I am passionate about Virtual Reality and immersive storytelling, holding a BA in Virtual Reality from University of the Arts London. I specialize in creating virtual environments, 3D animation, Unity development, and web design. Known for a user-focused approach, clear communication, and a commitment to crafting meaningful, engaging experiences. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with institutions like the London Contemporary Dance School, producing projection-based animations and original artwork integrating digital tools and AI-assisted concept development. I continuously explore VR design, immersive media, and mixed reality with a strong emphasis on virtual world building, interactive experience design, and game prototyping using Unity and 3D animation.…

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I am passionate about Virtual Reality and immersive storytelling, holding a BA in Virtual Reality from University of the Arts London. I specialize in creating virtual environments, 3D animation, Unity development, and web design. Known for a user-focused approach, clear communication, and a commitment to crafting meaningful, engaging experiences. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with institutions like the London Contemporary Dance School, producing projection-based animations and original artwork integrating digital tools and AI-assisted concept development. I continuously explore VR design, immersive media, and mixed reality with a strong emphasis on virtual world building, interactive experience design, and game prototyping using Unity and 3D animation.…

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I am passionate about Virtual Reality and immersive storytelling, holding a BA in Virtual Reality from University of the Arts London. I specialize in creating virtual environments, 3D animation, Unity development, and web design. Known for a user-focused approach, clear communication, and a commitment to crafting meaningful, engaging experiences.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with institutions like the London Contemporary Dance School, producing projection-based animations and original artwork integrating digital tools and AI-assisted concept development. I continuously explore VR design, immersive media, and mixed reality with a strong emphasis on virtual world building, interactive experience design, and game prototyping using Unity and 3D animation.

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Work Experience

Administrative Assistant (Temporary Positions) at Professional Football Training (PFT), London
September 30, 2018 - August 7, 2025
Handled bookings, orders, and correspondence. Assisted with bookkeeping, generating accounts, and business planning using Excel. Managed filing systems and prepared documents in Word and PowerPoint. Ensured smooth day-to-day administration for a small business.
Freelance Illustrator at London Contemporary Dance School (LCDS)
April 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Created original artwork and visual concepts to enhance a book’s narrative. Used Photoshop and Krita for digital painting, Canva and PowerPoint for layout and presentation, and MidJourney for AI-assisted concept development. Maintained communication with the client using Padlet and WhatsApp for feedback and collaboration.
Illustrator / Visual Designer at London
December 31, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Handled bookings, orders, and correspondence. Assisted with bookkeeping, generating accounts, and business planning using Excel. Managed filing systems and prepared documents in Word and PowerPoint. Focused on VR design, immersive media, and mixed reality with a strong emphasis on virtual world building, storytelling, and interactive experience design.
VR and Projection-Based Animation Creator at London Contemporary Dance School (LCDS)
April 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Created VR and projection-based animations for a live performance in collaboration with the school. Used Unity, Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and iMovie. Developed virtual environments, 3D animation, environmental design, and user interaction systems.
Student Representative at University Arts London (UAL LCC)
June 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Served as a student representative during the final year, representing student interests and participating in university committees. Explored filmmaking facets such as inspiration, storyboarding, and teamwork. Contributed to short stop-motion 2D animation focused on character development and storytelling, including voice-over work. Participated in figure drawing and critical analysis of museum artifacts to support creativity and technical skills.
Administrative Assistant (Temporary Positions) at Professional Football Training (PFT), London
September 1, 2018 - August 7, 2025
Handled bookings, orders, and correspondence. Assisted with bookkeeping, generating accounts, and business planning using Excel. Managed filing systems and prepared documents in Word and PowerPoint. Ensured smooth day-to-day administration for a small business.
Freelance Illustrator at London Contemporary Dance School (LCDS)
April 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Created original artwork and visual concepts to enhance a book’s narrative. Utilized Photoshop and Krita for digital painting, Canva and PowerPoint for layout and presentation, and Midjourney for AI-assisted concept development. Communicated with clients via Padlet and WhatsApp for feedback and collaboration.
Illustrator / Visual Designer at London
April 1, 2024 - Present
Focused on VR design, immersive media, and mixed reality with emphasis on virtual world building, storytelling, and interactive experience design. Developed VR games and prototypes using Unity alongside 3D animation, environmental design, and user interaction systems. Created VR and projection-based animations for live performance in collaboration with the London Contemporary Dance School, employing Unity, Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and iMovie.

