James Kim
Providence,RI
Summary
I am an artist aspiring to work with digital animation for TV, film, and games studios. I am also the lead animator of Kimbro Entertainment and Blu Studios—YouTube channels specializing in animated pilots for web series. I worked in the Midpen Media Center and specialized in designing graphics for a teen news broadcast. I have experience working with and supervising children while improvising quick but effective decisions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Content Creater
GlobalComix
Providence, RI
02.2024 - Current
- Developed comic book storylines and scripts for individual issues or entire series.
- Created original characters, settings, and plotlines to be used in comics.
- Designed layouts of panels on each page, including the placement of text balloons and captions.
- Colored artwork with markers, paints, or computer programs such as Photoshop.
- Studied different techniques to apply to artistic endeavors.
- Applied learned color theory and lighting techniques into designs to add dimension and depth.
- Monitored events, trends and other circumstances to develop ideas and keep current on art world activities.
Lead Animator
Kimbro Entertainment Co.
Palo Alto, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Developed storyboards and designed characters for animatics for 2D animations.
- Created animation cycles, lip-sync and facial expressions for characters.
- Collaborated with production team to ensure quality of visual elements.
- Designed key frames, in-betweens and special effects for animations.
- Generated high-quality art assets for various projects using Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator software programs.
- Maintained consistency of style, color palette and graphic design standards throughout the project.
Camp Counselor
Galileo Summer Camp
Menlo Park, CA
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Supported instructions through classroom management, encouraging campers.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
Camp Counselor
Palo Alto Art Center
Palo Alto, CA
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Assisted art instructors the day-to-day running of the Children’s Fine Art summer camps.
- Supported instructions through classroom management and prepping art supplies.
Camp Counselor
Midpen Media Center
Palo Alto, CA
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Assisted instructor at the TV production summer camp as a counselor summer teen counselor for TV production camp to teach various aspects of film making and support campers to produce TV shows.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design & Illustration
Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, RI05.2027
High School Diploma -
Henry M. Gunn High School
Palo Alto, CA06-2023
Skills
- Product Descriptions
- Deadline Management
- Google Drive
- Digital Illustration
- Drawing and Sketching
- Graphic Design Principles
Affiliations
- I enjoy physical activities such as long distance running.
- I make digital comics in my spare time and collaborate with my brother to produce animated youtube videos.
- I monitor my email for lower classmen who come to me with questions about college or teenagers who need mentorship for animated projects.
Additional Information
- Pixar “Spark Your Soul” Film Contest Winner March 2021 Grand prize winner hosted by MyCampusMovieFest
- The Presidential Volunteer Service Award 2019 Silver Medal
- NBC "Growing Up Asian" Film Festival 2021 Grand Prize Winner
- Bay Area UArt competition 2021 Emerging Artist of the Year
- First Prize for Senior Film At Gunndance Film Festival 2023
- Scholarship Recipient of John Robinson Award 2023
Accomplishments
- Pixar “Spark Your Soul” Film Contest Winner March 2021 Grand prize winner hosted by MyCampusMovieFest
- The Presidential Volunteer Service Award 2019 Silver Medal
- Scholastic Art and Writing Competition, Digital Art, Gold Key, Comic Art, Silver Key, January, 2020
- NBC "Growing Up Asian" Film Festival 2021 Grand Prize Winner
- Bay Area UArt competition 2021 Emerging Artist of the Year
- First Prize for Senior Film At Gunndance Film Festival 2023
- Scholarship Recipient of John Robinson Award 2023
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Japanese
Elementary
Korean
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Independent Content Creater
GlobalComix
02.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor
Galileo Summer Camp
07.2023 - 08.2023
Lead Animator
Kimbro Entertainment Co.
03.2021 - Current
Camp Counselor
Palo Alto Art Center
08.2019 - 08.2022
Camp Counselor
Midpen Media Center
06.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design & Illustration
Rhode Island School of Design
High School Diploma -
Henry M. Gunn High School