Yvonne Grzenkowicz Email and Phone Number
🚀 About MeMy work revolves around elevating animation as a medium. With experience in Animation, Full-stack Development, Unity, Unreal Engine, AWS, and webXR, I strive to craft experiences that go beyond traditional media.I am also dedicated to building communities where creators and audiences can meet, share, and grow. Through innovative storytelling and immersive technology, I aim to make animation and tech more accessible and enjoyable for all.💡 My MissionI am passionate about leveraging the potential of animation and technology to enhance learning and entertainment. I seek to explore new ways to tell stories, connect people, and push the boundaries of digital experiences.🌟 Let's ConnectI’m on the lookout for opportunities to collaborate with professionals, organizations, and educators who are excited about making an impact in the fields of animation, technology, and education. Whether it's through creating immersive XR experiences, producing engaging events, or developing educational content, I'm ready to dive in.Feel free to get in touch if you're interested in discussing collaborations, sharing industry insights, or simply to connect!Specialties: 2D/3D Animation, Editing, Content Curation, Talent Connect, Talent Acquisition Partner, XR Production & Development, Website Development, Webmaster, Fundraising, Events, Technology Consulting, Digital Transformation, Innovation Management, Student Engagement, Emerging Technologies, Creative Solutions, Strategic Planning, Technical, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Prototyping and Testing, Digital Ecosystems, Market Analysis, Trend Forecasting, Virtual Reality (VR), Extended Realilty (XR), WebXR, Immersive Technologies, 3D Content Creation, Interactive Design, Data Visualization, Presentations, Website Management, Content Management Systems (CMS).Organizations: VES, WIA, NYWIFT, Tech:NYC, XR GuildTechnical Expertise: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, WebXR, Docker, Kubernetes, Mozilla Hubs Cloud, Blender, NoSQL, Javascript, Node.js. Airtable API, Stripe API, Trello, Zapier, Nextjs, Tailwind, Dynamodb, Gatsby, Amplify, Axios, Fetch, React, HTML, & CSS, A-Frame, Three.js, Artificial Inteligence API integration, Unity/C#, Unreal Engine, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Audition, Autodesk Maya, 3d Studio Max, Toon Boom, Procreate.
Animation Nights New York (Anny)
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Organization Founder / Executive DirectorAnimation Nights New York (Anny) Sep 2015 - PresentNew York, Ny, UsWe curate and connect.Animation Nights New York (ANNY) is a monthly screening event and festival based in NYC. We show the best animated short films and virtual reality animation experiences from all around the world.(animationnights.nyc)NYC SBS Certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)RESPONSIBILITIESSince 2015, I have co-curated animation, games, augmented reality, mixed reality and virtual reality content (3DOF & 6DOF). Through communication, recruiting, and leadership development I have the opportunity to work with dedicated teams of talented individuals. Together we have produced over 90 (in person and online) special events and 5 festivals. Successful fundraising and budgeting efforts have allowed us to keep project submission free for filmmakers. -
Anny Virtual Events, Production And Development DirectorAnimation Nights New York (Anny) Mar 2020 - PresentNew York, Ny, UsANNY Virtual Events - Animation Nights New York monthly screening events ONLINE happen in the ANNY Virtual Space on the third Sunday of each month. We offer limited VOD screenings and ANNY Exchange mixer events in webXR and VR. (anny.media)RESPONSIBILITIESI have developed and produced over 15 webXR events and an annual festival on our web-based virtual reality platform for over 3000 participants. I work on full stack development for our entertainment (vod) and virtual reality (vr) environment using Amazon Web Services (AWS), Mozilla Hubs Cloud, Unity, Blender, NoSQL, Javascript, HTML, & CSS. I co-produced events on additional VR platforms and collaborate with world builders on cross-promotional events. -
