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Hi, I’m Kanae Morton. I bring a decade of experience in visual effects roto artistry, primarily throughout high-end film and TV pipelines, including on-site work for Apple. I thrive in fast-paced environments, manage complex tasks with pixel-level accuracy, and enjoy collaborating with CG teams to deliver seamless composites.
I am passionate about storytelling through imagery and love solving creative and technical challenges, from rotoscoping to color matching, across 2D and 3D workflows. When I’m not on a project, I enjoy refining my craft and sharing techniques with peers to keep elevating the quality of visual effects.
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Language
English
Fluent
Japanese
Fluent
Work Experience
Roto/Paint Artist at Pro Unlimited (onsite at Apple)
October 1, 2023 - PresentRoto and paint artist on Apple projects; responsible for roto and paint tasks across projects under NDA.
Roto Artist at Apple Flame Artist’s Roto Assist
October 1, 2017 - PresentRoto artist supporting Flame Artist’s roto tasks in Los Angeles; NDA projects.
Roto Artist at Mr Wolf Studios
October 1, 2017 - September 29, 2025Roto artist on various projects.
Roto Artist at Digital Domain
April 1, 2011 - September 29, 2025Roto artist on projects including Sony, Two Worlds (stereoscopic).
Roto Artist at Studio Pho
July 1, 2010 - September 29, 2025Roto artist on various projects.
Roto Artist at Motion Theory
June 1, 2010 - September 29, 2025Roto artist for commercials and music videos; projects include Katy Perry, Black Eyed Peas, Green Day; additional campaigns for NFL, Samsung, Lexus, Comcast, CVS, BET.
Roto Artist at Digital Domain
February 1, 2009 - September 29, 2025Roto artist on Lincoln, Coors campaigns (Dec 2008 - Feb 2009).
Roto Artist at Motion Theory
November 1, 2008 - September 29, 2025Roto artist for Honda, Hewlett-Packard, Nintendo, NCAA; Sep 2008 - Nov 2008.
Compositing/Paint/Roto Artist at Riot
May 1, 2008 - September 29, 2025Film projects: various; commercial roto/paint/compositing work.
Compositing/Paint/Roto Artist at Zoic Studios
April 1, 2008 - September 29, 2025TV projects including Untitled Maggie Friedman, Sarah Connor Chronicles Pilot, Chuck Pilot, Nexium.
Roto/Paint Artist at Apple (Pro Unlimited on-site)
October 1, 2023 - PresentOn-site Roto/Paint Artist for Apple; Flame Artist’s Roto Assist; NDA projects; responsibilities include roto, paint, and assisting Flame-based compositing workflows.
Roto Artist at Apple Flame Artist’s Roto Assist
October 1, 2017 - PresentContractor for Apple; performed roto, paint, and 2D compositing tasks for various projects under NDA.
Roto Artist at Mr Wolf Studios
October 1, 2017 - September 29, 2025Roto/paint artist for multiple projects; NDA work and delivery of high-quality VFX elements.
Roto Artist at DIGITAL DOMAIN, Venice, CA
April 1, 2011 - September 29, 2025Project: Sony, “Two Worlds” (stereoscopic).
Roto Artist at Studio Pho, Culver City, CA
July 1, 2010 - September 29, 2025Projects: Various (NDA).
Roto Artist at Motion Theory, Venice, CA
June 1, 2010 - September 29, 2025Music Video work for Katy Perry, Black Eyed Peas, Green Day; Commercial projects: NFL, Samsung, Lexus, Comcast, CVS, BET.
Roto Artist at DIGITAL DOMAIN, Venice, CA
February 1, 2009 - September 29, 2025Projects: Lincoln, Coors.
Roto Artist at Motion Theory, Venice, CA
November 1, 2008 - September 29, 2025Projects: Honda, Hewlett-Packard, Nintendo, NCAA.
Compositing/Paint/Roto Artist at Riot
May 1, 2008 - September 29, 2025Film projects: The Time Traveler's Wife, Town Creek, Dark Is Rising; Commercials: ask.com.
Compositing/Paint/Roto Artist at Zoic Studios
April 1, 2008 - September 29, 2025TV Projects: Untitled Maggie Friedman, Sarah Connor Chronicles pilot, Chuck pilot, Nexium.
