Hi, I’m Valerie, a 2D animator, concept artist and illustrator. I work as an independent freelance artist and have experience pitching projects, managing small teams, and navigating both pre-production and post-production stages. I love collaborating with diverse teams remotely, designing characters and props, and bringing stories to life through bold color, dynamic posing, and clear storytelling. My toolkit includes Maya, Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate, and Procreate Dreams, among others.…

Valerie Rene Alshech

Hi, I’m Valerie, a 2D animator, concept artist and illustrator. I work as an independent freelance artist and have experience pitching projects, managing small teams, and navigating both pre-production and post-production stages. I love collaborating with diverse teams remotely, designing characters and props, and bringing stories to life through bold color, dynamic posing, and clear storytelling. My toolkit includes Maya, Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate, and Procreate Dreams, among others.…

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Hi, I’m Valerie, a 2D animator, concept artist and illustrator. I work as an independent freelance artist and have experience pitching projects, managing small teams, and navigating both pre-production and post-production stages.

I love collaborating with diverse teams remotely, designing characters and props, and bringing stories to life through bold color, dynamic posing, and clear storytelling. My toolkit includes Maya, Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate, and Procreate Dreams, among others.

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Language

Hebrew (modern)
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Summer internships - 2D Animator and artist for Shark In The Suit at Shark in the Suit
April 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
- Animating short-form videos for social media. - Developing engaging character animations. - Remotely collaborating with a multidisciplinary team from all over the world. - Taking on independent roles within the team such as background art and illustration. - Experience in 2D prop design and stylised character art. - Experience in the pre-production process and post production process for animation.
Animation and VFX Student Representative, Norwich University of the Arts at Norwich University of the Arts
October 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
- Partnered with the Students’ Union to support governance and campaigns. - Led meetings and presentations, executing solutions to identified problems. - Led communication between University staff and students, overseeing Student Forums, - Rep Groups, and meetings.
Standard Chartered Ventures Entrepreneurship (SCV) Program at Standard Chartered
February 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
- Directed concept illustration for pitch presentations, including web design layout, marketing, and branding for a startup. Participated in a competitive 8-month program focused on venture capital and entrepreneurship. - Presented business proposals to investors at PayPal and SCV, honing public speaking and presentation skills. - Led a team of 3, demonstrating leadership, project management, and team coordination.
2D Animator and Artist at Shark In The Suit
September 1, 2025 - October 5, 2025
Remote internship focusing on creating short-form social media animations; developing engaging character animations; collaborated with a multidisciplinary team worldwide; contributed as background art and illustration; gained experience in 2D prop design and stylised character art; involved in both pre-production and post-production stages of animation.
Animation and VFX Student Representative at Norwich University of the Arts
September 1, 2025 - October 5, 2025
Supported governance and campaigns; led meetings and presentations; led communication between staff and students; oversaw Student Forums, Rep Groups, and meetings.
SCV Program Participant at Standard Chartered Ventures Entrepreneurship (SCV) Program
September 1, 2023 - October 5, 2025
Directed concept illustration for pitch presentations, including web design layout, marketing, and branding for a startup. Participated in an 8-month program focused on venture capital and entrepreneurship. Presented business proposals to investors at PayPal and SCV. Led a team of 3, demonstrating leadership, project management, and team coordination.

Education

BA (Hons) Animation - Norwich University of the Arts, UK at Norwich University of the Arts
September 16, 2024 - September 20, 2027
Tanglin Trust School / A-Level at Tanglin Trust School
August 20, 2022 - June 20, 2024
A-Level English Language A-Level Politics A-Level Design and Technology/Product Design
BA (Hons) Animation at Norwich University of the Arts, UK
September 16, 2024 - October 5, 2025
A-Level (Product Design / Design and Technology, Politics, English Language) at Tanglin Trust School
August 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024
2D Animation Course at LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Vice-Chancellor’s UG Scholarship
September 16, 2024 - October 20, 2027
Awarded for outstanding academic achievement and recognized as a prestigious scholarship supporting undergraduate students at the university.
Certificate of Completion of 2D Animation Course at LASALLE College of the Arts Singapore
June 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
Granted to students who demonstrate exceptional skill in an intensive 2D animation course, showcasing proficiency in animation techniques and principles.
Vice-Chancellor’s UG Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - October 5, 2025
Certificate of Completion of 2D Animation Course
January 11, 2030 - October 5, 2025

Industry Experience

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