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I am an aspiring artist and animator currently pursuing my BFA in Illustration and Animation. I love creating characters and immersing myself in the world of animation and design. My passion lies in storytelling through visuals, whether it's in video games or illustrations. I enjoy teaching younger artists and participating in community projects, bringing creativity to life!…

Kendall Kief

Illustrator, Animator, Concept Artist, +2

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I am an aspiring artist and animator currently pursuing my BFA in Illustration and Animation. I love creating characters and immersing myself in the world of animation and design. My passion lies in storytelling through visuals, whether it's in video games or illustrations. I enjoy teaching younger artists and participating in community projects, bringing creativity to life!…

Available to hire

I am an aspiring artist and animator currently pursuing my BFA in Illustration and Animation. I love creating characters and immersing myself in the world of animation and design. My passion lies in storytelling through visuals, whether it’s in video games or illustrations. I enjoy teaching younger artists and participating in community projects, bringing creativity to life!

Skills

Toon Boom Harmony

Experience Level

Toon Boom Harmony

Intermediate

Work Experience

Video Game Course at KU

May 31, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Illustrated characters and UI elements for award-winning video game, Koven: Hammer of Witches, alongside Computer Science, Film, and Music majors.

Portrait Commission at University of Kansas, Film and Media Studies department

July 31, 2024 - August 1, 2025

Illustrated a portrait to be used in the docuseries "Sharing Our Stories" for the Center for Sexuality and Gender Diversity.

Pet Portrait Commission at Independent client

July 1, 2024 - Present

Illustrated three acrylic paintings capturing the likeness of the client’s pets with a two-week turnaround.

Sticker Design at Kansas Appleseed

December 31, 2023 - August 1, 2025

Created a sticker design for a non-profit, encompassing their mission: working towards an inclusive Kansas.

Lead Concept Artist/Animator at Startup Animation Studio

October 1, 2025 - Present

Illustrating and animating characters and backgrounds for a Western Anime with a Discord community. I teach younger artists the conceptual process and enrich their animation skills.

KU Video Game Course at University of Kansas

January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Illustrated characters and UI elements for the Ocean Invaders game & award-winning game, Koven: Hammer of Witches.