Nikkie Stinchcombe

Sheridan College graduate (BAA, Illustration) with 10+ years of experience in graphic design, illustration, and motion graphics for film, television, and digital media. Combines a passion for visual storytelling with expertise in pipeline optimization for animation and interactive projects.

Freelance Illustration & Graphic Design

• Developed character concept art and illustrations in diverse styles for clients including Kurzgesagt (In a Nutshell), Spin Master, Guru Studio and MadeImage Films.

• Designed editorial artwork, game assets, and motion graphics for organizations like Women in STEM, Salty Croc Interactive and the Toronto School Board.

• Established visual branding and art direction for indie creators and events, including Unfiltered Gamer, Lucy Darling and the Toronto Burlesque Festival.

• Designed print and digital assets, including web pages, infographics, PowerPoint presentations, and logos for brands like Johnson & Johnson, Allergan, and AbbVie, while maintaining brand standards across all deliverables.

• Art Director for Youtube's Crash Course series: transforming scripts into visuals, providing creative guidance, and ensuring content accuracy with educational experts.

• Lead Illustrator for YouTube's Crash Course series: created weekly characters, props, and backgrounds while streamlining layered files for efficient After Effects animation pipeline.

• Graphic Designer for the Smithsonian Channel's History By the Numbers television series: cutting, layering, and designing vibrant collage-style sequences to bring archival photos to life through engaging motion design narratives.

BAA in Illustration – Sheridan College