I am a versatile and adaptable artist with proven hands-on technical skills and a passion for continuous learning. I'm eager to secure a role that leverages creativity, technical aptitude, and a team-oriented mindset to drive value. I have experience in art/design principles, QA testing, VR simulation development, and logistics.

Thane Wisherop

I am a versatile and adaptable artist with proven hands-on technical skills and a passion for continuous learning. I'm eager to secure a role that leverages creativity, technical aptitude, and a team-oriented mindset to drive value. I have experience in art/design principles, QA testing, VR simulation development, and logistics.

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I am a versatile and adaptable artist with proven hands-on technical skills and a passion for continuous learning.

I’m eager to secure a role that leverages creativity, technical aptitude, and a team-oriented mindset to drive value. I have experience in art/design principles, QA testing, VR simulation development, and logistics.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Artist and Game Designer at Independent Projects
January 1, 2017 - Present
Practicing professional artist, creating and selling original art pieces across multiple media (murals, canvas paintings, screen prints, drawings). Managing various independent game development projects and collaborating with remote teams.
VR Simulation Developer
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Designed virtual environments and developed software/hardware for VR self-defense training simulators. Integrated hardware systems (Meta Quest 2, Antilatee motion trackers) with custom software/hardware solutions. Modeled, 3D printed, and electronically wired proprietary hardware for the simulator. Created 2D graphics and promotional materials; performed general IT duties and facility support; calibrated and operated the trainer.
Test Associate II (Software QA: VR, PC and Mobile) at Eris
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026
Performed manual testing with a focus on performance in Meta’s Horizon Virtual Environments. Tested on Meta Quest 3S and mobile platforms. Wrote, investigated, and verified fixes for defects; completed regression testing; collaborated with development teams; utilized ADB and AI testing agencies.
Merchandiser at Coca-Cola
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Executed merchandising plans to ensure optimal product placement, display, and availability in retail stores. Set up promotional displays and signage to attract customer attention and drive sales. Maintained areas of responsibility in designated accounts by communicating status and concerns to store and company personnel; ensured proper stock rotation and adherence to standards.
VR/Screen Printer & Tech Support at Oregon Screen Impressions
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Operated and maintained M&R automatic screen-printing presses for high-volume production. Managed full setup and teardown for print jobs, ensuring efficient transitions. Performed quality control checks and maintained high print quality and detail. Executed CIP of brewing vessels? (Note: adapted from resume as printing context) and maintained clean, sanitary, and safe workspace. Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting, logged work orders for escalated issues; handled fork lift and material handling tasks.
Brew Tech II at Widmer Brothers Brewery
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Operated and conducted changeovers for packaging equipment (fillers, sealers, box stuffers, depalletizers, palletizers, robotic arms). Followed SOPs and best practices for production and cleaning processes, product movement, and equipment operation. Performed CIP of brewing vessels, tanks, process lines, fermenters, centrifuges, filters, and yeast brinks including assembly and disassembly of process lines and loops; entry into vessel for manual brew house cleaning. Maintained organized, sanitary, and safe work area. Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting of process equipment; escalated maintenance issues using the work order system.
Delivery Driver at Grizzly Peak Farms
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Delivered pre-packaged cannabis products from indoor farm to various dispensaries across California. Conducted routine maintenance checks on delivery vehicles.Weighted, packed, and labeled products. Collected and reconciled cash and payments for deliveries while adhering to strict security protocols to ensure safe transfers to headquarter.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of California, Santa Cruz
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2021

Qualifications

Dean's List Award
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Governor's Medal - California Scholar
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

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