Jennifer Heckert
http://color.disparue.net/
(319) 210-7301
jenn.heckert@gmail.com
Objective
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Creating quality art that captures both the attention and imagination of the audience through computer graphics.

Educational Background
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The Art Institutes International Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Bachelor of Science degree in Media Arts & Animation
Cumulative GPA: 3.7

Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids, IA
General Studies

Work Experience
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Hills Bank and Trust Company, Cedar Rapids, IA				                                       August 2010 - present
Teller
     - Handle members’ accounts and transactions

The Art Institutes International Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN  		                          January 2007-June 2009
Teaching Assistant & Tutor
    - Assist students with technical issues and creative decision in animation and English classes

The Art Institutes International Minnesota Student Housing, Minneapolis, MN                       July 2006-June 2009
Resident Assistant
    - Provide on-campus help with housing issues and responsibilities

Internships
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Grant Wood Area Education Agency, Cedar Rapids, IA  			                            July 2004-August 2004
Graphic Design Intern
     - Designed business cards and letterhead for clients

Skills
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Applications: Flash, Maya, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver
Creative: illustration, character design, website design, 2d animation, storyboarding, 3d texturing
Technical: HTML, Windows/Mac OS, 3d modeling, 3d animation, 2d animation, 3d lighting

Honors & Awards
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Third place in Sketchjam competition, The Art Institutes International Minnesota                                           2008
Dean’s List, The Art Institutes International Minnesota                                                         Fall 2006-Spring 2009
Artwork displayed in student juried show, The Art Institutes International Minnesota                                      2007
Best of Show, Summer Teen Workshop, The Art Institutes International Minnesota                                         2005