Hi, I’m Isabelle Kelly, a graphic designer and illustrator from rural Laois, Ireland. I studied Digital Animation Production and earned a BSc (Hons) in Creative Media and Animation, building a diverse portfolio in traditional and digital art, including my web comic called RATS. I love bringing ideas to life with bright visuals and clear storytelling, and I’ve collaborated with poets and creatives to redesign websites, design posters, and contribute animation.…

Isabelle Kelly

Hi, I’m Isabelle Kelly, a graphic designer and illustrator from rural Laois, Ireland. I studied Digital Animation Production and earned a BSc (Hons) in Creative Media and Animation, building a diverse portfolio in traditional and digital art, including my web comic called RATS. I love bringing ideas to life with bright visuals and clear storytelling, and I’ve collaborated with poets and creatives to redesign websites, design posters, and contribute animation.…

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Hi, I’m Isabelle Kelly, a graphic designer and illustrator from rural Laois, Ireland. I studied Digital Animation Production and earned a BSc (Hons) in Creative Media and Animation, building a diverse portfolio in traditional and digital art, including my web comic called RATS. I love bringing ideas to life with bright visuals and clear storytelling, and I’ve collaborated with poets and creatives to redesign websites, design posters, and contribute animation.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Team Leader / Background Designer at Atlas All Around (short film project)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Led art direction and background design for the Atlas All Around short film project; developed scenery concepts and prepared backgrounds for each shot; completed as part of the third year project at TUS.
Animator at TUS
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Sole writer and animator for the final year short film; created storyboards and animated shots, including background design work.
Volunteer Coordinator at Clonmel Junction Arts Festival
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Managed schedules for over fifty volunteers during the Clonmel Junction Arts Festival; assigned roles and locations and handled festival communications with volunteers.
Team Leader / Background Designer at Atlas All Around (short film project, TUS)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Led a short film team and designed background scenery for each shot as part of a 3rd-year project at TUS.
Illustrator / Wix Website Designer at Tudor Arts Hub
May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Created illustrations and visuals and designed Wix website assets for hub projects and events.
Animator at Final Year Short Film (TUS)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Sole writer and animator for the final-year short film; developed storyboards, backgrounds, and animated shots.
Volunteer Coordinator at Junction Arts Festival
July 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Managed schedules for over fifty volunteers, assigned roles and locations, and coordinated festival operations.

Education

BSc (Hons) in Creative Media and Animation at Tipperary Institute of Technology
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Visual Design using Adobe Illustrator at SOLAS
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Adobe Certified College SOLAS course at SOLAS
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop at SOLAS
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
QQI Level 5 Certificate at Templemore College of Further Education
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
BSc (Hons) Creative Media and Animation at Tipperary Institute of Technology
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
QQI Level 5 Visual Design Using Adobe Illustrator at Templemore College of Further Education
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
SOLAS course (Adobe Illustrator/Visual Design) at SOLAS
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop at Adobe Certification / SOLAS
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Adobe Certified College SOLAS course
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Visual Design using Adobe Illustrator
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
QQI Level 5 Certificate
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Adobe Illustrator Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
Adobe Photoshop Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
Microsoft Word & Excel Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026
Clip Studio Paint Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026

Industry Experience

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

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