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Hi, I'm Charlie Helms, I’m a 2d animator, illustrator and production manager. I specialize in children’s media but I am flexible with what style I can draw in. I am proficient in tools like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Clip Studio Paint, and Procreate. I'm always eager to learn and apply new skills in animation and design to bring stories and ideas to life with creativity and precision. You can view my portfolio here: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…Hi, I'm Charlie Helms, I’m a 2d animator, illustrator and production manager. I specialize in children’s media but I am flexible with what style I can draw in. I am proficient in tools like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Clip Studio Paint, and Procreate. I'm always eager to learn and apply new skills in animation and design to bring stories and ideas to life with creativity and precision. You can view my portfolio here: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Charlie Helms

2D Animator, Freelance Digital Illustrator, Concept Artist, +6

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Hi, I'm Charlie Helms, I’m a 2d animator, illustrator and production manager. I specialize in children’s media but I am flexible with what style I can draw in. I am proficient in tools like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Clip Studio Paint, and Procreate. I'm always eager to learn and apply new skills in animation and design to bring stories and ideas to life with creativity and precision. You can view my portfolio here: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…Hi, I'm Charlie Helms, I’m a 2d animator, illustrator and production manager. I specialize in children’s media but I am flexible with what style I can draw in. I am proficient in tools like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Clip Studio Paint, and Procreate. I'm always eager to learn and apply new skills in animation and design to bring stories and ideas to life with creativity and precision. You can view my portfolio here: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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Hi, I’m Charlie Helms, I’m a 2d animator, illustrator and production manager. I specialize in children’s media but I am flexible with what style I can draw in.

I am proficient in tools like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Clip Studio Paint, and Procreate. I’m always eager to learn and apply new skills in animation and design to bring stories and ideas to life with creativity and precision.

You can view my portfolio here: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

Skills

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Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

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Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Production Manager & Animator at Kent State University “Magic Havoc”

May 31, 2025 - July 16, 2025

Developed and maintained a comprehensive production schedule, ensuring all production phases are completed on time. Created a structured and organized shared drive system, enabling efficient file management and streamlined collaboration across team members. Animated a full sequence on Clip Studio Paint; from storyboard to final render, including rough animation, cleanup, inking, and painting, ensuring consistency with the film’s visual style.

Production Manager & Animator at Ohio University “Lend a Hand”

February 29, 2024 - July 16, 2025

Managed and distributed asset and animation assignments to team members using organized Google Sheets trackers. Facilitated clear communications among artists, editors, sound designers, and directors to keep departments aligned and quickly address production challenges. Produced character animations frame by frame on Procreate.

Art Direction Intern at ATO Productions

August 31, 2023 - July 16, 2025

Executed photoshoots with fellow interns, assisting with set preparation, lighting setup, and coordination to ensure shots align with the creative direction. Logged and tracked photoshoot content in Google Sheets, maintaining a clear and detailed inventory for easy access and reference by the team.