Roto Artist at Apple (via Pro Unlimited)
September 30, 2025 - September 29, 2025Onsite roto artist delivering precise mattes to support compositing; demonstrated focus, attention to detail, and persistence when handling complex tasks; collaborated with team under strict confidentiality and deadline-driven environments.
Caregiver (Personal Experience)
September 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025Provided consistent care for a child with severe autism, supporting daily routines and behavioral needs; gained insight into individualized care approaches for children on the spectrum.
Check-in Counter Agent at ANA
December 1, 2018 - September 29, 2025Strengthened conflict-resolution and interpersonal skills while helping diverse individuals at the LAX check-in counter.
Roto Artist (Freelance) at Multiple VFX studios and freelance
December 1, 2009 - September 29, 2025Produced precise mattes to support compositing and VFX pipeline across major studios and flame artists.
Child Care / Assistant at SMAP
March 1, 2005 - September 29, 2025Supported children's daily routines, learning activities, and social development in a classroom setting; assisted lead teachers with behavior management and fostering a safe, nurturing environment.
Roto/Paint Artist at Apple (on-site via Pro Unlimited)
October 1, 2023 - PresentRoto and paint duties on Apple projects, on-site in Culver City; NDA work; collaboration with Flame Roto Assist team.
Roto Artist at Apple
October 1, 2017 - PresentRoto artist on Apple projects, on-site in Los Angeles; NDA projects.
Roto Artist at Mr Wolf Studios
October 1, 2017 - September 29, 2025Roto artist on various projects (NDA).
Roto Artist at DIGITAL DOMAIN
April 1, 2011 - September 29, 2025Roto artist; project: Sony, 'Two Worlds' (stereoscopic).
Roto Artist at Studio Pho
July 1, 2010 - September 29, 2025Roto artist; projects: various (NDA).
Roto Artist at Motion Theory
June 1, 2010 - September 29, 2025Roto artist; music video: Katy Perry, Black Eyed Peas, Green Day; commercial projects: NFL, Samsung, Lexus, Comcast, CVS, BET.
Roto Artist at DIGITAL DOMAIN
February 1, 2009 - September 29, 2025Roto artist; projects: Lincoln, Coors.
Compositing/Paint/Roto Artist at Motion Theory
November 1, 2008 - September 29, 2025Projects: Honda, Hewlett-Packard, Nintendo, NCAA.
Compositing/Paint/Roto Artist at Riot
May 1, 2008 - September 29, 2025Film projects: The Time Traveler's Wife, Town Creek, Dark Is Rising; commercial projects: ask.com.
Compositing/Paint/Roto Artist at Zoic Studios
April 1, 2008 - September 29, 2025TV projects: Untitled Maggie Friedman, Sarah Connor Chronicles Pilot, Chuck Pilot, Nexium.
Education
Associate of Arts in 3D Animation at Santa Monica College, CA
January 1, 2002 - June 1, 2006Compositing Internship at Digital Domain
January 1, 2006 - June 1, 2006Certification in Compositing with After Effects & Shake at Gnomon School of Visual Effects, CA
May 1, 2005 - November 1, 2005Associate of Arts in English Literature at Kobe Shoin College, Japan
April 1, 1997 - May 1, 1999Compositing Internship at Digital Domain
January 1, 2006 - June 1, 2006Associate of Arts in 3D Animation at Santa Monica College
January 1, 2002 - June 1, 2006Certification in Compositing with After Effects & Shake at Gnomon School of Visual Effects
May 1, 2005 - November 1, 2005Associate of Arts in English Literature at Kobe Shoin College
April 1, 1997 - May 1, 1999Associate of Arts in 3D Animation at Santa Monica College
January 1, 2002 - July 1, 2006Associate of Arts in 3D Animation at Santa Monica College
January 1, 2002 - June 1, 2006Certification in Compositing with After Effects & Shake at Gnomon School of Visual Effects
May 1, 2005 - November 1, 2005Associate of Arts in English Literature at Kobe Shoin College
April 1, 1997 - May 1, 1999Compositing Internship at Digital Domain
January 1, 2006 - June 1, 2006Qualifications
Certification in Compositing with After Effects & Shake
May 1, 2005 - November 1, 2005Certification in Compositing with After Effects & Shake
May 1, 2005 - November 1, 2005Certification in Compositing with After Effects & Shake
May 1, 2005 - November 1, 2005Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Other
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