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I am an innovative Latina-Arab animator and artist from Washington, DC, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2D Animation from Pratt Institute. With 5 years of professional animation experience and 10 years in fine arts, I specialize in 2D animation, clay painting, experimental animation, design, illustration, gallery curation, and performance art. My work blends 2D animation and clay painting to offer a unique perspective through the female gaze, serving as a mirror that encourages viewers to confront their own biases and discomforts. By pushing the boundaries of conventional storytelling, I strive to challenge norms and contribute to a more inclusive world, creating the art I wished I had seen as a child.…I am an innovative Latina-Arab animator and artist from Washington, DC, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2D Animation from Pratt Institute. With 5 years of professional animation experience and 10 years in fine arts, I specialize in 2D animation, clay painting, experimental animation, design, illustration, gallery curation, and performance art. My work blends 2D animation and clay painting to offer a unique perspective through the female gaze, serving as a mirror that encourages viewers to confront their own biases and discomforts. By pushing the boundaries of conventional storytelling, I strive to challenge norms and contribute to a more inclusive world, creating the art I wished I had seen as a child.

Isabela Fraga-Abaza

Animator, Film Director, Content Creator, +5

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I am an innovative Latina-Arab animator and artist from Washington, DC, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2D Animation from Pratt Institute. With 5 years of professional animation experience and 10 years in fine arts, I specialize in 2D animation, clay painting, experimental animation, design, illustration, gallery curation, and performance art. My work blends 2D animation and clay painting to offer a unique perspective through the female gaze, serving as a mirror that encourages viewers to confront their own biases and discomforts. By pushing the boundaries of conventional storytelling, I strive to challenge norms and contribute to a more inclusive world, creating the art I wished I had seen as a child.…I am an innovative Latina-Arab animator and artist from Washington, DC, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2D Animation from Pratt Institute. With 5 years of professional animation experience and 10 years in fine arts, I specialize in 2D animation, clay painting, experimental animation, design, illustration, gallery curation, and performance art. My work blends 2D animation and clay painting to offer a unique perspective through the female gaze, serving as a mirror that encourages viewers to confront their own biases and discomforts. By pushing the boundaries of conventional storytelling, I strive to challenge norms and contribute to a more inclusive world, creating the art I wished I had seen as a child.

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I am an innovative Latina-Arab animator and artist from Washington, DC, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2D Animation from Pratt Institute. With 5 years of professional animation experience and 10 years in fine arts, I specialize in 2D animation, clay painting, experimental animation, design, illustration, gallery curation, and performance art. My work blends 2D animation and clay painting to offer a unique perspective through the female gaze, serving as a mirror that encourages viewers to confront their own biases and discomforts.

By pushing the boundaries of conventional storytelling, I strive to challenge norms and contribute to a more inclusive world, creating the art I wished I had seen as a child.

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Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Director at Various Clients including Meta and Figworld NYC

January 1, 2024 - Present

Lead the creation of short-form animated content from concept to final delivery, collaborating with clients ranging from major brands to local businesses. Responsible for all production aspects including storyboarding, animation, editing, and sound design.

Content Creator and Event Organizer at Nabiha, El Secreto De Rosita

January 1, 2024 - Present

Created promotional graphics and organized events for two high-end restaurants, including one Michelin Guide-awarded venue. Designed and produced flyers, promotional animations, videos, and graphics to enhance branding and marketing. Contributed to record-breaking net sales through events organized.

Intern at David Daniels

December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025

Supported preservation of Stratacut animations and helped establish connections with Pratt Institute. Managed social media growing followers to 40k in 2 months. Organized and installed David Daniels' first solo show in 40 years.

Weartester at NikeCraft - Tom Sachs

December 31, 2021 - August 1, 2025

Tested and documented the durability of Tom Sachs Mars Yard Rover Nike shoes. Debuted an oil painting alongside the project at Rockefeller Center and participated in creative sessions with Tom Sachs.

Waitress at Susheria

December 31, 2021 - August 1, 2025

Provided exemplary customer service in a high-end restaurant environment, enhancing hospitality skills and patience.

Freelance Director at Self-employed

January 1, 2024 - Present

Lead the creation of short-form animated content from concept to final delivery. Collaborated with a range of clients, from major brands like Meta to local businesses such as Figworld NYC, delivering visually compelling advertisements tailored to each brand’s identity. Responsible for all aspects of production, including storyboarding, animation, editing, and sound design.

Content Creator and Event Organizer at Nabiha, El Secreto De Rosita

January 1, 2024 - Present

Created promotional graphics and organized events to enhance branding and guest experiences for two high-end restaurants, including a Michelin Guide-awarded venue. Designed and produced flyers, promotional animations, videos, and graphics to boost branding and marketing efforts. Organized and executed events and parties ensuring seamless coordination and memorable experiences, contributing to record-breaking net sales through the events organized.

Intern at David Daniels

January 1, 2022 - Present

Supported and learned the preservation of Strata-cut animations from David Daniels, the inventor of Strata-cut. Helped establish connections with Pratt Institute, assisted in setting up the inaugural Strataganza event, managed social media growth to 40k followers in 2 months, successfully helped make strata-cut animation trend and inspired a new generation of animators to learn this technique. Assisted organizing and installing Daniels's first solo show in 40 years in Los Angeles.

Weartester Nike Craft - Tom Sachs at Nike Craft - Tom Sachs

December 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025

Tested and documented the durability of Tom Sachs Mars Yard Rover 2.5 Nike shoes. Debuted an oil painting alongside the project at Rockefeller Center. Participated in creative sessions with Tom Sachs and deepened understanding of the relationship between art and health.

Waitress at Various High-end Restaurants, Washington, DC

December 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025

Provided exemplary customer service in high-end restaurant environments, enhancing hospitality skills and patience.