KADEN ALSTON-AKERS

kadenalstonakers@gmail.com
kadenskollection.weebly.com

PROFILE
Imagination Has No Bounds - An ambitious artist invested in learning about the principles of digital
craftsmanship, particularly in the aspects of 3D animation. Driven by creativity, he is passionate about
even the smallest of details and will do his best to balance the level of quality and quantity.
EDUCATION

Oakland Mills High School

9410 Kilimanjaro Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
Anticipated Graduation: May 31, 2024
GPA: 3.61/4.0
● Wrote articles for high school newspaper
● Took lessons in Principles of Java Programming

Animations/ Interactive Media

Applications and Research Laboratory, 1901 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City 21042
Relevant Coursework:
 Designed a CNC pattern for a live work internship.
 Experiment and study physics used in 3D software.
 Built a demo for a video game level in a group simulated studio.

SKILLS
● 2D Animation with Motion graphics
● Character design for 3D models. Rigging and animating in 3D software.
● Experience in Adobe Creative and Industry Standard Programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, After
Effects, Premiere) Autodesk Maya
● Script Languages: Java Script, C#, Python, Scratch, Unity

AWARDS
Passed Adobe Premiere Certification Exam
Student of the Month in ARL Academy
Honor Roll

HOBBIES/ ACTIVITIES
Video Game Development; Coding, 3D landscaping
Character Creation
Video Editing
Graphic Design