With over three years of experience as a 2D Generalist Artist, I have honed my skills in post-production, storyboard pro, and various aspects of animation and design. As a self-employed artist, I have created character designs, concept art, environments, set design, and storyboards for multiple clients and projects, delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.My passion for animation and story stems from my diverse background and education. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects from The Maryland Institute College of Art and multiple online certificates in animation, drawing, and storyboarding. I have also worked as a video editing and quality control operator, allowing me to leverage editing and detailing skills to enhance my creative work. My goal is to use my creativity and technical skills to bring fresh and innovative ideas to life and to contribute to the growth and success of the animation and film industry.
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2D Generalist ArtistInfinity Animation Studios Sep 2020 - PresentBurbank, Ca -
Motion Graphics AssistantOutpost Media Aug 2021 - Aug 2022Burbank, California, United StatesPromoted from Graphic PA to Graphics Assistant, Report to Leads daily for assignment, direction, and notes. Collaborate with the creative department heads and production to review goals and vision for the request and discuss concerns. Responsible for completing all deliverables on time and according to production schedule and within guidelines/project parameters such as timeline complexity requirements.● Address notes from Director and Creative Supervisors● Attend staff meetings, participate as needed, and follow through as necessary● Responsible for completing assignments on schedule● Strong attention to detail. -
Wia X Nickelodeon Mentorship Circle: From Pitch To Current SeriesWomen In Animation Apr 2021 - Aug 2021Glendale, California, United StatesIn the interactive circle, join Creators Ellen Martin (Creator, Blaze & The Monster Machines) and Jennifer Oxley (Creator, Peg + Cat, among other Nickelodeon development projects) and Nickelodeon’s Sarah Landy (SVP, Nickelodeon Preschool), and Kirsten Samanich (Sr. Coordinator, Nickelodeon Preschool), as they walk me through the process of pitching & developing a concept and taking it to current series. Coming from different backgrounds within the animation industry (a producer-creator, an artist/ animation director creator, and network executives), they spoke from various angles and experiences as to what makes a successful pitch and what goes into the process of bringing it to series. -
Storyboard ArtistSas Movie Studio Aug 2020 - Nov 2020Los Angeles, California, United StatesUnderstand and interpret requirements from the film/advertising conceptStudy the script to understand the required mood and overall themeConsider camera angles and lighting to be used in the storyboard presentationCompose wireframe drawings from which the more detailed illustrations will be developedComplete color or monochrome storyboards in full for use by production staffEdit storyboards and make changes as per the request of the director or production team -
Quality Control OperatorBlu Digital Group Nov 2018 - Feb 2020Burbank, California, United StatesIdentified, documented, and reported bugs, errors, interoperability flaws, and other issues within proprietary software applications (Stitch) developed for BluFocus's client's user base.Demonstrated methodical, detail-oriented, and thorough approach to all assignments while adhering to compressed timelines. Complete all tasks on or ahead of schedule.Consistently recognized for excellent problem-solving and analytical skills by programmers, project managers and supervisors.Worked collaboratively with QA, development, and business groups to complete comprehensive testing on Disney Plus and Feature Films. -
Freelance Video EditorMeangreen Media Nov 2017 - Apr 2018Washington, District Of Columbia, United StatesCreated After Effects animations as well as gifs for their highly engaged social media presence—built a high-quality network of followers on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter with daily status, tweets, and memes reflecting the world around.Relied on by directors and Senior Editors to source and locate obscure B-roll, props and specialty shots for political ads shoots and edits.Effectively build creative designs, logos, and icons for the production team’s website.Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.Edited complete 2-3-hour news footage into 3- 1-minute social videos on topic matters like gun control and March of our Lives. -
Assistant Video Editor76 Words, Inc Jun 2016 - Oct 2017Washington, District Of Columbia, United StatesEdited and Animated a documentary film for Truth Initiative called Black Lives / Black Lungs.Edited 8+ videos for Planned Parenthood for their social media and website.Assisted teams of +15 people in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines and late-nightshifts, plus running errands for large-scale productions.Credited as an Animator on Artist and Filmmaker John Kinhart’s Film Festival documentary Pigheaded, which focuses on comix pioneer Skip Williamson. -
Internet Marketing AssistantClassic Brands Llc May 2015 - Oct 2015Jessup, Maryland, United StatesWe create original content using Adobe Creative Suite Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. -
Administrative AssistantMaryland Institute College Of Art Aug 2010 - May 2014Baltimore, Maryland, United StatesAssisted with software programs like Moodle, Managed the day-to-day business. Assisted in testing and maintaining tech.
Michael Ajayi Education Details
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Bachelor Of Fine Arts (Bfa) -
Force Drawing -
Art Of Aaron BlaiseOnline Certificate -
SchoolismOnline Certificate -
The Art Of Storyboarding -
Storyboarding For Animation -
Suitland High SchoolHigh School Diploma -
Duval High School
Frequently Asked Questions about Michael Ajayi
What company does Michael Ajayi work for?
Michael Ajayi works for Infinity Animation Studios
What is Michael Ajayi's role at the current company?
Michael Ajayi's current role is Generalist Artist.
What schools did Michael Ajayi attend?
Michael Ajayi attended The Maryland Institute College Of Art, Force Drawing, Art Of Aaron Blaise, Schoolism, The Art Of Storyboarding, Storyboarding For Animation, Suitland High School, Duval High School.
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