KEMI OYEBADE

RESUME

678-933-8626

kemi@vrartgo.com

APPLICATIONS

Animation & Graphic Design

  • Adobe After Effects                 

  • Adobe Animate 

  • Adobe Audition

  • Adobe Dreamweaver                           

  • Adobe Illustrator                           

  • Adobe Photoshop                        

  • TV Paint

Productivity and Collaboration

  • ChatGPT

  • Discord

  • Google Workspace                  

  • MS Office Suite

  • Slack

  • WebEx

  • Zoom

  • Captivate

Website Platforms

  • Go Daddy

  • Moodle

  • Shopify

  • Squarespace

  • Wild Apricot

  • Wordpress  


HIGHLIGHTS

Animation and Graphic Design

  • Proficient in Adobe Animate/Adobe After Effects for 2D animation and motion graphics, creating puppet animations, and background art.

  • Extensive experience in script reading to produce storyboards for animation projects.

  • Creative and innovative approach to design, ensuring visually appealing and engaging content.

  • Expertise in various graphic design tools, including Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, and TV Paint.

Project Management

  • Successfully managed projects from concept to completion, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

  • Streamlined design processes to enhance efficiency and meet project goals.

  • Collaborated effectively within cross-functional teams to bring creative visions to life.

Effective Collaboration

  • Proven ability to collaborate seamlessly with diverse teams, including artists, directors, and clients.

  • Strong communication skills to translate creative visions into compelling design and animation projects.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Recognized for Creativity

  • Received recognition for creating visually appealing media and establishing a strong brand identity.

  • Part of Animated projects that won 4 awards and 2 nominations – IMDB

Commended for Enhancing Website Engagement

  • Earned accolades for improving website user engagement and functionality, contributing to increased membership and event involvement.

Promotion to Director and Lead Animator

  • Elevated to the position of Director and Lead Animator on "How to Escape an Arranged Marriage in High Heels" due to consistent delivery of high-quality work.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Website MANAGER, National Federation of Business and Professional Women’s Club 

March 2023 – Present

  • Update and maintain the NFBPWC website, utilizing the Wild Apricot CMS for membership, events, and website management.

  • Design and develop new pages, integrating branded content to enhance the visual identity and user engagement.

  • Implemented new coding techniques to optimize the layout design, resulting in a notable increase in site traffic.

  • Enhanced user experience through strategies focused on intuitive and visually appealing website interfaces.

Chief Brand Officer/Co-Founder, PopCykol

April 2021 – Present

  • Craft, design, and produce branded cybersecurity educational content, including videos, illustrations, email templates, and graphics, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and authoring tools like Captivate.

  • Develop family and kid-friendly curriculums emphasizing online safety and cybersecurity.

  • Design, maintain, and manage business and school websites to ensure an optimal user experience.

  • Update and maintain the Moodle Learning Management System, ensuring a seamless delivery of educational content.

  • Branded works contribute to increased social media engagement and enhanced recognizability.

  • Visit PopCykol and PopCykool sites for design skills.

Founder/Creative Director - Vagabond Rebel Art (Studios)

January 2014 – Present 

  • Design captivating illustrations and animations with Adobe Creative Suite.

  • Craft visually stunning websites on Shopify and Squarespace.

  • Develop engaging curriculums for enhanced learning experiences.

  • Produce polished video content using advanced editing software and techniques.

  • Proven record of customer satisfaction, leading to repeat business.

Lead 2D Flash Animator - ARG! Cartoon Animation Studio

January 2013 – December 2021

  • Utilized Adobe Animate/Flash to expertly craft puppet animations, contributing to the visual storytelling of various projects.

  • Specialized in puppet animation techniques, bringing characters to life with fluid and engaging movements.

  • Applied strong script reading skills to translate narrative content into detailed storyboards, ensuring a cohesive visual representation.

  • Worked on numerous episodic projects for clients globally, including notable contributions to projects in Nigeria.


Notable Works:

  • Turtle Taido in Osun and Kogi States (TV Movie 2018)

  • Forthright (Short 2018)

  • How to Escape an Arranged Marriage in High Heels (Short 2017)

  • Turtle Taido (TV series 2015-2019)

  • IMBD

EDCUATION & ACHIEVEMENTS

Academy of Art University, San Francisco

Master of Fine Arts, May 2019

  • Concentration in 2D Traditional Animation and Visual Effects (VFX)

University of Georgia, Athens

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Arts & Science, May 2011 

  • Concentration in 2D Animation

  • Cum Laude

LANGUAGES

Spanish | Intermediate Fluency

Korean | Beginner Fluency

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Amigo Friendship Partner, AMIS Friendship Program

July 2023 - Present

  • Foster cultural exchange by spending quality time with exchange students, sharing insights into American culture, lifestyle, and entertainment.

  • Assist students in navigating life away from home, supporting their academic journey.