

Kaitlyn Chen
Digital Painting
Color Design
Likes drawing. And bread. And space. Also swords. Swords are cool.
Biography
Kaitlyn is an artist living in the Philadelphia area. She's currently working towards a degree in Design and Computer Science at the University of Pennsylvania, but her interest lies in art and animation and how they can be used to tell new and diverse stories. Her main focus is background paint, but she's open to all things visual development, whether it be backgrounds, props, or characters. At the moment, she's looking for internships or trainee/entry-level positions in the animation industry.
When she's not drawing or studying, you can find her reading books, playing video games and D&D, biking, or making cosplay and props.
She also likes bread. And space. And swords. Swords are cool.
Skills
Roles
- Advanced
- Intermediate
- Intermediate
Technical Skills
- Advanced
Other Skills
- Intermediate
Work Experience
2022 – Present day
Artistic Intern
Titmouse
Created artwork for various practice assignments with professional materials. Mentored by art directors to create industry standard work and sat in on dailies meetings for a live production.
2019 – Present day
Graphic Designer
Penn Student Design
Designed and created branding and other graphics for organizations in the Philadelphia area.
2021 – 2021
Matte Painting and Background Art Mentee
Women In Animation
Mentorship under Alyssa Zarate through the WIA Mentorship Program. Learned about the history and role of matte painters and background artists in film, completed various assignments.
Education
2019 – 2023
BA
University of Pennsylvania
Design/CS
Design and Computer Science double major at the University of Pennsylvania.