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Robyn Yannoukos

Denver,CO

Summary

Robyn is a renowned professional artist, having won two Emmy awards for her work in the film and television industry. She is highly recognized for her keen eye for detail, color, and composition, while also developing innovative techniques to encourage creativity and improve visual products. She is experienced in a variety of mediums and is versatile in thematic experimentation to create original works of art. She is committed to developing and producing high-quality artwork for various purposes.

She is a disciplined and productive creative with a diverse and varied portfolio showcasing her personal evolution in her artistic journey. Having performed in a lead position on multiple productions, she is an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. She is also willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Scenic Artist "Loot"

Apple Studios
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.

Team Lead Color Stylist/ Scenic Artist

Ancient Order Of The Wooden Skull
01.2019 - 05.2023
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.

Scenic Artist "The Muppet Mayhem"

Disney Studios
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.

Scenic Artist

Screen Novelties
01.2011 - 04.2022
  • Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Managed creative process from concept to completion for various projects.


Scenic Painter "High Desert"

Netflix
09.2021 - 03.2022


  • Managed creative process from concept to completion for various projects.
  • Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements, developing art and design concepts.
  • Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.

Art Director/ Color Stylist/ Scenic Painter

Starburn Industries
01.2011 - 05.2021
  • Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
  • Managed workloads of designers, illustrators and other team members to optimize productivity and timeliness of task completion.
  • Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.

Team Lead Color Stylist/ Scenic Painter

BixPix Entertainment
01.2006 - 05.2021


  • Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
  • Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
  • Helped artwork meet standards of quality and accuracy.
  • Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.

Fabricator/ Puppet Painter

Shadow Machine Studios
03.2004 - 04.2015


Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.

  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
  • Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget.



Art Director

Cartoon Network Studios
01.2012 - 05.2014


  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.
  • Used After Effects and Photoshop to create realistic characters with full range of emotions and movement.
  • Managed workloads of designers, illustrators and other team members to optimize productivity and timeliness of task completion, while fostering a highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
  • Developed artistic visual products while working within defined technical constraints.

Art Director

Harper Collins
01.2013 - 10.2013


  • Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals, while developing artistic visual products and working within defined technical constraints..
  • Used After Effects and Photoshop to create realistic characters with full range of emotions and movement.
  • Enforced uniform style guide for project consistency across contributors.
  • Presented concepts, copy and art during internal and client reviews.

Visual Developer/Scenic Painter

Jamie Caliri Productions
03.2012 - 08.2012
  • Applied skill in color theory and composition to bring client visions to fruition.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
  • Provided guidance and advice to junior design team members on design-related matters.


Digital Animation Teacher

Venice Arts Organization
08.2011 - 01.2012
  • Maintained, reviewed and updated course descriptions, outcomes and outlines, while facilitating group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
  • Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
  • Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.

Animation Teacher

Windward Middle School
02.2011 - 08.2011


  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.

Art Director

Cosmic Toast Studios
01.2011 - 06.2011


  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.
  • Researched drawings of characters and environmental elements for inspiration.
  • Managed workloads of designers, illustrators and other team members to optimize productivity and timeliness of task completion.

Visual Developer/2D Animator

Masternull Inc
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Combined technical and artistic abilities to accomplish challenging animation objectives.
  • Worked alongside writers and producers to create unique designs to translate artistic vision into visual medium.
  • Used After Effects and Photoshop to create realistic characters with full range of emotions and movement.
  • Liaised with other departments to discuss ideas and create unified goals.

Art Director/Director "Africa Parting" and "Alice"

DarkRAY Productions
08.2004 - 12.2009
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
  • Researched drawings of characters and environmental elements for inspiration.
  • Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.
  • Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
  • Oversaw implementation of editing, color correction and other post-production processes.

Education

Master of Arts - Animation And Special Effects

University of California, UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
12.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa
12.2001

Skills

  • Color Styling and Consulting
  • Animation
  • Composition Skills
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Graphic Arts and Creative Design
  • Traditional Fine Art Skills
  • Art History
  • Graphics and Photo Imaging
  • Networking
  • Excellent Team Player
  • Client Relationships

Additional Information

  • Emmy Award Individual Achievement in Color Styling (2013),
  • Emmy Award Individual Achievement in Color Styling (2018),
  • Gold Student Academy Award Winner: "Alice's Attic" (2009),

Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences: Directing

  • Multiple film awards and international screenings for her films "Alice's Attic" and "Africa Parting"

Timeline

Scenic Artist "Loot"

Apple Studios
01.2023 - 06.2023

Scenic Artist "The Muppet Mayhem"

Disney Studios
08.2022 - 01.2023

Scenic Painter "High Desert"

Netflix
09.2021 - 03.2022

Team Lead Color Stylist/ Scenic Artist

Ancient Order Of The Wooden Skull
01.2019 - 05.2023

Art Director

Harper Collins
01.2013 - 10.2013

Visual Developer/Scenic Painter

Jamie Caliri Productions
03.2012 - 08.2012

Art Director

Cartoon Network Studios
01.2012 - 05.2014

Digital Animation Teacher

Venice Arts Organization
08.2011 - 01.2012

Animation Teacher

Windward Middle School
02.2011 - 08.2011

Scenic Artist

Screen Novelties
01.2011 - 04.2022

Art Director/ Color Stylist/ Scenic Painter

Starburn Industries
01.2011 - 05.2021

Art Director

Cosmic Toast Studios
01.2011 - 06.2011

Visual Developer/2D Animator

Masternull Inc
01.2009 - 01.2010

Team Lead Color Stylist/ Scenic Painter

BixPix Entertainment
01.2006 - 05.2021

Art Director/Director "Africa Parting" and "Alice"

DarkRAY Productions
08.2004 - 12.2009

Fabricator/ Puppet Painter

Shadow Machine Studios
03.2004 - 04.2015

Master of Arts - Animation And Special Effects

University of California, UCLA

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

University of Witwatersrand
Robyn Yannoukos