Kate Young
KATE YOUNG
MOTION GRAPHICS PROFILE
I am a Motion Graphics artist specializing in analog and alternative techniques,
with experience in digital animation, information graphics, and social media videos.
EXPERIENCE:
Istrico Productions, Animator illustrator, Contractor
Responsible for vector character animation, motion graphics, infographics, logo animations, storyboards and lower thirds for video for international, national, and local clients.
� Collaborated on client campaigns including the Western Digital Corporation�s �Data and Me� campaign.
� Provided visual branding for Istrico Productions. Developed the brand guide, including Illustrating the icons and animating the logo. Developed the color pallet and the visual language.
� Acted in online company campaigns and weekly vlog.
Projects included work for Western Digital, Little Caesars, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, Senovva, Patients Like Me and Pearson
Social Driver, Junior Animator Editor, Contractor
�Created digital and stop-motion animations, information graphics and visual assets for social media.
�Member of a team executing multimedia campaigns
Projects included work for American Heart Association, Family Doctor, The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, GED and The Zac Foundation for Advancing Water Safety
Belk Corporate Creative, paid internship
�Designed and executed LED motion media advertising for stadiums
�Photography for social media
�Member of a team creating marketing campaigns
Congressional �Congo� Camp, lead counselor
�Designed curriculum for 2-week sessions in Digital Art, iPad Digital Art, Mobile App Creation, and Computer Animation
�Led groups of third to sixth graders in camp lessons and all activities, including field trips
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Midtown Deli and Bagel Shop, customer service
Prepared deli meals and large catered orders.
Pearl Fine Teas Pop-up Shop, server and sales
Served high-quality premium tea and sold bulk teas and tea products at a pop-up shop in historic Union Market, Washington, DC.
EDUCATION:
Savannah College of Art and Design, Motion Media Design
SKILLS:
Motion media design and execution. Illustration. Film production, including camera operating and editing.
Lighting for stage and studio. Follow spot and pick-up spot operator.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY:
Mac OS and PC platforms. Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis in After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere; Microsoft Office; Hex Fiend; and others.
PORTFOLIO: ------------/kate-young
KATE YOUNG
MOTION GRAPHICS PROFILE
I am a Motion Graphics artist specializing in analog and alternative techniques,
with experience in digital animation, information graphics, and social media videos.
EXPERIENCE:
Istrico Productions, Animator illustrator, Contractor
Responsible for vector character animation, motion graphics, infographics, logo animations, storyboards and lower thirds for video for international, national, and local clients.
� Collaborated on client campaigns including the Western Digital Corporation�s �Data and Me� campaign.
� Provided visual branding for Istrico Productions. Developed the brand guide, including Illustrating the icons and animating the logo. Developed the color pallet and the visual language.
� Acted in online company campaigns and weekly vlog.
Projects included work for Western Digital, Little Caesars, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, Senovva, Patients Like Me and Pearson
Social Driver, Junior Animator Editor, Contractor
�Created digital and stop-motion animations, information graphics and visual assets for social media.
�Member of a team executing multimedia campaigns
Projects included work for American Heart Association, Family Doctor, The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, GED and The Zac Foundation for Advancing Water Safety
Belk Corporate Creative, paid internship
�Designed and executed LED motion media advertising for stadiums
�Photography for social media
�Member of a team creating marketing campaigns
Congressional �Congo� Camp, lead counselor
�Designed curriculum for 2-week sessions in Digital Art, iPad Digital Art, Mobile App Creation, and Computer Animation
�Led groups of third to sixth graders in camp lessons and all activities, including field trips
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Midtown Deli and Bagel Shop, customer service
Prepared deli meals and large catered orders.
Pearl Fine Teas Pop-up Shop, server and sales
Served high-quality premium tea and sold bulk teas and tea products at a pop-up shop in historic Union Market, Washington, DC.
EDUCATION:
Savannah College of Art and Design, Motion Media Design
SKILLS:
Motion media design and execution. Illustration. Film production, including camera operating and editing.
Lighting for stage and studio. Follow spot and pick-up spot operator.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY:
Mac OS and PC platforms. Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis in After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere; Microsoft Office; Hex Fiend; and others.
PORTFOLIO: ------------/kate-young