IDEXX Cornerstone
Weston Bahr
Professional Generalist: Artist, Maker, Sales
Portland,OR
Summary
I am a professional generalist, with a strong background in visual effects, 3D modeling, and project management in a multi-disciplinary production team.
I'm a natural teacher, problem solver, and active learner.
I worked as a 3D modeler for Williams-Sonoma, Inc for 5 years, where I created 1200+ photorealistic models of home furnishings for client's E-Commerce websites while managing people and deliverables.
After my COVID layoff, I quickly started a small business creating custom-made USB Cables for mechanical keyboards and electronics. In my four years as VoxelMods, I have learned many business and client related skills that I aim to apply to new fields.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bookkeeper & Office Manager
Gabriel Park Veterinary Clinic
09.2023 - Current
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Oversaw office-wide system upgrades, such as transitioning to VOIP phones, and new print solutions.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
- Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organization.
- Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decision making.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
Artist, Craftsman, Founder
VoxelMods (Self)
06.2020 - Current
- Founded an artisanal bespoke USB cable crafting business where I developed my brand, craft, marketing, and business skills.
- Worked 1-on-1 with clients to discuss their needs and sell them on high-end cables using gentle sales techniques and transparent individual pricing.
- Prepared/handled client and vendor invoices for custom orders and raw material sourcing.
- Managed a physical inventory of 100+ different materials/colors.
- Curated a complex database of customer's details, cable details, and photo/video files.
- Grew a positive reputation in my field with my 1,300+ clients.
- Produced all of the graphics, product photography, and website structure needed to operate a webstore with scores of bespoke product lines, each needing customization options.
Production Asset Specialist (3D Modeler)
Outward, Inc (Williams-Sonoma, Inc)
09.2015 - 05.2020
- Worked in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary production environment as a home-furnishings 3D modeler, project coordinator, problem solver, and workflow developer.
- Maintained collaborative spreadsheets to track large project asset details and statuses.
- Managed and delivered numerous projects of up to 300 unique models each, and managed as many as ten fellow modelers simultaneously.
- Responsible for quality assurance, and was trusted to self-QA with a 100% accuracy rate
- Took part in planning/standup meetings and contributed to assessing project timelines, asset difficulty, client communication, and personnel assignments.
- Worked with Google Sheets, Docs, and Drive - plus experience with Atlassian JIRA and Slack
Customer Service Representative
Little Caesars Pizza
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Handled customer food orders accurately
- Maintained a positive, happy attitude even under stressful situations
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Maintained proper inventory levels for merchandise and organized to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
Tutor
Ex’pression College
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Office hours style tutoring available free to students for subjects including modeling, texturing, UVing, rigging, dynamic effects, and more
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target skill levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and encourage best practices.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animation and Visual Effects
Ex’pression College For Digital Arts
Valedictorian, Emeryville, CA 09.2012 - 05.2015
Skills
Fast learner
Interpersonal Communication skills
Highly technically Minded
Organization and Time Management
Written and Spoken Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Technical training material creation experience
Teaching and education skills
Accomplishments
- I was awarded a Certificate of Recognition from my college for my efforts with tutoring my classmates.
- Taught 80+ students how 3D Animation Concepts at an 8 week summer camp as Lead Instructor
- Modeled over 1200 photorealistic models for Outward/WSI
- Crafted over 1,500 unique cables as VoxelMods
- Had collaborations with several keycap designers, keyboard designers, and other artisan makers.
- Built a social media network of over 60,000 followers for my small business
- Filmed and edited over 150 social media videos that surpassed 10K views, with the most popular having 27 million views
Software
Google Sheets & Docs
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Airtable Database
Atlassian JIRA
Timeline
Bookkeeper & Office Manager
Gabriel Park Veterinary Clinic
09.2023 - Current
Artist, Craftsman, Founder
VoxelMods (Self)
06.2020 - Current
Production Asset Specialist (3D Modeler)
Outward, Inc (Williams-Sonoma, Inc)
09.2015 - 05.2020
Customer Service Representative
Little Caesars Pizza
01.2014 - 05.2015
Tutor
Ex’pression College
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Animation and Visual Effects
Ex’pression College For Digital Arts
09.2012 - 05.2015