Hi there, I'm Christopher West, a game-mechanics and UI-focused designer with a passion for dynamic visuals and efficient workflows. I'm currently pursuing a BFA in Games and Animation Design at the University of Cincinnati's DAAP, and I hold an Associate in Applied Media Communications from UC Blue Ash. Over the past two years, I've maintained a top-three ranking for speed and efficiency while balancing art and programming tasks. My hands-on experience includes mural painting, retail stock management, and 3D game development with tools like Maya, Blender, Unity, and the Adobe Creative Suite. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to craft engaging experiences and accessible interfaces, and I'm eager to contribute to game development, animation, and design projects.

Christopher West

Hi there, I'm Christopher West, a game-mechanics and UI-focused designer with a passion for dynamic visuals and efficient workflows. I'm currently pursuing a BFA in Games and Animation Design at the University of Cincinnati's DAAP, and I hold an Associate in Applied Media Communications from UC Blue Ash. Over the past two years, I've maintained a top-three ranking for speed and efficiency while balancing art and programming tasks. My hands-on experience includes mural painting, retail stock management, and 3D game development with tools like Maya, Blender, Unity, and the Adobe Creative Suite. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to craft engaging experiences and accessible interfaces, and I'm eager to contribute to game development, animation, and design projects.

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Hi there, I’m Christopher West, a game-mechanics and UI-focused designer with a passion for dynamic visuals and efficient workflows. I’m currently pursuing a BFA in Games and Animation Design at the University of Cincinnati’s DAAP, and I hold an Associate in Applied Media Communications from UC Blue Ash. Over the past two years, I’ve maintained a top-three ranking for speed and efficiency while balancing art and programming tasks.

My hands-on experience includes mural painting, retail stock management, and 3D game development with tools like Maya, Blender, Unity, and the Adobe Creative Suite. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to craft engaging experiences and accessible interfaces, and I’m eager to contribute to game development, animation, and design projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Mural Painter at Self-Employed / Freelance
July 1, 2023 - Present
Created large-scale murals and decorative artwork for clients, collaborating with teammates and ensuring timely delivery of projects while maintaining high quality and client satisfaction.
Night Stocker at Kroger
September 1, 2017 - Present
Stocking shelves, replenishing products, and maintaining organized, efficient workflows on the night shift; recognized for speed and accuracy in stocking tasks.
Mural Painter at Artworks
May 1, 2017 - August 31, 2017
Created murals for public displays; completed murals on time and received praise for quality and timeliness (May 2017 – August 2017).

Education

Associate in Applied Media Communications at University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts at University of Cincinnati - DAAP
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027
Associate in Applied Media Communications at University of Cincinnati Blue Ash
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
High School Diploma at Hughes Stem High School
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Gaming, Education, Professional Services, Retail