I'm a multidisciplinary artist based in Singapore, specializing in animation, illustration, and visual design. I love telling stories through expressive characters, dynamic motion, and clear visuals, delivering engaging content for clients and collaborators. With experience spanning freelance illustration, TVC production support, and classroom teaching, I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning creative ideas into polished, portable assets.

Lourde Belle Vera Cruz Lebes

I'm a multidisciplinary artist based in Singapore, specializing in animation, illustration, and visual design. I love telling stories through expressive characters, dynamic motion, and clear visuals, delivering engaging content for clients and collaborators. With experience spanning freelance illustration, TVC production support, and classroom teaching, I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning creative ideas into polished, portable assets.

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I’m a multidisciplinary artist based in Singapore, specializing in animation, illustration, and visual design. I love telling stories through expressive characters, dynamic motion, and clear visuals, delivering engaging content for clients and collaborators. With experience spanning freelance illustration, TVC production support, and classroom teaching, I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning creative ideas into polished, portable assets.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent Commission Work at Freelance
January 1, 2021 - Present
Worked with diverse clientele creating digital illustrations and video editing. Adept in clear communication, receptive to criticisms and negotiations while facilitating collaborative experiences.
Production Intern at AtypicalFilms
December 31, 2024 - July 25, 2025
Provided comprehensive support across TVC production, including post-production editing, on-set assistance, casting coordination, and pitch deck creation in collaboration with directors and producers.
Assistant Art Teacher at Artsy Bugsy
December 31, 2023 - July 25, 2025
Supported teachers with lesson preparation and classroom setup, assisted students with daily tasks, and encouraged young learners’ independence and creativity during art activities.
Motion Graphic Intern at Hexogon Grp of Companies
December 31, 2021 - July 25, 2025
Developed and animated visual assets for projection mapping projects using Adobe Suite, contributing to high-profile client work and showreel editing in collaboration with creative and technical teams.
Freelance Digital Illustrator / Video Editor at Independent Commission Work
January 1, 2018 - Present
Created personalised digital illustrations and edited videos for a diverse range of clients, delivering visually engaging content that met varied creative needs. Facilitated collaborative projects through clear communication and openness to feedback, ensuring productive teamwork and high client satisfaction. Adapted to different artistic visions and negotiation styles to achieve cohesive, client-aligned outcomes in all creative projects.
TVC Production Intern at AtypicalFilms
January 1, 2024 - Present
Provided comprehensive support across all phases of TVC production — from on-set assistance and casting coordination to post-production editing — ensuring smooth execution and timely delivery of 100% of assigned projects. Collaborated closely with directors and producers to develop pitch decks and production materials, contributing to stronger creative alignment.
Assistant Art Teacher at Artsy Bugsy
January 1, 2022 - Present
Supported teachers in lesson preparation and classroom setup to ensure smooth daily operations and engaging learning environments. Assisted students with daily tasks, encouraging independence and creativity during art activities.
Creative Intern at Hexagon Group of Companies
January 1, 2021 - Present
Developed and animated visual assets for projection mapping projects; collaborated with creative and technical teams on high-profile client projects, contributing to showreel editing and presentation materials for client pitches.
Guest Animation at Cartoons Underground
January 1, 2022 - Present
Produced animated content contributing to various stages of production as a guest animator.
Director of Photography at Little Sunshine
January 1, 2022 - Present
Directed photography for the film project, focusing on visual storytelling, lighting, and shot composition to achieve a cohesive cinematic look.
Project Lead / Animator at SOUR OBOR OS 2024
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Produced a full 2D animated graduation film as a solo project, managing all stages from concept development to final rendering.
Animator / Project Lead at PAALAALA (Reminder) 2023
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Animated short selected for screening at the ANNECY Animation Festival; represented LASALLE College of the Arts among Singapore teams on an international stage.
Independent Freelance Digital Illustrator & Video Editor at Independent Commission Work
January 1, 2018 - Present
Created personalised digital illustrations and edited videos for a diverse range of clients, delivering visually engaging content that met varied creative needs. Facilitated collaborative projects through clear communication and openness to feedback, ensuring productive teamwork and high client satisfaction. Adapted to different artistic visions and negotiation styles to achieve cohesive, client-aligned outcomes in all creative projects.
Guest Animation Artist at Cartoons Underground
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Produced animated vanity card selected for feature film, showcasing themes of the project. Contributed as storyboard artist, clean-up artist, and writer, demonstrating versatility and collaborative teamwork across production stages.
Participant at 24 Hour GIF/Comic Cover Challenge
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Participated in a time-constrained creative event to produce a short animated GIF or comic cover inspired by a prompt, delivering cohesive, high-quality results under tight deadlines.
Project Lead at PAALAALA (Reminder)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Created an animated short selected for screen­ing at the Annecy Animation Festival as part of LASALLE College representation, leading the project from concept to execution and representing the institution internationally.
Project / Solo Animation Film at SOUR OBOR OS
January 1, 2024 - Present
Produced a full 2D animated graduation film as a solo project, managing all stages from concept development to final rendering within a condensed three-month timeline.

Education

BA at Lasalle College of Fine Arts
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Diploma at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Bachelor of Arts (Animation Art), Second Class Honours at Lasalle College of the Arts, Singapore
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Diploma in Illustration Design with Animation at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor of Arts (Animation Art) (Hons), Second Class Honours at Lasalle College of the Arts, Singapore
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Diploma in Illustration Design with Animation at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

LASALLE Second Class Honours
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Viewers Choice (Wide to Tall Film Festival)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Singapore Youth Festival Rep.
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Honours Bachelor of Arts (Animation Art) (Hons), Second Class Honours
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Diploma in Illustration Design with Animation
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
    uniE608 PAALAALA (REMINDER)
    A short animated film that was featured in a panel at Annecy Animation Festival in 2023. filmdirector animator
    uniE621 SCharacter design project
    A school project I particularly loved doing! Showing a variety of designs to explify different range to show comedy. illustrator