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Hi! I’m Saw Htoo, a Visual Effects artist. I’ve gained hands-on experience in lighting, compositing, and look development through various projects and mentorship. I enjoy bringing creative ideas to life by blending technical skills with artistic vision.
I have experience managing part-time business operations as well as collaborating on team pipelines under industry mentorship. I’m proficient with a range of industry-standard software including Autodesk Maya, Houdini, Nuke, and Unreal Engine, and I am passionate about refining my expertise in visual effects and technical direction.
Experience Level
Language
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Franchisee at Snowfruit
August 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025Managed part-time operations of the franchise, ensuring smooth daily business functions. Prepared and restocked products to maintain consistent inventory. Handled customer transactions and resolved product-related issues to boost customer satisfaction.
Team Associate at Walmart
January 1, 2022 - August 13, 2025Assisted over 100 customers daily with product inquiries, inventory checks, and checkout services. Maintained cash and closed the cash register at the end of each shift. Adapted to schedule changes and supported coworkers’ shifts.
Lighting Artist at Silent Comfort
May 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Lighting Artist: Developed mood-driven interior lighting to support the emotional tone of a narrative short; Matched lighting references for visual consistency across shots; Configured custom AOVs to separate lighting passes for greater control.
Look Development / Lighting Artist at SCAD X THE MILL
November 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Worked in a studio-like pipeline with feedback and iterations under The Mill’s mentorship; Customized textured materials for 3D models and designed a room as part of a set extension; Lit scenes in Houdini, exported AOVs, and completed color grading in Nuke.
Compositor at AMARYLLIS
May 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Rendered AOVs using Solaris and coordinated team handoffs for final comp; Created HDRI maps, tracked cameras, and set up lighting layouts for rendering; Composited 3D elements into live-action plates using Nuke.
Lighting Artist at QUACKER CLINIC
May 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Lit interior shots for animated film in Maya, adapting to a remote workflow; Troubleshoot render issues and organize files for final delivery.
Franchise Manager at SNOWFRUIT
August 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Managed part-time operations of the franchise, ensuring smooth daily business functions; Delivered consistent customer service and resolved product issues.
Team Associate at WAL-MART
January 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025Assisted 100+ customers daily with product inquiries, inventory checks, and checkout services; Handled cash register operations and supported shift coverage.
Lighting Artist at Silent Comfort
May 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Developed mood-driven interior lighting to support the emotional tone of a narrative short. Matched lighting references for visual consistency across shots. Configured custom AOV passes to separate lighting passes for greater control.
Look Development / Lighting Artist at SCAD x The Mill
November 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Worked in a studio-like pipeline with feedback and iterations under The Mill's mentorship. Customized textured materials for 3D models and designed a room as part of a set extension. Lit scenes in Houdini, exported AOVs, and completed color grading in Nuke.
Compositor at Amaryllis
May 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Rendered AOVs using Solaris, coordinated team handoffs for final comp. Created HDRI maps, tracked cameras, and set up lighting layouts for rendering. Composited 3D elements into live-action plates using Nuke.
Lighting Artist at Quacker Clinic
May 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Lit interior shots for animated film in Maya, adapting to a remote workflow. Troubleshot render issues and organized files for final delivery.
Franchisee / Franchise Owner at Snowfruit
August 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025Managed part-time operations of the franchise, ensuring smooth daily business functions. Delivered consistent customer service and resolved product issues.
Team Associate at Walmart
January 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025Assisted 100+ customers daily with product inquiries, inventory checks, and checkout services. Handled cash register operations and supported shift coverage.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Savannah College of Art and Design
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts at Savannah College of Art and Design
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts at Savannah College of Art and Design
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025Qualifications
SCADforward Certificate of Completion
January 1, 2022 - August 13, 2025SCADamp Certificate of Completion
January 1, 2025 - August 13, 2025Rookie of the Year | Visual Effects (Rank C) — Rookie Awards 2025
January 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025SCADforward Certificate of Completion
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022SCADamp Certificate of Completion
January 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Rookie of the Year | Visual Effects (Rank C) — Rookie Awards 2025
January 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025SCADforward Certificate of Completion
January 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025SCADamp Certificate of Completion
January 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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