Jessica Ford

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I'm a versatile artist specializing in 3D animation with a strong background in design and fine arts.

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I’m a versatile artist specializing in 3D animation with a strong background in design and fine arts.

I enjoy taking concepts from idea through lighting, texturing, and composition, collaborating with teams to bring stories to life and deliver high-quality visuals under tight deadlines.

  • Joined January 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Real Estate & Construction

Projects · 2

Work experience· 14 roles

3D Animator · Gathering Short FilmJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Developed concept and story. Animated the lead character using Maya and Kyle Rig. Added lighting, texture, and background to animation.

Designer · Alur WallsJan 2022 – Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Designer contributing to wall design projects.

Barista · Starbucks Coffee CoJun 2021 – Jan 2022 · 8 mos

• Worked with customer service, drive-through, and cash registers. • Creatively prepared beverages and food items, and handled stock and inventory.

Barista · Starbucks Coffee, OakhurstJan 2021 – Jan 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo
Designer · ALUR WallsSep 2018 – Feb 2024 · 5 yrs 6 mos
Window Designer/Sales · The Barefoot BrideJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos
Window Designer/Sales · The Barfoot BrideJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos
Window Designer/ Sales · The Barefoot BrideDec 2016 – Jan 2026 · 9 yrs 2 mos

Education· 8

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design · Kean University2007 – 2011

Learned AutoCAD, Photoshop, Hand Drafting and Rendering, Art and Architectural History, History of Furniture, Art Background

Master of Fine Arts in 3D Animation and Visual Effects · Academy of Art University2021 – 2026

Currently earning an MFA in 3D Animation and Visual Effects. Expected to graduate May 2026. Taking classes such as 3D Modeling and Animation (Maya), Traditional Animation, Character Animation, Perspective for Characters and Environment, History and Techniques of Character Animation, Acting for Animators, Introduction to Rigging, Storyboarding Principles, Fundamentals of Lookdev and Lighting, Crossing Boardes: Art and Culture in a Global Society, Advanced Character Animation, Feature Animation, and currently developing a 60 Second 3D Animated Thesis Film.

Master of Fine Arts in Animation & Visual Effects, Emphasis in 3D Animation · Academy of Art University, San Francisco2030 – 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design · Robert Busch School of Design, Kean University2030 – 2012

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