Education

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2011 - 2015 Bachelor of Fine Arts

Major: Digital Arts

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

 

 

Experience

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3D Graphics and planogram specialist

Dixon Ticonderoga  Appleton, WI

 

Delivers 3D renders and planograms to multiple stakeholders for presentations, Ecommerce, and sales collateral. Coordinates the corrugate display program. Created and maintained a library of 3D models and images for planograms and product prototypes.

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Prior Authorization Specialist

Navitus Health Solutions  Appleton, WI

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Processes prior authorization prescription drug requests for various commercial and government health insurance plans. Rose to the top of the department in processing speed and accuracy within three months. Designed and utilized macros that automated several steps in the process of entering requests into the company software.

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3D Artist

Ariens  Brillion, WI

 

Created photo-realistic product renderings and animations for web, print, retail, and internal media channels. Successfully developed and executed a platform and standard practices for Keyshot use throughout Ariens. Trained and mentored employees in the use of Keyshot. Coordinated with outside marketing agencies and the marketing, engineering and industrial design departments. Established a creative direction for the product renderings across the Ariens website. Started as an intern, was promoted to 3D Artist within six months.

• Created 200 product renderings for the new Ariens website and other media and established a relationship   with a nationally recognized marketing agency regarding the creation of those renderings

• Developed and deployed a logical and easy-to-use library of texture maps, materials, 3D models, and lighting environments.

• Researched and developed the use of new technologies and how to creatively use them with Ariens company brands. These projects include an augmented reality platform and a Unity-powered virtual reality lawnmower simulator.

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Program Support Aid

UW-Milwaukee School of Continuing Education  Milwaukee, WI

 

Prepared materials for Professional Development continuing education classes by creating, proofing, and printing content while tracking registration numbers. Provided administrative support through maintaining clear communication within the department, submitting courses for approval, and managing the appearance and content of the Professional Development webpages.

• Improved course preparation efficiency by creating and implementing project goals and deadlines

• Facilitated transition to new website by proofreading, editing, and submitting content to the marketing  department

• Successfully executed several seminars of 150 registrants or more

 

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