I am a passionate 3D animator with specialized training from Vancouver Film School and Sheridan College, and over four years of experience teaching 3D animation techniques. I excel in character performance, pipeline workflows, and visual storytelling, and I thrive in collaborative studio environments. I have deep knowledge of Maya, including animation and Python scripting, and I continually adapt to new techniques to help students build production-ready skills and translate classroom learning to real-world film, games, and VFX pipelines.…

Jinho Cheong

I am a passionate 3D animator with specialized training from Vancouver Film School and Sheridan College, and over four years of experience teaching 3D animation techniques. I excel in character performance, pipeline workflows, and visual storytelling, and I thrive in collaborative studio environments. I have deep knowledge of Maya, including animation and Python scripting, and I continually adapt to new techniques to help students build production-ready skills and translate classroom learning to real-world film, games, and VFX pipelines.…

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I am a passionate 3D animator with specialized training from Vancouver Film School and Sheridan College, and over four years of experience teaching 3D animation techniques. I excel in character performance, pipeline workflows, and visual storytelling, and I thrive in collaborative studio environments.

I have deep knowledge of Maya, including animation and Python scripting, and I continually adapt to new techniques to help students build production-ready skills and translate classroom learning to real-world film, games, and VFX pipelines.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Online Instructor at VCAD Digital Arts School
October 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Instructed 6–30 students per cohort in fundamentals-to-advanced 3D animation courses, covering core principles (timing, spacing, weight, anticipation, follow-through) using Maya and industry best practices. Created and delivered live demonstrations, lectures, and personalized critiques that helped students build production-ready animation skills. Adapted curriculum to diverse learner needs while maintaining high engagement in a fully remote environment. Stayed current with evolving 3D techniques to prepare students for real-world film, games, and VFX pipelines. Taught courses that included Toon Boom Harmony and 2D animation principles.
Full Time Missionary at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
February 1, 2013 - February 1, 2015
Volunteered full time with an accompanying associate for 2 years, proselyting Christianity.

Education

3D Animation Course at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2017 - May 18, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Animation at Sheridan College Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences
January 1, 2013 - May 18, 2026

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Industry Experience

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