Hi, I’m Danielle Roach, an animator and illustrator with over three years of professional experience. I excel at expressive draftsmanship, perspective, anatomy, and clean line work, and I’m comfortable with full and limited animation as well as quick turnarounds. I design characters, storyboard, and work mostly in digital art, though I do have experience in traditional art. I thrive in collaborative environments, communicate clearly, and take accountability for my work and those around me. I’m flexible with scheduling and can work remotely or on-site.…

Danielle Roach

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Hi, I’m Danielle Roach, an animator and illustrator with over three years of professional experience. I excel at expressive draftsmanship, perspective, anatomy, and clean line work, and I’m comfortable with full and limited animation as well as quick turnarounds. I design characters, storyboard, and work mostly in digital art, though I do have experience in traditional art. I thrive in collaborative environments, communicate clearly, and take accountability for my work and those around me. I’m flexible with scheduling and can work remotely or on-site.…

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Hi, I’m Danielle Roach, an animator and illustrator with over three years of professional experience. I excel at expressive draftsmanship, perspective, anatomy, and clean line work, and I’m comfortable with full and limited animation as well as quick turnarounds.

I design characters, storyboard, and work mostly in digital art, though I do have experience in traditional art. I thrive in collaborative environments, communicate clearly, and take accountability for my work and those around me. I’m flexible with scheduling and can work remotely or on-site.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Artist and Animator at Photo Memories Texas
December 31, 2024 - Present
Created animations and illustrations of a mascot character for Dog Co. Icehouse in San Antonio to promote events and holidays. Consulted employer closely and delivered quality, timely work.
Freelance Character Designer
March 31, 2024 - July 29, 2025
Designed human and non-human characters for a short film. Worked collaboratively with the writer and director. Took critique in stride and altered designs according to the writer’s wishes.
Art and Animation Intern at Change Lab
October 31, 2023 - July 29, 2025
Designed and animated characters for a 2D educational computer game and a 2-minute promotional video. Produced quality full and limited animation work, consulted supervisors and fellow interns, completed tasks on time, and maintained punctuality. Received a highly positive recommendation letter from the animation supervisor.
Freelance Children’s Book Illustrator
February 1, 2023 - Present
Designed characters and locations in close collaboration with the author. Elevated baseline designs into visually appealing characters that matched personality and story roles.
Freelance Animator at Studio Yotta
February 26, 2023 - July 27, 2025
Animated breakdowns, inbetweens, and some keyframes for multiple characters. Maintained design, shape, and size consistency across frames and provided smooth, natural movement for three complex and distinct characters.
Freelance Artist and Animator at Photo Memories Texas
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created animations and illustrations of a mascot character for Dog Co. Ice House in San Antonio to promote events and holidays. Consulted closely with the employer and delivered high-quality, timely work.
Freelance Children's Book Illustrator at Freelance
February 1, 2023 - Present
Designed characters and locations in close collaboration with the author. Took baseline designs provided by the author and elevated them into visually appealing characters with designs that matched their personality and role within the story.
Freelance Artist and Animator at Photo Memories
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created animations and illustrations of a mascot character for Dog Co. Ice House in San Antonio to promote events and holidays. Closely consulted with employer, delivering high-quality, timely work.
Freelance Character Designer at Self‑Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2024 - March 1, 2024
Designed human and non-human characters for a short film. Worked in close collaboration with the writer and director. Took critique, iterated on designs, and aligned visuals with the narrative.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Laguna College of Art and Design
January 1, 2019 - May 31, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Laguna College of Art and Design
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Laguna College of Art and Design
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022

Qualifications

Distinguished Student in the Arts, Media and Entertainment
April 25, 2016 - July 29, 2025
Member, Women in Animation
January 11, 2022 - July 29, 2025
Member, American Association of University Women
January 11, 2022 - July 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet
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