Cathy Li
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Highly skilled and passionate character designer, modeler, and 3D animator with extensive experience bringing imaginative worlds and compelling characters to life. Adept at collaborating with creative teams to ensure artistic vision aligns with project goals, deadlines, and budgetary constraints.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Character Designer
Big Big Sun Animation Studio
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Designed characters for their upcoming animated film "Color of the Night" and used Photoshop and procreate to illustrate character expressions and poses for the animated series "Rufu Guardians".
Character Designer, Character Modeler, 3D Animator
TALL WALL
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Contributed to the film's success by delivering high-quality character designs, models, and animations.
- Implemented feedback and revisions efficiently, maintaining a balance between creative vision and practical considerations for animation and rigging.
- Utilized industry-standard software such as Maya and ZBrush to sculpt, refine, and optimize character models for animation.
Teaching Assistant
EXR International Art Studio
06.2021 - Current
- Assisted instructors in preparing and delivering engaging art lessons and workshops tailored to the needs and interests of students.
- Provided individualized guidance and feedback to students, offering encouragement and constructive criticism to help them grow as artists.
- Demonstrated techniques, tools, and materials, ensuring that students felt confident and empowered to explore their creativity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Design, Animation
ArtCenter College of Design
Pasadena, CA04.2024
Skills
- Character design
- Digital Illustration
- Character Modeling
- 2D Animating
- CG Animating
- Rendering
SOFTWARES
Photoshop
MAYA
Zbrush
Toon Boom Harmony
Procreate
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Character Designer, Character Modeler, 3D Animator
TALL WALL
01.2023 - 04.2024
Character Designer
Big Big Sun Animation Studio
06.2021 - 08.2021
Teaching Assistant
EXR International Art Studio
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Design, Animation
ArtCenter College of Design
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