About

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Hi! I’m Stephanie. I’m a motion designer based in Brooklyn, New York.

I specialize in 2D animation and illustration for commercial and editorial projects, and love combining the warmth of handmade techniques with the refinement of digital tools. With experience directing the design and animation for many of my projects, I enjoy working on all stages of production from concept to execution.

Originally from Atlanta, I moved to Providence to study at Rhode Island School of Design and Brown University, where I created my first animated short film. Since then I have worked as a freelancer in the New York City area, and in my eleven years in the industry, I’ve been fortunate to work with clients from a range of industries, including advertising, journalism, and documentary film. I’m always excited to talk about animation and meet new collaborators, so please reach out at any time! 

When I’m not in the studio, I’m probably drawing in my sketchbook, going for a run, or exploring a new part the city.

Selected CLIENTS :

Vox Media
TED Conferences
Mighty Oak
Wall Street Journal
Comedy Central
Vice Impact
Vice Sports
New York City Ballet
Metropolitan Opera
Slanted Studios
And/Or Studio
Adult Swim
CNBC

Teaching :

2017-2020 Adjunct Faculty at Rhode Island School of Design. Instructor for Computer Animation: Integrated Techniques course in the Film/Animation/Video department.

Recognition :

2023 Emmy Nomination, Outstanding Graphic Design and Art Direction: Documentary for Netflix’s The Principle of Pleasure, made with studio Mighty Oak in role as 2D animation Art Director for Episode 2.
2023 Emmy Nomination, Outstanding Graphic Design and Art Direction: Documentary for Vox’s A Fact-Checked Debate About Legal Weed and Winter Sports Week in role as Motion Designer.
2016 Commercial Silver Telly Award Winner for Adult Swim: Singles.
2014 Annecy International Animation Festival Official Selection.
2013 Ottawa International Animation Festival Official Selection.