Resume
CONTACT
Maya Arnold
Phone: 717-825-9602
Email: maycloud526@gmail.com
Address: Philadelphia PA, 19104
Linkin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maya-arnold-bb7570350/
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science: Animation & VFX (September 2024 – June 2028)
Drexel University – Philadelphia, PA
Concentrations: Generalist; Minors: Global Studies, Film & Television Production
Recipient of the Drexel Grant
GPA: 3.5
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate (January 2024- September 2024)
CVS – Red Lion, PA
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service while handling transactions.
- Organized merchandise displays and restock shelves.
- Provided exceptional customer service by actively engaging with shoppers and offering assistance as needed.
- Briefed customers regarding shop promotions and discounts by providing coupons and flyers to increase sales.
- Provided support to customers with printing services, addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
Sales Associate (May 2024- September 2024)
Philadelphia / West Chester KOA Holiday – Coatesville, PA
- Create a presentable environment for customers, by organizing shelves and stocking merchandise.
- Assisted residents with check-in procedures and addressed their needs throughout their stay.
- Keep inventory of current stock, and communicate what the business needs.
Volunteer (March 2024- June 2024)
Brandywine Valley SPCA – West Chester, PA
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Organized donations and truck drops offs.
- Took animals for outside enjoyment, for walks, and to keep them active.
Volunteer (January 2025- Present)
The Reformed Church of The Ascension – Jeffersonville, PA
- Assisted the Technical Lead with video production by helping operate equipment, setting up cameras, and supporting event filming.
- Assisted with event setup and breakdown, ensuring venues were organized and ready for church services and community events.
- Served food and beverages during community events while providing friendly, efficient service to attendees.
SKILLS
- Program Languages: Python, MEL
- Animation & VFX Skills: Autodesk Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Unreal Engine, Unity, Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Adobe Rush, Media Encoder, Adobe Illustrator, Sapphire plugins
- Film Skills: Video Production, Video Editing, Cinematography, Storyboarding, Scriptwriting, Lighting Techniques, Audio Editing, Color Correction & Color Grading, Camera Operation
- Marketing Skills: Digital Marketing, Content Marketing
Campus Involvement
SIGGRAPH
Drexel University
(September 2024 – Present)
Animation Club
Drexel University
(September 2024 – Present)
Relevant Coursework
- Visual Storytelling
- Animation I, II
- Design I, II for Media
- Digital Compositing I, II
- Rigging I
- Lighting & Surfacing
- Procedural Animation
- Basic Cinematography
- Basic Sound
