I’m an animator and illustrator based in Los Angeles, and I love using visual storytelling to help brands and projects grow while showcasing unique creative identities. I’m especially drawn to character and narrative development, where strong drawing skills and thoughtful motion come together to bring ideas to life. Throughout my background, I’ve built experience across animation production, education, and art instruction—creating engaging course materials, supporting students on challenging projects, and collaborating on polished deliverables for clients. I also bring event and leadership experience from my Animation Student Collective work, where I helped plan large-scale showcases and keep everything organized, on schedule, and moving forward with care.…

Abigail Smith

I’m an animator and illustrator based in Los Angeles, and I love using visual storytelling to help brands and projects grow while showcasing unique creative identities. I’m especially drawn to character and narrative development, where strong drawing skills and thoughtful motion come together to bring ideas to life. Throughout my background, I’ve built experience across animation production, education, and art instruction—creating engaging course materials, supporting students on challenging projects, and collaborating on polished deliverables for clients. I also bring event and leadership experience from my Animation Student Collective work, where I helped plan large-scale showcases and keep everything organized, on schedule, and moving forward with care.…

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I’m an animator and illustrator based in Los Angeles, and I love using visual storytelling to help brands and projects grow while showcasing unique creative identities. I’m especially drawn to character and narrative development, where strong drawing skills and thoughtful motion come together to bring ideas to life.

Throughout my background, I’ve built experience across animation production, education, and art instruction—creating engaging course materials, supporting students on challenging projects, and collaborating on polished deliverables for clients. I also bring event and leadership experience from my Animation Student Collective work, where I helped plan large-scale showcases and keep everything organized, on schedule, and moving forward with care.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Teacher at Primrose School of Worthington
August 1, 2025 - Present
Working with children in a range of ages from 6 months to 10 years old. Assisting teachers with developing and carrying out lesson plans and activities. Keeping a clean, consistent, and safe learning environment according to company and state guidelines.
Art Teacher at Columbus College of Art & Design
May 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
Creating an engaging course curriculum for students of all ages that encourages artistic growth and creativity. Communicating with faculty and students to ensure productive and uplifting work in a challenging environment. Finding solutions with students on difficult projects, helping them achieve their goals.
Intern at AHA Media
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Served in a variety of roles during production such as concept and storyboard artist, rough and clean-up animator, and colorist. Worked with a tight schedule to help ensure the project moved through the pipeline efficiently. Collaborated with directors and the animation team to create a polished final product for the client.
Receptionist at Columbus College of Art & Design
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Answering phone calls and questions, directing callers to proper channels and assisting with queries. Working with the financial aid office and bursar to promote and create promotional materials for upcoming events. Creating and maintaining spreadsheets for office and student use. Organizing and creating filing systems, moving physical files online.
Intern at AHA Media
December 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Supported multiple production roles during an animation pipeline, including concept and storyboarding, rough clean-up, and coloring. Worked within a tight schedule to keep projects moving efficiently through the pipeline, and collaborated with directors and the animation team to deliver a polished final product for the client.
Secretary & President at Animation Student Collective - Columbus College of Art & Design
December 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Collaborated with fellow creatives to educate CCAD’s student body about the animation and entertainment industry. Planned and executed large-scale events that supported deadlines and budgets, communicated with school officials and the student body to create positive experiences for members and first-time attendees, and organized collective files and promotional materials while taking meeting notes.
Intern at AH A Media
December 1, 2022 - May 31, 2024
Supported multiple roles during production, including concept and storyboard artist work, rough and clean-up animation, and coloring. Worked within tight schedules to help projects move through the production pipeline efficiently, and collaborated with directors and the animation team to help produce a polished final deliverable for the client.
Secretary & President, Animation Student Collective at Columbus College of Art & Design
December 1, 2022 - May 31, 2024
Collaborated with other creatives to educate CCAD’s student body about the animation and entertainment industry. Planned and executed large-scale events, balancing deadlines and budgets, and communicated with school officials and the student body to ensure a positive experience for members and first-time attendees. Managed meeting notes and organized files and promotional materials for the collective.
Secretary & President Animation Student Collective at Columbus College of Art & Design
December 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Collaborating with other creatives to educate CCAD’s student body about the animation and entertainment industry. Plan and execute large-scale events that would encourage a passion for art, keeping deadlines and budgets. Communicating with school officials and the student body to ensure a positive and stimulating experience for members and first-time attendees. Keeping notes from meetings and organizing collective’s files and promotional materials.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Columbus College of Art & Design
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Animation at Columbus College of Art & Design
August 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Animation at Columbus College of Art & Design
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization