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Kestrel Kiegel
Kestrel Kiegel
ATEC Student at UT Dallas
Dallas, United States

Summary

Character Animator. Junior at the University of Texas at Dallas pursuing a Bachelor of Arts and Technology with a concentration in Animation. GPA of 3.988, graduating in December 2020.

Relevant Courses

Maya: Computer Animation Processes, Computer Animation I, Computer Animation II, Modeling and Texturing I, Animation Lab II

Photoshop: Computer Imaging

Java: Programming Fundamentals, Computer Science I for Non-Majors

Unity: Computer Science II for Non-Majors, Computer Graphics for Artists and Designers

Traditional Art and Film Courses: Drawing Foundations, Design I, Design II, Understanding Film, Project Management for Arts Tech, Animation Origins and Techniques

Skills

Hard Surface ModelingCharacter AnimationLayout

Software proficiency

Maya
Maya
Photoshop
Photoshop
Premiere
Premiere
Shotgun
Shotgun
Unity
Unity
Blender
Blender

Reel

Productions

    • Movie
      Stargazer
    • Year
      2019
    • Role
      Animator
    • Company
      ATEC Animation Lab

Experience

  • Peer Advisor at The University of Texas at Dallas
    Dallas, United States of America
    August 2018 - Present

    Selected through a highly-competitive process to be a Peer Advisor with UTD Housing. Built and managed student community in the Arts and Technology Living Learning Community for a current two semesters. Managed conflicts between roommates and supported individuals by connecting them to campus resources. Enforced housing policies and cared for residents who needed extra support. Met weekly administrative goals by working desk shifts and punctually submitting paperwork. Cooperated with other staff members to organize monthly socials for residents on the topics of diversity, inclusion, wellness, and more.