Tyler Saunders
London,UK
Summary
Recent BA (Hons) Animation and Visual Effects graduate from University of the Arts London, specialising in Game Arts and Design. Passionate about character modelling, environment creation, and game development, with strong experience across 3D modelling, animation, and real-time engines.
My education has equipped me with a diverse technical skillset across industry software, while my retail experience has strengthened communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. I am highly motivated to begin my career in the animation and games industry, collaborate with creative teams, and continue developing skills in character modelling, animation, and game design pipelines.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sales Associate
A Bathing Ape (BAPE) – London Flagship
London, UK
2022.08 - 2026.03
- Consistently top monthly sales performer in UK flagship store
- Built personal client base through strong customer engagement and service
- Worked closely with both sales floor and stockroom teams to maintain store operations
- Assisted with visual merchandising and window displays, applying creative design skills
- Delivered team morning briefings covering targets, zones, and daily priorities
- Managed high-pressure retail periods including product launches, Black Friday, and Christmas
- Provided premium service to international clients and high-profile customers
Stockroom Assistant
Adidas – Outlet Store
2021.05 - 2022.04
- Supported store operations through stock management, replenishment, and order fulfilment
- Managed Ship From Store (SFS) orders including scanning, packing, and dispatch
- Assisted on shop floor during busy periods and supported NPS customer experience goals
- Participated in stocktake and helped train new team members
- Contributed ideas that improved stockroom organisation and workflow
Cashier / Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret – Bond Street Flagship
2019.09 - 2020.08
- Delivered customer service within high-traffic luxury retail environment
- Trained across tills, sales floor, merchandising support, and returns processing
- Provided specialist product advice including bra fitting services
- Served international customers and handled tax-free purchases and returns
- Contract ended following COVID-19 furlough period
Education
BA (Hons) - Animation
University of the Arts London (UAL)
London, UK 2020.09 - 2023.06
Extended Diploma - Creative Media Production & Visual Effects
West King’s College
London, ENG 2018.09 - 2020.05
GCSEs - GCSE
Chiswick School
London, ENG 2013.09 - 2018.06
Skills
3D Modelling & Animation
Strong experience creating characters, environments, rigs, and animated sequences using industry software
Teamwork & Collaboration
Experience working in both creative teams and fast-paced retail environments, contributing ideas and supporting shared goals
Communication
Confident presenting ideas, discussing creative concepts, and engaging with diverse groups of people
Adaptability
Comfortable learning new tools, switching workflows, and adapting to different project requirements
Problem Solving
Experience troubleshooting technical issues, solving creative challenges, and managing high-pressure situations
Design & Concept Development
Skilled in concept design, research, and transforming ideas into final visual outcomes
Websites
Accomplishments
• Maya
• Blender
• ZBrush
• Unreal Engine
• Marvelous Designer
• After Effects
• TVPaint
• Procreate
Interests
Gymnastics – Competed from ages 5–16
Cheerleading – Competitive team participation (ages 13–15)
Music – Played steelpan and violin in orchestra (ages 11–18)
Travel – Visited 25+ countries, gaining exposure to diverse cultures and creativity inspiration,
Brand - I have a start up kitting company selling custom women’s clothes (Current)
Timeline
Sales Associate
A Bathing Ape (BAPE) – London Flagship
2022.08 - 2026.03
Stockroom Assistant
Adidas – Outlet Store
2021.05 - 2022.04
BA (Hons) - Animation
University of the Arts London (UAL)
2020.09 - 2023.06
Cashier / Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret – Bond Street Flagship
2019.09 - 2020.08
Extended Diploma - Creative Media Production & Visual Effects
West King’s College
2018.09 - 2020.05
GCSEs - GCSE
Chiswick School
2013.09 - 2018.06