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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateCandidate's Name
Charlotte, North Carolina Street Address
PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEPortfolio: https://artbykal.com/LinkedIn: https://LINKEDIN LINK AVAILABLE SUMMARYEntry-Junior level professional with a strong educational background in Digital Arts with a concentration on Interactive Graphics, possessing hands-on experience. Highly motivated and a quick learner, known for accountability, strong communication skills, and exceptional organization. Detail-oriented and adept at collaborating efficiently with others, offering support and training within team environments. Passionate about bringing creative visions to life through digital art. SKILLSTwo-Dimensional Design and Animation Photography Digital and Traditional Illustration Life and Observational Drawing 3D Modeling and Animation Graphic Design UI/UX Design HTML5/CSS Python Java C++ SOFTWARESAdobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Media Encoder, Lightroom) Microsoft Office Google Workspace Procreate Canva Autodesk Maya Tinkercad IntelliJ Visual Studio IDLEEDUCATION/WORK RELATED EXPERIENCEMeditative Animations for College of Health & Human Services Created a 1-3 minute animation in Adobe After Effects to help Health & Human Services students manage stress. Crafted 2-D design elements within Adobe Illustrator to transfer into motion graphic creation. Created a detailed project proposal and storyboard outlining the narrative and time structure, with specific frames for each scene. Research-Inspired Printed & Animated Infographic Collaborated with the University of Georgia and target audience group on a client-driven project to develop animated infographics. Created a series of 2D designs using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, structured into individual animated explainer videos. Prepared a detailed proposal and storyboard to guide the project. The final product was a 20-30 second animated infographic with sound, completed using Adobe After Effects and Audition. EDUCATION/WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)Word Press Senior Portfolio Developed a portfolio site showcasing art, design, and coding work from the Digital Arts program and personal collections. Designed 2D site architecture maps in Illustrator, created a User Experience Plan in Adobe XD, and set up the web server and domain with Blue Host. Installed WordPress, customized a theme, and designed a custom logo, header, background image, and overall UX design, along with custom CSS coding. Finalized these websites by posting recent or notable projects and sharing with peers for collaboration and feedback. 3D Printing and Laser Cutting Project - Sculpture Systems Focused on 3D printing by designing simple shapes in Tinkercad and Maya, and using these forms to create detailed sculptures through repetition and duplication. 3D Animation/Modeling Projects within Maya Created a project using Arnold Renderer with sound effects, opening and closing titles, and a three-part story structure. Employed advanced 3D animation and modeling techniques, including dynamic systems (N-Particles, N-Cloth, MASH, Bifrost, X-gen), character rigging with FK/IK chains, and scripting-based animation. Utilized composition techniques between Maya and Adobe After Effects.Capstone Project - https://Candidate's Name .my.canva.site/capstone Overview: This gallery aims to exhibit digital art through illustrations, motion graphics, compiled research, and visual influences. These mere animations will bring the overlooked goddesses to life, hoping to capture the essence of their energy and influence over time and throughout history. The gallery is coded with HTML/CSS styling. Presented a semester-long project, including multiple stages and revisions, using PowerPoint or Google Slides, with physical components shown at the Senior Showcase. Covered various forms such as websites, animations, and digital storytelling. Delivered several detailed verbal presentations to Digital Art faculty and capstone students, discussing each project stage, research, inspiration, challenges, and final outcomes.EMPLOYMENTFreelance Digital ArtistMay 2023 Present Transformed photographs into expressive digital portraits Collaborated with clients to craft unique tattoo designs expressing individual style and meaning Created detailed logos and branding assets to increase audience interest Designed a variety of products and merchandise with visually engaging and marketable designs Server at Maxwells Tavern, Waxhaw, NCJune 2023 Present Provided exceptional customer service while handling multiple guests, ensuring prompt and accurate order delivery Efficiently processed cash/credit transactions with accurate payments and tip distribution Facilitated clear communication between front-of-house, kitchen staff, management, and guests Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment, maintaining a clean and organized workspaceEDUCATIONUniversity of North Carolina at Wilmington, Wilmington, NC Bachelor of Arts B.A., Digital Arts, Concentration on Interactive Graphics 2020-2023 3.88 GPA, Magna Cum Laude College of Arts and Sciences, Deans List 6 Semesters North Carolina State University, Raleigh NC2019-2020 Completed 29 Credit Hours in Exploratory Studies Program Deans List Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Participated and resided within Wood Wellness Living and Learning Village Cuthbertson High School, Waxhaw, NC2019 GPA 4.42 with AP/Honors Credits National Honor Society, National English Honor Society, Beta Club Student Council Class Representative, Senior Class Historian, Event Planning Committee Cavs for CureReeds Karate Academy, Waxhaw, NCFirst degree black belt, Karate |