Education

BA in Virtual Reality at University Arts London (UAL LCC)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Preparatory Diploma in Games Animation Modelling and Effects FHEQ/NQF Level 3 at London Metropolitan University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Filmmaking Certificate at London
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
BA in Virtual Reality at University of the Arts London
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Preparatory Diploma in Games Animation Modelling and Effects (FHEQ / NQF Level 3) at London Metropolitan University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Filmmaking Certificate at London CLC
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Blender 3D
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Unity
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Microsoft Office
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Adobe Premiere Pro
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Maya
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Apple iMovie
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
London CLC Filmmaking Certificate
January 1, 2016 - August 7, 2025
Bronze Award - Creative Consciousness: Digital Echo's: Reflecting the realities of social media experiences
January 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Filmmaking Certificate
January 1, 2016 - August 7, 2025
Bronze Award - Creative Consciousness Digital Echo's: Reflecting the realities of social media experiences
January 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services
    uniE608 Daydream Believer
    Daydream Believer is a surreal and lighthearted animation project I created in 2024 as part of my exploration into 3D character design, photogrammetry, and motion capture. While it’s not a fully polished piece, it reflects a range of animation techniques and storytelling experiments. The main character, a quirky sausage-shaped woman sculpted out of clay, was brought to life using photogrammetry, scanned with Polycam, and refined digitally in Maya. The environment was also based on a 3D scan of my local area, adding an eerie, dreamlike realism to the scene. In the animation, the clay character dreams of becoming a glamorous singer. As her performance begins, she’s unexpectedly joined by a mysterious dancing bear, who seems to appear from another layer of her dream. The bear was also animated using Rococo motion capture and composited into the scene using split-screen and layered editing. Although the story is abstract, it gave me the chance to experiment with character pipelines, motion capture, and dreamlike visual design in a playful and experimental way.…
    paper Bedroom Animation – Award-Winning Short

    This is Digital Echoes, my award-winning animation project that earned a Bronze Creative Conscience Award. I created the entire project independently, from concept and storyboarding to animation and post-production.

    The film explores themes of emotional connection in a digitized world and uses visual storytelling to reflect on the tension between human emotion and technological noise. My goal was to use movement, colour, and silence to create a space for reflection.

    🔗 Watch the full animation on YouTube:

    🏆 Creative Conscience project page: https://www.creative-conscience.org.uk/winners/digital-echoes

    This piece reflects my core interests in immersive storytelling, motion design, and emotional impact through animation.

    paper Leah Wright – Creative Showreel 2025
    This showreel showcases a selection of my recent creative work across animation, video editing, game design, and immersive media. Dance & Motion Capture Collaboration (Video 1 & 2) These two videos were created in collaboration with the London Contemporary Dance School. I edited both pieces independently and animated the digital characters using motion capture data. The second video features projection work by my creative partner, Rithwik Mohan, using Kinect. I later recorded and edited the footage, integrating it with animated visuals for a split-screen sequence that captures both the physical and digital performances. Digital Echoes – Creative Conscience Award Winner (Video 3) This solo project earned a Bronze Award from the Creative Conscience competition. I handled all aspects of the video—from concept to execution—exploring themes of digital reflection and emotional connection. Shop Smart Game (Video 4) A short video showcasing my game Shop Smart, a task-based VR experience designed to simulate grocery shopping while encouraging memory retention and accessibility. Players must follow a list to complete their shop, promoting attention to detail and real-world application. Sight Beyond VR (Video 5) A final glimpse of my immersive project Sight Beyond, where visual impairment is simulated through gameplay. This clip complements a separate, more detailed breakdown already featured elsewhere on this platform. 3danimation motioncapture unity3d creativedirector videoproduction animator illustrator videoeditor…
    paper Leah Wright – Personal Website (Self-Built on Wix)
    This PDF is my personal website, which I designed and built using the Wix web builder. The site acts as a central hub for my creative practice, showcasing a range of work including immersive media, video editing, motion design, and reflective blog posts synced from my WordPress blog. It includes a curated selection of visual content and written reflections developed over the past few years, demonstrating my ability to combine clear communication with creative direction across digital platforms. The layout, structure, and design of the site were all created by me, with an emphasis on clarity, mood, and narrative flow. webdesign wix portfolio videoediting motiondesign wordpress creativepractice digitaldesigner contentcreation immersivemedia…
    uniE608 Sight Beyond – VR Escape Room Game (1-Min Trailer)
    Sight Beyond is a VR escape room game designed to raise awareness of visual impairments through immersive gameplay. As the Creative Director, I led the concept, level design, visual style, and gameplay mechanics, simulating blurred vision to encourage communication and empathy between players. This trailer shows a short walkthrough of the game’s environment and cooperative play dynamic. The project was featured in the UAL Showcase and built in Unity. My focus was on designing an emotional, accessible experience with minimal UI and maximum environmental storytelling. VR GameDesign CreativeDirection ImmersiveMedia Unity Trailer Storytelling VisualDesign SightBeyond EscapeRoom…
    uniE621 Sight Beyond – VR Library Level (Tritanopia Simulation)
    This VR environment is part of Sight Beyond, a two-player escape room game designed to simulate sight impairments. In this level, the VR player experiences Tritanopia (blue-yellow color blindness) while navigating a detailed library space with the help of a sighted partner. I directed the design and visual adjustments for this level, using color grading and spatial audio cues to enhance accessibility and collaboration. The environment was created in Unity and showcased as part of my final major project at UAL. VR GameDesign CreativeDirection Unity LevelDesign Accessibility ColorBlindness ImmersiveDesign LibraryLevel SightBeyond…