I am a virtual asset designer and motion graphics animator with expertise in virtual environment design, asset integration for VR experiences, filmmaking and editing. I have delivered a series of creative projects which implement immersive techniques to address self-help, wellbeing and therapy, which helped me achieve a Distinction Master's award. My technical skills include operating Maya, Blender, Unreal and Unity for asset integration, Photoshop, After Effects and Audition for motion graphics and video editing. I would like to find roles where I can utilise my technical abilities to further explore how art influences emotion and to create immersive experiences that educate audiences on this aspect.

Cristiana Petrache

I am a virtual asset designer and motion graphics animator with expertise in virtual environment design, asset integration for VR experiences, filmmaking and editing. I have delivered a series of creative projects which implement immersive techniques to address self-help, wellbeing and therapy, which helped me achieve a Distinction Master's award. My technical skills include operating Maya, Blender, Unreal and Unity for asset integration, Photoshop, After Effects and Audition for motion graphics and video editing. I would like to find roles where I can utilise my technical abilities to further explore how art influences emotion and to create immersive experiences that educate audiences on this aspect.

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I am a virtual asset designer and motion graphics animator with expertise in virtual environment design, asset integration for VR experiences, filmmaking and editing.

I have delivered a series of creative projects which implement immersive techniques to address self-help, wellbeing and therapy, which helped me achieve a Distinction Master’s award. My technical skills include operating Maya, Blender, Unreal and Unity for asset integration, Photoshop, After Effects and Audition for motion graphics and video editing. I would like to find roles where I can utilise my technical abilities to further explore how art influences emotion and to create immersive experiences that educate audiences on this aspect.

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Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Fluent
Japanese
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Animation Intern at HRB Education
November 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Ideated and animated educational clips for GCSE and A-Level tutoring, receiving over 600 cumulative views on 4 projects. Created storyboards, adapted scripts from text to video format, learnt motion graphics animation within a week and delivered projects using Adobe Illustrator and After Effects, directed and edited clips, edited sound for voice-overs.
Optical Assistant at Ollie Quinn
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Worked alongside an optometrist to deliver advice on prescription glasses and optical services tailored to diverse types of patients, facilitating help for over 500 customers over a year. Managed quality checks for lenses, frames and frame adjustments on over 500 pairs of prescription glasses; led sales under a tight schedule while overseeing store clinics and internal communications.
Retail Assistant at Penny Brohn
August 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Responsible for managing the shop and donation intake during peak times; optimised window displays and shopfloor to attract customers; led sales and initiated online listings on Depop, generating additional revenue for the charity.
Film Reviewer and Website Manager at Self-Employed / Personal Project
February 1, 2018 - September 1, 2021
Co-created and designed a film review website which led to international collaborations with industry websites such as Zavvi Blog or Filmotomy. Attended film festivals as a press journalist (e.g., London Film Festival 2020; 2021, Double Exposure 2020; Raindance 2020).
Film Reviewer and Website Manager at Independent / Freelance
February 1, 2018 - September 1, 2021
Co-created and designed a film review website; established international collaborations with industry sites; attended film festivals as a press journalist (e.g., London Film Festival 2020; 2021; Raindance 2020).

Education

Skills Bootcamp: Virtual Production with Unreal at University of Bristol – MyWorld WECA program
December 1, 2025 - January 24, 2026
MA in Immersive Arts: Virtual and Augmented Reality at University of Bristol
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
BA (Hons) Film at University of Kent, Canterbury
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024
Master of Arts (MA) in Immersive Arts: Virtual and Augmented Reality at University of Bristol
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Skills Bootcamp in Virtual Production with Unreal at University of Bristol (MyWorld WECA program)
December 1, 2025 - January 24, 2026
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Film at University of Kent, Canterbury
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024

Qualifications

Runner-up, Public Service Announcement competition (USA) - All It Takes is You
June 1, 2020 - January 24, 2026

Industry Experience

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