Hi, I’m a freelance 2D animator with a strong ability to adapt to different art styles and create charming, engaging animations tailored to each project. I can also work for Visdev & Character Design and Storyboard. I bring ideas to life by turning text into vibrant characters and immersive worlds. With a strong sense of how storytelling shapes design and layout, I create visuals that resonate with audiences. Known for creativity, adaptability, and clear artistic vision, I’m excited to grow and contribute as part of a dynamic team. Recently, I completed my thesis short film, Cosmicat—a story about cats who turn out to be aliens that once tried to conquer Earth. I put a lot of thought into the story and worldbuilding, and I’d love for you to check it out. I dedicated myself to the whole production process, including storyboarding, character design, and animation: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ If there are any projects I could contribute to, I’d be excited to bring my best work and creativity to the team. Here’s my portfolio for more examples of my work: hyeonjioh.myportfolio.com

Hyeonji Oh

Hi, I’m a freelance 2D animator with a strong ability to adapt to different art styles and create charming, engaging animations tailored to each project. I can also work for Visdev & Character Design and Storyboard. I bring ideas to life by turning text into vibrant characters and immersive worlds. With a strong sense of how storytelling shapes design and layout, I create visuals that resonate with audiences. Known for creativity, adaptability, and clear artistic vision, I’m excited to grow and contribute as part of a dynamic team. Recently, I completed my thesis short film, Cosmicat—a story about cats who turn out to be aliens that once tried to conquer Earth. I put a lot of thought into the story and worldbuilding, and I’d love for you to check it out. I dedicated myself to the whole production process, including storyboarding, character design, and animation: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ If there are any projects I could contribute to, I’d be excited to bring my best work and creativity to the team. Here’s my portfolio for more examples of my work: hyeonjioh.myportfolio.com

Available to hire

Hi, I’m a freelance 2D animator with a strong ability to adapt to different art styles and create charming, engaging animations tailored to each project.
I can also work for Visdev & Character Design and Storyboard.
I bring ideas to life by turning text into vibrant characters and immersive worlds.

With a strong sense of how storytelling shapes design and layout, I create visuals that resonate with audiences. Known for creativity, adaptability, and clear artistic vision, I’m excited to grow and contribute as part of a dynamic team.

Recently, I completed my thesis short film, Cosmicat—a story about cats who turn out to be aliens that once tried to conquer Earth. I put a lot of thought into the story and worldbuilding, and I’d love for you to check it out.
I dedicated myself to the whole production process, including storyboarding, character design, and animation:
Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

If there are any projects I could contribute to, I’d be excited to bring my best work and creativity to the team.

Here’s my portfolio for more examples of my work:
hyeonjioh.myportfolio.com

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Language

English
Fluent
Korean
Fluent

Work Experience

Character & Prop Design Intern at Spin Master
August 31, 2023 - August 12, 2025
Worked as a Character & Prop Designer creating designs for unannounced TV shows, collaborating closely with Art Directors to ensure style and functionality.
Prop Design Leader at 3D Student Group Film
April 30, 2024 - August 12, 2025
Led the prop design team for the 3D short film 'Miss You', ensuring style consistency. Created character and prop assets based on the script and contributed across 3D animation, character modeling, texturing, and compositing for final polish in After Effects.
Producer/Director at Sheridan Thesis Film
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced and directed the 2D short film 'Cosmicat' from concept to delivery, managing every stage including scriptwriting, storyboarding, visual development, 2D animation, compositing, directing color assistants, and overseeing sound design.
Prop Design Leader at 3D Student Group Film
April 1, 2024 - September 12, 2025
Led the prop design team to ensure style consistency; Created character and prop assets based on the script; Worked across 3D animation, character modeling, and texturing; Enhanced the film’s visual tone through compositing and final polish in After Effects.
Character & Prop Designer Intern at Spin Master
August 31, 2023 - September 12, 2025
Created prop & character designs for unannounced TV shows at Spin Master, working closely with Art Directors to ensure style and functionality.
Producer/ Director at Sheridan Thesis Film
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced and directed an animated short from concept to delivery, handling every stage of production, including script, storyboard, visual development, 2D animation, and compositing. Directed color assistants and oversaw sound design.
Prop Design Leader at 3D Student Group Film
April 1, 2024 - September 12, 2025
Led the prop design team to ensure style consistency; created character and prop assets based on the script; contributed to 3D animation, character modeling, texturing, and enhanced the film’s visual tone through compositing and final polish in After Effects.
Character & Prop Design Intern at Spin Master (Hybrid), Toronto, ON
August 31, 2023 - September 12, 2025
Worked as a Character & Prop Designer; created prop & character designs for unannounced TV shows, collaborating with Art Directors to ensure style and functionality.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Animation at Sheridan College
September 4, 2021 - April 25, 2025
Honours Bachelor of Animation at Sheridan College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Honours Bachelor of Animation at Sheridan College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Spin Master Scholarship Program - The “Future of Play Scholarship”
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
24Hours Animation Contest 2022 - 1st Winning Team
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Spin Master Scholarship Program - The Future of Play Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
24Hours Animation Contest 2022 - 1st Winning Team
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Spin Master Scholarship Program - The Future of Play Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - September 12, 2025
24Hours Animation Contest 2022 - 1st Winning Team
January 1, 2022 - September 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education
    uniE608 Cosmicat Short Film
    This is my graduation film project at Sheridan College. It's all about the story of cats who were actually aliens that once came to conquer Earth—starting its journey as a god in ancient Egypt! You can find the full film on my portfolio site. animator filmdirector characterdesign storyboard
    uniE621 Forest Children and the Cave Explorers
    Three different time ranges of the environments characterdesigner visdev visualdevelopment illustrator
    uniE621 Character Explorations
    Different styles of Character Design. designer characterdesign conceptart visdev
    uniE621 The spy team
    The spy team concept art and the brief character sheet. designer characterdesign conceptart visdev