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I am a seasoned animation director, motion designer, and educator with extensive experience in digital animation and visual effects. I specialize in animation, storyboarding, and visual storytelling, having worked on documentaries, feature films, TV series, music videos, and commercials for renowned clients such as UNICEF, Amnesty International, and Netflix. My passion lies in combining creative storytelling with cutting-edge animation techniques to deliver compelling visual narratives. Alongside my professional work, I have dedicated myself to teaching animation and digital arts at prestigious institutions including Pratt Institute and the University of Maryland Global Campus. I actively contribute to the animation community through workshops, artist talks, and jury service at international festivals, continually advancing my skills and sharing knowledge with emerging artists worldwide.…I am a seasoned animation director, motion designer, and educator with extensive experience in digital animation and visual effects. I specialize in animation, storyboarding, and visual storytelling, having worked on documentaries, feature films, TV series, music videos, and commercials for renowned clients such as UNICEF, Amnesty International, and Netflix. My passion lies in combining creative storytelling with cutting-edge animation techniques to deliver compelling visual narratives. Alongside my professional work, I have dedicated myself to teaching animation and digital arts at prestigious institutions including Pratt Institute and the University of Maryland Global Campus. I actively contribute to the animation community through workshops, artist talks, and jury service at international festivals, continually advancing my skills and sharing knowledge with emerging artists worldwide.

Yulia Ruditskaya

Animator, Animation Director, Art Director, +2

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I am a seasoned animation director, motion designer, and educator with extensive experience in digital animation and visual effects. I specialize in animation, storyboarding, and visual storytelling, having worked on documentaries, feature films, TV series, music videos, and commercials for renowned clients such as UNICEF, Amnesty International, and Netflix. My passion lies in combining creative storytelling with cutting-edge animation techniques to deliver compelling visual narratives. Alongside my professional work, I have dedicated myself to teaching animation and digital arts at prestigious institutions including Pratt Institute and the University of Maryland Global Campus. I actively contribute to the animation community through workshops, artist talks, and jury service at international festivals, continually advancing my skills and sharing knowledge with emerging artists worldwide.…I am a seasoned animation director, motion designer, and educator with extensive experience in digital animation and visual effects. I specialize in animation, storyboarding, and visual storytelling, having worked on documentaries, feature films, TV series, music videos, and commercials for renowned clients such as UNICEF, Amnesty International, and Netflix. My passion lies in combining creative storytelling with cutting-edge animation techniques to deliver compelling visual narratives. Alongside my professional work, I have dedicated myself to teaching animation and digital arts at prestigious institutions including Pratt Institute and the University of Maryland Global Campus. I actively contribute to the animation community through workshops, artist talks, and jury service at international festivals, continually advancing my skills and sharing knowledge with emerging artists worldwide.

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I am a seasoned animation director, motion designer, and educator with extensive experience in digital animation and visual effects. I specialize in animation, storyboarding, and visual storytelling, having worked on documentaries, feature films, TV series, music videos, and commercials for renowned clients such as UNICEF, Amnesty International, and Netflix. My passion lies in combining creative storytelling with cutting-edge animation techniques to deliver compelling visual narratives.

Alongside my professional work, I have dedicated myself to teaching animation and digital arts at prestigious institutions including Pratt Institute and the University of Maryland Global Campus. I actively contribute to the animation community through workshops, artist talks, and jury service at international festivals, continually advancing my skills and sharing knowledge with emerging artists worldwide.

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Adjunct Assistant Professor at Pratt Institute

January 1, 2021 - Present

Teaching Drawing for Animation I and II, Storyboarding and Storytelling, Animation Studio II, 2D Animation Senior Project Development and Production, Compositing & VFX. Contributing to the Department of Digital Arts and Animation with engaging and professional instruction.

Adjunct Associate Professor at University of Maryland Global Campus

January 1, 2023 - Present

Delivering Motion Design courses remotely to graphic design students, focusing on motion graphics and contemporary design techniques.

Motion Design Instructor at Made in NY Post Production Training Program

January 1, 2021 - Present

Teaching motion design and post-production techniques to aspiring professionals in New York City.

Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York Institute of Technology

January 1, 2024 - Present

Teaching Compositing & VFX and Portfolio & Professional Practices courses in the Department of Graphic Design.

Animation Instructor, Visual Design at European Humanities University

January 1, 2022 - Present

Remote teaching of animation topics to students at the European Humanities University in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Freelance Animation Director, Animator, Motion Designer, Art Director, Storyboard Artist, Illustrator, Graphic Designer at Freelance

January 1, 2015 - Present

Directed, animated, and designed motion and post VFX for documentaries, feature films, TV series, music videos, and commercials. Developed original animated series and short films for various clients, including UNICEF, Amnesty International, Nike, Adidas, and Netflix.

Lead Art Director, Co-Director, Animator, Compositor at DA Animation Studio

December 31, 2014 - August 20, 2025

Developed and co-directed series pilot; art directed, animated, edited, and composited episodes for a 2D animation TV show.

Freelance Director, Animator, Motion Designer, Art Director, Illustrator at Freelance

December 31, 2011 - August 20, 2025

Conceptualized, art directed, animated, and edited various animation, motion design, and commercial projects including broadcast design and music videos. Animated for TV series, short films, and documentary features; illustrated books and art directed interactive projects; designed visual identity for festivals, awards, brands, and non-profits.

Motion Designer, Animator, Art Director at TNT Design Department, TNT TV Channel

December 31, 2008 - August 20, 2025

Conceptualized, designed, produced, and animated broadcast identity, prime-time TV shows, promos, and original TV series including animation and live-action production.

Lead Motion Designer, Art Director at Belarusian State TV and Radio Company

December 31, 2007 - August 20, 2025

Led motion design department to conceptualize, design, produce, and animate broadcast identity, prime time TV shows, promos, specials, and documentary projects.

Motion Designer, Art Director at Minsk State TV Company

December 31, 2005 - August 20, 2025

Conceptualized, animated, and produced packaging for TV shows and channel identity, promos, and TV specials; designed print and outdoor promo materials.

Motion Designer, Art Director at Belarusian State TV and Radio Company

December 31, 2003 - August 20, 2025

Designed, produced, and animated prime-time TV shows, promos, and specials including animation and live-action production as well as print and outdoor advertising.

Art Director, Designer, Animator for Mobile Games at Incubus Game Development Studio

December 31, 2002 - August 20, 2025

Conceptualized, designed, and animated original mobile games.

Graphic Designer and Art Director at Minsk Art Gallery

December 31, 2001 - August 20, 2025

Designed and oversaw production of print, indoor, and outdoor advertising for commercial clients, identity for art exhibitions, special projects, and presentations.