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Hello, I'm Krista

animator | artist | designer


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education:

University of Colorado Boulder 2012-2016 | 3.8 GPA

Bachelor of Science Journalism - Advertising

Bachelor of Arts - Media Arts

SKILLS:

Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Lightroom, InDesign, Audition

Digital and Studio Photography

Photo Enhancing

Video Editing

Animation

Microsoft Office Suite

Strong Design Sense

Experience:

Digital Media Center at the University of Colorado Boulder

Digital Media Center Assistant | Aug. 2013 - May 2016

My tasks included operating a check out system for equipment such as DSLR cameras and laptops, as well as managing a professional photography studio used for documenting architectural models and drawings for use in students’ portfolios. I offered students assistance with Adobe software and instructed them on various printing, photography, and film equipment techniques. I photographed several events and film lectures happening in the college, and was responsible for editing and finalizing these photos and videos in Lightroom and Premier Pro.

Made Movement Advertising Agency

Art Direction Intern | June 2016 - July 2016

While at Made I had the opportunity to work on a variety of projects alongside amazing and talented individuals. Over the six weeks I spent there I created work for client promotion and presentations, compiled imagery for mood boards, assisted on a number of photoshoots, and helped concept campaign ideas.

Made Movement Advertising Agency

Community Manager | August 2016 - September 2016

Upon completing my internship at Made, I worked as a community manager for one of their clients. My primary task was responding to social media posts and messages on various channels including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Working with a small team of community managers, we markedly increased the response rate, adamantly responding to all appropriate comments on the channels, and decreased the response time to less than a day.

Program in Environmental Design | CU Boulder

Content and Community Manager | September 2016 - April 2017

Primary tasks include creating and distributing promotional materials, managing social media channels, concepting and enacting new strategies for digital marketing, and maintaining the program website.

Root House Studio

Media Designer & Animator | July 2017 - Present

I assist the Root House team with the design and production of videos and other media including print media, digital media, installations and exhibits, animations, and motion graphics.