Hi, I'm Allen Uycoque, a passionate character animator with a strong background in 3D character and creature animation, digital painting, and story development. I enjoy creating compelling animations using Autodesk Maya and honing my skills in rigging and basic scripting to bring characters to life. Aside from animation, I have a keen eye for photography and color theory, which greatly enhances my creative work. Over the years, I've gained valuable experience in leadership roles, working in retail and digital media internships that developed my organizational and teamwork skills. My academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics and specialized training in Character Animation, advancing my craft and technical knowledge to deliver quality animated projects.

Allen Uycoque

Hi, I'm Allen Uycoque, a passionate character animator with a strong background in 3D character and creature animation, digital painting, and story development. I enjoy creating compelling animations using Autodesk Maya and honing my skills in rigging and basic scripting to bring characters to life. Aside from animation, I have a keen eye for photography and color theory, which greatly enhances my creative work. Over the years, I've gained valuable experience in leadership roles, working in retail and digital media internships that developed my organizational and teamwork skills. My academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics and specialized training in Character Animation, advancing my craft and technical knowledge to deliver quality animated projects.

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Hi, I’m Allen Uycoque, a passionate character animator with a strong background in 3D character and creature animation, digital painting, and story development. I enjoy creating compelling animations using Autodesk Maya and honing my skills in rigging and basic scripting to bring characters to life. Aside from animation, I have a keen eye for photography and color theory, which greatly enhances my creative work.

Over the years, I’ve gained valuable experience in leadership roles, working in retail and digital media internships that developed my organizational and teamwork skills. My academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Graphics and specialized training in Character Animation, advancing my craft and technical knowledge to deliver quality animated projects.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Plan-O-Gram Team Lead at Menards Inc
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2021
Led the POG team appointed by local and district area managers to ensure store layouts complied with corporate plans. Recognized as Team Member of the Month. Managed order pick-up and delivery services for online orders. Assisted in store setup and coordinated completion of corporate store layout plans.
Wallcoverings Assistant Manager at Menards Inc
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2021
Assisted customers with color design and paint color choices, providing expert advice on wallcoverings. Supported sales floor operations and helped customers with home improvement projects, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
Digital Media Intern at Purdue, Poland Study Abroad
June 1, 2016 - August 31, 2017
Assisted professors and taught several course subjects, provided support as a student aid to peers needing help with coursework, and worked as a lab technician to support digital media studies during summer sessions.
Lab Technician/Cart Attendant/Parking Lot Upkeep/Cashier at Target Inc.
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2015
Handled various responsibilities including ensuring cart availability, parking lot maintenance, assisting guests with loading purchases during carry out, performing cashier duties during busy hours, and providing managerial support during breaks.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Purdue University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

Character Animation Certificate
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Advance Body Mechanics
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Advance Acting
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Retail, Education, Media & Entertainment