Malasia Cherry is a 3D animator from Virginia Beach, Virginia. Malasia has a multidisciplinary background having studied Creative Technologies BFA in undergrad. After further specializing in 3D computer animation, she has become extremely familiar with CG project development. A Generalist at heart, Malasia enjoys making her own assets and telling unique stories. In her free time, she tinkers with simulations, custom tools, and explores different mediums to display 3D works. She most recently started working with her local Planetarium! Beyond these ambitions, Malasia continues to develop her short film – a passion project she works on along with talented friends from undergrad.
Malasia is is extremely knowledgeable in Autodesk Maya, Unreal Engine, and Adobe After Effects. She is also capable of learning software on the fly as this is one of her responsibilities in her current role as a Creative Technologist. Pivoting into the games and entertainment industries, Malasia is most interested in Animator and Rigger roles!