Gaming
Mikah Washburn
Multimedia Artist
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Multimedia artist and writer with seven years working collaboratively with other artists to create artworks, publications, music, and performances with an independent DIY ethos. Team player open to taking creative risks and gaining knowledge and skills through new experiences. Works well independently and with teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Contributor
GHOST*FRUITS Art Collective
05.2016 - Current
- Develop and pitch story ideas and features for inclusion in ENEMY magazine
- Write scripts based on outlines developed by myself and other collective members
- Edit scripts for proper spelling and grammar
- Alter scripts based on suggestions and edits
- Coordinate with story board and sketch artists to format scripts to fit existing artwork
- Provide visual assets to be integrated into comics or interstitial artwork
- Sketch and ink characters and backgrounds based off of storyboards and scripts
- Consult with creative director at different project stages, providing feedback and critique when necessary
- Stay up-to-date on all remote team communication
- Communicate ethos and process during interviews about our work
- Contribute to creative atmosphere through clear communication and positive attitude
- Aided in the completion of 160 pages of comic work in 2021
Fabrication Supervisor
GLDN Jewelry
Bellingham, WA
08.2019 - Current
- Supervise daily operations ensuring workflow remains smooth and team members have materials required complete manufacturing orders
- Train team members to operate equipment safely and efficiently to produce work matching company quality standards
- Use spreadsheets and inventory software to track production and adjust shop workflow as necessary
- Communicate goals and expectations clearly with fabrication team and provide assistance so the shop can meet those goals
- Give and receive feedback during regular 1 on 1 meetings with team members and inventory coordinator
- Continually work to improve overall shop workflow using quarterly OKR system
- Develop and implement SEO for each work station optimized for efficiency and quality
- Quickly fulfill inventory needs from other departments within the company
- Participate in weekly remote meetings between departmental leads and the company at large
- Interview and hire candidates for open positions within the shop
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical problems with equipment
- Cultivate positive working environment by maintaining good humor in interpersonal interactions and adjusting work flow and scheduling based on team members' needs
Contributor
Cable2 Collective
07.2020 - Current
- Collaborate remotely with members to create compelling and entertaining broadcasts on twitch.tv
- Develop pitches for series and specials that fit within the channel's ethos
- Write outlines for specials incorporating fully scripted elements and improvised performance
- Adjust scripts based on feedback from other members
- Resolve technical challenges with research and creative problem solving
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Studio Arts
Western Washington University
09.2013 - 06.2018
Skills
Developing ideas through collaboration
Creative writing
Proofreading
Making adjustments from feedback
Focus on details
Goal Oriented
Positive attitude
Clear Communication
Experience with Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel
Interests
Games Journalism
Music Production
Visual Art
Motorsports
Timeline
Contributor
Cable2 Collective
07.2020 - Current
Fabrication Supervisor
GLDN Jewelry
08.2019 - Current
Contributor
GHOST*FRUITS Art Collective
05.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Studio Arts
Western Washington University
09.2013 - 06.2018