I'm a versatile 2D animator and storyboard artist based in Halifax. I specialize in layout, animation, and character design for children's TV and interactive experiences, delivering cohesive visual flow under tight deadlines. I love collaborating with teams, designing backgrounds, and refining scenes from concept to final polish. My background includes work on popular shows and remote collaboration across provinces, with a focus on clear storytelling and user-friendly visuals.

Esme Archer-Roussel

I'm a versatile 2D animator and storyboard artist based in Halifax. I specialize in layout, animation, and character design for children's TV and interactive experiences, delivering cohesive visual flow under tight deadlines. I love collaborating with teams, designing backgrounds, and refining scenes from concept to final polish. My background includes work on popular shows and remote collaboration across provinces, with a focus on clear storytelling and user-friendly visuals.

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I’m a versatile 2D animator and storyboard artist based in Halifax. I specialize in layout, animation, and character design for children’s TV and interactive experiences, delivering cohesive visual flow under tight deadlines.

I love collaborating with teams, designing backgrounds, and refining scenes from concept to final polish. My background includes work on popular shows and remote collaboration across provinces, with a focus on clear storytelling and user-friendly visuals.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Storyboard Artist at Island of Misfits
August 3, 2023 - January 11, 2025
Create Storyboard work and revisions.
2D Animator at Turquoise Sky Productions
June 3, 2022 - June 3, 2023
Created 2D symbol, hand drawn, and puppet animation. Aided with background art and storyboards as well.
Animator at Lifeline
February 18, 2026 - March 28, 2026
Create hand drawn animation & object illustrations for interactive website.
Layout Artist at Island of Misfits
August 22, 2019 - June 8, 2023
Create Layout for 3D animated scenes in Autodesk Maya.

Education

Bachelors of Animation at Concordia University
August 31, 2018 - June 2, 2019

Qualifications

Bachelors of Animation
August 31, 2018 - June 2, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
    uniE608 Lifeline Interactive Website
    Created 2D animator for stories unlocked through interactive game.
    uniE608 Wasi's Adventures
    2D animated Cree and English language TV show.