Hi! I’m Shaelina Cappleman, a freelance artist specializing in 2D animation and character design. I collaborate with clients across indie game and publishing projects, delivering high-quality artwork on tight deadlines and communicating clearly to bring ideas to life. I love turning concepts into polished visuals, from storyboards to final assets. I’m actively involved in the gaming community as a volunteer moderator, organizing events and helping maintain a positive user experience for a 240,000+ member indie game fan community. Portfolio site: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

Shaelina Cappleman

Hi! I’m Shaelina Cappleman, a freelance artist specializing in 2D animation and character design. I collaborate with clients across indie game and publishing projects, delivering high-quality artwork on tight deadlines and communicating clearly to bring ideas to life. I love turning concepts into polished visuals, from storyboards to final assets. I’m actively involved in the gaming community as a volunteer moderator, organizing events and helping maintain a positive user experience for a 240,000+ member indie game fan community. Portfolio site: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

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Hi! I’m Shaelina Cappleman, a freelance artist specializing in 2D animation and character design. I collaborate with clients across indie game and publishing projects, delivering high-quality artwork on tight deadlines and communicating clearly to bring ideas to life. I love turning concepts into polished visuals, from storyboards to final assets.

I’m actively involved in the gaming community as a volunteer moderator, organizing events and helping maintain a positive user experience for a 240,000+ member indie game fan community.

Portfolio site: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Chinese
Intermediate

Work Experience

2D Illustrator at Self-employed / Freelance
September 29, 2020 - Present
Conceptualized and illustrated 2D animation, walk cycles and character movement; created 2D digital illustrations and character designs for children's books and promotional game art; produced banners and cover art for Steam store displays; collaborated with clients to ensure final product quality and delivered within deadlines. Invited as an artist at Festival Mack 7, exhibiting original digital artwork as prints and stickers to a diverse audience.
Administrator/ Graphic Designer at Signs by McDougall
November 11, 2024 - Present
Managed administrative and accounting work in Quickbooks Pro. Designed proof printing and engraving layouts sent for client approval in CorelDraw. Utilizing graphics software to create clean and readable designs. Verified order accuracy, completed production, and packaged finished products for shipment

Education

2D Animation: Walk Cycles & Character Movement at Animation Mentor
May 4, 2024 - June 8, 2024
A one month 2D animation course consisting of 5 hands-on assignments each week that showcase the fundamentals of movement and action.

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services
    paper Demo Reel 2025

    3 minute demo reel showcasing my 2D animation work and independent projects!