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Hi, I’m an aspiring 2D animator and visual effects artist, recently graduated from the University of Portsmouth, and I’m passionate about creating expressive animation and cinematic visuals using the freedom animation offers. I’m open-minded, a quick learner, and I bring a strong blend of traditional and digital art to my character design, background work, and visual/sound editing—especially when building stories inspired by folklore and music. I’m experienced across the full animation pipeline in self-directed and group projects, including storyboarding, animating, colouring, and editing. I also enjoy collaborating in teams while keeping projects organised and on track, and I’m comfortable working with tools like TV Paint, Procreate, and Adobe Premiere Pro to bring 2D worlds to life.…Hi, I’m an aspiring 2D animator and visual effects artist, recently graduated from the University of Portsmouth, and I’m passionate about creating expressive animation and cinematic visuals using the freedom animation offers. I’m open-minded, a quick learner, and I bring a strong blend of traditional and digital art to my character design, background work, and visual/sound editing—especially when building stories inspired by folklore and music. I’m experienced across the full animation pipeline in self-directed and group projects, including storyboarding, animating, colouring, and editing. I also enjoy collaborating in teams while keeping projects organised and on track, and I’m comfortable working with tools like TV Paint, Procreate, and Adobe Premiere Pro to bring 2D worlds to life.

Ellie Long

2D Animator, Animator, Visual Effects Artist, +3

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Hi, I’m an aspiring 2D animator and visual effects artist, recently graduated from the University of Portsmouth, and I’m passionate about creating expressive animation and cinematic visuals using the freedom animation offers. I’m open-minded, a quick learner, and I bring a strong blend of traditional and digital art to my character design, background work, and visual/sound editing—especially when building stories inspired by folklore and music. I’m experienced across the full animation pipeline in self-directed and group projects, including storyboarding, animating, colouring, and editing. I also enjoy collaborating in teams while keeping projects organised and on track, and I’m comfortable working with tools like TV Paint, Procreate, and Adobe Premiere Pro to bring 2D worlds to life.…Hi, I’m an aspiring 2D animator and visual effects artist, recently graduated from the University of Portsmouth, and I’m passionate about creating expressive animation and cinematic visuals using the freedom animation offers. I’m open-minded, a quick learner, and I bring a strong blend of traditional and digital art to my character design, background work, and visual/sound editing—especially when building stories inspired by folklore and music. I’m experienced across the full animation pipeline in self-directed and group projects, including storyboarding, animating, colouring, and editing. I also enjoy collaborating in teams while keeping projects organised and on track, and I’m comfortable working with tools like TV Paint, Procreate, and Adobe Premiere Pro to bring 2D worlds to life.

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Hi, I’m an aspiring 2D animator and visual effects artist, recently graduated from the University of Portsmouth, and I’m passionate about creating expressive animation and cinematic visuals using the freedom animation offers. I’m open-minded, a quick learner, and I bring a strong blend of traditional and digital art to my character design, background work, and visual/sound editing—especially when building stories inspired by folklore and music.

I’m experienced across the full animation pipeline in self-directed and group projects, including storyboarding, animating, colouring, and editing. I also enjoy collaborating in teams while keeping projects organised and on track, and I’m comfortable working with tools like TV Paint, Procreate, and Adobe Premiere Pro to bring 2D worlds to life.

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Self-directed Animator / Editor (Music Video) at Student Productions

January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026

Created a self-directed music video using TV Paint and Procreate. Led the full creative workflow including storyboarding, character design, animating, colour design, background art, and visual + sound editing.

Animator / Storyboarder / Background Artist (Group Project) at Student Productions

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Worked on a 2D animation project inspired by Japanese folklore (Yuki Onna). Contributed as an animator, storyboarder, and background artist within a group workflow.

Activity Helper (Summer) at F.A.C.E.

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Assisted with event support and activities, focusing on time management, communication, and teamwork.

Activity Helper (Summer) at F.A.C.E. (Events)

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Assisted with activities and events, supporting participants and helping the team run smoothly. Focused on clear communication, time management, and keeping the activities engaging and well-organized.

Retail Assistant at House of Cards Retail

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023

Worked in a retail setting with responsibility for day-to-day tasks, maintaining organisation, focus, and clear communication with customers and colleagues.

Classroom Assistant (Part-Time) at Thameside Primary School, Reading

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023

Supporting classroom activities and children’s learning in a busy primary school environment, using patience and multitasking to help lessons run smoothly.

Retail Assistant at House of Cards, Caversham

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023

Worked in a retail environment handling day-to-day shop operations. Developed strong organization and focus, while maintaining good communication with customers and teammates.

Classroom Assistant (Part-Time) at Thameside Primary School, Reading, UK

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023

Supported classroom learning and daily activities for primary aged pupils. Helped maintain a positive, structured environment and worked with staff to support students throughout lessons and routines.