My name is Connie Saunders and I’m a graduate at the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design with a Bachelor's degree in Animation & Game Art. My work consists of a multimedia showcase blending 2D and 3D animation methods with entertaining story telling. My creations have received notable attention with my work being featured in the ToonBoom Education Show-reel and the PCA&D Animation Demo-reel Spotlight.

Connie Saunders

My name is Connie Saunders and I’m a graduate at the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design with a Bachelor's degree in Animation & Game Art. My work consists of a multimedia showcase blending 2D and 3D animation methods with entertaining story telling. My creations have received notable attention with my work being featured in the ToonBoom Education Show-reel and the PCA&D Animation Demo-reel Spotlight.

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My name is Connie Saunders and I’m a graduate at the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design with a Bachelor’s degree in Animation & Game Art. My work consists of a multimedia showcase blending 2D and 3D animation methods with entertaining story telling. My creations have received notable attention with my work being featured in the ToonBoom Education Show-reel and the PCA&D Animation Demo-reel Spotlight.

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Work Experience

Hybrid Intern (Digital Training Course Designer) at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
June 2, 2026 - August 2, 2026
Created and designed digital training courses using animation and visual design principles. Built course materials and learning content for delivery in a training context, coordinating visual assets and training structure to support user understanding.
Illustrator/Animator (Character Poster Project) at Super Hero Project
October 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Designed and animated a character poster for a remote internship project. Produced character visuals and animation assets remotely, focusing on storytelling through character design, pose/expression, and visual clarity in the final poster deliverable.
Social Media Manager (Co-Manager) at SIGGRAPH / PC A&DS SIGGRAPH (Instagram)
August 1, 2024 - May 2, 2026
Co-managed the Instagram account for PCA&DSIGGRAPH, supporting planning and execution of social media posts. Helped coordinate content related to events and community updates, contributing to consistent branding and engagement through visual assets and timely posting.
Freelance Character Illustrator at Self-Employed
May 1, 2021 - Present
Provide remote character illustration services. Create character-focused artwork and digital illustrations using a mix of styles suitable for personal or client commissions, including poster-like character pieces and character portraits.
Airbrush Artist at Hersheypark
May 1, 2018 - August 1, 2019
Full-time airbrush artist creating painted artwork for entertainment park contexts. Produced airbrushed artwork using professional tools and techniques, meeting production and quality expectations in a fast-paced setting.

Education

Bachelor's in Animation & Game Art at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services