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Hi, I’m Emily Donovan, a passionate Senior 3D Animator based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Over the years, I’ve led animation teams to create high-quality animations for television and virtual reality, always focusing on bringing creative visions to life while mentoring and supporting my colleagues. I love collaborating with directors and other departments to ensure smooth production flow and top-notch final products.
I specialize in 3D animation using Autodesk Maya, Unity, and other animation tools. I’m deeply committed to continuous learning and sharing knowledge, from creating tutorials to refining workflows. If you’re looking for an experienced animator who values teamwork and quality, I’m eager to contribute my skills and creativity to your projects.
Experience Level
Work Experience
Lead Animator at I O M Media
June 1, 2019 - September 3, 2025Led and managed a team of animators, using project management software to efficiently oversee episode production, monitor team progress, and ensure timely delivery of episodes meeting high-quality standards. Prepared shot packages and provided mentorship and guidance to refine animator skills. Created high-quality animation for television by closely following storyboards and directors' notes to bring creative visions to life.
Lead Animator at I O M Media
April 1, 2022 - September 3, 2025Led and managed a team of animators, using project management software to efficiently oversee episode production, monitor team progress, and ensure timely delivery of episodes meeting high-quality standards. Prepared shot packages and provided mentorship and guidance to refine animator skills. Created high-quality animation for television by closely following storyboards and directors' notes to bring creative visions to life.
Lead Animator at I O M Media
June 1, 2023 - PresentLed and managed a team of animators, using project management software to efficiently oversee episode production, monitor team progress, and ensure timely delivery of episodes meeting high-quality standards. Prepared shot packages and provided mentorship and guidance to refine animator skills. Created high-quality animation for television by closely following storyboards and directors' notes to bring creative visions to life.
Senior Animator at ICON Creative Studio
June 1, 2023 - September 3, 2025Created polished television animation by following storyboards and incorporating director’s notes. Completed all client revisions to ensure quality and attention to detail in every frame. Collaborated with team members to meet deadlines and shared advice and tips to enhance workflow and efficiency.
Senior Animator at Huminah Huminah Animation
June 1, 2021 - September 3, 2025Produced high-quality television animation by following storyboards and incorporating director's notes to ensure every detail met the desired vision. Led and supported an animation team, helping them stay on track to meet project goals. Created tutorials to help animators learn new skills and use Maya animation tools, improving their workflow. Reviewed animation and worked closely with the director to provide constructive feedback, ensuring high-quality standards. Collaborated with other departments to troubleshoot and resolve pipeline and technical issues for smooth production flow.
Senior Animator at Silverback Games
February 1, 2021 - September 3, 2025Created realistic animations for virtual reality, including recording and editing motion capture to contribute to the overall experience. Tested animations in Unity to identify and resolve issues, ensuring seamless integration between software.
Lead Animator at IO Media
June 1, 2019 - September 3, 2025Led and managed a team of animators using project management software to oversee episode production efficiently. Monitored team progress and ensured each episode was delivered on time and met high quality standards. Prepared shot packages for animators and ensured they had everything needed to complete their tasks. Provided guidance and mentorship to animators to help refine and enhance their skills. Created high-quality animation for television by closely following storyboards and incorporating the director’s notes to bring the vision to life.
Lead Animator at IO Media
April 1, 2022 - September 3, 2025Led and managed a team of animators using project management software to oversee episode production efficiently. Monitored team progress and ensured each episode was delivered on time and met high quality standards. Prepared shot packages for animators and ensured they had everything needed to complete their tasks. Provided guidance and mentorship to animators to help refine and enhance their skills. Created high-quality animation for television by closely following storyboards and incorporating the director’s notes to bring the vision to life.
Lead Animator at IO Media
June 1, 2023 - PresentLed and managed a team of animators using project management software to oversee episode production efficiently. Monitored team progress and ensured each episode was delivered on time and met high quality standards. Prepared shot packages for animators and ensured they had everything needed to complete their tasks. Provided guidance and mentorship to animators to help refine and enhance their skills. Created high-quality animation for television by closely following storyboards and incorporating the director’s notes to bring the vision to life.
Senior Animator at ICON Creative Studio
June 1, 2023 - September 3, 2025Created polished animations for television by following storyboards and incorporating the director's notes, completing all client revisions to ensure quality and attention to detail. Collaborated with team members to meet deadlines and supported others by sharing advice and tips to enhance workflow and efficiency.
Senior Animator at Huminah Huminah Animation
June 1, 2021 - September 3, 2025Produced high-quality television animation by following storyboards and director’s notes to ensure every detail met the desired vision. Led and supported an animation team, helping them stay on track and meet project goals throughout the production process. Created tutorials to help animators learn new skills and use animation tools in Maya, improving their workflow. Reviewed animation and worked closely with the director to provide constructive feedback, ensuring high-quality standards were met. Collaborated with other departments to troubleshoot and resolve pipeline and technical issues, ensuring smooth production flow.
Senior Animator at Silverback Games
February 1, 2021 - September 3, 2025Created realistic animations for VR, including recording and editing motion capture to contribute to the overall experience. Tested animations in Unity to identify and resolve any issues, ensuring seamless integration between software.
Education
Diploma in Animation at The Center for Arts and Technology
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025Diploma in Animation at The Center for Arts and Technology, Halifax NS
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Software & Internet
Experience Level
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