Anny Exchange Talent Connect Initiative, Animation Talent ConsultantAnimation Nights New York (Anny) Sep 2017 - PresentNew York, Ny, UsEpic MegaGrant Recipient NYCEDC Founder Fellowship RecipientANNY Exchange connects people to people. We connect creators to opportunity via both in-person and online events. (annyexchange.nyc)RESPONSIBILITIESSince 2017, I have co-produced our talent connect initiative with program management assistance from our team to connect animation talent from all around the world to opportunity, using our festival as a vehicle. I am co-developing a new platform for this initiative. -
Exhibition Curator | Cathy And Jesse Marion Art Gallery, Rockefeller Arts CenterAnimation Nights New York (Anny) Sep 2022 - Oct 2022New York, Ny, UsIndependent Motion: Twelve Animated Films from Around the World | This original exhibition coordinated by the Marion Art Gallery and curated by Yvonne Grzenkowicz Founder and Executive Director of Animation Nights New York (ANNY), features animated films from nine different countries. Included are 2D, 3D, stop-motion, and virtual reality animated films from artists in the United Kingdom, Serbia; Ukraine, Portugal/Spain, Ireland, Bolivia/Germany, the United States, the Netherlands and China. All of these artists have participated in ANNY. -
Co-Owner / Executive DirectorAnimation For Adults May 2015 - PresentAnimation For Adults - a site for the adult animation aficionado.http://www.animationnforadults.comRESPONSIBILITIESSince 2016, I have recorded, edited, and produced video and audio podcast programming for broadcast using adobe audition, premiere pro, and after effects. I co-host podcast episodes and interview directors, producers, and culture leaders. -
Animator / DirectorEyesnare Inc Mar 2011 - PresentNew York, Ny, Us2d and 3d Animation / Interactive Design / Previz / Editing / Production / VR & WebXR / FullStack Development utilizing Maya, 3d Studio Max, Motionbuilder, Blender, Unity, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Audition, Flash, Procreate, Flipbook, Toon Boom Harmony, Illustrator, and Photoshop, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Mozilla Hubs Cloud, NoSQL, Javascript, Nodejs, Dynamodb, Gatsby, Next.js, Amplify, React, HTML, & CSS, A-Frame, Three.js, Unity/C#NYC SBS Certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)RESPONSIBILITIESI have created animation content for web, tv, and film with adobe suite, autodesk maya, 3d studio max, toon boom, flash, procreate, and traditional animation techniques. I have edited live action short form content and feature films with adobe premiere pro. I have worked on interactive motion graphics and digital media projects for social media marketing and entertainment brands. I currently produce 3DOF VR content, interactive content, webXR content, VR events, Animation Festivals, and special projects. -
Interim Co-Director Of The Hubs FoundationHubs Foundation May 2024 - PresentInterim co-director of the Hubs Foundation. Hubs is the open-source web-based virtual world platform that enables artists, creatives, and you to create 3D spaces and publish them online for anyone to visit. With just a click of a button, anyone around the world can enter and explore your scene, from almost any modern device. Use your scenes to effortlessly host virtual events with dozens of people, with full support for both voice and text chat. -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Apr 2024 - Apr 2024New York, Ny, UsWorld of Animation talk on International Animation, Animation Nights New York, ANNY Exchange, and New Platforms for Animation. -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Dec 2023 - Dec 2023New York, Ny, UsGuest Lecture on Animated Short Films, Animation Festivals, and Emerging Platforms. -
FounderTechstars Oct 2023 - Dec 2023New York City, New York, UsANNY Exchange is 1/21 startups selected to participate in 2023 cohort of the Techstars Founder Catalyst pre-accelerator by Stanley Black and Decker. -
Guest LecturerQueens College Nov 2023 - Nov 2023Queens, Ny, UsGuest Lecture on Animation, Animation Festivals, and Emerging Platforms. -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Oct 2023 - Oct 2023New York, Ny, UsTalk on ANNY Exchange, Animation Nights New York, & Animation for the Monochromatic Arts Class -
