Isabella Buss
San Tan Valley
Summary
Senior animation student at Arizona State University with a focus on 3D animation and rigging. Experienced in building and manipulating character systems, with a strong interest in the structural and technical processes that bring life into the 3D space. Skilled in Maya, Substance Painter, Adobe After Effects, and Reaper, with a foundation in animation principles and workflow, and sound design. Seeking opportunities to contribute to animation projects while continuing to develop technical and creative practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
E-Commerce Assistant
Tech Rec Recyling
Tempe, AZ
12.2025 - Current
- Process and categorize high volumes of electronic components (CPUs, RAM, motherboards) for resale, maintaining accuracy across inventory and listings
- Document and photograph items for online marketplaces, ensuring clear visual and technical representation of assets
- Diagnose and evaluate hardware condition, developing a detail-oriented approach to technical inspection and quality control
- Contribute to workflow organization during company transition to SellYourBoards.com, adapting to evolving systems for intake, sorting, and distribution
- Manage consistent throughput in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on precision and repeatable processes
Senior Operations Administrator
Fed Ex Ground
Chandler, AZ
09.2022 - 09.2025
- Managed daily intake and sorting workflows within a high-volume operational pipeline, ensuring consistency with safety and quality control standards
- Performed audit checks on exception cases (damaged or hazardous items), documenting findings and generating detailed reports for tracking and resolution
- Maintained accuracy across documentation pipelines by processing export and customs data for international shipments
- Handled issue resolution workflows including package tracing, data corrections, and coordination of pickups, ensuring clear communication across system touchpoints
- Supported pipeline continuity by flexibly stepping into multiple operational roles based on shifting workflow demands
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Animation And Digital Arts
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2026
Skills
- 3D Modeling
- Character Animation
- Story Writing
- Motion Graphics Design
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Autodesk Maya
- Rendering Optimization
- Storyboarding
- Digital audio workstations (Reaper)
- Post-production
- Python scripting
- Digital sculpting
Accomplishments
- Designed and implemented rig control systems with a focus on animator usability and clean hierarchy structures
- Troubleshot deformation and constraint issues through iterative testing and refinement
- Applied principles of animation (timing, spacing, motion) to validate rig performance
Timeline
E-Commerce Assistant
Tech Rec Recyling
12.2025 - Current
Senior Operations Administrator
Fed Ex Ground
09.2022 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Animation And Digital Arts
Arizona State University