I'm Erin Malfi, a Character and Prop Designer with experience designing for 2D and 3D animation. I thrive in collaborative environments and love brainstorming unique ideas. I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Animation from the College of Art and Design in Sarasota, FL. My senior thesis, Bad Dog, is an animated short about a motorcycle-riding dog who must confront the Grim Reaper to save his soul.…

Erin Malfi

I'm Erin Malfi, a Character and Prop Designer with experience designing for 2D and 3D animation. I thrive in collaborative environments and love brainstorming unique ideas. I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Animation from the College of Art and Design in Sarasota, FL. My senior thesis, Bad Dog, is an animated short about a motorcycle-riding dog who must confront the Grim Reaper to save his soul.…

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I’m Erin Malfi, a Character and Prop Designer with experience designing for 2D and 3D animation. I thrive in collaborative environments and love brainstorming unique ideas.

I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Animation from the College of Art and Design in Sarasota, FL. My senior thesis, Bad Dog, is an animated short about a motorcycle-riding dog who must confront the Grim Reaper to save his soul.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Substitute Teacher Assistant at Hebrew Academy for Special Children
October 1, 2025 - Present
Guided students through educational tasks, supported daily routines, and assisted with arts and crafts.
Volunteer Prop Designer at Nila Studio
April 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Explored different design iterations for background and character props; delivered prop turnaround rounds.
Volunteer Lead Character Designer at Nila Studio
April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Designed character poses, expressions, and turnaround sheets; assisted in achieving project vision and provided feedback.
Volunteer Character Designer at Spline Six Studio
November 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025
Expanded design versatility exploring new styles; strengthened anatomy skills through character design tasks.
Respite Worker at Braver Hood
February 1, 2024 - Present
Assist special needs children with reading, homework, and socialization; implement schoolwork and creative routines into daily schedules.
Freelance Artist at Self-Employed
May 1, 2018 - Present
Provide visual designs for products and professional illustrations.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at College of Art and Design, Sarasota, FL
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2023

Qualifications

Dean's Scholarship
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Horizon's Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
New York International Film Awards - Best Under 5 Minute Film
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

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