Hello! I'm Sam Bodine, a Tucson-based illustrator and 2D animator currently pursuing a Studio Art degree at the University of Arizona with an emphasis in Illustration, Design, and Animation. In high school I was active in theatre, designing posters, painting sets, and helping behind the scenes in the lighting booth. I also contributed to our student animation club, Frame by Frame, and worked on promotional materials for school events. Passionate about popular and alternative culture—comics, animated film, and rock music—I’m drawn to turning ideas into vivid concept art and digital illustrations. I love collaborating with teammates, solving creative problems, and sharing work at events like Reel Con while continuing to grow as an artist.

Sam Bodine

Hello! I'm Sam Bodine, a Tucson-based illustrator and 2D animator currently pursuing a Studio Art degree at the University of Arizona with an emphasis in Illustration, Design, and Animation. In high school I was active in theatre, designing posters, painting sets, and helping behind the scenes in the lighting booth. I also contributed to our student animation club, Frame by Frame, and worked on promotional materials for school events. Passionate about popular and alternative culture—comics, animated film, and rock music—I’m drawn to turning ideas into vivid concept art and digital illustrations. I love collaborating with teammates, solving creative problems, and sharing work at events like Reel Con while continuing to grow as an artist.

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Hello! I’m Sam Bodine, a Tucson-based illustrator and 2D animator currently pursuing a Studio Art degree at the University of Arizona with an emphasis in Illustration, Design, and Animation. In high school I was active in theatre, designing posters, painting sets, and helping behind the scenes in the lighting booth. I also contributed to our student animation club, Frame by Frame, and worked on promotional materials for school events.

Passionate about popular and alternative culture—comics, animated film, and rock music—I’m drawn to turning ideas into vivid concept art and digital illustrations. I love collaborating with teammates, solving creative problems, and sharing work at events like Reel Con while continuing to grow as an artist.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Animation Club Member at Frame by Frame Animation Club (University of Arizona)
August 1, 2024 - Present
Member of the student-led animation club Frame by Frame; contributed to animated teasers commissioned by Arizona Arts Live for 'The Sex Lives of Puppets' and 'Puno: Sewing Memories.' Helped organize our first mini-convention 'Reel Con' to showcase animated works and sell art; engaged in one-on-one outreach at club fairs to recruit members.
Theatre/Stage Crew at Sahuaro High School Theatre
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024
In theatre for three years: designed posters for shows, painted sets, and worked behind the scenes in the light booth; member of International Thespian Society Troop 215. Helped recruit new members at the school club fair.

Education

Diploma at Sahuaro High School
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024
Undergraduate at The University of Arizona
August 1, 2024 - June 15, 2026

Qualifications

Dean's List
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026
Wildcat Excellence Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services