Entrepreneur In Residence | Project Director (Tiqc Innovation Lab Project)Research Foundation Of The City University Of New York Mar 2023 - Sep 2023New York, Ny, UsPilot Program for the Technical Incubator Queens College Innovation LabProgram Director for technical development, project development, project coordination, and project prototype build.Highlights: AWS/WebXR/Mozilla Hubs Cloud, Project Leader -
Founder FellowNew York City Economic Development Corporation Feb 2023 - Jul 2023New York, New York, UsThe Founder Fellowship program at TIQC, in partnership with NYCEDC, brings together a diverse mix of driven founders from around NYC to dive into the fundamentals of growing and scaling their business ventures through a fast-paced, interactive experience, brought to you by the Think8 Global Institute, WeLoveMentors, NYCEDC, and TIQC. -
Guest LecturerState University Of New York At Fredonia Sep 2022 - Sep 2022Fredonia, Ny, UsVisiting Artist ProgramGuest Lecturer & CuratorIndependent Motion: Twelve Animated Films from Around the WorldCathy & Jesse Marion Art GalleryRockefeller Arts CenterSUNY Fredonia -
Event SpeakerGlobal Big Data Conference Sep 2022 - Sep 2022Santa Clara, California, UsEvent Speaker2022 Global Metaverse Conference Topic: WebXR for Virtual Events -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Apr 2022 - Apr 2022New York, Ny, UsGuest Lecture on Animation, Festivals, and XR for the World of Animation. -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Dec 2021 - Dec 2021New York, Ny, UsLecture on Animation, Animation Nights New York, and web-based Virtual Reality Events. -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Apr 2021 - Apr 2021New York, Ny, UsWorld of Animation Guest Lecture on ANNY and the Future of Festivals -
Ves New York Board MemberVisual Effects Society Jan 2019 - Dec 2020Sherman Oaks, California, UsVES New York Section Board of Managers -
Guest LecturerBrooklyn College - Feirstein Graduate School Of Cinema Apr 2020 - Apr 2020Guest Lecture on Animation Festivals and WebXR Solutions. -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Dec 2019 - Dec 2019New York, Ny, UsGuest speaker for Animation History Class -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Nov 2019 - Nov 2019New York, Ny, UsGuest Speaker Animation Class -
Guest LecturerBrooklyn College - Feirstein Graduate School Of Cinema May 2019 - May 2019Guest Lecturer on Animation Festivals and Animation in XR for World of Animation -
Guest SpeakerSchool Of Visual Arts Apr 2019 - Apr 2019New York, Ny, UsGuest Speaker for World of Animation Class -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Dec 2018 - Dec 2018New York, Ny, UsHighlights of European Animation (Fall 2018) -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Jul 2018 - Jul 2018New York, Ny, UsNew York Animation Class. -
Guest LecturerBrooklyn College - Feirstein Graduate School Of Cinema May 2018 - May 2018Lecture on Festivals, VR, & the Future of Animation -
PanelistFestforums May 2018 - May 2018Santa Barbara, California, UsInspiration, imperatives & Insights: Light a spark under your festival! -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Mar 2018 - Mar 2018New York, Ny, UsWorld of Animation -
PanelistJump Into The Light Sep 2017 - Sep 2017New York, New York, UsProducing Animation for VRWith the recent releases of tools which facilitate content creation for animated VR experiences like AnimVR, Google's Blocks and prosumer motion capture rigs, producing animation for VR is more approachable than ever. Join these pioneers in the VR animation industry for a lively discussion on how animated VR content is pushing the boundaries of storytelling even further.Moderator: Mark Sternberg (REVRIE)Panelists: Paul Chambers (Sketchfab), Yvonne Grzenkowicz (ANNY), David Lobser (Black Box) -
PresenterNyvr Aug 2017 - Aug 2017NYVR Meetup at the NYC Microsoft Office
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Animation PanelistNyc Independent Film Festival May 2017 - May 2017Animation Panelist for the NYC Independent Film Festival with Andy London, Signe Baumane, and Tucker Klein at The Producers Club.
