Kayla Bergeron
Summary
Aspiring 2D Animator with a solid foundation in animation principles and creative development, seeking hands-on experience in all facets of the film production pipeline through an internship in animation or production. Previous contributions to student films and capstone projects included assisting with animation tasks and organizational responsibilities, demonstrating a commitment to collaborative creativity. Strong leadership, time management, and problem-solving skills, developed through experience in restaurant management, provide a unique blend of artistic talent and practical experience to contribute to a dynamic team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director - "THE DEADLINE" - Capstone Film
05.2025 - Current
- Developing a screenplay and animatic for a 4 minute film.
- Responsible for all character designs, background designs and visual development.
Animator - “HOME IS A FEELING” - Short Film
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Referred to timing charts and directors notes to execute shots
- Created engaging character animations using industry-standard software, with a one week turnaround
- Collaborated with project teams to develop storyboards and animation concepts.
Background Artist - “Treasure Hunt”- Short Film
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Creating Layout and Compositions for varying shots.
- Organizing meetings with production team members to ensure project cohesiveness and readability.
- Reviewed and revised designs based on client feedback to enhance visual appeal.
2D Generalist- “Empty.” - Short Film
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisting in pre-production, production and post-production for animation
- Working closely with director, offering insight on story beats, timing and composition
- Maintaining proper file organization and workflow, arranging deadlines
Manager, Server
Cactus Club Cafe
09.2018 - Current
- Supervised daily operations with management, ensuring a smooth workflow and team efficiency.
- Developed strong problem-solving, guest experience and organizational skills while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted service training, assigning tasks while monitoring productivity and performance.
Education
Bachelor of Media Arts - 2D Animation
Emily Carr University of Art + Design
Vancouver, BC05-2026
Skills
- Proficient in Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Creative suite
- Character design
- 2D Animation
- Digital illustration
- Layout design
- Story development
- Deadline management
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
Websites
Languages
French
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director - "THE DEADLINE" - Capstone Film
05.2025 - Current
Animator - “HOME IS A FEELING” - Short Film
01.2025 - 04.2025
Background Artist - “Treasure Hunt”- Short Film
01.2025 - 04.2025
2D Generalist- “Empty.” - Short Film
01.2025 - 04.2025
Manager, Server
Cactus Club Cafe
09.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Media Arts - 2D Animation
Emily Carr University of Art + Design
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