Daria Zadecka
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Daria Zadecka

Character AnimatorLondon, United Kingdom
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Daria Zadecka

Character AnimatorLondon, United Kingdom
About me
I am an animator with a passion for visual storytelling, always open for new challenges in order to keep a fresh and busy mind. What makes me unique is my drive and huge hunger to learn more and never giving up. I primarily work in 2D digital animation, however, I continue to expand my skillset. I have recently taken a particular interest in CGI character animation, which I am currently developing further. I am naturally curious about the digital world and excited by its potential. I am a confident, vocal and professional team player who is supportive and capable of bringing the best out of those around me.
Projects
  • Treasure of Africa
    Treasure of AfricaA selection of digital illustrations I have done for a book 'Treasure of Africa'
  • 'Juiced Up'
    'Juiced Up'The short animated film ‘Juiced up’ comments on present-day gym culture, exploring steroid abuse and the irreversible side effects it inflicts. It also shows tendencies of vanity and gender stereotyping. Daria Zadecka, script writer and director of the film, addresses this issue by creating a corny and overworked fictional character. Brad is a typical gym bro, who is in the rush for a sweat sesh together with other bros in the Temple of Iron. He takes the taxi and shares his view on steroids as
  • Alternative Christmas Tree for The Old Vic Theatre
    Alternative Christmas Tree for The Old Vic TheatreMyself and four other students were responsible of designing, creating and installing a three meter tall alternative Christmas tree for The Old Vic Theatre in London. Our installation was displayed in the main foyer during the winter season.
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Projects credited in
  • Animatic For The Royal Opera House
    Animatic For The Royal Opera HouseA live brief from The Royal Opera House in conjunction with The Kingston School of Art. The Royal Opera House asked us to create a 30 second animated film to encourage the public to visit the building. As a group we focused on the efforts of ROH employees, including cleaners, kitchen staff and stage crew. We responded to this brief in a team of 4 and my main roles involved concept, storyboarding and frame drawing. Collaborative project with Daria Zadecka, Madalyn Farley, Angus Mitchell and Emily
Work history
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    internUbisoft
     - Royal Leamington Spa, United KingdomInternship
    Work experience at Ubisoft Leamington Spa gave me a great insight into the industry and an opportunity to understand how a large studio operates. This internship opened me to new technologies and initiated my journey with 3D animation which I am currently developing further.
Skills
  • Character Animation
  • 3D Animation
  • 2D Animation
  • Illustration
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Collaboration
  • Content Creation
Education
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    Escape Studios logo
    MA 3D AnimationEscape Studios
    London, United Kingdom
    Kingston School of Art logo
    Kingston School of Art logo
    Bachelor of Arts (BA) Kingston School of Art
     - Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
Awards
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    Official SelectionFemme Fatale Film Festival
    The Femme Fatale Film Festival is a Toronto-based festival empowering young female filmmakers by sharing their work on the big screen.