Kaiyin Tan
Junior
Blender
I'm a New York-based 2D/3D animator and a recent Pratt Institute graduate. Focused on concept art and background design.
Biography
Kaiyin Tan is a New York-based 2D/3D animator and concept artist who recently received her BFA from Pratt Institute,
Brooklyn, NY. Her industry experience includes working for multiple leading animation studios in New York like Augenblick
Studios, Plymtoon Studio, and CUPALOY Studio. Anime, Psychology, Sci-fi, and Magical realism literature elements can be found to influence
on Kaiyin’s art.
Skills
Roles
- Intermediate
- Intermediate
- Intermediate
- Intermediate
- Intermediate
- Intermediate
- Intermediate
- Basic
Software
- Intermediate
Work Experience
2023 – Present day
Animation Assistant
CUPALOY Studio (New York United States)
- Created Character Mockup and Typography Animation for the production of Animated Documentary
2021 – 2023
2D Animation Tutor
Pratt Institute Learning/Access Center (New York United States)
- Provided academic coaching and tutoring in animation projects and various animation software
- Assisted with administrative functions of the office
2022 – 2022
Compositing Animator
Plymptoons Studio (New York United States)
- Worked with Bill Plympton in the production of the feature film
- Composited shots for the studio feature film - Slide
2022 – 2022
Production Assistant
Augenblick Studios (New York United States)
- Worked with Aaron Augenblick in the production of series Suckers and Telly Awards Winning TV series City Island
- Created industry standard background design, color design
2021 – 2022
Character Designer/Background Designer/Animator
VideoOut (New York United States)
- Worked on the animated biography - The Story of Elton John on the life of Elton John and his contributions to the LGBTQ+ community
- Provided designs and assets in the ideation and production
2021 – 2021
Animator/Illustrator
Next to Normal (New York United States)
Psychology Website Homepage Animation
- Created engaging animation and interesting illustrations for the homepage display
Education
2019 – 2023
B.F.A.
Pratt Institute
Digital Arts (2D Animation)
Graduated with Highest Honor