Maya Kaplun
www.mayakaplun.com
info@mayakaplun.com
347.612.2959

Software and Skills

• In depth knowledge of Mac and Windows platforms;
• Thorough working knowledge of Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Dreamweaver, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Alias Maya;
• Ability to work conceptually;
• Profound understanding of industry requirements needed for productive communication and workflow of any project;
• Strong organizational skills, ability to handle multiple projects independently and perform under tight deadlines.

Experience

Udachi Studio (New York) 2005 – present
Graphic and Web Designer
Participate in all aspects of production design for this independent film company: creating storyboards, designing and creating graphics for films and commercials, designing and maintaining company website.

Production Design for Film and Theater (New York) 2002 – present
Production Designer
Responsibilities include overseeing production processes as well as visual presentation for independent film and theater companies. Working closely with producers and director to achieve the ultimate translation of the script “from the page to the stage”. Extensive research, creative eye, drafting and building skills. Hiring and supervising skilled assistants; coordinating all aspects of the building process in order to meet scheduling and budget demands of film and theater industry - all in pursuit of visual excitement.

Medical Office Magazine (New York) 2007 – 2008
Graphic Designer
Design and produce content layout, ads and supplemental collateral for this periodical publication.

Studio Radia (New York) 2006
Graphic Designer
Participated in all aspects of design and development for this consultancy firm specializing in marketing strategies and brand development. Responsibilities included designing logotypes, products, packaging and websites, designing covers and creating layout for books and brochures, communicating with clients, printing facilities and programmers.

Academy of Art University (San Francisco) 2000-2001
Animation Laboratory Assistant
Rapidly promoted through positions of responsibility for the Computer Animation Laboratory of the Academy of Art University. Provided extensive technical, administrative and educational support for teaching staff, students and other lab participants. Participated in all levels of lab maintenance, including: network support, hardware and software installation, updates and troubleshooting. Assisted teaching staff with technical issues, helped students with projects and software. Participated in creation of official Computer Animation Department website by building sitemaps, creating content and communicating with project team and department’s management and administration.

Education

School Of Visual Arts (New York, NY) 2008 - present
Graphic Design and Advertising

Academy of Art College (San Francisco) 1998-2001
Computer Animation and Graphic Design.

Art Students League (New York) 1996-1998
Human Anatomy and Figure Drawing

All references, additional materials and information are available upon request