Arker Gilbert
Summary
Versatile and passionate Storyboard Artist and BFA Animator specializing in narrative sequence design and cinematic staging. Skilled at creating expressive roughs and timed animatics using Clip Studio Paint and Adobe Suite. Focused on delivering clear, high-impact visual blueprints for animation and game development teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Agent
ClearCaptions
09.2024 - Current
- Resolved customer issues with the ClearCaptions phone as well as maintained accounts
- Utilized active listening and empathy to de-escalate customer complaints, resulting in a 98% customer satisfaction rating.
Independent Content Creator
Youtube
08.2019 - Current
- Conceptualize and execute rough-to-polished animatics, focusing on cinematic pacing, character acting, and narrative flow.
- Utilize Procreate Dreams, Adobe After Effects, and Capcut to translate scripts and audio into timed visual sequences.
- Manage the full production pipeline, including character design , layout, and visual effects integration
Character Designer & Animator
The Littlest Snail | Pacific Northwest College of Art
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Contributed to the character design as well animating character shots of a short film, focusing on character design and animation.
- Developed visual storytelling skills through character animation and scene composition.
Website Designer
Figma UI/UX Design Coursework | Pacific Northwest College of Art
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Completed comprehensive coursework in Figma, mastering UI/UX design principles, prototyping, and collaborative design.
- Designed and developed website redesigns as well as creating my own original designs using Figma, demonstrating proficiency in wireframing, prototyping, and user interface design.
- Participated in design critiques and incorporated feedback to refine design solutions.
- Gained experience with collaborative design workflows using Figma’s team features.
Game Developer
Expanded Frames: Inner Workings Exhibition | Pacific Northwest College of Art
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Designed and implemented an interactive narrative experience, “[REDACTED],” using Ren’Py, focusing on user interaction and psychological immersion.
- Developed a user-centered interface within the Ren’Py engine, creating a seamless and engaging therapy session simulation.
- Conceptualized the user flow and interaction design, guiding users through a psychological narrative within a confined mediatheque environment.
- Utilized Ren’Py to prototype and iterate on interface elements, optimizing for user engagement and emotional impact.
Animator
SAIC Summer Animation Showcase | School of the Art Institute of Chicago
06.2016 - 06.2016
- Explored foundational digital design principles using Adobe Photoshop and a Wacom tablet, applying them to animation projects.
- Gained initial experience in digital asset creation and interface design concepts through the creation of animated sequences.
- Developed narrative sequences from initial rough thumbnails to detailed animatics, ensuring precise cinematic pacing and clear visual storytelling
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Animation
Pacific Northwest College of Art
Portland, OR05.2024
Skills
- Visual storytelling
- Layout design
- Visual communication
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate Dreams, Clip Studio Paint, and Photoshop
- Storyboard creation
- Script interpretation
- Story progression
Accomplishments
- Intensive Digital Art Training: Completed a two-week intensive program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, developing foundational skills in Adobe Photoshop for digital art creation.
- Merit-Based Scholarship Recipient: Awarded a $44,000 merit-based scholarship to Pacific Northwest College of Art, recognizing artistic talent and academic potential.
- Art Club Recruitment and Growth: Led recruitment efforts for the high school art club, resulting in a 82% increase in members
- Art Peer Tutor and Mentor: Provided individualized tutoring and mentorship to fellow art students during senior year, enhancing their artistic skills and conceptual understanding.
Timeline
Support Agent
ClearCaptions
09.2024 - Current
Character Designer & Animator
The Littlest Snail | Pacific Northwest College of Art
01.2024 - 03.2024
Website Designer
Figma UI/UX Design Coursework | Pacific Northwest College of Art
01.2023 - 01.2024
Game Developer
Expanded Frames: Inner Workings Exhibition | Pacific Northwest College of Art
08.2021 - 12.2021
Independent Content Creator
Youtube
08.2019 - Current
Animator
SAIC Summer Animation Showcase | School of the Art Institute of Chicago
06.2016 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Animation
Pacific Northwest College of Art