CONCEPT ARTIST + ILLUSTRATOR
EXPERIENCES
November 2021 - December 2022
Character Animation, Visual Development
"To Vince" short film, Muncie, IN
-Created key and in-between animation of 2D characters in Toonboom Harmony
-Assisted with prop and character visual development
November 2021 - December 2022
Character Animation, Visual Development, Soft Modeling, FX Compositing
"Symbiosis" short film, Muncie, IN
- Created key and in-between animation of 3D characters in Maya
-Assisted with environment visual development
-Assisted with soft modeling of characters in Zbrush
EDUCATION
Graduated from Ball State University in May 2023, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Art, and a concentration in Animation.
Graduated with summa cum laude honors.
February 2025 - Present
Technical Graphics Editor
Pentecom - Remote
-Convert technical graphics from raster to vector form using Inkscape and Corel Draw
-Determine best mode of processing for graphics within customer's parameters
-Perform quality check work to ensure accuracy
July 2023 - January 2025
Print Specialist, Keyholder
Staples - Plainfield, IN
-Produced print orders on a wide variety of print and finishing machinery
-Prioritized tasks in store and production queue to optimize time management
-Consulted with customers on best print solutions/materials for their interests
SKILLS
-Illustration in a variety of styles and media
-Concept art and visualization
-Digital painting
-2D and 3D character animation
-Print production and formatting
-Raster art to vector art conversion
-Attention to detail
-Effective communication
-Quick and eager to learn new skills and programs
-Working collaboratively and independently
-Optimistic attitude
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*Proficient in Autodesk Maya, Toonboom Harmony, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe AfterEffects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Procreate, Inkscape, Corel Draw, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, Windows/Mac, and video camera basics.