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Hi, I’m Avery Cheeks, a passionate animator and concept development artist specializing in 2D animation. I’m currently leading concept art for a 2D animated series and working as a storyboard artist and animator on exciting projects including an upcoming fighting game. My experience ranges from internships to leading roles, where I enjoy bringing stories and characters to life through animation and storyboard art.
I recently graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation Motion Media from Lesley University, and along the way, I’ve gained hands-on experience in animation studios and community art centers. I’m always eager to collaborate and learn more while contributing creatively to animation and media projects.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Concept Development Artist at Remote
May 1, 2025 - PresentLead Concept and artist for a 2D animated series. Subject to NDA, no further details available.
Animation Intern at Remote
June 1, 2025 - PresentLead CG Story Board artist and 2D Animator for Closing Act, an upcoming fighting game with a large focus on fight choreography and staging.
Animation Intern at Cambridge Community Art Center, Cambridge, MA
August 31, 2024 - July 10, 2025Head story board artist and animator on a team of 11 making an infomercial for the Cambridge Community Arts Center.
Animation Apprentice Mentorship at Lesley University, Cambridge, MA
August 31, 2024 - July 10, 2025Animator and storyboard editor on California-based animator Brandon Strathman's in-progress personal 2D animated film.
IT Assistant at Lesley University, Cambridge, MA
May 1, 2025 - July 10, 2025Assistant under an IT professional. Assisted in reimaging PCs and Macs as well as fixing general IT and art program-related problems around the university.
Digital Lock-Up Student Manager at Lesley University, Cambridge, MA
May 1, 2025 - July 10, 2025Helped manage a poster printing shop and checked out and fixed rentable film and digital art equipment for students.
COVID-19 Test Worker at Professional EMS, Cambridge, MA
June 30, 2022 - July 10, 2025Worked with COVID testing facilities across Massachusetts to collect and manifest COVID-19 tests and deliver them to the Broad Institute.
Sales Associate at Ace Hardware, Groton, MA
August 31, 2021 - July 10, 2025Worked the floor, stocked shelves, and assisted customers.
Concept Development Artist at Remote
May 1, 2025 - PresentLead Concept and artist for a 2D animated series. Work is subject to NDA with no further details available.
Animation Intern at Remote
June 1, 2025 - PresentLead CG Story Board artist and 2D Animator for Closing Act, an upcoming fighting game with a focus on fight choreography and staging.
Animation Intern at Cambridge Community Art Center
August 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025Head storyboard artist and animator on a team of 11 making an infomercial for the Cambridge Community Arts Center.
Animation Apprentice Mentorship at Lesley University
August 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025Animator and storyboard editor on California-based animator Brandon Strathman's in-progress personal 2D animated film.
IT Assistant at Lesley University
May 31, 2025 - July 21, 2025Assisted an IT professional in reimaging PCs and Macs, and resolving general IT and art program-related issues around the university.
Digital Lock-Up Student Manager at Lesley University
May 31, 2025 - July 21, 2025Managed poster printing shop and handled checkout and repair of rentable film and digital art equipment for students.
COVID-19 Test Worker at Professional EMS
June 30, 2022 - July 21, 2025Worked with COVID testing facilities across Massachusetts to collect and manage COVID-19 tests and delivered them to the Broad Institute.
Sales Associate at Ace Hardware
August 31, 2021 - July 21, 2025Worked floor duties including stocking shelves and assisting customers.
Concept Development Artist at Remote
May 1, 2025 - PresentLead Concept and artist for a 2D animated series. Duties include developing visual concepts and artwork in a collaborative environment. Subject to NDA, no further details available.
Animation Intern at Remote
June 1, 2025 - PresentLead CG Story Board artist and 2D Animator for Closing Act, an upcoming fighting game with a large focus on fight choreography and staging.
Animation Intern at Cambridge Community Art Center
August 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025Head story board artist and animator on a team of 11 making an infomercial for the Cambridge Community Arts Center.
Animation Apprentice Mentorship at Lesley University
August 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025Animator and storyboard editor on California-based animator Brandon Strathman's in-progress personal 2D animated film.
IT Assistant at Lesley University
May 1, 2025 - July 21, 2025Assisting an IT professional in reimaging PCs and Macs and resolving general IT and art program-related issues around the university.
Digital Lock-Up Student Manager at Lesley University
May 1, 2025 - July 21, 2025Managed a poster printing shop and checked out and repaired rentable film and digital art equipment for students.
COVID-19 Test Worker at Professional EMS
June 30, 2022 - July 21, 2025Collaborated with COVID testing facilities across Massachusetts to collect and transport COVID-19 tests to the Broad Institute.
Sales Associate at Ace Hardware
August 31, 2021 - July 21, 2025Worked on the floor stocking shelves and assisting customers during the summer season.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Lesley University, Cambridge, MA
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025High School Diploma at Lawrence Academy, Groton, MA
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2021Bachelor of Fine Arts at Lesley University
September 1, 2021 - May 31, 2025High school diploma at Lawrence Academy
September 1, 2017 - May 31, 2021Bachelor of Fine Arts at Lesley University
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025High School Diploma at Lawrence Academy
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2021Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Professional Services
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