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Animation Panel JudgeSchool Of Visual Arts Apr 2017 - Apr 2017New York, Ny, UsJudge for the Dusty Film and Animation Festival (Animation Category) -
PanelistSchool Of Visual Arts Mar 2017 - Mar 2017New York, Ny, UsSchool of Visual Arts for invited Animation Nights New York, ASIFA East and Women in Animation to be part of a panel for their CG Animation Sophomores.WIA-NY President Lisa Goldman, ASIFA East President Katie Cropper Klein and ANNY Founder Yvonne Grzenkowicz participated in the panel discussion. John McIntosh, chair of the BFA Computer Art, Computer Animation and Visual Effects Department at SVA, moderated the talk. -
Guest LecturerSchool Of Visual Arts Feb 2017 - Feb 2017New York, Ny, UsGuest lecturer for A World of Animation, Spring 2017. -
Guest LecturerSuny Fredonia Technology Incubator Nov 2016 - Nov 2016State University of New York Fredonia, Technology Incubator, Art & Business Luncheon. -
Visiting Artist LecturerState University Of New York At Fredonia Nov 2016 - Nov 2016Fredonia, Ny, UsState University of New York, Fredonia Visiting Artist Program. All exhibitions made possible by the Fredonia College Foundation's Cathy and Jesse Marion Endowment Fund. -
Animator / Instructor / Co-LeaderThe Animation Project, Inc. Apr 2015 - Sep 2016New York, Ny, UsThe Animation Project nurtures the social, emotional and cognitive growth of at-risk teenagers, using digital art technology as a therapeutic medium and a workforce development tool.Project: Teaching box modeling and animation techniques to at-risk youth and young adults -
Freelance Animation / Motion Graphics/Wildchild/ + Bonch Mar 2015 - Jun 2016New York, UsFreelance After Effects Animation / Motion Graphics -
Co ProducerThird Annual Out To See Festival Dec 2015 - Apr 2016Co-Producer for the South Street Seaport District Third Annual Out to See Festival (Jan-Apr), sponsored by Little Water Radio with generous support from the Howard Hughes Corporation.
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Freelance Motion Graphics (Remote)811Media Jun 2014 - Jan 2015New York, Ny, UsAfter Effects / Premiere Pro Motion Graphics for various fashion, beauty and lifestyle video series.Project: WetPaint -
Lead Animator (Remote)Dreamworkstv Mar 2014 - Dec 2014Animation, asset build, compositing for the animated children's comedy webisode series "Public Pool" (Episodes 3 - 13) created by David Fremont and Jimbo Matison
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Freelance Animator (Remote)Robots And Cupcakes, Llc Mar 2014 - Nov 2014Animation for iOS apps and digital publishing
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Freelance 3D AnimatorNapoleon Group Jun 2012 - Dec 20133d Animation and Motion Capture integration for commercial spots (previz) utilizing Maya / Vicon Blade
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Lead Animator / Interactive Designer / CompositorOrbit360 New York, Inc. Apr 2013 - Aug 2013New York, Ny, UsFlash / After Effects Asset Creation, Character Animation, and Premiere Pro / Adobe Encoder Video Compositing / Rendering for a Merchant Presentation Video / Explainer Video.Project: Merchant Video -
Freelance Lead Animator / Compositor (Remote)Magnet Media Jun 2013 - Jul 2013New York, Ny, UsAfter Effects/Illustrator rig build, scene design, asset build, character animation, and compositing for a promotional video spot. Project: Socialcast by vmware DWTW campaign -
Freelance 3D AnimatorEdit One Mar 2013 - Jun 20133d Animation and Motion Capture integration for commercial spots (previz) utilizing Maya / xsens MVN Studio
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Freelance Animator (Remote)Dirt Empire Apr 2013 - May 2013Brooklyn, New York, UsHand drawn digital animationProject: Portugal. The Man 2013 Evil Friends Tour (Live Visuals) -
Freelance AnimatorHifi 3D Mar 2013 - Mar 2013Brooklyn, UsMaya 3d Creature Animation for Feature FilmProject: "The Starving Games" -
Freelance AnimatorThelab Feb 2013 - Feb 2013Brooklyn, New York, UsMaya 3d animationProject: LEGO -
Animator / Interactive DesignerCreative Circle Mar 2011 - Feb 2013Los Angeles, Ca, Us2d and 3d Animator / Interactive Designer utilizing Maya, 3d Studio Max, Motionbuilder, After Effects, Flash, AS2/AS3, Flipbook, Sketchbook Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop -
