I am a creative and passionate 3D Character Animator with a 1st Class BA in Animation. I specialize in crafting expressive and stylized animation grounded in strong body mechanics, lip sync, and storytelling. I am proficient in Autodesk Maya, Unreal Engine, and Adobe tools, with a growing portfolio of commercial, short film, and broadcast work. I have had the privilege of being mentored by professionals from Illumination, Disney, and DNEG, including a focused mentorship with Disney animator Hyrum Osmond. I thrive working on stylized 3D animation projects that emphasize clear character performance, visual storytelling, and emotional appeal.

Layla Almond

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I am a creative and passionate 3D Character Animator with a 1st Class BA in Animation. I specialize in crafting expressive and stylized animation grounded in strong body mechanics, lip sync, and storytelling. I am proficient in Autodesk Maya, Unreal Engine, and Adobe tools, with a growing portfolio of commercial, short film, and broadcast work. I have had the privilege of being mentored by professionals from Illumination, Disney, and DNEG, including a focused mentorship with Disney animator Hyrum Osmond. I thrive working on stylized 3D animation projects that emphasize clear character performance, visual storytelling, and emotional appeal.

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I am a creative and passionate 3D Character Animator with a 1st Class BA in Animation. I specialize in crafting expressive and stylized animation grounded in strong body mechanics, lip sync, and storytelling. I am proficient in Autodesk Maya, Unreal Engine, and Adobe tools, with a growing portfolio of commercial, short film, and broadcast work.

I have had the privilege of being mentored by professionals from Illumination, Disney, and DNEG, including a focused mentorship with Disney animator Hyrum Osmond. I thrive working on stylized 3D animation projects that emphasize clear character performance, visual storytelling, and emotional appeal.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Animator & Visual Director at Willow Studios
November 11, 2022 - January 13, 2023
• Directed & animated an NHS video viewed in hospitals across the UK. • Managed 6 artists under deadline pressure. • Presented at Obstetric Anesthesia Annual Scientific Meeting.

Education

BA (Hons.) Animation at Nottingham Trent University
September 27, 2021 - July 19, 2024
Finished first class honors

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
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    Current 3D Character Animation Demo Reel made in Autodesk Maya

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