a Visual Designer, Film Maker & Media Artist

Stephanie Pilar Layton

Highly motivated and passionate about motion design and storytelling. Knowledge in both traditional and contemporary print media with an emphasis in digital arts and new media. Applying and utilizing the latest technologies as exciting tools to reinforce my ongoing theme of ecological awareness and environmental issues. Innovative in investigating and researching different materials and techniques to achieve great outcomes. Collaborated and worked along side many talented engineers, artists and educators.

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Portfolio

Experience

Multiple projects for small and large-businesses including branding, product design, advertising, web design & web development.

 Well versed in the use of publishing hardware and software such large format printers, laser cutters, CNC-machines, 3D printers, projectors and green-screens.

 

Teacher: Digital Arts & New Media

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ

Provided instruction and guidance to graduate students, specializing in digital art discussions, critiques, and thesis preparation. Additionally, actively supported the development and execution of upcoming exhibitions.

January 2023 – Present

Creative Director / Web Designer

IAA: INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTIST ALLIANCE

Planned art and design requirements for interdisciplinary artists. Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for individual artists from concept to completion. Evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas and translated them into actionable project plans.

December 2021 – Present

Freelance Graphic Designer / Web Designer / Animator

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ

Designed website layouts, templates and unique branded looks. Developed print materials such as catalogs, banners and signs. Worked with students to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and manage project milestones.

March 2022 – May 2022

Freelance Animator / Videographer

KARLTON HESTERS’ ‘AFROFUTURISM RITUAL’ PERFORMANCE

Collaborated and worked alongside many interdisciplinary artists to create an immersive visual experience through unique design. Created computer-generated effects and animations through the use of green screens and Adobe software.

January 2022 – Present

Full Experience

Technical Skills

Innovative, detailed-orientated, great communication skills, a deep understanding of conceptual design and a passion for art and technology.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Branding

  • Logo and Tagline.
  • Interview and Virtual Tours.
  • Website development.
  • Storytelling.

Advertising

  • Design Templates.
  • Print Media – Flyers, Brochures, Posters, ext.
  • Digital Media – Social Media, Web Design.

Web Design

  • UX/UI Design.
  • Interactivity.
  • Animation and Motion Graphics.
  • Web Server Management.

Motion Graphics & animation

  • Filming.
  • Green Screen.
  • Special Effects.
  • Asset Creation.
  • Photoshop – 90%
  • Illustrator – 90%
  • After Effects – 85%
  • Premiere Pro – 85%
  • Animate – 90%
  • Fresco – 90%
  • Blender – 80%
  • Maya – 85%

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Mfa

Digital Arts and New Media

2021

University of California-Santa Cruz

BFA

Graphic Design and Animation

2018

Honorable Mention

Deans list

University of California-Santa Cruz

2017