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Alanna Jimenez

Los Angeles

Summary

I'm experienced and comfortable in leading a team to create a collaborative visual project. Well-versed in producing high-quality digital illustrations for various mediums. Known for collaborative spirit and results-driven approach, consistently delivering designs that meet client expectations. Reliable team player with keen sense for adapting to evolving project requirements, possessing skills in digital painting and character design.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Section Lead (Art)

Boys And Girls Club Of Whittier
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
  • Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
  • Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.

Art Lead

Open Alpha
08.2022 - 11.2022

- Led a team of artists on a student-run, published game project, Yokai Maki

- Guided my team in conceptualizing a project idea, and helped them execute said idea in the form of thumbnails, storyboards, and concept art.

- Managed team sprints and deadlines, while also helping with the Unity implementation process.

- Regularly communicated with other teams such as sound and design to help ensure the art was ready for game implementation, and to further build on the visual storytelling of art assets.



Digital Illustrator

The Daily Trojan
08.2023 - Current

- Improved project efficiency by providing detailed sketches and revisions promptly based on Art Lead feedback.

- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues and Art Lead.

- Consistently produced high-quality artwork under tight deadlines

- Collaborated with writers and designers to develop engaging visuals for print and digital media.

Crew Member

McDonald's
01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
  • Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.

Storyboard Artist

Blindsight: War of the Wardens
08.2023 - 08.2024

- I worked flexible hours on this student-run published project, to complete projects and revisions according to tight deadlines.

- Facilitated character development by conveying their personalities and emotions through expressive poses, expressions, and body language in storyboards.

- Used Procreate to create digital storyboards.

- Developed innovative solutions to overcome storytelling challenges presented by script constraints or technical limitations.

- Aided in establishing a cohesive visual language across multiple episodes or sequences within a project through consistent style and design choices.

USC Bookstores Supervisor

University of Southern California, USC
08.2021 - 04.2023

- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.

- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.

- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.

- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.

- Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Game And Interactive Media Design

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05-2026

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Workflow Management
  • 2D Design
  • Visual Storytelling
  • Social Media Promotion

Accomplishments

    - Electronic Arts Scholarship winner 2022

    - California State winner: Doodle for Google 2020

    - Semi Finalist Illustrators of the future 2020

    - High Merit/Publication award: Celebrating Art contest

    - First place in Art/illustration category CSPA Gold Circle 2019

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Digital Illustrator

The Daily Trojan
08.2023 - Current

Storyboard Artist

Blindsight: War of the Wardens
08.2023 - 08.2024

Art Lead

Open Alpha
08.2022 - 11.2022

Section Lead (Art)

Boys And Girls Club Of Whittier
05.2022 - 08.2022

USC Bookstores Supervisor

University of Southern California, USC
08.2021 - 04.2023

Crew Member

McDonald's
01.2020 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Game And Interactive Media Design

University of Southern California
Alanna Jimenez