My name is Xinyi Zhang, a New York-based Chinese animator focused on creating vivid and emotionally resonant animated works. I am currently majoring in 2D Animation at the School of Visual Arts, where I am dedicated to telling captivating stories through storyboard creation and hand-drawn frame-by-frame animation. In addition to animation, I am passionate about illustration and 3D modeling, hoping to expand my creative perspective through these diverse art forms. In the future, I aim to work in the field of 3D animation and I am actively learning various 3D software to pursue this goal. I firmly believe in the power of art to warm the heart, and I hope my work will bring joy and comfort to my audience.

Xinyi Zhang

My name is Xinyi Zhang, a New York-based Chinese animator focused on creating vivid and emotionally resonant animated works. I am currently majoring in 2D Animation at the School of Visual Arts, where I am dedicated to telling captivating stories through storyboard creation and hand-drawn frame-by-frame animation. In addition to animation, I am passionate about illustration and 3D modeling, hoping to expand my creative perspective through these diverse art forms. In the future, I aim to work in the field of 3D animation and I am actively learning various 3D software to pursue this goal. I firmly believe in the power of art to warm the heart, and I hope my work will bring joy and comfort to my audience.

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My name is Xinyi Zhang, a New York-based Chinese animator focused on creating vivid and emotionally resonant animated works. I am currently majoring in 2D Animation at the School of Visual Arts, where I am dedicated to telling captivating stories through storyboard creation and hand-drawn frame-by-frame animation.

In addition to animation, I am passionate about illustration and 3D modeling, hoping to expand my creative perspective through these diverse art forms. In the future, I aim to work in the field of 3D animation and I am actively learning various 3D software to pursue this goal. I firmly believe in the power of art to warm the heart, and I hope my work will bring joy and comfort to my audience.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent

Work Experience

3D Animator at TuYoo Games
June 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Served as a 3D motion intern, creating foundational character movements and supporting animation workflows for integration into gameplay.
Editor at Babies Back Home
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Edited and refined copy for promotional materials and social media; organized and managed internal files and resources; assisted in preparing materials for events, campaigns, and outreach initiatives.
Planner at 1899 Pictures Company
July 1, 2022 - October 31, 2025
Participated in activity planning for artist gallery events and collaborations with 1899 Pictures Company.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Animation at School of Visual Arts
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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