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Vienna, Virginia, United States

Sterling, Va

➤ Developed engaging performance and lifelike movement for creatures, objects and characters in AR mobile game using Autodesk Maya.➤ Modeled and rigged characters for animation in Maya, demonstrating an exceptional aptitude for the Autodesk Maya and Adobe Photoshop software.➤ Moved quickly from one project or task to another, thrived under pressure and continually resolved projects as needed.➤ Fulfilled artistic vision for the production via style guide, character designs and animation in Maya.➤ Introduced creative solutions to technical problems and led others to succeed in their areas of specialization.➤ Designed new assets and utilized existing assets to fully develop, model, texture and rig characters for animation.➤ Efficiently updated and exported modified animation files, using numerous game formats.➤ Successfully served as the primary 3D animation resource for the team, producing superb work in a timely fashion.

Ota City, Japan

➤ Taught beginner to advanced conversational English to children and adults 35 class hours per week.➤ Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans for students focused on improving overall English proficiency.➤ Designed targeted curriculum comprising engaging lectures, grammar and introduction to literature, and customized assessments to accommodate various students.➤ Built a reputation for delivering engaging and exciting lessons that secured learning success and student satisfaction.

Haikou, China

➤ Designed, developed, and implemented 3D animation using Maya software for the “Fruit Family” TV program in China.➤ Utilized imagination, judgment, skill, and experience to design compelling, engaging, and visually appealing animations in Autodesk Maya.➤ Translated text and provided accurate subtitles for programming to ensure optimal artistic dissemination using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.➤ Collaborated with production staff and teams to analyze and understand the 3D graphic requests.

Beijing, China

➤ Designed and implemented ELA curriculum for 10th and 11th grade students at international high schools in China, aligned to US common core standards to prepare students for attendance at US high schools and colleges.➤ Assessed students to evaluate their abilities, strengths and weaknesses and provided feedback on student progress.➤ Planned lectures, activities, and assignments while conducting regular testing to track development.➤ Taught students as an entire class, in smaller groups and tutored struggling learners individually.➤ Worked with individual students to improve abilities, provide challenges, and overcome weaknesses.➤ Prepared students for PSAT, SAT, and TOEFL standardized tests required for them to study in the United states.➤ Worked with students to launch an Art club to teach them drawing and writing and encourage students to express themselves Artistically and in their second language of English.➤ Established and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. fostering an environment of open communication and support.

➤ Designed ELA curriculum and lesson plans to prepare them for attendance at US high schools and colleges.➤ Assessed students to evaluate their abilities, strengths and weaknesses and implemented regular testing to track progress. ➤ Planned lectures, activities, and assignments while developing and enforcing classroom conduct.➤ Prepared students for PSAT, SAT, and TOEFL standardized tests required for them to study in the United states.➤ Worked with students to launch a Photography Club to teach them the art and technical skills of digital photography as well as help them converse in English using photography and critiquing terms in a discussion.➤ Established and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering an environment of open communication and support.

International English Instructor – China & USA – 10/2006 to 12/2015Produce Stocker – Whole Foods – 05/2008 to 11/2008Photographer's Assistant – MAI Photo News Agency – 09/2004 to 11/2005Freelance Photographer – 09/2004 to 08/2013

Diploma, 3D Animation And Visual Effects

One year intensive program studying Animation

Certificate, Kung Fu, Wushu, Taiji, Sanda

Activities and Societies: Kung Fu, Tai Chi, SandaStudied Kung Fu and Taiji at Shaolin Temple Martial Arts School in Dengfeng, China.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Journalism

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Journalism

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs

Activities and Societies: Huntington News Philosophy Club Anime of NU