Resume

MaKayla Hensley

(941) 225-5745   mhensle1@c.ringling.edu

EDUCATION

Ringling College of Art and Design, Sarasota, FL                                                                  

Bachelor of Fine Arts/ 2019

Major: Game Art                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

GPA 3.0/4.0                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

DESIGN EXPERIENCE

Illustrator, Global Game Jam 2017, Sarasota, FL — January 2017

·       Collaborated with local game enthusiasts and produced a game in 48 hours

·       Responsible for 2D Art/ UI

Research Consultant, Ringling Kimbrough Library; Sarasota, FL — 2015-Present

·       Assisted students with finding resources for their essays and projects

·       Designed posters for Library displays

·       Brainstormed events for the Library with coworkers

Tooned Up Video, Channel Frederator; Youtube — July 2016

·       Directed a team of three other students

·       Designed a two panel mural of the arctic tundra for local zoo

·       Mural still is displayed in Zoo’s educational building

Pentathlon Poster Design, Ringling Collaboratory; Sarasota, FL — 2016

·       Designed a poster for an Olympic Qualification event

·       People from around the world were audience to this event.

Greenville Zoo Mural Art Director; Greenville SC- 2012

·       Directed a team of three other students

·       Designed a two panel mural of the arctic tundra for local zoo

·       Mural still is displayed in Zoo’s educational building

Seasonal Caricature Artist; North Myrtle Beach SC- 2010-2012

·       Sketch tourists and locals for free, with tips appreciated during events

·       Had a nightly  income of at least 100$

Painter/Designer, Retreat North Myrtle Beach — North Myrtle Beach, SC-2010-2012

·       Designed t shirts for vacation company

·       Painted large canvas pieces for interior spaces

·       Upcycled old furniture, and produced color themes for vacation rentals

·       Photographed/blogged about rental spaces and events, including a wedding

 Betsy Floral Arrangements, Greenville SC — 2009-2010

·       Collaborated and arranged bouquets for weddings

·       Became educated in jewelry making with coin and leather

PERSONAL SKILLS

Digital/Computer: Excellent skills in, Adobe Photoshop, Maya, Unreal, Conceptualizing, Character Design, Google Chrome, Microsoft Office Suites, Premiere Pro.

Traditional: Pen and Ink, Pencil, Watercolor

Social Medias: such as YouTube, twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and more. Above exceptional in communication, teamwork, time management and flexibility.