Hi, I'm Holly Reid, a passionate Motion Designer and Visual Effects Artist currently working at Disney Live Entertainment in Orlando, FL. I thrive in collaborative environments where I use every tool in my creative arsenal to deliver top-quality projects that bring magic behind the scenes of entertainment. My experience spans from extended internships to project-based positions, mastering tools like Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator to produce animations, composites, and visual effects that captivate audiences. In addition to my hands-on work, I have cultivated strong skills in storytelling through storyboards, animatics, and pitch decks as part of my education at Ringling College of Art and Design. I am enthusiastic about exploring all facets of visual communication, from character and vehicle design to innovative animation techniques. My background also includes leadership in volunteer roles and a commitment to community engagement, which enriches my collaborative and organizational abilities.

Holly Reid

Hi, I'm Holly Reid, a passionate Motion Designer and Visual Effects Artist currently working at Disney Live Entertainment in Orlando, FL. I thrive in collaborative environments where I use every tool in my creative arsenal to deliver top-quality projects that bring magic behind the scenes of entertainment. My experience spans from extended internships to project-based positions, mastering tools like Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator to produce animations, composites, and visual effects that captivate audiences. In addition to my hands-on work, I have cultivated strong skills in storytelling through storyboards, animatics, and pitch decks as part of my education at Ringling College of Art and Design. I am enthusiastic about exploring all facets of visual communication, from character and vehicle design to innovative animation techniques. My background also includes leadership in volunteer roles and a commitment to community engagement, which enriches my collaborative and organizational abilities.

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Hi, I’m Holly Reid, a passionate Motion Designer and Visual Effects Artist currently working at Disney Live Entertainment in Orlando, FL. I thrive in collaborative environments where I use every tool in my creative arsenal to deliver top-quality projects that bring magic behind the scenes of entertainment. My experience spans from extended internships to project-based positions, mastering tools like Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator to produce animations, composites, and visual effects that captivate audiences.

In addition to my hands-on work, I have cultivated strong skills in storytelling through storyboards, animatics, and pitch decks as part of my education at Ringling College of Art and Design. I am enthusiastic about exploring all facets of visual communication, from character and vehicle design to innovative animation techniques. My background also includes leadership in volunteer roles and a commitment to community engagement, which enriches my collaborative and organizational abilities.

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Work Experience

CT Visual Effects Artist at Disney Live Entertainment, Orlando, FL
July 1, 2025 - Present
Worked as a project-based Visual Effects Artist collaborating closely with the Visual Media Production Team. Gained insight into the magical behind-the-scenes processes that create entertainment in the park. Utilized all available tools to ensure project excellence. Worked effectively in group settings to quickly and efficiently roll out projects.
Visual Media Intern at Disney Live Entertainment, Orlando, FL
July 1, 2025 - August 21, 2025
Completed an extended internship with the Visual Media Production Team. Learned team-based behind-the-scenes processes that produce magical entertainment in the park. Used Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator. Tasks included rotoscoping, fixing logos, animating logos, compositing scenes, extending cell animation, color correcting, animating effects and characters. Assisted in troubleshooting and devising quick solutions for arising problems.
Motion Designer at Ringling College of Art and Design, Sarasota, FL
May 1, 2025 - August 21, 2025
Engaged in a coursework-based role conceiving storyboards, animatics, pitch decks, style frames, and final animations for various pitches. Outlined design direction for a collaborative animation project and executed complex animations via MOGRTs. Leveraged Adobe Creative Suite to rig and create 2.5D-style, rotoscoped experimental animations for special effects on diverse projects. Learned engaging video, animation editing, and media management for group collaborations.
Visual Designer at Ringling College of Art and Design, Sarasota, FL
May 1, 2025 - August 21, 2025
Learned various storytelling aspects including creation of in-depth mood boards, style guides, and story ideas for developing characters, vehicles, and game levels visually. Delivered several innovative ideas to clients and refined selected concepts to reach final deliverables.
Junior Ranger at DuPage Forest Preserve, Warrenville, IL
June 1, 2024 - August 21, 2025
Maintained all aspects of the forest preserve through cleaning campsites, painting benches and barrels, clearing paths, and picking up trash. Worked with recreational groups on events and boating safety. Led small crews on various projects ensuring they remained on track and productive.
Safari Leader at Dino Safari: A Drive Through Experience, Naperville, IL
July 1, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Led park guests through an immersive experience. Gained firsthand and behind-the-scenes knowledge of prop animatronics and their functions. First experience in pop-up entertainment design.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Motion Design at Ringling College of Art and Design, Sarasota, FL
September 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024
Undergraduate, Game Art and Design at Illinois Institute of Art, Chicago, IL
June 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018
Undergraduate at College of DuPage, DuPage, IL
August 1, 2018 - June 1, 2020

Qualifications

Silver ADDYs Award for Abstract Title Sequence
January 1, 2022 - August 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization