Hanah is an award-winning 2D animator and artist based in New England, whose work has been showcased in numerous international film festivals and has lent her diverse skill set in 2D animation and artistry to clients, including independent artists, video production companies, non-profits, museums, and biotechnology companies. She graduated from Lesley University's College of Art and Design with a BFA in Animation and Motion Media and a minor in biology. With a deep fascination and enthusiasm for both 2D animated storytelling and the natural world, Hanah loves to create unique pieces of animation and illustrations that meld her expertise in these fields. She hopes to both entertain her viewers and include important messages within her work that emotionally touch and educate her audience. As an animator, Hanah is most experienced in 2D animation that brings characters to life to tell unique stories and entertain her audience.
Experience:
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Animator - Northern Light Productions
(June 2022 - Present)
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Freelance 2D Digital Artist - Kaua'i Forest Bird Recovery Project
(January 2025 - June 2025)
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Freelance 2D Animator - CG Baker Studios
(July 2022 - December 2024)
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Animation Intern - Northern Light Production
(September 2020 - January 2021)
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Freelance 2D Animator - VeroScience LLC
(January 2021)
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Volunteer 2D Digital Artist - National Marine Life Center
(July 2021 - January 2023)
Awards:
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2022 | O’o: The Last Voice of Kauai, Best Animated Short, Emerging Artists Film Festival, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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2022 | O’o: The Last Voice of Kauai, Best Scenario, Festival International Nature Namur, Namur, Belgium
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2022 | O’o: The Last Voice of Kauai, Audience Choice Student Film Winner, Friday Harbor Film Festival, Friday Harbor, Washington, United States
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2022 | O’o: The Last Voice of Kauai, Best Animation, TMFF - The Monthly Film Festival, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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2022 | O’o: The Last Voice of Kauai, Best Non-Documentary, CINECO Festival, Elche, Alicante, Spain
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2022 | O’o: The Last Voice of Kauai, Best Animation Golden Winner, Tokyo Film Awards, Toshima City, Tokyo, Japan
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2023 | O’o: The Last Voice of Kauai, Best Student Film, Anmtn! - Online animation awards, Ukraine
Software:
After Effects
Animate
Premiere Pro
Photoshop
Illustrator
TVPaint
Clip Studio Paint EX
Procreate