Hi, I’m Amy McCann. I’m a Pittsburgh-based graphic designer and animator specializing in graphic design, illustration, animation, and social media content that helps brands stand out. I enjoy turning ideas into visually engaging stories across print, digital, and web media. I’m collaborative, detail-oriented, and adaptable, comfortable juggling multiple projects—from logos and branding guides to stop-motion fabrication and web comics—while keeping a positive mindset and strong communication with teammates.

Amy McCann

Hi, I’m Amy McCann. I’m a Pittsburgh-based graphic designer and animator specializing in graphic design, illustration, animation, and social media content that helps brands stand out. I enjoy turning ideas into visually engaging stories across print, digital, and web media. I’m collaborative, detail-oriented, and adaptable, comfortable juggling multiple projects—from logos and branding guides to stop-motion fabrication and web comics—while keeping a positive mindset and strong communication with teammates.

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Hi, I’m Amy McCann. I’m a Pittsburgh-based graphic designer and animator specializing in graphic design, illustration, animation, and social media content that helps brands stand out. I enjoy turning ideas into visually engaging stories across print, digital, and web media.

I’m collaborative, detail-oriented, and adaptable, comfortable juggling multiple projects—from logos and branding guides to stop-motion fabrication and web comics—while keeping a positive mindset and strong communication with teammates.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Social Media Manager at Black Cat Market
August 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Updating company Instagram, TikTok, and website; writing engaging biographies of the animals and finalizing them in Canva; creating and editing content for social media platforms
Graphic Designer at Innovative Controls Inc.
June 1, 2025 - Present
Batch nesting multiple print files; proof generation for custom orders; file creation and artwork management in various languages; typesetting and proof-reading; template and color management of industrial warning labels
Graphic Designer at Jam Roll Studios
July 1, 2024 - Present
Villian$con | Marvel Super Heroes: What the--?! 1) Designing multiple banners for ComiCon style gag 2) Creating logo for fake restaurant 3) Sculpting miniature kabobs that feature unusual meat products such as an eyeball, giant crab claw, etc.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designing new logos and merchandise (shirts, stickers, etc.); putting together branding guides; designing new printed and digital media; updating company websites with HTML, CSS
Stop-motion Fabricator at Digital Wizards
January 1, 2019 - September 16, 2025
Tech Deck Dudes (short film): assist in constructing sets, finalize set and prop placement, detailing on sets and props; Flush Force (short film): sculpting miniature props and painting sets to achieve an 'atomic' look
Customer Service Specialist at Best Buy
January 1, 2018 - September 16, 2025
Scheduling maintenance and delivery for clients; operating with various databases and familiar with POS
Stop-motion Fabricator at Fonco Studios
January 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Mold-making; cleaning recently cast sculpts; creating full-sized sets; painting and organizing sets
Webcomic Creator/Artist at Daughter of Lilies
January 1, 2017 - Present
webcomic
Art Intern at Digital Twigs
June 1, 2016 - Present
General research and supply runs for team and studio; organizing the art department’s equipment; constructing large and miniature set pieces for commercials and animated shorts
Stop-motion Fabricator at Brad Pattullo Animation
January 1, 2016 - September 16, 2025
Sesame Street: G is for Games! (animated music video) - sculpting multiple backgrounds; Polybius (short) - constructing and painting miniature props and props for the desk; Indian Ate the Woodchuck (animated music video) - building a miniature violin and guitars with working strings; Felting ‘skin’ onto puppets

Education

Associates in Science - Graphic Design at Community College of Allegheny County
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts - Animation at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

American Institute of Graphic Arts
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Pittsburgh Society of Illustrators
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Women in Animation
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Digital Advertising Certified
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
HubSpot
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
AMA Momentum Program
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Retail