About
Hello, I’m Paolo Santaniello, and I am a software developer. After years of gaining management experience, I decided to shift in my path to a career in technology, which has allowed me to acquire a new level of appreciation for new and emerging technologies. I took a year for myself to pursue an accelerated path to a Bachelor’s degree in Software Development.
I have developed a passion for Virtual and Augmented Realities, and realize that we are living in the future. While still emerging, VR and AR will continue to develop and mature, and I am thrilled to be a part of the experience.
Driven by my passion for digital and technology, I try to learn and discover new things every day. I constantly seek to find what is new and up and coming in technology. When I am not looking for the next big thing, I enjoy cooking, playing guitar, and spending time with my family and friends. You can even find me searching for the best recipe for dinner or learning how to play that song that was just requested…
I have an engineering credit on a Daytime EMMY nominated interactive experience for Hulu’s and Awesomeness TV’s Light as a Feather XR Experience.
Portfolio
Light as a Feather XR Experience featured at VidCon 2019 (Case Study)
VR Escape Project – Inventory/Crafting Personal Project– Unreal Engine 4
VR Rooftop Shooter Project – Grapple System
Personal Project– Unity
Instagram AR Filter game. A mashup of a staring contest and a race. Blink first to win!
AR Dogfight Prototype Game using 8th Wall API
https://www.8thwall.com/
Location Based Experience Prototype: Skateboarding ‘Runner’ using a physical skateboard as a controller. First person and Mixed Reality views
Google Tiltbrush Art viewed with MS HoloLens
Google Tiltbrush Art viewed with MS HoloLens
Tilt Brush Art in Unity 3D with animations
Tilt Brush Art in Unity 3D with animations and teleportation
Resume
Skills & Certifications
SKILLS
- Unity 3D
- User Experience Design
- SparkAR
- HMD: Oculus, Vive, HoloLens, Magic Leap One
- Jira | Trello
- Team Management
- MySQL
- Prototyping
- Javascript | A-Frame
- Adobe Creative Suite
CERTIFICATIONS
· CompTIA A+
· CompTIA Project+
· CIW User Interface Designer
· CIW Advanced HTML 5 & CSS 3 Specialist
Experience
WebAR Engineer| InfoVision| DECEMBER 2020 – Current
Develop various WebAR demos, prototypes and experiences based on client needs. Research use cases and technologies needed to visualize data in AR.
- Train, manage small team of developers.
- Develop original WebAR experiences for high-profile client.
- Utilize JavaScript, Three.js, A-Frame, and 8th Wall libraries for development.
- Research current WebAR technologies and determine solution for each use case.
XR Software Engineer | Innovation Lab Tech | ViacomCBS| FEBRUARY 2019 – July 2020
Implemented EMMY® nominated interactive storytelling event activation for a consumer facing brand at a major trade show and public release. Oversaw technology needs for XR Innovation Lab.
- Prototyped and pitched original experiences for VR, AR, and WebAR for internal properties.
- Utilized Unity3D game engine to develop VR/AR experiences.
- Developed social AR filters for various proprietary brands using SparkAR.
- Maintained, sourced, and curated IoT technology and hardware for onsite innovation lab.
A/V TECHNOLOGIES MANAGER | SODEXO | FEBRUARY 2015 – NOVEMBER 2017
Maintained, monitored, and troubleshot all network components, user workstations, mobile devices and printers. Oversaw and executed technology needs for events.
- Curated Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality experiences for events.
- Supported and maintained company AV systems, including Crestron equipment and BiAmp audio systems.
- Researched and developed new AV solutions as needed.
- Acquired, advised on and implemented new technologies.
FOOD & BEVERAGE DIRECTOR | VAN CORTLANDT PARK GOLF LLC | JANUARY 2014 – DECEMBER 2014
Utilized strong interpersonal and communication skills to develop exceptional customer service standards.
- Provided IT support for PCs, office network, video surveillance system, and POS system and equipment.
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll, and increased yearly revenue by approximately 150%.
- Scheduled, directed and trained staff of 15 to maximize productivity and minimize loss of product and misuse of equipment.
- Created menu and recipes, including all food and beverage selections, for bar and grill, events and outings.
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER | AMERICAN GOLF CORP | AUGUST 2011 – DECEMBER 2013
· Establish positive and professional relationships with guests and staff that contribute to a pleasant work
environment
· Supervise and assign duties to staff, ensure tasks performed in a correct and efficient manner
· Coordinate with event directors and food & beverage team to organize and execute events of the highest standard
· Calculate inventory for ordering, coordinate deliveries with vendors and receive and verify inventory
· Work directly with tech support staff to help analyze and correct most POS and network issues
Education
BACHELOR IN SCIENCE | DECEMBER 2018 | WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
· Major: Software Development
· Related coursework: Java, Software Engineering, User Experience Design
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE | JUNE 2015 | BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
· Major: Computer Network Technology
· Related coursework: Programming with Java, Computer Hardware/Software, Unix