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Hi, I’m Katrina Larner. I graduated with distinction from the Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in Film/Animation/Video. Over the years, I’ve gained hands-on experience managing film and animation equipment and assisting students and artists in both academic and creative projects. I’m passionate about animation and helping others develop their skills.
I’ve also worked in bookstore retail and taught young people in various creative and educational settings. I enjoy providing personal critiques and technical assistance, whether it’s in animation programs or audio/video editing. I’m always eager to support creative projects and contribute to vibrant artistic communities.
Experience Level
Work Experience
Checkout Assistant at RISD Film/Animation/Video Dept.
December 31, 2025 - July 24, 2025Managed physical and digital inventory systems in a retail-like environment, locating and providing filming equipment at students’ requests, often independent of supervision. Maintained and inventoried delicate and expensive camera and audio equipment, including discontinued 16mm film cameras, physical editing suites, and professional-grade audio equipment. Advised students with specific equipment needs and creative directions for personal projects. Provided general upkeep for specialized studio spaces utilizing IT-specific skills and knowledge relating to general computing.
Special Assistant at RISD Film/Animation/Video Dept.
May 31, 2025 - July 24, 2025Hand-chosen to be a special assistant for the year-long Intermediate Animation course for Amy Kravitz. Tasked with providing personal critique and one-on-one demonstration of animation programs. Assisted visiting artists in presenting work to the Senior Animation Degree Project course. Performed tasks outside of the course meeting times, including giving feedback for Department Review Officials, presenting tours of the department for prospective students and visiting artists, and assisting with technical needs of the department.
Teaching Assistant at RISD Continuing Education
August 31, 2024 - July 24, 2025Assisted two Professors in RISD's Pre-Collegiate summer program for Design Foundations and Film/Video courses. Gave personal critique on individual projects while considering the special skills needed to teach teens aged 14-17. Provided technical feedback related to Premiere Pro and Logic Pro. Managed various tours and field trips, safely navigating groups of teens through the general Providence area. Assisted in resolving multiple interpersonal issues among students.
Retail Assistant at Bel and Bunna’s Bookstore
December 31, 2022 - July 24, 2025Assisted customers with personalized book recommendations, working with both adults and their children. Managed the storefront from opening to closing: maintaining inventory, ordering stock, handling cash and POS system, often independently. Skilled in providing excellent customer service, maintaining the relationship and mission of a local bookstore. Assisted in organizing special events curated towards a variety of age groups ranging from infants to young teens. Designed custom signage for events with original illustrations and typography.
Summer Teaching Assistant at Museum of Children’s Art Oakland
December 31, 2019 - July 24, 2025Assisted in teaching a general art class to 20 children ages 5-13.
Counselor at Diablo Day Camp
December 31, 2017 - July 24, 2025Assisted in managing and teaching skills to young girls ages 5-13 including cooking, fire safety, wilderness experience, art, and archery.
Education
BFA at Rhode Island School of Design
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025Qualifications
Bruce Bolduc Memorial Award
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023FAV Award of Distinction
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023RISD Merit Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023CCA Merit Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Industry Experience
Education, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
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