I am Ian Bean, a passionate animator and multimedia artist based in Philadelphia, PA. I specialize in animation, voice acting, illustration, and film directing, working on original projects that showcase my creativity and collaborative skills. My journey includes developing hand-drawn animations and self-publishing development books for animation series concepts. I enjoy freelancing across photography, illustration, and animation while actively recruiting customers and maintaining client rapport. I have experience directing and producing live-action shorts, PSAs, and documentaries for schools and businesses, as well as contributing voice acting to multiple animation projects. I am driven by storytelling and visual development, continuously expanding my skills in media and entertainment.

Ian Bean

I am Ian Bean, a passionate animator and multimedia artist based in Philadelphia, PA. I specialize in animation, voice acting, illustration, and film directing, working on original projects that showcase my creativity and collaborative skills. My journey includes developing hand-drawn animations and self-publishing development books for animation series concepts. I enjoy freelancing across photography, illustration, and animation while actively recruiting customers and maintaining client rapport. I have experience directing and producing live-action shorts, PSAs, and documentaries for schools and businesses, as well as contributing voice acting to multiple animation projects. I am driven by storytelling and visual development, continuously expanding my skills in media and entertainment.

Available to hire

I am Ian Bean, a passionate animator and multimedia artist based in Philadelphia, PA. I specialize in animation, voice acting, illustration, and film directing, working on original projects that showcase my creativity and collaborative skills. My journey includes developing hand-drawn animations and self-publishing development books for animation series concepts.

I enjoy freelancing across photography, illustration, and animation while actively recruiting customers and maintaining client rapport. I have experience directing and producing live-action shorts, PSAs, and documentaries for schools and businesses, as well as contributing voice acting to multiple animation projects. I am driven by storytelling and visual development, continuously expanding my skills in media and entertainment.

See more

Work Experience

Creator and Director at Original Projects
May 1, 2022 - Present
Directed and collaborated on multiple animated short films and series, including 'Blowing Smoke', 'Off the Deep End', and 'Wiz Kid'. Responsible for screenplays, storyboards, and original songs and music work. Collaborated with voice actors, musicians, and sound designers on these featured projects showcased in festivals and curated exhibits.
Lead Voice Actor at LumpKurse
May 1, 2023 - Present
Provided lead voice acting for 'Ulcer Boy' clean-up animation and voiced characters in 'Coincidental Heist: Its Blu Wolf', 'This Strange Planet: Joyce Lin', and 'Tumble Down and Die: Smak!'.

Education

BFA at U Arts / Moore College of Art and Design, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Lawrence High School / MCC, Lawrenceville, NJ
September 1, 2017 - June 1, 2021

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization