3D Animator & Designer with experience creating character animation, motion graphics, procedural environments, and cinematic motion for immersive, real-time projects. Skilled in Blender, Unreal Engine, After Effects, TouchDesigner, and motion-driven visual storytelling across games, fashion, and interactive media.

Vanessa Tershana

3D Animator & Designer with experience creating character animation, motion graphics, procedural environments, and cinematic motion for immersive, real-time projects. Skilled in Blender, Unreal Engine, After Effects, TouchDesigner, and motion-driven visual storytelling across games, fashion, and interactive media.

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3D Animator & Designer with experience creating character animation, motion graphics, procedural environments, and cinematic motion for immersive, real-time projects. Skilled in Blender, Unreal Engine, After Effects, TouchDesigner, and motion-driven visual storytelling across games, fashion, and interactive media.

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Language

Albanian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Creative Technologist & Immersive Designer at Nessirius
September 1, 2024 - Present
Produced real-time 3D animations and immersive visuals for music, fashion, and tech clients, including rigged characters, procedural environments, and audio-reactive motion systems. Designed and developed characters for animation from initial sketches through modeling, rigging, and animated presentation, used in real-time installations and promotional media. Animated and lit immersive scenes from concept to final delivery, applying cinematic timing and pacing to enhance emotional impact.
Video Content Creator
December 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Designed motion graphics and animated visuals in After Effects for ad campaigns, increasing viewership by 20%. Integrated sound design and dynamic pacing to enhance narrative clarity and storyboard execution. Coordinated closely with a cross-functional team to deliver visual consistency across campaigns.
Remote VR Consultant at Avatar
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Conducted VR usability testing, resulting in a 25% performance improvement in the product’s beta release. Translated user feedback into actionable recommendations for developers, reducing turnaround time on fixes. Collaborated with developers to evaluate motion clarity and spatial interaction in VR environments.
Video Content Creator at NESSIRIUS
December 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Designed motion graphics and animated visuals in After Effects for ad campaigns, contributing to a 20% increase in viewership. Integrated sound design and dynamic pacing to enhance narrative clarity and storyboard execution. Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure visual consistency across campaigns.
VR Consultant at Avatour
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Conducted VR usability testing, resulting in a 25% performance improvement in the product’s beta release. Translated user feedback into actionable recommendations for developers, reducing turnaround time on fixes. Collaborated with developers to evaluate motion clarity and spatial interaction in VR environments.
Remote VR Consultant at Avator
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Conducted VR usability testing, resulting in a 25% performance improvement in the product’s beta release. Translated user feedback into actionable recommendations for developers, reducing turnaround time on fixes. Collaborated with developers to evaluate motion clarity and spatial interaction in VR environments.
Remote VR Consultant at Avatour
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Conducted VR usability testing and translated user feedback into actionable recommendations for developers, improving product beta performance. Evaluated motion clarity and spatial interaction for VR environments.

Education

Bachelor of Science at New York University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Integrated Design & Media at New York University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Integrated Design & Media at New York University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Gaming for Virtual & Augmented Reality Certificate at Technische Universität Berlin
August 1, 2022 - January 11, 2026
Bachelor of Science, Integrated Design & Media at New York University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

Gaming for Virtual & Augmented Reality Certificate
August 1, 2022 - January 11, 2026
Gaming for Virtual & Augmented Reality Certificate
August 1, 2022 - January 11, 2026
Gaming for Virtual & Augmented Reality Certificate
August 1, 2022 - January 11, 2026
Gaming for Virtual & Augmented Reality Certificate
August 1, 2022 - January 11, 2026

Industry Experience

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