RESUME
TABITHA FLOESS
AT A GLANCE
Computer Programming and Development AAS, December 2026
Engineering AAS, December 2026
Advertising and Graphic Design, May 2020
CERTIFICATIONS
Java Programming, December 2026
Programming Fundamentals, December 2026
Siemens NX CAD Design Associate, December 2025
Web and Graphic Design, May 2020
Design Portfolio, May 2020
Advanced Graphic Design, May 2020
Graphic Design, May 2020
WORKFORCE EXPERIENCE
Graphic Designer and 3D Asset Designer
January 2022 - January 2024
Remote
• Developed 3D and 2D assets, animations, and textures for immersive applications, with a focus on optimizing assets for real-time performance.
• Participated in concept creation and designing responsive, interactive elements that enhance user engagement.
• Established branding guidelines and style guides to ensure consistency in design.
Social Media Manager
February 2019 - February 2021
Durham, NC
• Executed social media strategies to increase brand visibility and engagement across platforms.
• Managed content creation and using performance metrics to refine campaign strategies.
• Applied analytical skills to optimize social media campaigns, honing skills in data analysis, and reporting.
Graphic Designer Independent Contractor
November 2016 - February 2022
Remote
• Provided design solutions for clients, including custom fonts, logos, and branding assets.
• Collaborated closely with clients to provide design consultations, improving communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Utilized technical tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud, LaserGRBL, and Fontself to produce both digital and physical designs.
WORKFORCE PREPARATION
Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Member
January 2024 - Present
• Participating virtually in the Leadership Development Program: Beginner Track, earning numerous IACET Continuing Education Units, and fostering professional development.
• Named Power Advance User for April 1 - June 30, 2024, completing the most courses with the Advance Learning Center and recognizing my commitment to continuing education and personal growth.
NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars: Missions I and II
August 2024 - October 2024
• Gained broad knowledge of NASA's current plans, engaging in STEM-based activities including live lectures, and completing a final project over 5 weeks.
• Served as project manager to a team of 11 in Mission II, improving my understanding of NASA mission goal requirements and teamwork on a live mission.
NASA L’SPACE Proposal Writing and Evaluation Experience
August 2024 - December 2024
• Collaborated as a Computer Scientist on a multidisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive NASA proposal over a multi-week program.
• Gained practical experience in proposal writing, peer evaluation processes, and adherence to NASA standards for mission formulation.
NASA L’SPACE Mission Concept Academy
May 2024 - August 2024
• Served as project manager to a team of 13, coordinating team efforts on 4 major deliverables, and overseeing sub-team processes.
• Gained hands-on experience with industry standards including descoping processes, writing proposals, and utilizing CAD software for project design.
Miscellaneous
SCHOLARSHIPS
Point Foundation Scholarship
Out to Innovate Scholarships
Raj Mehta Memorial Endowment
Flyin Ryan Adventure Scholarship
Last Mile Education Fund
GAME JAMS
Godot Wild Jam #69, ‘Void’
May 2024
• Designed and programmed a 4-page sprite book for 1 Player Sprite and 1 Enemy Sprite, 2 Map Locations, and 32 Map Tiles
COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEER WORK
Sandhills PRIDE
January 2024 - Present
• Designing and refining flyers, posters, and other print and digital media within requested timeframes.
Design Consultant, Exodus Foundation
January 2022 – January 2024
• Collaborating with a design team of up to 5 members and reviewing documentation for grants that earned the company over $120,000
Decentraland DAO Member and Volunteer Designer
January 2020 – August 2022
• Voted in multiple community game development grants, released 4 player wearables, and donated 2 player wearables
OTHER AFFILIATIONS
National Society of Black Engineers
September 2024 – Present
• Engaging in initiatives promoting diversity and inclusion within STEM fields.
Starfleet International
January 2024 – Present
• Participating in fan-based activities and professional development through themed events and leadership opportunities.
SKILLS
Javascript, Python, Bash, SQL, HTML/CSS, GDScript/Godot Engine, User Interfaces and User Experience (UI/UX), Calculus Applications, Scientific Programming and Computing, Scientific Research and Writing, Proposal Writing, NX CAD, Blender, Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Dreamweaver), Typography, Concept Art, Figma or Canva, Agile, Scrum, Slack, Teams, Github