Hi, I’m Peter Kellagher, a conscientious and keen animator based in Exeter. I’m passionate about learning new techniques, refining my skills, and bringing creative ideas to life. Since completing my education I’ve pursued freelance animation projects, collaborated with authors and illustrators, and built a solid foundation in 2D animation, stop-motion, and visual storytelling. I’m eager to contribute to a collaborative team, grow within the animation industry, and take on new challenges—from client-driven projects to learning advanced rigging and production workflows. My goal is to develop a professional career in animation while delivering engaging, high-quality work.

Peter Kellagher

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Hi, I’m Peter Kellagher, a conscientious and keen animator based in Exeter. I’m passionate about learning new techniques, refining my skills, and bringing creative ideas to life. Since completing my education I’ve pursued freelance animation projects, collaborated with authors and illustrators, and built a solid foundation in 2D animation, stop-motion, and visual storytelling. I’m eager to contribute to a collaborative team, grow within the animation industry, and take on new challenges—from client-driven projects to learning advanced rigging and production workflows. My goal is to develop a professional career in animation while delivering engaging, high-quality work.

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Hi, I’m Peter Kellagher, a conscientious and keen animator based in Exeter. I’m passionate about learning new techniques, refining my skills, and bringing creative ideas to life. Since completing my education I’ve pursued freelance animation projects, collaborated with authors and illustrators, and built a solid foundation in 2D animation, stop-motion, and visual storytelling.

I’m eager to contribute to a collaborative team, grow within the animation industry, and take on new challenges—from client-driven projects to learning advanced rigging and production workflows. My goal is to develop a professional career in animation while delivering engaging, high-quality work.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Animation Enhancement Course at Aardman
June 1, 2015 - June 14, 2015
Participated in a two-week enhancement course focused on improving stop-motion skills. Performed animation exercises, collaborated with peers, and learned new shooting/lighting techniques.
Freelance Animator at Self-Employed (Author and Illustrator collaboration)
February 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017
Independently animated an existing children’s book for the author and illustrator, creating puppets and backgrounds from the illustrations, synchronising music and narration, and delivering repeatable movements. Developed project workflow and client communication.
Freelance Animator at GHIC (Graham Hughes International Charity)
November 1, 2017 - March 31, 2018
Independently created and animated stick-figure illustrations to represent people suffering from Hughes Syndrome for awareness campaigns, applying the same animation techniques as the previous project.
Kitchen Porter at Sodexo - ESS (Lympstone Commando)
May 1, 2016 - Present
Washing up, cooking parts/tools, cleaning the kitchen and machines, working under pressure and flexible within long shifts. Passed food safety and kitchen safety requirements; NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service obtained.
Kitchen Porter at Puffing Billy
November 1, 2015 - May 31, 2016
Washing up plates/cutlery and cooking parts/tools; maintained kitchen cleanliness and efficiency. Casual contract with ~20 hours per week.
Kitchen Porter at Crealy Adventure Park
July 1, 2014 - September 30, 2014
Seasonal role, working in a team to maintain kitchen operations and hygiene.

Education

BA Hons Animation Production (2:2) at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
L2 Diploma in Carpentry at Exeter College
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
L2 and Access Course in Media at Exeter College
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
GCSEs (7, including Maths and English) at Broadwater School (Surrey)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Other, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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    uniE608 Animation Showreel 2018
    Showreel from my Website. animator videoeditor