multimedia University, Malaysia.
Thesis Title: Comparison of Learning Effectiveness of Static Graphics with Animation in Computer Based Instruction
Cumulative GPA: 3.89/4.00 (1st Class)

Bachelor of Multimedia (HONS) Film and Animation (2005), Multimedia University, Malaysia.
Cumulative GPA: 3.52/4.00 (2nd Upper)

Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching and Learning (Expected Completion - Sept 2009), Rmit International University, Vietnam.

research interests

E-Learning, Instructional Design, Edutainment, Animation, Simulations.

SKILLS

Language Skills: English (Proficient), Malay (Proficient), Mandarin (Proficient)
Computer Skills: Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Maya, 3d Studio Max, Dreamweaver, Director, Indesign.

* Proficient in both Windows and Mac OS platform.

CERTIFICATIONS

IELTS: Band 8 (2007)
Autodesk 3d Studio Max End User Certification (2007)
Final Cut Pro End User Certification (2006)

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCES

Lecturer, RMIT University Vietnam – February 2008 - Current
Lecturer for the School of Design, teaching subjects within the area of interactive media and web design.

Lecturer, Taylor’s University College – July 2006 - February 2008
Lecturer for multimedia subjects, cross teaching for foundation, diploma and degree programmes for the School of Communication.

Multimedia Designer, Hunter Studios – January 2005 – Current
Started up own company, offering various multimedia design services. Undertook projects such as 3d exhibition booth designs, web designs, desktop publishing etc.

Webmaster, Malaysian Kennel Association — November 2005 – May 2006
Responsible in revamping and maintaining Malaysian Kennel Association’s official website.

Photographer cum Graphic Designer, Fotorex Holdings Sdn Bhd — June 2005 – September 2005
Was under contract as event photographer. Also extensively involved in advanced photo restoration and enhancement work for studio portraits.

Animator cum Graphic Designer, Flextronics Asia — February 2005 – May 2005
Under contract in creating animated e-greetings, web splash screen and touch screen interface circulated to all Flextronics branches throughout Asia. Also produced billboard and newspaper advertisement designs.

Illustrator, Teng-Teng Children Activity Book — August 2004 – October 2004
Planned out contents and created illustrations for 2 episodes of Malaysia’s first children activity book series. Also hand-drawn pull-out colouring books for all 20 episodes of the Teng-Teng project.

Flash Animator cum Line Artist, Fat Lizard – April 2004 – October 2004
2d Flash Animator and line artist for BB3b, a children animation television series aired on BBC in United Kingdom. Highest monthly output percentage amongst staffs from May to June.

OTHER EXPERIENCES

Dog Training Instructor, Malaysian Kennel Association (November 2003 – November 2007)
Petsunite (January 2005 – October 2005)

Conducted group classes on weekends - provided dog-training instructions and demonstrations (basic and advanced levels) to pet owners of various ages.

Primary School Teacher, SRJK Han Ming (January 2001 – March 2001)
Hired as a temporary schoolteacher for Bahasa Malaysia. Also taught Moral, Art, Mathematics, Music and Sports to children from standard 1 – 5.

CO-Curricular activities

Journalist, Student Publication Board, Multimedia University (2002-2003)
Covered events, highlights and wrote feature articles for the university yearbook

Member, Aikido Club, Multimedia University (2002-2003)
Took classes in learning the art of self defense

Member, Fencing Club, Multimedia University (2001-2002)
Learnt fencing skills

Coy Leader, Girl Guides, SMJK Katholik (1999-2000)
Coy leader of the 8th PJ coy girl guides, led a coy of 110 members in charity drives, camping trips etc.

HONors/awards

- Top 10 best animation award – Final year project ranked 6th out of 80 student works (2005)
- Highest staff output percentage for two consecutive months (Fat Lizard) (2004)
- Dean’s list, six semesters (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004)
- High Academic Achievement Award, Alpha Pre-U Night (2001)

Subjects taught

- Design for Interactive Media 3 - 3 units
- Design for Interactive Media 2 - 4 units
- Electronic Imaging and Design - 4 units
- Cooperative Work Placement (Internship Coordinator)
- Introduction to Information Technologies - 4 units
- Introduction to Computer Graphics - 4 units
- News Design for Print and Web - 4 units
- Computer Studies - 2 units

workshops conducted

Fix-A-Pic (Photoshop Workshop) - Secondary school students - 4th August 2006
Are You Storyboard Literate? - Taylor's University College students - 13th October 2006
Digital Musician in 2 Hours (Garageband Workshop) - SMK St Mary students - 17th October 2006
Digital Musician in 2 Hours (Garageband Workshop) - SMK USJ 12 students - 31st October 2006
Apple Mac OS Workshop - School of Communication students - 12th October 2006
Final Cut Pro Workshop - Multimedia, Advertising and Design Club students - 5th October 2007
Fix-A-Pic (Photoshop Workshop) - Basic - Taylor's University College Lecturers - 20th July 2007
Fix-A-Pic (Photoshop Workshop) – Intermediate - Taylor's University College Lecturers - 11th September 2007
Fix-A-Pic (Photoshop Workshop) - Basic - Taylor's University College Lecturers - 31st October 2007
Fix-A-Pic (Photoshop Workshop) - Basic - Taylor's University College Lecturers - 16th November 2007

Publications

Thong, LP., Digital Games: Promises and Challenges, presented at the First International Conference on Popular Culture and Education in Asia, Hong Kong, 14th December 2008.

Thong, LP. and Richardson, S., Role-Playing Games for Education, Proceedings of the 2008 Amazing E-Learning International Conference, Bangkok, Thailand, 7th-9th March 2008.

OTHERS

Teacher Advisor - Multimedia, Advertising and Design (MAD) Club, Taylor's College (2007)
Started up Taylor's College's first Multimedia, Advertising and Design club - conducted student workshops and consulted in student multimedia projects.

Advisor, First Year Experience Project, Taylor's College (2007)
Advisor for student mentors in the Taylor's College First Year Experience project.

Commitee Member, Instructional Media Team Taylor's College (2007)
Commitee Member for Taylor's College Instructional Media Team, provided input/advises on introducing technology for learning in the college.

Trainer, Teaching and Learning Centre, Taylor's College (2007)
Conducted numerous staff training sessions across campuses for the Teaching and Learning Centre.

referrals

Available upon request.