Hi, I'm Ella Taylor, a motivated and detail-oriented graduate from OCAD University with a BFA in Experimental Animation. I have hands-on experience creating animated short films and am passionate about visual storytelling and collaborative creative work. I’m eager to bring my technical skills, strong work ethic, and creativity to an entry-level role in animation or digital media. Throughout my academic and placement experiences, I've developed animations using both 2D and 3D techniques and gained exposure to industry-standard workflows. I love working on meaningful projects that engage audiences and look forward to contributing to a creative team.…

Ella Taylor

Hi, I'm Ella Taylor, a motivated and detail-oriented graduate from OCAD University with a BFA in Experimental Animation. I have hands-on experience creating animated short films and am passionate about visual storytelling and collaborative creative work. I’m eager to bring my technical skills, strong work ethic, and creativity to an entry-level role in animation or digital media. Throughout my academic and placement experiences, I've developed animations using both 2D and 3D techniques and gained exposure to industry-standard workflows. I love working on meaningful projects that engage audiences and look forward to contributing to a creative team.…

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Hi, I’m Ella Taylor, a motivated and detail-oriented graduate from OCAD University with a BFA in Experimental Animation. I have hands-on experience creating animated short films and am passionate about visual storytelling and collaborative creative work. I’m eager to bring my technical skills, strong work ethic, and creativity to an entry-level role in animation or digital media.

Throughout my academic and placement experiences, I’ve developed animations using both 2D and 3D techniques and gained exposure to industry-standard workflows. I love working on meaningful projects that engage audiences and look forward to contributing to a creative team.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Animation Placement at Trillium Compassionate Care Program
April 30, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Developed and pitched visual concepts for health-related educational content. Collaborated remotely with a small team to implement feedback and meet weekly deadlines. Created a respectful and meaningful animated narrative aligned with program goals. Managed project tasks independently while maintaining consistent communication.
Market Assistant at Cider Keg Farm Market
April 3, 2022 - August 16, 2022
Provided customer service in a fast-paced, seasonal market setting. Maintained product displays, checked stock, and supported inventory restocking. Ensured cleanliness and organization of front-end and work areas. Additionally worked as a barista and gift wrapper when needed.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA Honours) at OCAD University
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025

Qualifications

Gord Watts Arts Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Ontario Scholar
September 7, 2017 - June 23, 2021

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Education
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    Fish-Face
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