Kristian Dominik G. Pelayo

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Hi, I’m Kristian Dominik G. Pelayo.

About

Hi, I’m Kristian Dominik G. Pelayo. I’m an animator and educator with extensive experience in 2D animation, character design, and visual arts. I’ve taught animation and visual arts at the University of Makati since 2017, guiding students through cutout animation, digital painting, and layout while collaborating on freelance projects across various platforms.

Beyond teaching, I work as a freelance 2D animator and illustrator and have contributed to multiple studios including Topdraw, Snipple, ToonBro, and Animahenasyon projects. I’m passionate about sharing industry insights, mentoring students, and continuing to grow in animation production and design.

  • 14 years' experience
  • Joined March 2025

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Other
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet

Work experience· 9 roles

Full-Time Faculty · University of Makati (Higher School ng UMak)Aug 2024 – Oct 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos

Full-time faculty at UMak's Higher School, teaching animation and related subjects.

Full-Time Faculty · University of Makati – Institute of Arts and DesignAug 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

Full-time faculty teaching animation and visual arts; curriculum delivery and student mentorship in the Institute of Arts and Design.

Freelance Artist · Self-Employed / FreelanceSep 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 3 mos

2D Animator and Illustrator on various online projects across multiple platforms.

Flash Animator · Snipple Animation StudioApr 2017 – Oct 2025 · 8 yrs 7 mos
Flash Animator · Topdraw Animation StudioDec 2013 – Oct 2025 · 11 yrs 11 mos
Flash Animator, Compositor · 25th Media ProductionMar 2013 – Oct 2025 · 12 yrs 8 mos
Flash Animator, Layout Artist · TULDOK ANIMATION STUDIO (Matsing at Pagong)Mar 2012 – Oct 2025 · 13 yrs 8 mos
Character Designer, Character Turnaround, DIP, Xsheet, Compositor · ToonBro Animation Studio (Frere)Mar 2012 – Oct 2025 · 13 yrs 8 mos

Education· 8

Master of Arts in Innovative Technology Education · University of Makati2018 – 2020

A Post-Graduate Degree that is relevant to teaching technology and animation

Bachelor of Arts in Animation · De La Salle- College of Saint Benilde2009 – 2012
Master of Arts in Innovative Technology Education · University of Makati2018 – 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Animation · De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde2009 – 2012

Certifications and awards

2D Animation NCIII2030 – 2025

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