Recognizing correct shape

I am trying to get ProAnimator to recognize a certain portion of a logo. There is a black arc with a circle sitting directly on top of the arc, right in the center. The circle has a white outline that creates the illusion that, with the arc below it, it looks like a person with arms out (head and arms). Looking at the graphic, it would appear there was a 'hole' around the circle that would appear transparent. The path is just an arc and a circle, so ProAnimator is not recognizing the 'hole' or the outside edge of each 'arm'.

I have no idea how to prep that piece in Illustrator so ProAnimator can recognize the correct look. Can someone please help!

edit: I can get the circle in with a beveled edge that works ok for me, if I can figure out how to get it to recognize the outside edges of the arc (it's thick, so it's not just a line)

(Is there a way to attach or upload just that piece on to this site so I can show you what I'm talking about)

Thanks!
Jen