I am a dedicated concept artist and animator with a strong background in character and prop design for film and web series projects. I thrive in collaborative environments, bringing creative visions to life through detailed concept art, storyboards, and animation. My experience spans indie projects and professional capstone films, where I have contributed to visual development and production coordination. With a passion for storytelling and visual arts, I have successfully directed a short animated film, managing a large team to achieve a cohesive aesthetic. I am skilled in various software tools and excel in communication, problem-solving, and project management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to high standards.

Mason Willie

I am a dedicated concept artist and animator with a strong background in character and prop design for film and web series projects. I thrive in collaborative environments, bringing creative visions to life through detailed concept art, storyboards, and animation. My experience spans indie projects and professional capstone films, where I have contributed to visual development and production coordination. With a passion for storytelling and visual arts, I have successfully directed a short animated film, managing a large team to achieve a cohesive aesthetic. I am skilled in various software tools and excel in communication, problem-solving, and project management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to high standards.

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I am a dedicated concept artist and animator with a strong background in character and prop design for film and web series projects. I thrive in collaborative environments, bringing creative visions to life through detailed concept art, storyboards, and animation. My experience spans indie projects and professional capstone films, where I have contributed to visual development and production coordination.

With a passion for storytelling and visual arts, I have successfully directed a short animated film, managing a large team to achieve a cohesive aesthetic. I am skilled in various software tools and excel in communication, problem-solving, and project management, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to high standards.

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Work Experience

Character and Prop Designer at Neon Meatgrinder: Bloodbath Exorcist Indie Series Pilot
June 1, 2025 - Present
Designed characters and props in pre-production to aid the production of the series.
Character, Layout, and Promo Artist at Exotic Escapade Indie Web Series
September 1, 2024 - Present
Produced character, environment, and promotional art for the upcoming release of the series online.
Layout Painter at Septik Necromation SCAD Capstone Film
May 31, 2025 - August 14, 2025
Painted layouts to fit the artistic direction provided by the director.
Producer at Gooby Shrillwaters on: Hell Hath No Memas SCAD Capstone Film
May 31, 2025 - August 14, 2025
Created schedules and assignments for artists to ensure film production within time parameters. Produced concept art, storyboards, layout art, and animation for the final film.
Director at Bust In Show Indie Short Film
July 31, 2025 - August 14, 2025
Gathered and directed a crew of over forty artists to create an aesthetically cohesive and complete animated short film in line with the script and director’s vision. Wrote a script to fit the film’s three-minute run-time alongside creating storyboards and concept art. Provided schedules, critiques, and expectations to the crew utilizing problem-solving and communication skills.
Concept Artist and Animator at Squiggles’ Cooking Club Student Short Film
March 31, 2024 - August 14, 2025
Provided concept art, animation, as well as scripted it to ensure quality production of the film.
Visual Development Artist at Split! SCAD Capstone Film
April 30, 2024 - August 14, 2025
Created color scripts and props to fit the visual style of the film.
Cashier at Winn Dixie
February 28, 2021 - August 14, 2025
Operated the register, restocked the store, and attended to customer service needs in the Winn Dixie store.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Animation with a Minor in Sequential Art at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Christ Episcopal School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Adobe Photoshop Certified
January 1, 2023 - August 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail