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Jean Brister

The Art Institute of Philadelphia · Class of 2018

The Art Institute of Philadelphia
Bachelor's
Digital Arts, Digital Media, Photographic, Film, and Video Technology
Roswell, NM
Speaks English
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Jean Brister

The Art Institute of Philadelphia · Class of 2018

The Art Institute of Philadelphia
Bachelor's
Digital Arts, Digital Media, Photographic, Film, and Video Technology
Roswell, NM
Speaks English
Identity verified

Education

The Art Institute of Philadelphia
Bachelor's, Digital Arts, Digital Media, Photographic, Film, and Video Technology
December 2017 - March 2018
Art Institute of Philadelphia
Art Institute of Philadelphia

Skills

2D Animation2D Asset Creation3D Asset CreationAdobe After EffectsAdobe Creative CloudAdobe DreamweaverAdobe FlashAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopAdobe Premiere ProAdult Educationafter effectsanimateanimationArt TherapyAudio EditingAudio Mixingaudio productionAudio RecordingAudiovisual ProductionauditionAuditionsavidAvid Media ComposerblenderBlenderscanvaCinematographyClassroom managementClinical WorksColor CorrectionColor GradingCommunicationComputer AnimationComputer GamingCoordination SkillsCreative Problem SolvingCreativityCritical ThinkingCultural ActivitiesCurriculum Developmentdavinci resolveDifferentiated InstructionDifferentiated LearningDigital ArtsDigital Audio WorkstationDigital IllustrationDigital MediaDigital PhotographyDigital StorytellingDirectingDirect InstructiondreamweaverEditingElearningEquipment ManagementFilmmakingfilm productionfinal cut proFlipaClipfl studioFruit LoopsGame DesignGame MechanicsgaragebandgimpGNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)Graphic AnimationGraphic DesignhtmlIllustrationillustratorimovieindesignIndividual Learning PlanningInformation TechnologyInstructionInteractive LearningInteractive MediaInterpersonal SkillsK-12 InstructionKnowledge of LightingLightingluaLua (Scripting Language)Manufacturing ProcessesMentoringmicrosoft officeMicrosoft WordMotion Graphic DesignMotion GraphicsMulti-camera SetupMultidisciplinary ApproachMultimediaMultimedia Fusionnon-linear editingNon-Linear Editing SystemsNPC DesignOrganizationPhotographyPhotography SkillsphotoshopPlanning of LessonsPodcastingPodcast ProductionPortfolio-based AssessmentPost-Productionpremiere proPre-ProductionProductionProject coordinationProject Managementpro toolsPunctualityRobloxRoblox StudioScenographySelf MotivationSet DesignSFXSocial Skills DevelopmentSound Recording and ReproductionStop-motionStudent EngagementSuccess Driven PersonSupply Chain ManagementTailoringTeachingTeam BuildingTeam LeadershipTechnical SkillsTechnical SupportTechnology EducationtinkercadunityVFXVideo Editingvideo productionVisual EffectsVisual NarrativeWeb DesignWorking With ChildrenAdobe CS6/CC Master Collection Software - Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, EncoreMultimedia Fusion DeveloperVideo Editing Software - Final Cut Pro, Avid

Fun fact

I love sharing my knowledge with others. If we can each teach one other person, one thing, we have helped the world gain knowledge and develop. Which is the step toward advancements in all aspects of life, from construction to technology.

Volunteer

St. Peter's Church

food bank

Hobbies

cooking & The Simsreadingplaying the simswatching movieswatching korean dramasswimming

Work history

Frame & Focus Creative Digital Learning
Founder & Lead Instructor
January 2026 - present · Roswell, NM, United States

- Founded and operate an instructor-led creative digital learning program serving K–12 students, homeschool families, and adult learners in Roswell, NM and nationally online - Deliver live, small-group instruction (3–10…

Frame & Focus Creative Digital Learning
Founder & Lead Instructor
January 2026 - present · Roswell, NM, US

- Founded and operate an instructor-led creative digital learning program serving K–12 students, homeschool families, and adult learners in Roswell, NM and nationally online - Deliver live, small-group instruction (3–10…

Eastern New Mexico University
Adjunct Instructor — Film Technology
October 2024 - present · Roswell, NM, US

- Developed a compelling curriculum for Film Crew and Audio students; promoted an open and interactive classroom environment for enhanced learning - Introduced key film theory concepts including auteur theory, genre stud…

ENMU-Roswell 2026 Student Film Showcase
Faculty Coordinator & Producer
January 2026 - December 2026 · Roswell, NM, United States

- Coordinated and produced the ENMU-Roswell 2026 Student Film Showcase — a public screening event celebrating the work of Film Crew 1 & Film Crew 2 students from the Film Technology program - Mentored Film Crew 1 & 2 stu…

ENMU-Roswell 2026 Student Film Showcase
Faculty Coordinator & Producer
January 2026 - January 2026 · Roswell, NM, US

- Coordinated and produced the ENMU-Roswell 2026 Student Film Showcase — a public screening event celebrating the work of Film Crew 1 & Film Crew 2 students from the Film Technology program - Mentored Film Crew 1 & 2 stu…

Varsity Tutors
Online Educator — Digital Media Arts
April 2014 - December 2025 · Roswell, NM, United States

- Instructed 150+ students in professional-grade software and hardware: Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and DaVinci Resolve - Mentored students in bridging t…

Varsity Tutors
Online Educator — Digital Media Arts
April 2014 - January 2025 · Roswell, NM, US

- Instructed 150+ students in professional-grade software and hardware: Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and DaVinci Resolve - Mentored students in bridging t…

Big Picture Alliance / Philadelphia Museum of Art
Teaching Artist — Digital Film Production
June 2019 - August 2019 · Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19255

- Developed and executed a stimulating film production curriculum for high school students that nurtured creativity and fostered critical thinking within a diverse classroom environment - Crafted dynamic lesson plans del…

Big Picture Alliance / Philadelphia Museum of Art
Teaching Artist — Digital Film Production
June 2019 - August 2019 · Philadelphia, PA, US

- Developed and executed a stimulating film production curriculum for high school students that nurtured creativity and fostered critical thinking within a diverse classroom environment - Crafted dynamic lesson plans del…

University of Pennsylvania — Netter Center
Digital Media Specialist / Instructor
December 2017 - June 2019 · Philadelphia, PA, US

- Spearheaded a multidisciplinary digital media arts curriculum (photography, film, animation, graphic design) increasing student engagement and critical thinking across diverse classroom settings - Improved learning out…

Camp Pegasus — Social Art Therapy
Digital Photography & Video Specialist
June 2017 - August 2017 · Bryn Mawr, PA, United States, 19010

- Delivered 30+ weekly hands-on digital photography and video production sessions for campers aged 5–16, managing up to six rotation groups daily - Empowered campers to independently use professional-grade creative softw…

Camp Pegasus — Social Art Therapy
Digital Photography & Video Specialist
June 2017 - August 2017 · Bryn Mawr, PA, US

- Delivered 30+ weekly hands-on digital photography and video production sessions for campers aged 5–16, managing up to six rotation groups daily - Empowered campers to independently use professional-grade creative softw…

Community C.A.R.E.S. — New Foundations Charter School
Digital Arts Specialist / Teaching Assistant
September 2005 - March 2011 · Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19255

- Designed and executed a comprehensive K–12 digital arts program increasing technical proficiency across graphic design, HTML web design, animation, and video production - Led specialized student production teams (Video…

Community C.A.R.E.S. — New Foundations Charter School
Digital Arts Specialist / Teaching Assistant
September 2005 - March 2011 · Philadelphia, PA, US

- Designed and executed a comprehensive K–12 digital arts program increasing technical proficiency across graphic design, HTML web design, animation, and video production - Led specialized student production teams (Video…

MyFootage.com
Digital Video Media Specialist / Archivist
January 2007 - December 2008 · Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19255

- Engineered a seamless digitization pipeline transitioning physical film reels to online-ready assets for global clients - Managed the technical lifecycle of diverse media assets ensuring long-term integrity of a profes…

IDTech Camps at Villanova University
Lead Instructor — Web & Game Design
June 2008 - August 2008 · Villanova, PA, United States

- Empowered school-age campers to develop and launch original 2D computer games and professional websites through expert technical mentorship - Facilitated intensive weekly training in industry-standard tools (Adobe Phot…

IDTech Camps at Villanova University
Lead Instructor — Web & Game Design
June 2008 - August 2008 · Villanova, PA, US

- Empowered school-age campers to develop and launch original 2D computer games and professional websites through expert technical mentorship - Facilitated intensive weekly training in industry-standard tools (Adobe Phot…

MyFootage.com
Digital Video Media Specialist / Archivist
January 2007 - January 2008 · Philadelphia, PA, US

- Engineered a seamless digitization pipeline transitioning physical film reels to online-ready assets for global clients - Managed the technical lifecycle of diverse media assets ensuring long-term integrity of a profes…

Passion

Seeing students' creative work being shown to the public, family and community members, and knowing my part in lighting that spark for the learner.