I’m Jess Dixon, an animation post-graduate and concept/character artist based in Henlow, UK. I’m passionate about creating strong character work and polished 2D animation, and I’m eager to take my first step into the creative industry. I’m highly motivated, hard-working, and experienced with end-to-end production workflows—from concept and character design through to animation, editing, and event/event-show support. I also take freelance art commissions, including fandom-based character design and custom product work.

Jess Dixon

I’m Jess Dixon, an animation post-graduate and concept/character artist based in Henlow, UK. I’m passionate about creating strong character work and polished 2D animation, and I’m eager to take my first step into the creative industry. I’m highly motivated, hard-working, and experienced with end-to-end production workflows—from concept and character design through to animation, editing, and event/event-show support. I also take freelance art commissions, including fandom-based character design and custom product work.

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I’m Jess Dixon, an animation post-graduate and concept/character artist based in Henlow, UK. I’m passionate about creating strong character work and polished 2D animation, and I’m eager to take my first step into the creative industry.

I’m highly motivated, hard-working, and experienced with end-to-end production workflows—from concept and character design through to animation, editing, and event/event-show support. I also take freelance art commissions, including fandom-based character design and custom product work.

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Work Experience

Animation Degree Show Lead Organiser at University of Brighton
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Led organisation for the university degree show, including establishing fundraising committees, managing funds and payment methods, coordinating related administration, and handling social media promotion.
Animation (Animated Music Video: 'Christmas Morning - Ellie Walker' and 'The Folly') at Student project
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Contributed to an animated music video project during the Sep 2024 to Dec 2024 period, supporting animation production for the listed works.
University Open Day Animation Student Helpdesk at University of Brighton
October 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Provided helpdesk support during the animation open day period, assisting prospective students with questions and supporting event operations.
Animation Student Representative at University (Animation Degree Programme)
September 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025
Served as a student representative for the animation degree programme, supporting student communication and contributing to student experience initiatives between 2023 and 2025.

Education

BA(Hons) Animation at University of Brighton
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
A-Levels at The Knights Templar School, Baldock
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
GCSEs at The Knights Templar School, Baldock
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Other