Jacob
updyke
Director - Producer - Layout Artist - 2D Animator - Story Artist
Education
BFA in Animation, Cum Laude, Savannah College of Art and Design
Concentration in Storytelling/Concept Development
Minor in Storyboarding
May 31 2025
Fellowship Graduate, School of Visual Arts
Graduate from the 2021 Animating for the Climate Crisis Fellowship
Precollege Graduate, Ringling College of Art and Design
Graduate from the 2018 Ringling Precollege program
Work Experience
Student Ambassador - Savannah College of Art and Design
Selected from a pool top-performing students to represent the university and admissions
at monthly university-wide open house events. Engaged with prospective students to
share authentic campus experiences, lead admissions-sponsored tours and campus activities.
4/7/2024 - 5/30/2025
Barista - Hotel Bardo
Operated as the sole barista at a high-traffic café in a five-star hotel.
Handled opening and closing duties, prepared and served food and
beverages for breakfast and lunch, managed the register, and ensured
exceptional customer service.
10/8/2024 - 12/18-2024
Precollege Assistant - Savannah College of Art and Design
Served as counselor and primary point of contact for a group of 20
pre-college summer program students, ensuring their safety, academic
support, and class attendance. Served as career mentor and led engaging activities
to foster community and create a memorable program experience.
6/6/2024 - 8/1/2024
Barista - Blends Coffee Boutique
Provided high-quality barista service at an upscale coffee boutique with an in
house roaster. Managed food running, operated the register, and delivered
exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
9/13/2022 - 8/5/2023
Barista - Starbucks Coffee
Trained and proficient in all barista stations, including cold bar, hot bar, blender,
and opening/closing duties. Recognized for efficiency and reliability; frequently
requested to support sister locations when understaffed due to strong performance.
6/12/2022 - 9/7/2022
6/26/2021 - 9/5/2021
Barista - Squirrel and the Bee Bakery/Cafe
Developed strong customer service skills in a fast-paced café. Learned to brew coffee,
manage the register, run food, deliver pastries, and assist with dairy-free ice cream
preparation—ensuring a welcoming and positive experience for every guest.
10/14/2017 - 5/26/2018
Achievements
Student Incentive Scholarship Recipient
Savannah College of Art and Design
Achievement Honors Scholarship Recipient
Savannah College of Art and Design
Deans List Recognition
Savannah College of Art and Design
2022 - 2025
Barista - Blends Coffee Boutique
9/13/2022 - 8/5/2023
Academic Honors Scholarship Recipient
Savannah College of Art and Design
Skills
Customer Service
Multitasking
Cash Management
Teamwork
Time Management
Organization
Inventory Management
Conflict Resolution
Communication
Professionalism
Summary
Trained visual analyst and professional designer. Articulate communicator with a strong background in customer service, public engagement, and team
leadership. Skilled in data organization, visual presentations, managing high-energy environments, and adapting quickly to fast-paced settings. Passionate about media, storytelling, and delivering compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences. Eager to contribute strong communication, organizational, and creative skills to a dynamic media and communications team.
Software Proficiency
Microsoft Suite
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Excel
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Powerpoint
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Word
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OneNote
Adobe Suite
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Indesign
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Photoshop
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Illustrator
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Premier
Google Suite
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Sheets
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Docs
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Slides
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Drive
Other Software
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Canva
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Milanote
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Procreate
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Slack
Jacob
updyke
Data Management
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Efficient Data Organization
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Engaging Presentation Design
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Data Focused Graph Design
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Clear Presentation of Information
Media Presentation
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Slide Deck Design
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Animation & Effects
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Video Editting
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Sound Mixing
Collaborative Skills
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Organization
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Articulation
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Detailed Oriented
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Adaptability
Professional Skills
Summary
Trained visual analyst and professional designer. Articulate communicator with a strong background in customer service, public engagement, and team leadership. Skilled in data organization, visual presentations, managing high-energy environments, and adapting quickly to new softwares and tasks. Passionate about media, storytelling, and delivering compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences. Eager to contribute strong communication, organizational, and creative skills to a dynamic media and communications team.
Awards
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Recipient for 30+ First Prize Awards for Animated Short Films From International Film Festivals
Animated Short Films Featured in 100+ International Film Festivals
Graduated Cum Laude with a 3.61 GPA in 2025
SCAD Deans List Recognition
SCAD Academic Honors Scholarship Recipient
SCAD Achievement Honors Scholarship Recipient
SCAD Student Incentive Scholarship Recipient
Collaborative Projects
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2D/3D Senior Capstone Animated Short Film - Pippin and the Mountain Troll
Creator, Executive Producer, Preproduction Lead, Layout Artist, 2D Animator
Original characters and story selected out from 300 submissions by entire student body as one of 30 chosen
for senior capstone. Recruited, assembled, and led a 10-person team through pre-production planning and
deliverables. Created layouts, produced 2D animations, and handling sound mixing.
