Hi, I’m Kayla Richardson, a dedicated and ambitious animation student based in New York. I built a solid foundation at Interlochen Arts Academy and am pursuing a BFA in Animation at the School of Visual Arts. I enjoy solo and collaborative projects that bring charming, impactful stories to life, with a focus on 2D animation, character design, and storyboarding. I’ve enjoyed participating in the 24-Hour Animation Contest for Students in 2022 and 2023, and I helped create the animated short film Out for a Bite during the 2024-2025 school year. I’m eager to keep learning and connecting with other creatives in the animation industry.

Kayla Richardson

Hi, I’m Kayla Richardson, a dedicated and ambitious animation student based in New York. I built a solid foundation at Interlochen Arts Academy and am pursuing a BFA in Animation at the School of Visual Arts. I enjoy solo and collaborative projects that bring charming, impactful stories to life, with a focus on 2D animation, character design, and storyboarding. I’ve enjoyed participating in the 24-Hour Animation Contest for Students in 2022 and 2023, and I helped create the animated short film Out for a Bite during the 2024-2025 school year. I’m eager to keep learning and connecting with other creatives in the animation industry.

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Hi, I’m Kayla Richardson, a dedicated and ambitious animation student based in New York. I built a solid foundation at Interlochen Arts Academy and am pursuing a BFA in Animation at the School of Visual Arts. I enjoy solo and collaborative projects that bring charming, impactful stories to life, with a focus on 2D animation, character design, and storyboarding.

I’ve enjoyed participating in the 24-Hour Animation Contest for Students in 2022 and 2023, and I helped create the animated short film Out for a Bite during the 2024-2025 school year. I’m eager to keep learning and connecting with other creatives in the animation industry.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Social Media Artist (Intern) at Snow Day (Student Film) - Directed by Kiara Lin
February 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Illustrated multiple images for social media posts promoting the short student film, "Snow Day". Communicated with the director and artistic team online and worked to meet deadlines. Remote collaboration.
Social Media Artist (Internship) at Snow Day (Student Film)
February 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Illustrated multiple images for social media posts promoting the short student film Snow Day. Communicated with the director and artistic team online and worked to meet deadlines. Remote contract.

Education

High School Diploma in Animation at Interlochen Arts Academy
September 4, 2020 - May 23, 2025
Animation Storyboarding Intensive at Interlochen Arts Camp High School
June 1, 2022 - June 17, 2026
Animation Storyboarding Intensive at Interlochen Arts Camp High School
June 1, 2023 - June 17, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation at School of Visual Arts, New York, NY
September 4, 2024 - May 5, 2029
High School Diploma in Animation at Interlochen Arts Academy, MI
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Animation Storyboarding Intensive at Interlochen Arts Camp
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Animation Storyboarding Intensive at Interlochen Arts Camp
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Bachelor's in Fine Arts Animation at School of Visual Arts, NY
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2029

Qualifications

ACME Award
September 1, 2023 - May 20, 2024
1st Place - Interlochen Animated TV Pitch Competition
February 7, 2025 - January 14, 2025

Industry Experience

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