KAYLEIGH MARK
Animation Artist
Resume
Professional Summary
Creative 2D Animator specializing in character-driven storytelling and expressive performance. Skilled in Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Creative Suite, and motion graphics with additional experience in Blender, Maya, and ZBrush. I bring energy, adaptability, and strong collaboration skills to every project, from crafting emotional character animations to delivering polished visuals under tight deadlines. Passionate about bringing stories to life through movement, design, and imagination.
Areas of Expertise
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2D Animation Fundamentals: Strong grasp of timing, motion, and character dynamics to create expressive, lifelike animation.
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Industry Software: Proficient in Toon Boom Harmony and Adobe Creative Suite, with additional experience in Blender, Maya, and ZBrush.
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Character Animation & Design: Skilled at bringing personality and emotion to characters through movement and design.
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Storyboarding & Visual Narrative: Ability to craft clear, dynamic stories with strong composition and visual flow.
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Creative Problem-Solving: Adaptable to different styles, open to feedback, and eager to tackle technical and artistic challenges.
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Collaborative: Comfortable working in team environments and freelance projects, contributing ideas and supporting shared goals.
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Deadline Management: Organized and reliable, delivering polished work on time with attention to detail.
Professional Experience
Animator, Artist & Illustrator | Freelance
2020 - Present
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Produced animations, illustrations, and paintings using digital tools and acrylics, tailored to client needs.
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Developed illustrations for the children’s book "Witch Way," showcasing storytelling skills and creativity.
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Delivered high-quality visuals under deadlines, highlighting project management and artistic adaptability.
Retail & Customer Service Experience
2018 - Present
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Customer Consultant, The Body Shop (Sep 2025 - Present) - Provide personalized customer service, recommend products, drive sales, and maintain organized, well-stocked displays.
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Retail Sales Associate, Old Navy (Jun-Aug 2023) - Provided excellent customer service, managed transactions, and maintained store presentation.
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Distribution Centre Associate, Snuggle Bugz (Jun-Aug 2022) - Handled inventory control, restocking, and order fulfillment.
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Retail Sales Associate, M&M Food Market (Oct 2019 - May 2021) - Promoted products, managed inventory, and operated POS systems.
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Customer Service Representative, Muskoka BearWear (Jun - Aug 2019) - Engaged customers and supported store operations.
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Team Member, Freshii (Oct 2018 - Jun 2019) - Multitasked as a cashier, server, and cook in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Media Arts, 2D + Experimental Animation
2021 - 2025
Emily Carr University | Vancouver, BC
Relevant Coursework: Completed courses in Character Animation, Storyboarding, Experimental Animation, Narrative & Storytelling, and Professional Practice, with a strong focus on 2D animation, motion graphics, visual storytelling, and cinematic composition. Also gained foundational experience in 3D modeling and layout through Organic Modeling and CG Layout & Cinematography.
Capstone Project: Produced a fully realized animated short film, managing all aspects of production, including story development, animation, and compositing, with final output for exhibition.