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Michaela Bedard
Michaela Bedard
Freelance Artist
Ontario, Canada

Summary

My name is Michaela and I am an artist currently seeking full - time employment in the field of animation.

I am an animation graduate from Cambrian College, and since graduating, I have been advancing my software and industry knowledge.

Some of my work achievements have included my time at The Global Schoolhouse Initiative ( 2018 - 2019) working as their Illustrator, where I created a variety of illustrations and art assets for their online learning program aimed for children in underdeveloped countries. I have also worked as a Freelance Illustrator for The Cloud Riders (2021) and The Trick or Treaters Club (2022). My most recent project was working on season two of Happy House of Frightenstein as their Character and Outfit Designer!

I am very excited to start my next adventure. Let's connect and talk art!

PLEASE DO NOT;

- Repost my artwork
- Contact me about purchasing artwork already made
- Contact me in regards to NFTs, or AI related art

Skills

Concept ArtConcept DesignEnvironment DesignIllustrationStoryboarding3D AnimationCharacter DesignCharacter AnimationDrawingLayoutLife Drawingbackground design

Software proficiency

Maya
Maya
Mudbox
Mudbox
Photoshop
Photoshop
Premiere
Premiere
Storyboard Pro
Storyboard Pro
Harmony
Harmony
digicel flipbook
digicel flipbook
xNormal
xNormal
Word
Word
CLIP STUDIO PAINT
CLIP STUDIO PAINT
Procreate
Procreate

Productions

    • TV Production
      Happy House of Frightenstein - Season 2
    • Year
      2022
    • Role
      Character Artist
    • Company
      Keyframe Digital / Headspinner Productions

Experience

  • Character Designer at Keyframe Digital
    September 2022 - October 2022

    Created character, outfit, and prop designs for “Happy House of Frightenstein: Season 2”. Produced designs based off of leica reels and director/client notes. Conducted research to enhance design concepts. Participated in team meetings to discuss project details and team progress. Completed revisions and met deadlines in a timely manner.

  • Children's Book Illustrator at Freelance
    November 2021 - September 2022

    Worked with book author on story/early concept art. Created custom illustrations from the author manuscripts. Designed characters, props, and environments based on descriptions provided. Made changes and editing where necessary according to author’s feedback. Collaborated with author on brainstorming layouts and designs. Planned engaging content/art assets on social media pages to promote the book.Worked with book author on story/early concept art. Created custom illustrations from the author manuscripts. Designed characters, props, and environments based on descriptions provided. Made changes and editing where necessary according to author’s feedback. Collaborated with author on brainstorming layouts and designs. Planned engaging content/art assets on social media pages to promote the book.

  • Book Illustrator at Freelance
    October 2021 - November 2021

    Created custom illustrations for the clients’ children’s book. Designed characters and environments based on descriptions provided by the client. Provided changes and editing where necessary according to author’s feedback. Assisted client with brainstorming ideas.

  • Freelance Illustrator at The Global Schoolhouse Initiative
    Canada
    July 2018 - May 2022

    Produced digital and traditional illustrations for a children’s educational program. Designed reoccurring characters and backgrounds seen throughout the project. Collaborated with the team in regards to timelines and product details. Developed art assets for company’s software.