A hardworking-outgoing artist with a creative and positive attitude. Has numerous artistic skills in different mediums to create original and unique ideas. Collaborates well with others to meet the deadline. Studied animation at Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, California. Willing to work and help in anyway possible to meet the deadline.…

Garrett Kato

A hardworking-outgoing artist with a creative and positive attitude. Has numerous artistic skills in different mediums to create original and unique ideas. Collaborates well with others to meet the deadline. Studied animation at Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, California. Willing to work and help in anyway possible to meet the deadline.…

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A hardworking-outgoing artist with a creative and positive attitude. Has numerous artistic skills in different mediums to create original and unique ideas. Collaborates well with others to meet the deadline.

Studied animation at Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, California. Willing to work and help in anyway possible to meet the deadline.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Art Teacher at Crayola Imagine Arts Academy
September 1, 2024 - Present
Teaching young students about different cultural folklore and animals. Guiding students step by step on how to create personal pieces of artwork based on a specific famous artist. Use a variety of materials including pens, paint, paper, scissors, and clay to support hands-on learning and creative exploration.
Delivery Driver at Uber Eats
February 1, 2024 - Present
Delivering on-time orders using efficient routes, responding quickly to customer requests, and maintaining attention to vehicle condition for reliable service.
Graphic Designer / Animator at Self-Employed / Freelance Artist
March 1, 2020 - Present
Animated rigged characters and logos based on client designs; drafted storyboards to preview animation; maintained progress communication with clients via email or private messages.
Remote 2D Animation Intern at Capsule Curriculum LLC / Creative Capsule
August 1, 2019 - September 12, 2025
Animated the company mascot for video intros; designed the company website and produced video tutorials for student tutoring.
Sales Associate at Ultra Tokyo Connection
April 1, 2019 - September 12, 2025
Organized files on paper and computer; assisted with sales through the company website; managed client emails and posted product previews on social media.
2D Animation Intern at Brimhall & Associates LLC
December 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025
Drew character concepts for 2D characters for the company website and educational module games; animated 2D characters for education about philanthropy.
2D Animation Intern at NAMU Stories / Graveyard Spirals
December 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025
Drew live-action overlays to create video effects for postproduction; reviewed and edited animated shots with the Writer/Director via private messages or email.
Assistant Art Teacher at Crayola Imagine Arts Academy
September 1, 2024 - Present
Taught young students about different cultural folklore and animals; guided students step-by-step on how to create personal pieces of artwork using materials provided (pens, paint, paper, scissors, clay).
Driver at Uber Eats
February 1, 2024 - Present
Delivered on-time orders using efficient routes; responsive to customer needs; performed routine vehicle maintenance checks.
Remote Graphic Design/Animator at Self-Employed Freelance Artist
March 1, 2020 - Present
Animated rigged characters and logos; drafted storyboards; maintained client communications to report progress.
2D Animation Intern at Capsule Curriculum LLC/ Creative Capsule
August 1, 2019 - September 12, 2025
Animated the company mascot for video intros; designed the company website and created video-edited tutorials for student tutoring.
Sales Associate at Ultra Tokyo Connection
April 1, 2019 - September 12, 2025
Organized files; supported website sales; managed client emails; posted product photos on social media.
2D Animation Intern at Brimhall & Associates LLC
December 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025
Drew character concepts for website and educational module games; animated 2D characters for philanthropy-focused education.
2D Animation Intern at NAMU Stories/ Graveyard Spirals
December 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025
Drew overlays on live-action to create video effects; reviewed and edited animated shots with Writer/Director via private messages or email.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Digital Media: Animation at Otis College of Art and Design
August 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018
Associates Degree of Arts: New Media Arts at Kapiolani Community College
August 1, 2009 - May 1, 2014
Animation - CalArts Summer School Program at California Institute of the Arts
July 1, 2008 - August 1, 2008

Qualifications

Eagle Scout
March 1, 2008 - September 12, 2025

Industry Experience

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

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