Hi, I’m Tamara Kiteley, a Canadian digital artist and aspiring 2D animator based in Newmarket, Ontario. I’m currently pursuing the 2D Animation Arts Program at Seneca Polytechnic in Vaughan, with hands-on experience creating avatars, comics, and illustrations for indie projects. I’m passionate about collaborating with creative teams, refining my skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, Toon Boom, and storytelling through art, and I look forward to growing as an illustrator and animator in dynamic environments.

Tamara Kiteley

Hi, I’m Tamara Kiteley, a Canadian digital artist and aspiring 2D animator based in Newmarket, Ontario. I’m currently pursuing the 2D Animation Arts Program at Seneca Polytechnic in Vaughan, with hands-on experience creating avatars, comics, and illustrations for indie projects. I’m passionate about collaborating with creative teams, refining my skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, Toon Boom, and storytelling through art, and I look forward to growing as an illustrator and animator in dynamic environments.

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Hi, I’m Tamara Kiteley, a Canadian digital artist and aspiring 2D animator based in Newmarket, Ontario. I’m currently pursuing the 2D Animation Arts Program at Seneca Polytechnic in Vaughan, with hands-on experience creating avatars, comics, and illustrations for indie projects.

I’m passionate about collaborating with creative teams, refining my skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, Toon Boom, and storytelling through art, and I look forward to growing as an illustrator and animator in dynamic environments.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Digital Artist at Liquid Avatar
November 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022
Developed color and line-art for 7 Outer Spacemen themed digital avatars; created 7 color variants; showcased art at the 2021 Los Angeles Comic-Con; engaged with public and industry professionals to promote the company mission.
Digital Artist at Apex Comics Group
November 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022
Created color and shading for Phazer Universe comic book cover; lined and colored tradable sketch cards for Phazer series; collaborated with professional sketch artists, colorists, and line artists.
Farm Employee at Cooper’s CSA Farm and Maza
July 1, 2019 - October 1, 2021
Managed storefront stock for produce and preserves; represented the business at Newmarket farmer’s market; packaged and distributed special orders and farm share boxes; enforced health and safety protocols while reviewing customer tickets for maze entry.
Kitchen Staff at Vince’s Market
April 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Prepared and cooked hot and cold dishes; monitored food safety protocols and temperatures; managed and placed food platter orders to maximize customer satisfaction; maintained a safe and pristine workplace.
Retail Keyholder at Water Depot
June 1, 2025 - Present
Tested and recorded daily water pH, TDS, ozone and rejection rate; operated retail storefront and sold filtration components; oversaw water membership program; trained and supervised new hires; maintained a sanitary and organized workspace.

Education

2D Animation Arts Program at Seneca Polytechnic, Vaughan, ON
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), French Immersion Option at Newmarket High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Smart Serve Certified
January 11, 2030 - December 26, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Software & Internet