Experience
Project Specialist - The Container Store, Atlanta GA
OCTOBER 2022 - PRESENT
Place merchandise according to store standards. Assemble custom
orders and prepare them for delivery. Assist in floor moves, display setup, and greet customers.
Character Animator - Bento Box Entertainment, Atlanta GA
OCTOBER 2020 - JUNE 2022
Create final, fully posed, colored and in-betweened character
animation based on provided storyboards. Embellish character
action and emotion. Follow the schedule set by the production team. Use Toon Boom Harmony to animate in a traditional fashion.
Freelance Character Animator - SmashBits Animation House, Henderson KY
APRIL 2019 - OCTOBER 2020
Take already assembled character rigs and bring them to life with lipsync, facial expressions, and body movements. Communicate with directors and keep them updated on progress as well as inform them of any problems that might occur. Work quickly on animation in order to meet deadlines.
Freelance Character Animator - SkyVengers Cartoon, Cincinnati OH
JANUARY 2019 - OCTOBER 2020
Responsibilities include creating characters to fit with pre-existing
styles, the animation of characters for scenes as directed, and the
creation of material for promotional purposes. Work remotely and
meet as needed to keep the pace of production.
Merchandising Team Lead - Macy’s, Dayton OH
SEPTEMBER 2017 - DECEMBER 2018
Responsible for the Merchandising, Fulfillment and BOPS process as well as achieving sales plan by ensuring proper product placement and flow of new receipts. Create an enhanced shopping experience and support the selling process by leveraging relationships throughout the store in order to attend to the customer.
Prototype Specialist - Haney, Cincinnati OH
SEPTEMBER 2016 - JULY 2017
Assemble prototypes, mock-ups, and sales samples with accuracy and an excellent eye for detail. Maintain the highest quality of work to comply with Quality Assurance specifications. Work individually or with a team to complete projects on time.
Artist Assistant - MoonBull Studio, Cincinnati OH
JUNE 2016 - SEPTEMBER 2016
Work alongside a theatrical puppet designer creating a collection of mixed media puppets for a prominent regional theater. Includes
woodworking, papier mache, metalworking, fabric, and mold making
Software
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Toon Boom Harmony
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Storyboard Pro
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Adobe Animate
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Adobe After Effects
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Adobe Photoshop
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Adobe Illustrator
Skills
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2D Animation
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Storyboarding
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Illustration
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Character Design
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Model Sheets
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Puppet Design & Fabrication
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Customer Service