Lexi Vay
Designer, Animator And Illustrator
Burbank,CA
Summary
I'm Lexi Vay, an animator, character designer, illustrator, and visual development artist with 10+ years of experience and I create making fun and meaningful art. I enjoy using a variety of mediums and techniques to create unique and captivating pieces of animation and design. I highly value communication through art as it highlights our similarities and brings understanding to our differences, connecting us to one another beyond words. I love working with others to share that vision and create a more colorful world together!
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Animation Professor
Otis College
Los Angeles, California
01.2022 - Current
- Mentored and guided students in developing their skills in 2D animation and visual design.
- Evaluated student progress and provided targeted feedback for continuous improvement, taking into account the stage of development and learning styles of each student.
- Developed innovative teaching methods that are both relevant to current practices in the animation industry and to the student experience, enhancing learning comprehension and growth in skill development.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
Designer
Self Employed
, CA
01.2012 - Current
- Animated a Sticker Pack for the Signal Messenger App
- Updated Logo and Website Design for Brock and Gonzalez LLP
- Created Illustrations, character designs and figurine control drawings for Far Out Toys (2020-2024)
- Designed background art for Epic Reach for an animated series
- Illustrated author Carrie Hartman’s children’s book, Dorje the Yak
- Designed background characters and props for overseas animation project Sunbar Season 2
- Developed characters for Maya Group’s Planet Orbeez toys and television commercial
Senior Animator
HALLMARK eCARDS
Los Angeles, CA
09.2013 - 12.2019
- Created 50+ original short form animations and 3 animated sticker packs, as well as visual development for stop motion animations
- Designed website icons, banners, and ads
- Consulted on 2000+ short form animations
- Created a standardized pipeline production manual
- Managed and art directed teams of 1-10 freelance artists/animators
- Explored new and innovative styles for short-form animated content
Design Intern
DISNEY INTERACTIVE
Glendale, California
06.2009 - 08.2011
- Created production/concept art (backgrounds, Fairy fashions, accessories), Flash banner ads, promos, and emails for PixieHollow.com, ToonTown.com, and DisneyPrincess.com
- Modeled and textured 3D assets; optimized 3D assets
- Contributed to the creative team’s daily art review meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Art - Digital Media with emphasis on visual development for animation and games
Otis College of Art & Design
Los Angeles, CA12.2012
Skills
- Animation
- Illustration
- Visual Development
- Character Design
- Graphic Design
- Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, After Effects, Premiere
- Toon Boom Harmony
- Live2D
- Direction and oversight of teams animated productions
- Technical and creative feedback
- Clear communication between artists and managers
- Fast learner with new programs/skills
- Teaching and fostering skill development in artists
- Project and curriculum planning
Websites
Timeline
Animation Professor
Otis College
01.2022 - Current
Senior Animator
HALLMARK eCARDS
09.2013 - 12.2019
Designer
Self Employed
01.2012 - Current
Design Intern
DISNEY INTERACTIVE
06.2009 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Fine Art - Digital Media with emphasis on visual development for animation and games
Otis College of Art & Design
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Gold Special Honors Nautilus Book Award —Best Children’s Book for Dorje the Yak, Purple Dragonfly Book Award—Children’s Picture Book First-Place Winner for Dorje the Yak, 2012 Class Valedictorian, Otis College of Art and Design
2025 Community Impact Award Otis College
Recognition for exceptional commitment to fostering an environment where all perspectives and people are understood, valued, and respected within the Otis College community and beyond.