I’m Kseniya Kandikova, a concept artist and production designer specializing in character and visual storytelling for film and animation. I develop cohesive set concepts, props, and visual assets from ideation through execution to support narrative-driven productions. I enjoy blending traditional and digital techniques to create clear visual direction and production-ready art. With experience across live action and animation pipelines—along with strong bilingual (English/Russian) communication—I collaborate with art and photography teams to ensure visual consistency across environments and publications.

Kseniya Kandikova

I’m Kseniya Kandikova, a concept artist and production designer specializing in character and visual storytelling for film and animation. I develop cohesive set concepts, props, and visual assets from ideation through execution to support narrative-driven productions. I enjoy blending traditional and digital techniques to create clear visual direction and production-ready art. With experience across live action and animation pipelines—along with strong bilingual (English/Russian) communication—I collaborate with art and photography teams to ensure visual consistency across environments and publications.

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I’m Kseniya Kandikova, a concept artist and production designer specializing in character and visual storytelling for film and animation. I develop cohesive set concepts, props, and visual assets from ideation through execution to support narrative-driven productions.

I enjoy blending traditional and digital techniques to create clear visual direction and production-ready art. With experience across live action and animation pipelines—along with strong bilingual (English/Russian) communication—I collaborate with art and photography teams to ensure visual consistency across environments and publications.

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Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Illustrator/Cartoonist (Remote) at MCAD Inc.
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Created environmental and character illustrations for published content, aligning with project branding and narrative tone. Created logo designs. Supported organization of documents and scheduling activities.
Location Manager at Capilano University
December 31, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Drafted rough designs of the ideal set location. Dealt with the required documentation and local government in order to get the location approved. Handled and oversaw the necessary equipment on the location.
Drawing Assistant at Hippo Art Studio
December 31, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Assisted in preparations of sketches, paintings and art supplies. Organized schedules and meetings. Helped with the upkeeping and cleaning of the studio.
Location Manager at Capilano University
December 31, 2023 - August 6, 2025
Drafted rough designs of the ideal set location. Dealt with the required documentation and local government to get the location approved. Handled and oversaw the necessary equipment on the location.
Drawing Assistant at Hippo Art Studio
December 31, 2023 - August 6, 2025
Assisted in preparations of sketches, paintings and art supplies. Organized schedules and meetings. Helped with the upkeeping and cleaning of the studio.
Location Manager at Capilano University
January 1, 2023 - October 9, 2025
Drafted rough designs of the ideal set location; dealt with the required documentation and local government in order to get the location approved; oversaw the necessary equipment on the location.
Drawing Assistant at Hippo Art Studio
January 1, 2023 - October 9, 2025
Assisted in preparations of sketches, paintings and art supplies; organized schedules and meetings; helped with the upkeeping and cleaning of the studio.
Location Manager at Capilano University
January 1, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Drafted rough designs of the ideal set location. Dealt with the required documentation and local government in order to get the location approved. Handled and oversaw the necessary equipment on the location.
Drawing Assistant at Hippo Art Studio
January 1, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Assisted in preparations of sketches, paintings and art supplies. Organized schedules and meetings. Helped with the upkeeping and cleaning of the studio.
Location Manager at Capilano University
January 1, 2023 - September 19, 2025
Drafted rough designs of the ideal set location. Dealt with the required documentation and local government in order to get the location approved. Handled and oversaw the necessary equipment on the location.
Drawing Assistant at Hippo Art Studio
January 1, 2023 - September 19, 2025
Assisted in preparations of sketches, paintings and art supplies. Organized schedules and meetings. Helped with the upkeeping and cleaning of the studio.
Location Manager at Capilano University
January 1, 2023 - September 19, 2025
Drafted rough designs of the ideal set location. Dealt with the required documentation and local government in order to get the location approved. Handled and oversaw the necessary equipment on the location.
Drawing Assistant at Hippo Art Studio
January 1, 2023 - September 19, 2025
Assisted in preparations of sketches, paintings and art supplies. Organized schedules and meetings. Helped with the upkeeping and cleaning of the studio.
Location Manager at Capilano University
January 1, 2023 - September 19, 2025
Drafted rough designs for ideal set locations; handled required documentation with local government to obtain location approval; oversaw necessary equipment on location.
Drawing Assistant at Hippo Art Studio
January 1, 2023 - September 19, 2025
Assisted in preparations of sketches, paintings and art supplies; organized schedules and meetings; helped with upkeep and cleaning of the studio.
Location Manager at Capilano University
January 1, 2023 - September 13, 2025
Drafted rough designs of the ideal set location. Dealt with the required documentation and local government in order to get the location approved. Handled and oversaw the necessary equipment on the location.
Drawing Assistant at Hippo Art Studio
January 1, 2023 - September 13, 2025
Assisted in preparations of sketches, paintings and art supplies. Organized schedules and meetings. Helped with the upkeeping and cleaning of the studio.
Production Designer at Capilano University
December 31, 2022 - September 26, 2025
Coordinated set design and propping in conjunction with photo art. Gathered information to determine the best execution of creative ideas. Produced detailed rough drafts and paintings showcasing set, scenery, and property demands.
Production Designer at Capilano University
December 31, 2022 - August 6, 2025
Coordinated set design and propping in conjunction with photo art. Gathered information to determine the best execution of creative ideas. Produced detailed rough drafts and paintings showcasing set, scenery, and property demands.
Production Designer at Capilano University
January 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025
Coordinated set design and prop provisioning in conjunction with photo art; gathered information to determine the best execution of creative ideas; produced detailed rough drafts and paintings showcasing set, scenery, and property demands.
Production Designer at Capilano University
January 1, 2022 - September 26, 2025
Coordinated set design and prop management in conjunction with photo art. Gathered information to determine the best execution of creative ideas. Produced detailed rough drafts and paintings showcasing set, scenery, and property demands.
Production Designer at Capilano University
January 1, 2022 - September 19, 2025
Coordinated set design and propping in conjunction with photo art. Gathered information to determine the best execution of creative ideas. Produced detailed rough drafts and paintings showcasing set, scenery, and property demands.
Production Designer at Capilano University
January 1, 2022 - September 19, 2025
Coordinated set design and propping in conjunction with photo art. Gathered information to determine the best execution of creative ideas. Produced detailed rough drafts and paintings showcasing set, scenery, and property demands.
Production Designer at Capilano University
January 1, 2022 - September 19, 2025
Coordinated set design and prop coordination in conjunction with photo art, gathered information to inform creative execution, and produced detailed rough drafts and paintings showcasing set, scenery, and property demands.
Production Designer at Capilano University
January 1, 2022 - September 13, 2025
Coordinated set design and propping in conjunction with photo art, gathered information to determine the best execution of creative ideas, and produced detailed rough drafts and paintings showcasing set, scenery, and property demands.

Education

Diploma of Animation Concept Art at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Diploma of Motion Picture Arts at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Diploma of Animation Concept Art at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Diploma of Motion Picture Arts at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma of Animation Concept Art at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Diploma of Motion Picture Arts at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma of Animation Concept Art at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Diploma of Motion Picture Arts at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Diploma at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma of Animation Concept Art at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Diploma of Motion Picture Arts at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Diploma at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma of Animation Concept Art at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Diploma of Motion Picture Arts at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma of Motion Picture Arts at Capilano University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Diploma of Animation Concept Art at VFS Vancouver
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

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