2D Concept Artist

KIRSTEN ALUMBAUGH

*** ***** **., **** *******, MI 48824 630-***-****

adxng6@r.postjobfree.com

Portfolio: https://www.artstation.com/kirstenalumbaugh

• Management

• After Effects

• Substance Painter

• Microsoft Word

• PowerPoint

• Microsoft Excel

• Procreate

SKILLS

• Spanish

• Teamwork

• Problem

Solving

• Blender

• Unity

• Photoshop

EDUCATION

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, May 2023

• Cumulative GPA: 3.90/4.00

• Dean’s List: 6 Semesters

• Bachelor of Arts, Games and Interactive Media

• Bachelor of Arts, Spanish

• Minor, Game Design and Development

• Honors College

Relevant Courses:

• Mentorship with Ricardo Guimaraes

• Game Design & Development; Game and Interactive Media Development; Games and Interactivity

• 3D Graphics and Design; Advanced Concept Design; Compositing & Special Effects; Concept Design; Art and Design: Concepts and Practices; Media Sketching and Graphics; Drawing I

• Bringing Media to Market; Media and Information Technology; Understanding Media and Information Awards:

• Audience-Choice for Unicycle Samurai at MSU Game Dev Showcase 2021

• alt.ctrl.GDC nominee for Unicycle Samurai in March 2023 WORK HISTORY

El Chico – Madrid, Spain

Intern, 05/2022 to 07/2022

• Communicated with employees, collaborators, and guests in Spanish

• Translated company documents and information from Spanish to English

• Researched historical art events and works for company projects

• Created price listings for gallery exhibitions

• Designed a company website for an artist-in-residency program

• Provided technical support for other staff members

• Used photo-editing software (Photoshop) to edit company photos for exhibition texts and websites Chipotle – Okemos, MI

Certified Trainer, 10/2021 to Present

• Prepared and served food according to company guidelines and customer wishes

• Maintained sanitation standards throughout shifts by closely adhering to the Food Safety Seven

• Operated the cash register to complete customer transactions

• Helped to complete large catering orders by preparing food in a timely fashion

• Trained new employees on how to successfully carry out their own tasks at the store Domino’s – East Lansing, MI

Insider, 09/2020 to 04/2021

• Answered phone calls to place orders and answer customer questions

• Followed company standards when preparing and serving food

• Restocked cold tables and fridges during slow periods

• Operated cash register for cash and credit card purchases

• Strictly adhered to protocol regarding health and sanitation when serving customers their food for pickup

• Organized deliveries and takeout with appropriate labels in a timely fashion so that drivers could efficiently find and take their orders to customers Jimmy John's – Naperville, IL

PIC (Person-In-Charge), 02/2019 to 03/2021

• Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions

• Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and company policy Answered phone calls and placed orders

• Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads

• Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures

• Deposited nightly cash drops at the end of closing shifts along with completing the appropriate company documentation

Swagath Indian Cuisine – East Lansing, MI

Server, 02/2020 to 03/2020

• Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.

• Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries, and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.

• Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils, and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.

• Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.

• Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions. Supervised restocking of salad bar and buffet for lunch and dinner service.

• Promoted customer satisfaction by preparing food according to standard recipes with modifications based on individual customer requirements

• Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company

• Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items

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