Hi, I'm Brannon Trahan, an aspiring 3D artist with over six years of valuable retail experience. I've developed strong leadership skills managing teams, as well as excellent communication, adaptability, and time management abilities. I'm passionate about creativity and innovation and am dedicated to exceeding goals in my future career endeavors. I have experience in supervising leadership roles for retail while also pursuing 3D modeling and animation through my internship at Adonai Games. My experience includes modeling, rigging, texturing, and rendering 3D assets, as well as collaborating closely with directors and team members to produce quality game development outcomes. I'm eager to continue growing my skills and contributing to exciting projects in 3D art and game development.

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Hi, I'm Brannon Trahan, an aspiring 3D artist with over six years of valuable retail experience. I've developed strong leadership skills managing teams, as well as excellent communication, adaptability, and time management abilities. I'm passionate about creativity and innovation and am dedicated to exceeding goals in my future career endeavors. I have experience in supervising leadership roles for retail while also pursuing 3D modeling and animation through my internship at Adonai Games. My experience includes modeling, rigging, texturing, and rendering 3D assets, as well as collaborating closely with directors and team members to produce quality game development outcomes. I'm eager to continue growing my skills and contributing to exciting projects in 3D art and game development.

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Hi, I’m Brannon Trahan, an aspiring 3D artist with over six years of valuable retail experience. I’ve developed strong leadership skills managing teams, as well as excellent communication, adaptability, and time management abilities. I’m passionate about creativity and innovation and am dedicated to exceeding goals in my future career endeavors.

I have experience in supervising leadership roles for retail while also pursuing 3D modeling and animation through my internship at Adonai Games. My experience includes modeling, rigging, texturing, and rendering 3D assets, as well as collaborating closely with directors and team members to produce quality game development outcomes. I’m eager to continue growing my skills and contributing to exciting projects in 3D art and game development.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Assets Protection Specialist at Target Corporation
May 1, 2023 - Present
Create strategies to mitigate theft shortage in the store. Manage a team of security specialists focused on safety and security. Plan and manage daily/weekly tasks using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Zoom. Collaborate with Law Enforcement to identify and apprehend repeat offenders after using surveillance processes. Perform physical and CCTV surveillance for theft or operational concerns. Support other stores with coverage and efforts to address external theft. Partner with store leadership to address shortage concerns and communicate business results and metrics.
3D Modeling/ Animation Intern at Adonai Games
July 1, 2021 - Present
Model, UV unwrap, texture, and render 3D assets using 3ds Max. Perform rigging, skinning, and animating of 3D models. Use Photoshop to create texture files and import rendered files into Unreal Engine. Create materials, material instances, and blueprints in Unreal Engine. Engage with the Director for quality assurance reviews. Research and obtain references for model designs and game development. Work collaboratively in a team-oriented setting to maximize development pipeline efficiency.
Lead Security Specialist – Assets Protection at Target Corporation
May 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Enforced store-wide safety and security standards. Managed store operations from an Asset Protection standpoint for six months without an Executive Lead. Prevented over $400,000 worth of shortage. Monitored team member and guest behavior and created strategies to deter external theft activities. Educated team members on safety protocols and trained new security specialists. Maintained cleaning and first-aid supplies. Recognized outstanding safety contributions. Conducted video reviews and documented incidents. Partnered with law enforcement on theft incidents and deescalated erratic situations. Performed property and parking lot patrols.
Guest Advocate/ Service & Engagement Captain – Front End at Target Corporation
June 30, 2021 - July 10, 2025
Handled sales and return transactions, as well as online order sales with handheld devices. Delivered orders at Guest Service and Curbside pickup. Monitored and assisted self-checkout transactions. Promoted a joyful guest shopping experience and promoted Target Circle and Red Card for loyalty. Maintained merchandise presentation and organization. Managed break and lunch schedules for front-end team members. Handled money, coupons, and keys after store closes. Maintained store carts and cleaned the front end area.
Front End Team Leader at Academy Sports and Outdoors
October 31, 2020 - July 10, 2025
Conducted sales and return transactions, delivered online orders at service desk and curbside. Assisted customers with merchandise location and price checks. Managed team member schedules and breaks. Counted down registers and maintained register and store safe balances. Prepared and transferred bank deposits. Maintained clean and organized front end presentation. Deescalated team member and customer situations. Educated team members on transactions and promoted Academy store credit card applications.

Education

Associate in Arts at Lone Star Community College
August 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021
High School Diploma at Cypress Ridge High School
August 1, 2014 - June 30, 2018

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Industry Experience

Retail, Gaming, Media & Entertainment