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Hi, I'm Sophie Naso, a passionate visual development artist with a growing career in animation and background design. Currently, I collaborate with animation studios and work on independent films, focusing on story-driven environments, character design, and color storytelling. I thrive in creative team environments where brainstorming and adhering to deadlines help bring ideas to life. With experience leading teams and managing customer experiences in retail, I bring strong leadership and organizational skills to my creative projects. I'm currently pursuing a BFA in Entertainment Art and Animation and look forward to expanding my portfolio and skills in animation and concept art.…Hi, I'm Sophie Naso, a passionate visual development artist with a growing career in animation and background design. Currently, I collaborate with animation studios and work on independent films, focusing on story-driven environments, character design, and color storytelling. I thrive in creative team environments where brainstorming and adhering to deadlines help bring ideas to life. With experience leading teams and managing customer experiences in retail, I bring strong leadership and organizational skills to my creative projects. I'm currently pursuing a BFA in Entertainment Art and Animation and look forward to expanding my portfolio and skills in animation and concept art.

Sophie Naso

Animator, Background Designer, Concept Artist

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Hi, I'm Sophie Naso, a passionate visual development artist with a growing career in animation and background design. Currently, I collaborate with animation studios and work on independent films, focusing on story-driven environments, character design, and color storytelling. I thrive in creative team environments where brainstorming and adhering to deadlines help bring ideas to life. With experience leading teams and managing customer experiences in retail, I bring strong leadership and organizational skills to my creative projects. I'm currently pursuing a BFA in Entertainment Art and Animation and look forward to expanding my portfolio and skills in animation and concept art.…Hi, I'm Sophie Naso, a passionate visual development artist with a growing career in animation and background design. Currently, I collaborate with animation studios and work on independent films, focusing on story-driven environments, character design, and color storytelling. I thrive in creative team environments where brainstorming and adhering to deadlines help bring ideas to life. With experience leading teams and managing customer experiences in retail, I bring strong leadership and organizational skills to my creative projects. I'm currently pursuing a BFA in Entertainment Art and Animation and look forward to expanding my portfolio and skills in animation and concept art.

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Hi, I’m Sophie Naso, a passionate visual development artist with a growing career in animation and background design. Currently, I collaborate with animation studios and work on independent films, focusing on story-driven environments, character design, and color storytelling. I thrive in creative team environments where brainstorming and adhering to deadlines help bring ideas to life.

With experience leading teams and managing customer experiences in retail, I bring strong leadership and organizational skills to my creative projects. I’m currently pursuing a BFA in Entertainment Art and Animation and look forward to expanding my portfolio and skills in animation and concept art.

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Work Experience

Background Designer/Painter at Pending Animation Studios

December 1, 2023 - Present

Collaborate with team members for project brainstorming and execute ideas focusing on world building, environmental storytelling, and color story. Deliver concept designs for scripts, environments, props, and character design while adhering to deadlines and coordinating assignments with a team of nine background artists.

Customer Experience Manager at Michaels

February 1, 2022 - August 5, 2025

Led a team of 3-6 staff to accomplish goals, understood necessary objectives and devised strategic plans. Oversaw store operations to ensure safety, productivity, and a supportive work environment. Implemented new systems to boost sales, achieving an overall increase in sales percentages across a team of 20.

Freelance Designer at Self-employed

January 1, 2019 - Present

Create and execute designs for stickers, prints, and other visual assets based on client briefs in a freelance capacity.

Visual Development at Studio 105 Animation

March 1, 2024 - Present

Worked as part of a team to create cohesive tone and style for various animation projects. Developed character and environment designs based on story pitches.

Background Artist, Colorist at Independent Films - 'Bark Back'

December 1, 2023 - August 5, 2025

Contributed to background and color design for award-winning short comedy film about the relationship between a talking dog and his angry owner. Supported overall creative direction working with group members.

Creator at "Little and Big"

January 1, 2023 - Present

Created short films exploring the complexities of friendship through the story of a timid grizzly bear and a fiery young girl who learn to overcome their fears and discover what matters most.