(Freelance) Lead AnimatorBajibot Media, Inc. Sep 2012 - Oct 2012New York, UsCommercial Broadcast Spot 3d animation utilizing 3d Studio Max and BipedProject: YMCA Commercial Broadcast Spot-----Recommendation from Vincent Mei Founder, Bajibot Media, Inc.I had the pleasure to work on an intense project with Yvonne. Not only she quickly adapted to a 3D package that she wasn't familiar with, but applied her extraordinary character animation skills and gave lives to the characters in our project. Yvonne is a trooper, and a team player, we pulled off a great result within an impossible timeline. I look forward to the next time we collaborate.October 23, 2012 -
3D Animator321 Launch Jun 2012 - Sep 2012New York, Ny, Us3d Animation and Mocap Cleanup for commercial spots and commercial previz utilizing Maya and Motion Builder. -
AnimatorCallaway Digital Arts Feb 2012 - Jun 2012Animation, Rig Development, Prototype Development, and Prototype Testing for children's digital publishing (ipad/iphone/itouch devices).Project: Sesame Street's "The Great Cookie Thief . . . Starring Cookie Monster" -
3D Animator321 Launch Dec 2011 - Feb 2012New York, Ny, Us3d Animation and Mocap Cleanup for commercial spots utilizing Maya and Motion Builder. -
Animator - Project HireGotham Inc. Dec 2011 - Dec 2011New York, Ny, UsAnimation for social apps utilizing FlashProject: Denny's social app -
Interactive DesignerWebmd Oct 2006 - Mar 2011UsDevelopment, design, animation, and presentation of interactive flash iDetails / flash banners. -
Flash DesignerCreative Circle 2005 - 2007Los Angeles, Ca, UsFlash timeline and AS animation for banner ads and interactive presentations. -
Website Design And DevelopmentFreelance 2001 - 2007Website design and development using HTML/Dreamweaver and Flash/Actionscript
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Flash DesignerMedsite Feb 2006 - Oct 2006Design, animation, and presentation of interactive flash iDetails / flash banners
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Flash DesignerUgo Networks 2005 - 2006UsDesign and animation of flash banners and interactive website games -
Flash DesignerDeep Focus 2005 - 2006Design and animation of flash banners -
3D Artist (Project Hire)Fcb Health 2005 - 2006New York, Ny, UsProduct modeling and rendering in Maya -
HtmlJesse James Creative 2005 - 2006Website management and maintenance
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Architect'S AssistantLoftworks Design 2004 - 2005Assisted architect with ongoing design and construction of penthouse rooftop extensions.
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Cad DesignerRga Architects & Planners 2000 - 2004Architectural drafting in AutoCAD and model building in 3D Studio Viz
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Executive AssistantRga Architects & Planners 1998 - 2000401(K) Plan administration, bookkeeping, payroll processing, and secretarial responsibilities.
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ColumnistFlagpole Magazine 1991 - 1993Athens, Georgia, UsResponsible for Art column art show listings and articles for Flagpole Magazine.
Yvonne Grzenkowicz Education Details
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Animation MentorCharacter Animation -
Animation MentorAdvanced Animal And Creature Animation -
IanimateAnimation -
Pixar Artist'S Masterclass NycAnimation & Story Development -
Animation MentorAdvanced Character Animation -
Bill Plympton Animation Class2D Short Film -
School Of Visual Arts3D Studio Max Adv. Class -
Consulting For Architects3D Studio Viz -
Art Students League Of New YorkPainting And Drawing -
School Of The Museum Of Fine ArtsPainting And Drawing -
The University Of GeorgiaPainting And Drawing
Frequently Asked Questions about Yvonne Grzenkowicz
What company does Yvonne Grzenkowicz work for?
Yvonne Grzenkowicz works for Animation Nights New York (Anny)
What is Yvonne Grzenkowicz's role at the current company?
Yvonne Grzenkowicz's current role is Creative Technologist | Create, Curate, and Connect. | Founder of Animation Nights New York / ANNY Exchange + Co-Owner of Animation for Adults + Interim Co-Director of the Hubs Foundation | VES Member.
What schools did Yvonne Grzenkowicz attend?
Yvonne Grzenkowicz attended Animation Mentor, Animation Mentor, Ianimate, Pixar Artist's Masterclass Nyc, Animation Mentor, Bill Plympton Animation Class, School Of Visual Arts, Consulting For Architects, Art Students League Of New York, School Of The Museum Of Fine Arts, The University Of Georgia.
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