I'm Makenna Deason, an illustrator focused on character and prop design for the gaming industry. I enjoy bringing game worlds to life through expressive characters and detailed props. I have hands-on experience with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, plus FireAlpaca for digital painting, and I also use Excel for time sheets, orders, and finances. I hold a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification and have five years of illustration-focused college coursework, along with strong conflict-resolution and customer-service skills.

Makenna Deason

I'm Makenna Deason, an illustrator focused on character and prop design for the gaming industry. I enjoy bringing game worlds to life through expressive characters and detailed props. I have hands-on experience with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, plus FireAlpaca for digital painting, and I also use Excel for time sheets, orders, and finances. I hold a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification and have five years of illustration-focused college coursework, along with strong conflict-resolution and customer-service skills.

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I’m Makenna Deason, an illustrator focused on character and prop design for the gaming industry. I enjoy bringing game worlds to life through expressive characters and detailed props.

I have hands-on experience with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, plus FireAlpaca for digital painting, and I also use Excel for time sheets, orders, and finances. I hold a ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification and have five years of illustration-focused college coursework, along with strong conflict-resolution and customer-service skills.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Attractions Worker at Linder Farms
October 1, 2018 - November 1, 2019
Safely handled and prepared food orders. Engaged in equipment maintenance and upkeep and followed safety procedures. Greeted and assisted customers. Clarified and enforced company rules to ensure customer safety and best practices.
Library Assistant at Gypsy Jackson Memorial Library
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Maintained routine upkeep of the building and facilities. Organized shelves and website. Assisted patrons in searching library stock and checking out books. Helped patrons with needs and disabilities while using library resources. Greeted and interacted with patrons. Supported staff in setting up, maintaining, and cleaning library events. Cared for gardens and handled mail and packages.
Customer Service / Food Preparation at Idaho Pizza Company
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Took orders over the phone and in person. Safely prepared and served orders in a timely fashion. Managed the point of sale system amid high volume. Maintained cleanliness and proper storage of produce and ingredients. Followed food safety protocols.
Retail Assistant / Event Staff at The Shed at Garrett Ranches
July 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Assisted customers in finding and carrying products. Packaged, restocked, and organized products. Maintained the cleanliness of the building. Handled money and purchases. Assisted in setup and cleanup of events. Used Excel to organize and complete customer orders. Resolved customer complaints politely and efficiently.
Custodial at BYU-I Custodial
January 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Maintained cleanliness of campus property with a team. Followed campus safety protocols and team leader guidance. Coordinated with campus security as needed. Maintained good relations with coworkers and supervisor.

Education

Bachelor's in Arts at Brigham Young University Alumni
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Qualifications

ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certified
June 1, 2023 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Agriculture & Mining