Maya 2020
Tavi Ackerson
Animation AS
Niagara Falls,NY
Summary
Creative 2d Animator with 11 years of experience in Animation and Arts field. Passionate about developing characters that bring stories to life. Proficient in ToonBoom Harmony and Maya, but adaptable and can learn new skills quickly. Focused on completing projects with accuracy and artistic skill. Known for being fast without sacrificing the quality of the work. Will complete the task with more effort than required.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Petco Sales Associate
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
Niagara Falls, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Pet-sitter
Jill Jillian, And Mari McNeil
Niagara Falls, NY
01.2022 - Current
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Identified potential signs of aggression and anxiety in pets and took necessary steps to minimize any risks.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
- Completed documentation regarding animals for future reference and improved care.
- Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
- Implemented positive reinforcement training techniques to help pets learn proper behaviors.
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
Animation
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Defined, oversaw and directed standard for animations at every stage from concept to completion.
- Created a commercial on behalf of the college, my work was used in many, and continues to be the animation studio's logo.
- Collaborated with other animators to create coherent images within scenes.
- Worked closely with team leaders to define and achieve vision for animation style.
- Developed storyboards outlining animation plans.
Concert Choir
Grand Island Senior High
Grand Island, NY
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Composed and led performances for both vocal and instrumental music.
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills.
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
"Historian" Photographer for "Spotlighters" Group
Grand Island Senior High
Grand Island, NY
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast and light range.
- One of two elected to keep written and photographic memories for the acting group known as "Spotlighters" previously ran by one Mrs Kennedy
Education
Associates - Animation AS, And Liberal Arts
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY 08.2019 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Grand Island Senior High School
Grand Island, NY 09.2015 - 05.2019
Skills
Animator
undefinedAccomplishments
Accepted into Sing-copations, concert choir, and all county choir.
Performed in many plays within 2015, most notably "Dopey" from Snow White.
Created a commercial with the collaboration of William Blenk, Sara Harvey, and Aaron MacPherson in 2020
My work was later used in a WKBW commercial showcasing the 2023 NCCC Film festival. The used footage was from my short film "Fox Hunt"
Software
ToonBoom Harmony
Microsoft Word, Excel, Sheets
Adobe Animate
Blender
Timeline
Petco Sales Associate
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
11.2022 - Current
Pet-sitter
Jill Jillian, And Mari McNeil
01.2022 - Current
Animation
Niagara County Community College
09.2021 - 05.2023
Associates - Animation AS, And Liberal Arts
Niagara County Community College
08.2019 - 05.2023
"Historian" Photographer for "Spotlighters" Group
Grand Island Senior High
11.2016 - 01.2017
Concert Choir
Grand Island Senior High
09.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Grand Island Senior High School
09.2015 - 05.2019
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