David Vaillancourt

Creative Director and Co-Owner
ForgeFX Simulations

Summary

David Vaillancourt is the Creative Director and Co-Founder of ForgeFX Simulations, a 3D training simulation software development company based in San Francisco. ForgeFX is a leader in the development of training software for many industries including aerospace, heavy equipment, education, and medical.

Experience

ForgeFX

Creative Director and Co-Founder

2002 - Present

David is a talented artist, highly effective manager of his team, and born problem solver. Responsible for visual design, direction, and production management for all titles produced by ForgeFX. Cutting his teeth on projects for Lego, Disney, Intel, Broderbund, Adobe, McDonalds, Leap Frog, and a host of other well known brands - Dave is a master when it comes to working with the industry standard 3D tools.

Sapient

Animator

2001

Worked with Human Code and Sapient artists to develop strategies to market Rich Media experiences within business applications. Developed digital content to help attract new customers, build client loyalty, and add value to company offerings.

Human Code

Animator

1999 - 2001

Responsible for drawing storyboards, character design, creating models, texturing and animating models, designing animated environments. Working with clients and team members from the early stages of developing concepts, all the way through to the delivery of the product.

Presage Software

Animator

1998 - 1999

Created special effects, animations, and other visual imagery for video games and learning software using a variety of mediums including wrist drawings, 3D modeling, computer-aided design, video production, 2D illustration and animation.

Latest Professional Projects

Military Training Simulator

for Dynamic Defense Materials

2010

This interactive 3D assembly training simulator was developed by ForgeFX for Dynamic Defense Materials, and their portable armored wall system named McCurdy's Armor. The software allows soldiers to prepare for the assembly of armor, a mission critical combat component, in a safe and risk-free virtual environment, reducing risk to human life.
Armor Assembly Training Simulator

Pig Farm Training Simulator

Developed for Pfizer Animal Health

2009

Pfizer Animal Health partnered with Carthage Veterinary Services and ForgeFX to develop the Pfizer Virtual Pork Production Simulation, named Virtual Walking the Pens. Pfizer Animal Health’s dedication to the health and wellness of animals, and a commitment to research combine to help protect the health of farm animals and the productivity of livestock. The training and education taught by the simulator allows pork producers to help pigs stay healthy, resulting in a more profitable operation. This interactive 3D simulation allows users to work in a virtual farm, diagnosing and treating pigs at the first sign of disease, which is the key to a successful pork production business.
Pig Farm Training Simulator

Aircraft Deicing Training Simulator

Developed for Global Ground Support

2008

The Global Ground Support aircraft deicing simulator was developed for airport ground support equipment operators. This simulator gives Global's customers a tool to conduct simulation-based training, allowing operators to train for the deicing process year-round. They are able to become skilled with the equipment controls without having to use expensive real-world materials and risk damage to expensive aircraft.
Aircraft Deicing Training Simulator

Interactive Village Simulator

Developed for Heifer International

2007

Heifer International, Beaconfire, and ForgeFX collaborated to build a serious game that teaches players about poverty and hunger. The game is called Heifer Village: Nepal, and its goal is to simulate the challenges faced by those living in poverty and hunger, and to demonstrate some specific methods to address these issues. Ideally, a player will walk away from the game with a desire to contribute towards solutions in real world villages (i.e. donations or other direct actions).
Virtual Village Training Simulator

Immersive Learning Software

Developed for Pearson Prentice Hall

2003 - Present

Pearson Prentice Hall is the leading publisher of standards-based instruction materials for 6-12 grade classrooms. Since 2003 ForgeFX has been developing immersive learning simulations and eLearning software for Pearson Prentice Hall's Science, World Languages, and Social Studies programs. By creating exceptional educational tools that keep students engaged with virtual hands-on experiences, ensures their success in mastering the subject material and concepts being taught.
Immersive Learning Simulations