I’m Ethan Pohle, an animation and media arts graduate based in the Chandler, Arizona area. I’ve been creating ever since I could hold a pencil, and today I combine strong animation fundamentals with character and concept design to produce short-form stories that are polished, engaging, and on time. In addition to my studio work as a creature/monster designer and animation project lead, I also bring a customer-facing background from restaurant roles where accuracy, timing, and communication mattered every shift. I’m excited to keep building my portfolio through animation, storyboard work, and post-production, while continuing to grow my skills in tools like Toon Boom Harmony and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Ethan Pohle

I’m Ethan Pohle, an animation and media arts graduate based in the Chandler, Arizona area. I’ve been creating ever since I could hold a pencil, and today I combine strong animation fundamentals with character and concept design to produce short-form stories that are polished, engaging, and on time. In addition to my studio work as a creature/monster designer and animation project lead, I also bring a customer-facing background from restaurant roles where accuracy, timing, and communication mattered every shift. I’m excited to keep building my portfolio through animation, storyboard work, and post-production, while continuing to grow my skills in tools like Toon Boom Harmony and Adobe Creative Cloud.

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I’m Ethan Pohle, an animation and media arts graduate based in the Chandler, Arizona area. I’ve been creating ever since I could hold a pencil, and today I combine strong animation fundamentals with character and concept design to produce short-form stories that are polished, engaging, and on time.

In addition to my studio work as a creature/monster designer and animation project lead, I also bring a customer-facing background from restaurant roles where accuracy, timing, and communication mattered every shift. I’m excited to keep building my portfolio through animation, storyboard work, and post-production, while continuing to grow my skills in tools like Toon Boom Harmony and Adobe Creative Cloud.

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Work Experience

Conceptual Interior Designer at TKMV Studio
January 1, 2026 - Present
Supported interior concept development for a short film in production, helping translate story needs into visual environment ideas.
Creature/Monster Designer at TKMV Studio
January 1, 2026 - Present
Assisted with creature/monster concept design for a short film production pipeline, supporting the studio’s visual development and concept exploration.
Small Animation Project Lead at TKMV Studio
January 1, 2026 - Present
Led a small group of four on a short loopable social media animation segment. Ensured the project was completed successfully and on time, coordinating progress and keeping deliverables aligned with production goals.
Takeout Server / Food Runner at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewery
June 1, 2023 - Present
Processed and prepared to-go food orders by assembling required items, providing customer service with quality and accuracy. Carried out food and drinks to customers while maintaining service standards.
Host Lead / To-Go Prep / Food Runner at Chili’s Grill & Bar
May 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Greeted guests at the door and directed them to their seats. Processed and prepared to-go orders with quality and accuracy. Delivered food and drinks to customers while providing customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Animation (Minor in Media Arts & Sciences) at Arizona State University
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2026
Early College Summer Program at School of Art Institute
June 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality