Kristen Wuorinen
2435 Huntley Apt. 1 Ottawa ON K1V 8E5
CELL: (613) 668-4077
EMAIL: kmwuorinen@hotmail.com
BLOG: kwuorinen.blogspot.com
SUMMARY OF SKILLS
- Capable of working in a variety of programs, including Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Flash, Photoshop and After Effects
- Trained in a variety of 2D art mediums, including chalk pastel and watercolour
- Quick to learn new skills and software
- Works well independently and in a team environment.
EDUCATION
Kirkland Lake District Composite School; Kirkland Lake ON. (2004 to 2008)
Algonquin College, Animation Program; Ottawa ON. (2009 to 2012)
WORK EXPERIANCE
Graphic Design Assistant. Creative D-signs; Kirkland Lake ON. (March 2008 to June 2008)Co-operative education placement. Kept the shop area clean, completed small design projects, assisted clients, filed invoices, engraved and assembled trophies and medallions. Learned the basics of sign making and graphic design.
Retail Sales Associate. Federal Variety; Kirkland Lake ON. (March 2007 to June 2008)
Sold merchandise, counted cash, filled out hunting licenses, opened and closed a small business kept the store clean and fully stocked.Often worked independently, but regularly consulted with supervisors and co-workers.
Sold merchandise, counted cash, filled out hunting licenses, opened and closed a small business kept the store clean and fully stocked.Often worked independently, but regularly consulted with supervisors and co-workers.
Counter Staff. Tim Hortons; Ottawa ON. (May 2011 to October 2011)
Worked at front till taking orders, preparing food and drinks for guests and completing general cleaning and maintenance tasks. Also worked in back of store washing dishes, taking inventory, re-stocking product and preparing ingredients. Often worked with a team in a fast-paced environment.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Painter. Kirkland Lake Community Services; Kirkland Lake, ON. (2007) Worked with a partner while designing and painting advertisements for community events.
Screening Attendant. Ottawa International Animation Festival; Ottawa, ON (2009 and 2010) Sold tickets and other merchandise, organized large groups for seating, answered questions and gave directions.
Food Service Assistant. Ottawa International Animation Festival; Ottawa, ON ( 2010 event) Welcomed and accepted tickets from visitors, helped manage food supplies, took orders from vegetarian diners.
References are available upon request.
