Medical Animation & Illustration Specialist

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About Me

Jenna Espeseth is a scientific animator with a strong educational background from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She brings passion and enthusiasm to every project she takes on, showcasing her versatility across many different art styles.

Jenna is known for her collaborative approach and adaptability, making her a valuable asset to any team. Her expertise in multiple software and mediums further enhances her ability to tackle diverse projects with ease. In summary, Jenna is a talented 3D generalist who consistently delivers outstanding results.

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Greetings,

I'm Jenna, a talented medical animator and cartoonist working out of Pennsylvania but hailing from the vibrant city of Portland, Oregon. I studied at The University of Illinois at Chicago, where I earned a Masters of Science in Biomedical Visualization. My education spans both the sciences and arts, with a Bachelors of Science and Associates of Arts also under my belt. My diverse background equips me with a deep understanding of anatomy, psychology, physiology, and pathology.

In my work, I get to bring ideas to life through animation. It's something I'm really passionate about, and I love diving into each project with creativity and enthusiasm.


Outside of work, you can usually find me curled up with my cat watching movies, baking up a storm in the kitchen, or having a blast with friends over a game of Dungeons & Dragons. Balancing my professional ambitions with my personal interests keeps me feeling inspired and fulfilled.

All the best,
Jenna Espeseth

MS in Biomedical Visualization
BS in Organismal Biology
Associates in the Arts

AWARDS

 

AVA Digital Awards 2024

Platinum Award

Nucleus's 25th Anniversary Reel was awarded Platinum for Long Form Video format by the AMCP and the AVA Digital Awards! The highest honor in the category.

SIGGRAPH 2023

Showreel Winner

Contributed animation and editing to Nucleus Medical Media’s 25 year anniversary retrospective video. Which was accepted into the 2023 SiGGRAPH Conference’s Electronic Theater Retrospective Celebration that highlighted groundbreaking moments in computer graphics over the last 50 years.

 

SPECIALIZATIONS

  • Illustration

  • 3D Animation

  • Video Editing

EXPERTISE

  • Visual Storytelling

  • Neurology

  • Human Anatomy

  • Vertebrate Physiology

  • Pathophysiology

  • Cell Biology

  • Natural Sciences

  • Molecular Biology

  • Chiropterology

  • Social Sciences

  • Psychology

  • Disability awareness

  • Ethics

  • Gamification

  • Game Design

PRODUCTION SKILLS

  • Storyboarding

  • 2D and 3D animation, Motion Graphics

  • Project Management

  • AR & VR development (Augmented and/or Virtual Reality)

  • Academic Writing

  • Graphic Design

  • 3D Modeling

  • Illustration

  • CAT Rigging and Skinning

  • Character Animation

  • Script Writing

  • Game Development

  • Game Design

  • Creative Direction

  • Cartooning, Comics, sequential graphics development

  • Front End Programming, HTML and CSS

  • Creative Writing

  • Character Design

  • Film Editing

  • Special Effects and Post Production

SOFTWARE

  • Adobe Creative Suite

    • Adobe Photoshop, After effects, Animate, Xd, Illustrator, In Design, Premiere, and Captivate

  • Blender

    • Eevee, Cycles, Grease Pencil, Geometry Nodes

  • Maxon Software

    • ZBrush, Cinema 4D, Redshift, Red Giant

  • Autodesk Software

    • 3DStudio Max, Redshift, Arnold, CAT Rigging, Mudbox

  • Gigapixel AI

    • Topaz AI Upscaling

  • Spotlight

  • Black Magic Design

    • DaVinci Resolve

  • Unity

    • VRSDK, ARSDK, VRCSDK3, Vuforia Augmented Reality SDK

  • Toonboom Studio

  • DragonFrame

  • Sony Vegas

  • Clip Studio Paint

  • EBsynth

  • UCSF Chimera

EXPERIENCE

Havas & Prose on Pixels - Medical Animator, Storyboard Artist

  • Leveraged my expertise in conceptualization, illustration, 3D asset creation, texture mapping, and animation to produce high-quality medical visuals.

  • Conducted in-depth research and collaborated with experts to develop accurate and compelling storyboards for medical animations.

  • Partnered with a team of animators to create detailed animations depicting complex molecular interactions and respiratory conditions.

  • Synthesized scientific materials into lifelike, dynamic animations, then optimized assets for efficient rendering without compromising quality.

Medmovie - Creative Director, Medical Animator

  • Created visual representations of complex medical processes, including cellular activity and protein MOA (mechanism of action).

  • Combined artistic skills with scientific knowledge to research and develop storyboards for molecular animations.

  • Collaborated with medical writers and editors to develop animations about cutting edge pharmaceutical research.

  • Interacted with clients via email and in meetings

  • Lead a team of animators to build 6 animations under a tight deadline, organizing, managing, and coordinating a cohesive look, and feel across all animations while maximizing work-flow efficiency.

Nucleus Medical Media - Medical Animator

  • Spearheaded efforts to enhance health literacy through dynamic animations.

  • Vital team member in the creation of engaging animated content tailored for patients, educators, and professionals.

  • Conducted comprehensive research on various medical subjects including anatomy, pathology, and molecular biology to ensure accuracy and depth of content.

  • Crafted compelling proposals for the development of animation projects, showcasing a strong ability to communicate ideas effectively.

  • Refined animation scripts to ensure clarity and coherence of the storyline.