ABOUT ME
Hi! My name is Savvy, a military veteran turned film student. With a bachelor's degree in film and a master's degree in animation, I bring over five years of experience to the table in illustrating, animating, rigging, and video editing.
From 2D to 3D, I’m here to help you bring your animated projects to life. Whether you’re a student, an independent artist, or a business, I guarantee that you’ll be satisfied with my work. Get in touch with me today to see how I can help you!
EDUCATION
Feirstein School of Cinema
MFA in Digital Animation & Visual Effects
Long Island University, Brooklyn
BFA in Media Arts
WORK EXPERIENCE
The Animation Project, Inc. - New York, NY
Animator - September 2022 - Present
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Created 2D animated short films that were written and directed by young adult participants
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Hosted Q&A panels for high-profile animation studios, such as Nickelodeon Studios and Titmouse, Inc.
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Combined assets using Adobe After Effects to make a concept animation for a video game
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Partnered with NYC-sponsored charter schools and workforce development programs to instruct 2D animation
Kumble Theater for the Arts - Brooklyn, NY
Assistant Manager - April 2019 - March 2020
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Organized ticket sales and tracked project progress on Excel spreadsheets and Outlook365 apps for stage productions
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Coordinated with clients on a daily basis to schedule stage use and discuss all logistics behind the live performances
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Collaborated with various productions during live performances to ensure smooth stage performances, including prepping lighting and sound equipment
LIU TV & Broadcast - Brooklyn, NY
Program Director - September 2017 – May 2019
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Strategized ideas with team from conception to publication to boost audience engagement and ratings
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Collaborated with senior management including marketing director to raise awareness to Long Island University’s recruitment initiatives by using direct marketing techniques Facebook and Instagram
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Generated reports on Excel and PowerPoint to conduct trend analysis and research on LIU’s competitors and identified target markets to help optimize their website and TV ratings
Woodside on the Move - Woodside, NY
Program Assistant - December 2016 – August 2017
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Assisted with the creative planning, development and implementation of appropriate program activities for young local participants.
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Supported director with writing, proofreading, distributing and filing letters, memos, emails, faxes and data reports.
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Responsible for training new hires, directing junior staff team and performing administrative office duties.
United States Air Force - Yuba City, CA
Dedicated Crew Chief - November 2010 – November 2016
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Inspected unmanned drones for safe and effective use, resulting in more than 1,000 successful missions
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Managed the classified data and historical records for over 10 U.S. aircraft
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Trained apprentices on how to perform maintenance/service on military aircraft, as well as general office duties
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Presented and implemented recommendations on trainings to higher ranking officers
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) | Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro) | Video Editing/Photoshop | 2D/3D Animation and Drawing | Character design/Storyboard | G-Suite, Outlook365, Teams | Office Management
Interests: Motion Graphics, Video Editing, Compositing, Film/Theater, Storytelling, Physical Fitness, Anime/Manga