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Samantha Kelley

Education

Union College, Schenectady, NY. June 2022 

Bachelor of Art in Studio Fine Arts and Psychology, Overall GPA: 3.81

  • Related Coursework: Real and Recorded Time and Digital Art, Post Digital Printmaking, Narrative Drawing

Technical/Design Skills

Design: Proficient in Cinema 4D, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premier Pro, DaVinci Resolve

Technical: Proficient in Google Suite, Word, PowerPoint

Academic Experience

3D Computer Modeling, Union College Department of Studio Fine Arts. September 2022-November 2022

  • Used Cinema 4D in order to develop 3D scenes and present resulting compositions for class critiques

  • Determined improvements for implementation including reworking models, texture maps, lighting, or composition and revised work accordingly

Senior Thesis, Union College Department of Studio Fine Arts. January 2022-June 2022

  • Created a set of seven 3D modeled scenes that explored the effect of the 2020 pandemic on mental health 

  • Designed liquid and particle simulations created with the RealFlow plugin to Cinema 4D

  • Presented and demonstrated product through a senior exhibition to students and faculty

Relevant Professional Experience

Web and Gallery Assistant, Martinez Gallery, Troy, NY. October 2022-Present 

  • Design marketing content utilizing Photoshop and DaVinci Resolve to promote large-scale events via email communications, physical fliers and through the website

  • Oversee updates, edits and content additions for  the website in order  to advertise the gallery and attract clients

  • Address technical issues including website errors and issues with file organization.

  • Capture artwork through photographs and write descriptions to highlight and promote local artists

Web Design Consultant, Freelance Multiple Clients, Remote. July 2022-August 2025 

  • Consulted with clients on needs and requirements for website including design, photo editing and portfolio updates

  • Enhanced website design for clients by updating, removing outdated content and ensuring efficient organization

Web Communications & Marketing Employee,Union College. January 2021-October 2021 

  • Designed website content including a footer with relevant department information and photo editing for web pages

  • Provided ideas and updates for additional website design including a cover page highlighting newsletter

  • Assessed and fixed errors within the website to maintain relevancy

Additional Leadership/Work Experience

Residential Advisor, Union College Office of Residential Life. September 2019-March 2020 

  • Facilitated a safe and healthy living environment in the community by enforcing college policies and regulations 

  • Developed relationships with residents by providing one-on-one support and guidance, referring students to services and programs as well as addressing concerns

  • Created and led programming in order to help residents maintain a healthy mindset during classes  

Mailroom Employee, Union College. September 2018-March 2020 

  • Organized and maintained packages to provide efficient service to campus community members

  • Ensured accuracy with mail delivery/pick up services by logging out each package with attention to detail

Salesfloor Team Member, Target, Schenectady, NY. November 2018-December 2018 

  • Maintained overall organization of stock and product placement to maximize sales

  • Interacted with guests by answering questions, advising on product information and addressed customer concerns 

  • Prepared online orders efficiently and ensured proper shipping processes were followed

Athletics Involvement

Member, Women’s Division III Crew Team, Union College. September 2018-October 2020

  • Dedicated 7+ hours per week of training, competition, strategic teamwork, skill development, and mentorship