Hi, I’m Yailenis, a Brooklyn-based animator and Visual Artist-in-training pursuing a A.S. in Animation & Motion Graphics at BMCC and a B.A. in Digital Art at Brooklyn College. I love telling stories through characters, environments, and movement, and I’m passionate about collaborative learning and mentorship in creative communities. I've mentored and collaborated with teaching artists and peers on 2D animation projects, contributed to portfolio development for students, and helped organize exhibitions and public programs at venues like the Museum of the Moving Image. I’m excited to continue growing as an artist and educator while making engaging, youth-centered work.

Yailenis Rodriguez Diaz

Hi, I’m Yailenis, a Brooklyn-based animator and Visual Artist-in-training pursuing a A.S. in Animation & Motion Graphics at BMCC and a B.A. in Digital Art at Brooklyn College. I love telling stories through characters, environments, and movement, and I’m passionate about collaborative learning and mentorship in creative communities. I've mentored and collaborated with teaching artists and peers on 2D animation projects, contributed to portfolio development for students, and helped organize exhibitions and public programs at venues like the Museum of the Moving Image. I’m excited to continue growing as an artist and educator while making engaging, youth-centered work.

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Hi, I’m Yailenis, a Brooklyn-based animator and Visual Artist-in-training pursuing a A.S. in Animation & Motion Graphics at BMCC and a B.A. in Digital Art at Brooklyn College. I love telling stories through characters, environments, and movement, and I’m passionate about collaborative learning and mentorship in creative communities.

I’ve mentored and collaborated with teaching artists and peers on 2D animation projects, contributed to portfolio development for students, and helped organize exhibitions and public programs at venues like the Museum of the Moving Image. I’m excited to continue growing as an artist and educator while making engaging, youth-centered work.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Animation Teaching Artist Intern at The Animation Project
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Developed character concepts, environments, and visual elements for animated projects. Produced background line art and coloring to support storytelling and scene continuity. Collaborated with teaching artists to design engaging activities for youth participants. Supported a creative learning environment focused on mentorship and artistic growth.
2D Animator & Character Design Intern at Career Connected Learning (CCL), BMCC
June 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Created 2D animations used to promote internships and career opportunities for students. Assisted students with portfolios and résumés. Translated creative briefs into completed animation assets under deadlines. Collaborated with all majors in the Media Arts & Technology program at BMCC to refine visuals.
Exhibition Assistant at Museum of the Moving Image
June 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Guided visitors through the Portals of Solitude exhibition. Assisted guests for the reservation-based sessions to ensure smooth visitor flow. Organized, cleaned, and restocked exhibition supplies at the end of each shift. Maintained a welcoming, orderly exhibition space.
2D Animator & Character Designer Intern at Career Connected Learning (CCL), BMCC
June 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Created 2D animations used to promote internship and career opportunities for students. Assisted students with portfolios and resumes. Translated creative briefs into completed animation assets under deadlines. Collaborated with BMCC's Media Arts & Technology program to refine visuals.
Animation Teaching Artist Intern at The Animation Project (New York, NY)
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Developed character concepts, environments, and visual elements for animated projects. Produced background line art and coloring to support storytelling and scene continuity. Collaborated with teaching artists to design engaging activities for youth participants. Supported a creative learning environment focused on mentorship and artistic growth.
2D Animation I & Character Design Intern at Career Connected Learning (CCL), BMCC
June 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Created 2D animations used to promote internship and career opportunities for students. Assisted students with portfolios and resumes. Translated creative briefs into completed animation assets under deadlines. Collaborated with all majors in the Media Arts & Technology program at BMCC to refine visuals.
2D Animator & Character Design Intern at CCL, BMCC
June 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Created 2D animations used to promote internship and career opportunities for students. Assisted students with portfolios and resumes. Translated creative briefs into completed animation assets under deadlines. Collaborated with all majors in the Media Arts & Technology program at BMCC to refine visuals.

Education

AS in Animation & Motion Graphics at Borough of Manhattan Community College
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
B.A. in Digital Art at Brooklyn College (CUNY)
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
A.S. in Animation & Motion Graphics at Borough of Manhattan Community College
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
B.A. in Digital Art at Brooklyn College (CUNY)
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
A.S. in Animation & Motion Graphics at Borough of Manhattan Community College
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
B.A. in Digital Art at Brooklyn College, CUNY
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
A.S. in Animation & Motion Graphics at Borough of Manhattan Community College
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
B.A. in Digital Art at Brooklyn College
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025

Qualifications

Health and Safety
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
CPR Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
Health and Safety
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
CPR Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
Health and Safety Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
CPR Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
Health and Safety
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
CPR Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services