Hi, I’m Carolina Castrillon Fernandez, a 2D/Stop Motion Animator with experience across 2D, 3D and stop-motion workflows. I recently completed a BA (Hons) Animation at Leeds Art University and I am passionate about designing animated footage that is visually pleasing and intuitive, and strive to create projects that will engage viewers of any age. Outside core animation, I enjoy puppet building, background art, and collaborative storytelling. I am keen to grow my skills in 3D animation and modelling while contributing to creative studios through strong visual storytelling and character performance.

Carolina Castrillon Fernandez

Hi, I’m Carolina Castrillon Fernandez, a 2D/Stop Motion Animator with experience across 2D, 3D and stop-motion workflows. I recently completed a BA (Hons) Animation at Leeds Art University and I am passionate about designing animated footage that is visually pleasing and intuitive, and strive to create projects that will engage viewers of any age. Outside core animation, I enjoy puppet building, background art, and collaborative storytelling. I am keen to grow my skills in 3D animation and modelling while contributing to creative studios through strong visual storytelling and character performance.

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Hi, I’m Carolina Castrillon Fernandez, a 2D/Stop Motion Animator with experience across 2D, 3D and stop-motion workflows. I recently completed a BA (Hons) Animation at Leeds Art University and I am passionate about designing animated footage that is visually pleasing and intuitive, and strive to create projects that will engage viewers of any age.

Outside core animation, I enjoy puppet building, background art, and collaborative storytelling. I am keen to grow my skills in 3D animation and modelling while contributing to creative studios through strong visual storytelling and character performance.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Concept Character & Background Art Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Created background and character design for a band’s album artwork, collaborating directly with the band’s lead team member on the visual concept direction and artistic concept design.
2D Animator at Freelance
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Created rough and cleanup shots for multiple projects in varying art styles.
Puppet Builder at Freelance
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Created puppet designs, experimenting with fabrics and inner skeleton armatures.
Customer Service Assistant at B&M
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Identified age-appropriate indications, clarified targeting for toys, gadgets and hobbies; collaborated with team to maintain store presentation; demonstrated problem-solving and adaptable communication with customers including children and non-native speakers.

Education

BA (Hons) Animation at Leeds Art University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Extended Diploma in Animation at Leeds City College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
BA (Hons) Animation at Leeds Art University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Extended Diploma in Animation at Leeds City College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other