As a dedicated artist with a profound love for the art form, I seek to create transformative visual experiences that resonate with audiences. My journey began at a young age, fueled by the inspiration drawn from the many animated films I grew up with, and has since evolved into a commitment to producing captivating animation, illustration, and design. With experience in both 2D and 3D animation, illustration, comics, graphic design, editorial work, and managing creative projects, I strive to bring a high level of quality and creativity to every project I work on.…

Olivia Horton

As a dedicated artist with a profound love for the art form, I seek to create transformative visual experiences that resonate with audiences. My journey began at a young age, fueled by the inspiration drawn from the many animated films I grew up with, and has since evolved into a commitment to producing captivating animation, illustration, and design. With experience in both 2D and 3D animation, illustration, comics, graphic design, editorial work, and managing creative projects, I strive to bring a high level of quality and creativity to every project I work on.…

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As a dedicated artist with a profound love for the art form, I seek to create transformative visual experiences that resonate with audiences.

My journey began at a young age, fueled by the inspiration drawn from the many animated films I grew up with, and has since evolved into a commitment to producing captivating animation, illustration, and design. With experience in both 2D and 3D animation, illustration, comics, graphic design, editorial work, and managing creative projects, I strive to bring a high level of quality and creativity to every project I work on.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Lead Art Editor / Flat Colourist / Merchandising Artist at HGCZ Anthology Project
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Led the art editorial process for a 410-page comics collection, performed flat colouring for over 100 full pages, conducted editorial consultations and quality checks, developed part of the merchandising package, and contributed various illustrations.
Organizer / Logistics, 3D Model & Asset Artist, Panel Host at Zinethologies Streamathon
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Organized a 3-day charity live-stream event focused on artbook creation and related projects; designed and modeled 3D assets for donation goals; hosted panels and assisted with scheduling, event planning, and stage management during live portions.
Volunteer at The Museum, Kitchener ON
August 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020
Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities; supported staff with organizing, planning, and execution to create an engaging atmosphere for guests; demonstrated strong interpersonal communication; greeted visitors and answered questions about programs.
Lead Artist / Editor / Colourist / Merchandise Artist at HGCZ Anthology Project
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Worked with 50+ creatives to create a 410-page collection of comics, art, and writing. Colored over 100 full pages of content including comics, spreads, and assorted illustrations and graphics. Contributed various illustrations, associated graphics, and promotional materials.
Organizer / Logistics, 3D Model and Asset Artist, Panel Host at Zinetologies Streamathon
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Helped to organize a 3-day charity live streaming event dedicated to the creation, planning, marketing, and production of art books and similar projects in online spaces. Designed and modeled a variety of 3D assets to be used as donation goals for the event. Featured as both a guest on a variety of panels as well as personally hosting others. Worked behind the scenes on scheduling, event planning, and as a stage manager during the live portions.
Volunteer at The Museum, Kitchener
August 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs. Supported museum staff with organizing, planning and execution to create an engaging and fun atmosphere for guests. Displayed strong interpersonal communication skills; greeted visitors and answered questions about program requirements and opportunities.

Education

Associate Animation at Conestoga College
January 1, 2022 - April 23, 2025
High School Diploma at Forest Heights Collegiate Institute
September 1, 2017 - June 1, 2021
Animation Program Degree at Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Forest Heights Collegiate Institute
September 1, 2017 - June 1, 2021
Animation Program Degree at Conestoga College
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2025
SHSM - Arts and Culture at Forest Heights Collegiate Institute
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022

Qualifications

SHSM - Arts and Culture
June 1, 2022 - January 27, 2026
SHSM - Arts and Culture
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Retail
    Artbooks 2 Zinethologies Streamathon

    Helped to organize a 3-day charity livestreaming event dedicated to the creation, planning, marketing, and production of artbooks and similar projects in online spaces.

    Designed and modeled a variety of themed 3D assets to be used as donation goals for the event.

    Featured as both a guest on a variety of panels as well as personally hosting others.

    Worked behind the scenes on scheduling, event planning, and as a stage manager during the live portions of the event.

    HGCZ Anthology Project

    Worked with 50+ other creatives to create 410 pages of content.

    Coloured over 90+ full comic pages from a variety of artists in under two months.

    Editorial work for over 6+ comics & 10+ illustrations and spreads.

    Designed a set of phone app icons based around the style and theming of the project.

    Worked on additional graphics, supplementary content, and promotional material.