Hi, I'm Daya Thompson, a 2D animator and storyboard artist based in Chicago. I specialize in turning ideas into clear storyboards and polished animations, using Toon Boom Harmony and Toon Boom Storyboard Pro to bring scenes to life. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft visuals that communicate a story effectively and elevate production quality. I'm excited to contribute to engaging projects in the media and entertainment industry, continually learning new techniques and refining my craft to deliver compelling work.

Daya Thompson

Hi, I'm Daya Thompson, a 2D animator and storyboard artist based in Chicago. I specialize in turning ideas into clear storyboards and polished animations, using Toon Boom Harmony and Toon Boom Storyboard Pro to bring scenes to life. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft visuals that communicate a story effectively and elevate production quality. I'm excited to contribute to engaging projects in the media and entertainment industry, continually learning new techniques and refining my craft to deliver compelling work.

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Hi, I’m Daya Thompson, a 2D animator and storyboard artist based in Chicago. I specialize in turning ideas into clear storyboards and polished animations, using Toon Boom Harmony and Toon Boom Storyboard Pro to bring scenes to life. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft visuals that communicate a story effectively and elevate production quality.

I’m excited to contribute to engaging projects in the media and entertainment industry, continually learning new techniques and refining my craft to deliver compelling work.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Storyboard Artist & Animator at PWAS Animation Production Studio
May 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Working closely with a team to create storyboard concepts. Posing, animating, cleaning-up, painting and compositing shots.
Storyboard Artist & Animator at PWAS Animation Production Studio Film
May 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Working closely with a team to create storyboard concepts, posing, animating, cleaning-up, painting and compositing shots

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Columbia College Chicago
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026
Bachelor of Arts at Columbia College Chicago
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment