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