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Hi there! I’m Michelle Shumaker, a 2D animator and character designer with a passion for bringing stories to life through lively, expressive animation. I love collaborating with teams to take rough concepts, design assets, and polished frames from concept to completion.
Currently studying at SCAD with a focus on animation, I enjoy blending traditional design with digital tools like Toon Boom Harmony and Maya to deliver engaging visuals. I’m friendly, collaborative, and eager to contribute to creative projects across media and entertainment.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
at WELL CORE
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022Owner at KTNINC
May 1, 2022 - PresentManage business operations, product development, sales, inventory, and customer service. Develop promotional materials and build a social media presence to drive brand awareness. KTNInc offers merchandise of self-designed art.
Team Member at SCADPRO X Mayo Clinic
September 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024Team collaboration in researching, ideation, and prototyping through UX, illustration, graphic design, and animation. Weekly feedback sessions navigated challenges and strengthened teamwork. Participated in programs that gave back to the community through activities such as food and clothing drives or homeless shelter renovations.
Lead Animator at Cosmos Cuisine
February 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025Designed characters, directed and provided rough character animation, cleaning, colouring, and compositing.
Animator at Overgrown
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025Provided rough character animation.
Animator at Whittle Me This
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025Provided rough character animation.
Character Designer / Animator at Luenna: School of the Magi
March 1, 2025 - PresentProvided rough and cleaned character and effect animation, character design, and environmental design.
Animator / Character Designer at Hunting Grounds
March 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024Designed characters, props, and backgrounds; rough character animation, cleaning, coloring, and compositing; edited clips and refined timing.
Art Program Participant at Governor’s School Art Program at Middle Tennessee State University
January 1, 2020 - PresentParticipant at Governor’s School Art Program at Middle Tennessee State University
January 1, 2020 - PresentParticipated in a statewide art program; engaged in advanced art activities in Murfreesboro, TN.
at Overgrown
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025Provided rough character animation.
at Whittle Me This
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025Provided rough character animation.
at Luena: School of the Magi
March 1, 2025 - PresentProvided rough and cleaned character and effect animation, character design, and environmental design.
Program Participant at Governor’s School Art Program at Middle Tennessee State University
January 1, 2020 - PresentRough Character Animator at Overgrown
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025Provided rough character animation.
Rough Character Animator at Whittle Me This
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025Provided rough character animation.
Lead Animator at LUENNA: School of the Magi
March 1, 2025 - PresentLead animator; provided rough and cleaned character and effect animation, character design, and environmental design.
Education
at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2026 at Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2026 at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2026Qualifications
Dean’s List
January 1, 2022 - February 24, 2026Dean’s List
January 1, 2022 - February 24, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Gaming, Professional Services
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