I am a passionate animator, designer and art director with experience in various international animated projects. My journey in the creative industry began early, and I have always been drawn to storytelling through visual art. I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring imaginative ideas to life and continuously strive to hone my skills in animation and design.

Théa Nicole de Klerk

I am a passionate animator, designer and art director with experience in various international animated projects. My journey in the creative industry began early, and I have always been drawn to storytelling through visual art. I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring imaginative ideas to life and continuously strive to hone my skills in animation and design.

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I am a passionate animator, designer and art director with experience in various international animated projects. My journey in the creative industry began early, and I have always been drawn to storytelling through visual art. I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring imaginative ideas to life and continuously strive to hone my skills in animation and design.

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Language

English
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

2D Painting Supervisor at Studio La Cachette
March 1, 2017 - March 1, 2025
Oversaw the 2D painting department, ensuring high standards for many international animated series including ‘Love, Death and Robots’ for Netflix and 'Genndy Tartakovsky's Primal' for Adult Swim.
3D Art Director at Triggerfish Studios
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Directed a 3D animated project for a Disney anthology, handling everything from concept to execution.
Freelance character designer at Polycat
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Designed a variety of characters for an animated short

Education

Diploma at The Animation School
January 8, 2009 - November 8, 2011

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    paper Disney’s ‘Kizazi Moto’ Anthology

    Collaborated with the director to create a beautiful sci-fi world and characters for a highly acclaimed animated short film ‘Stardust’ as part of an African anthology for Disney.