2D/3D Animated Short Film - Cowboy Baby!
Layout and Background Lead
Designed, sketched, inked, and colored all visual layouts for the short film. Worked with our director and
animators to make sure the backgrounds stylistically cohesive complemented the animation.
2D Short Film - Teaser Trailer
Layout Artist, Background Artist, 2D Clean Up Animator
Designed, sketched, inked, and colored the layouts for the Pompeii sequence.
2D Short Film - BAD DOG
Visual Development Artist
Designed the main lighter prop used across the short.
Live Action Short Film - Butchery
Storyboard Lead
Designed the beat boards, environment concepts, and storyboards for the short.
2D/3D Animated Short Film - Bushitoad
2D Effects Animator
Designed 2D effect concepts for the water and lighting. Rough animated effects throughout the short.
2D Short Film - Lost Child
Visual Development Artist
Designed turnarounds and expression sheets for the characters.
Awards and Honors
Award Winning Filmmaker. Animated Shorts Selected to be Featured in 100 Film Festivals World Wide.
Recipient of 30+ First Prize Awards for Animated Short Films
Awards
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Recipient for 30+ First Prize Awards for Animated Short Films From International Film Festivals
Animated Short Films Featured in 100+ International Film Festivals
Graduated Cum Laude with a 3.61 GPA in 2025
SCAD Deans List Recognition
SCAD Academic Honors Scholarship Recipient
SCAD Achievement Honors Scholarship Recipient
SCAD Student Incentive Scholarship Recipient
Graduated Cum Laude 2025
SCAD Dean's List Recognition
SCAD Academic Honors Scholarship Recipient
SCAD Achievement Honors Scholarship Recipient
SCAD Student Incentive Scholarship Recipient
Software
Proficiency
e
Microsoft Suite
Excel
Powerpoint
Word
OneNote
Adobe Suite
Indesign
Photoshop
Illustrator
Premier
Google Suite
Sheets
Docs
Slides
Drive
Other Software
Canva
Milanote
Procreate
Slack
Professional
Skills
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Data Management
Strong Math and Quantitative Skills
Efficient Data Organization
Engaging Presentation Design
Data Focused Graph Design
Clear Presentation of Information
Media Presentation
Slide Deck Design
Animation & Effects
Video Editting
Sound Mixing
Collaborative Skills
Organization
Articulation
Detailed Oriented
Adaptability
Software Proficiency
Microsoft Suite
-
Excel
-
Powerpoint
-
Word
-
OneNote
Adobe Suite
-
Indesign
-
Photoshop
-
Illustrator
-
Premier
Google Suite
-
Sheets
-
Docs
-
Slides
-
Drive
Other Software
-
Canva
-
Milanote
-
Procreate
-
Slack
Data Management
-
Efficient Data Organization
-
Engaging Presentation Design
-
Data Focused Graph Design
-
Clear Presentation of Information
Media Presentation
-
Slide Deck Design
-
Animation & Effects
-
Video Editting
-
Sound Mixing
Collaborative Skills
-
Organization
-
Articulation
-
Detailed Oriented
-
Adaptability
Professional Skills
Summary
Trained visual analyst and professional designer. Articulate communicator with a strong background in customer service, public engagement, and team
leadership. Skilled in data organization, visual presentations, managing high-energy environments, and adapting quickly to fast-paced settings. Passionate about media, storytelling, and delivering compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences. Eager to contribute strong communication, organizational, and creative skills to a dynamic media and communications team.
Professional Summary
Trained layout artist, background painter, story board artist, 2D animator, producer, and visual development artist. Articulate communicator with a strong background in customer service, public engagement, and team leadership. Skilled in managing high-energy environments, adapting quickly to fast-paced settings, and supporting any aspect of the animation pipeline. Passionate about media, storytelling, and delivering compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences. Eager to contribute strong communication, organizational, and creative skills to an animated production team.
Professional
Skills
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Visual Development
Environment Design
Character Design
Prop Design
Storyboards and Thumbnails
2D Animation
Character Animation
Effect Animation
Scene Prepping
Collaborative Skills
Organization
Articulation
Detailed Oriented
Adaptability
Additional Skills
Sound Mixing
Editing
Voice Acting
Software
Proficiency
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Adobe Suite
Photoshop
Illustrator
Premier
After Effects
ToonBoom Suite
Harmony Essentials
Harmony Pro
Storyboard Pro
Microsoft Suite
Excel
Powerpoint
Word
OneNote
Other Software
Canva
Milanote
Procreate
Slack



