Hi, I’m Maria Tyomkina, an award-winning 2D motion designer who creates animated and illustrated content for marketing, education, UI/UX, and entertainment. I’m passionate about storytelling, timing, and pushing the creative envelope, and I love taking a project from briefing through to final delivery. Throughout my career, I’ve led teams and collaborated across disciplines, mentoring designers, illustrators, developers, and project managers. I thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments and enjoy stepping up to lead when needed while delivering engaging, high-quality work.…

Maria Tyomkina

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Hi, I’m Maria Tyomkina, an award-winning 2D motion designer who creates animated and illustrated content for marketing, education, UI/UX, and entertainment. I’m passionate about storytelling, timing, and pushing the creative envelope, and I love taking a project from briefing through to final delivery. Throughout my career, I’ve led teams and collaborated across disciplines, mentoring designers, illustrators, developers, and project managers. I thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments and enjoy stepping up to lead when needed while delivering engaging, high-quality work.…

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Hi, I’m Maria Tyomkina, an award-winning 2D motion designer who creates animated and illustrated content for marketing, education, UI/UX, and entertainment. I’m passionate about storytelling, timing, and pushing the creative envelope, and I love taking a project from briefing through to final delivery.

Throughout my career, I’ve led teams and collaborated across disciplines, mentoring designers, illustrators, developers, and project managers. I thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments and enjoy stepping up to lead when needed while delivering engaging, high-quality work.

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Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Sr. Art Director & Animator at Pixelette Studios
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Worked with various clients to create engaging, storytelling and eye-pleasing animation and illustration. Responsible for all creative stages of the projects, including concept development, storyboards, moodboards, style frames, illustration, motion studies, character rigging, animation and occasional sound design. When on-site, collaborated with producers, copywriters, art directors, designers and fellow animators to find best creative solutions and deliver projects on time. Projects include explainer videos, promotional videos, social media posts, educational materials, greeting cards, UI prototypes, icon and logo animation, and more.
Freelance Motion Designer, Animator & Illustrator at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2015 - November 5, 2025
Created a variety of online content, such as ads, microsites, and landing pages. Brainstormed and collaborated with other team members in an extremely team-oriented environment. Worked closely with producers and project managers to create timelines to meet fast deadlines. Supervised/ mentored production staff at other Organic offices. Participated in numerous successful pitches. Clients: Google, TED, Goodwill, McKinsey, Airbnb, BareMinerals, Biossance, FIS.
Sr. Interactive Designer at Organic
December 1, 2006 - December 1, 2006
Produced award-winning integrated marketing campaigns, including flash ads, microsites, emails, landing pages and direct response print pieces. Participated in all stages of projects from concept development and storyboarding to production and presentation. Supervised design and production staff. Educated print art directors on how to design for the interactive space. Clients: Sprint, HP, Microsoft, Kashi.
Jr. Art Director at Publicis Dialog
August 1, 2005 - August 1, 2005
Experience in San Francisco; contributed to ad campaigns and interactive design across projects. Collaborated with copywriters, art directors, designers and fellow animators to deliver projects on time.
Sr. Art Director & Animator at Pixelette Studios
April 1, 2006 - January 1, 2015
Led brainstorming sessions, designed initial layouts and style guides, created animation prototypes, and collaborated with developers to produce ads. Oversaw and mentored designers, illustrators, developers and project managers to ensure cohesive campaigns for clients in entertainment and advertising.
Freelance Motion Designer, Animator & Illustrator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Created a variety of online content including ads, microsites, landing pages and instructional materials. Collaborated with producers and project managers to meet fast timelines and mentored production staff across multiple offices.
Sr. Interactive Designer at Organic
August 1, 2005 - December 1, 2006
Produced award-winning integrated marketing campaigns (flash ads, microsites, emails, landing pages) and led projects from concept to production. Supervised design and production staff and advocated for interactive design in the client portfolio.
Jr. Art Director at Publicis Dialog
March 1, 2004 - August 1, 2005
Worked with clients to create engaging animation and illustration, handled all creative stages from concept to delivery, and collaborated with on-site team members to deliver projects on time.

Education

BA at San Jose State University
November 5, 2025 - November 5, 2025
BA in Graphic Design & Photography at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Animation, Character Animation, Character Rigging, Design, Advanced Motion Methods at School of Motion Bootcamps
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
BA in Graphic Design & Photography at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026
Animation Bootcamps at School of Motion
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026

Qualifications

Davey Award: Gold – Website
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Davey Award: Silver – Ad Campaigns (2), Contest Website (1)
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
W3 Award: Silver – Banner Campaign – Movie and Film
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    paper Style frames for Goodwill of South Texas

    I had the pleasure of working with FatHappy Media on developing characters and creating storyboard and style frames for Goodwill of South Texas. The purpose of the animation was to spark excitement around thrifting among kids and young adults and highlight the ways Goodwill gives back to the community.

    You can see the project here: https://www.twine.net/signin