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Daiqi C.

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About Daiqi


Bio

I am a professional animator and designer with a strong educational foundation in animation and digital arts. I graduated with honors from the School of Visual Arts in New York City in 2019, where my thesis film was selected as an outstanding graduation project. Before that, I studied animation at the Communication University of China, where I gained both classical and digital training. My professional experience includes working as a 2D animator at Buck Design, collaborating on high-profile...

I am a professional animator and designer with a strong educational foundation in animation and digital arts. I graduated with honors from the School of Visual Arts in New York City in 2019, where my thesis film was selected as an outstanding graduation project. Before that, I studied animation at the Communication University of China, where I gained both classical and digital training. My professional experience includes working as a 2D animator at Buck Design, collaborating on high-profile projects for clients such as Apple, Meta, Google, EA Sports, and Netflix. Alongside studio work, I also co-founded an independent animation studio, where I continue to create original animated content.

In addition to my professional work, I have experience mentoring and guiding students and peers in animation, from technical foundations to creative storytelling. I am comfortable teaching a wide range of animation methods, including traditional 2D, digital cut-out, motion graphics, storyboarding, and concept development. My approach to tutoring is project-based and student-centered: I encourage learners to explore their own creative ideas while guiding them through the technical skills needed to bring their stories to life. I adapt my teaching style depending on the student’s age, level, and goals—whether it is helping a beginner understand the basics of timing and spacing or supporting an advanced student in refining their portfolio.

As a tutor, my goal is not only to teach software and techniques, but also to inspire confidence, creativity, and critical thinking. I believe animation is a powerful medium that combines art, design, and storytelling, and I love helping students unlock their own voices within it. Whether you are preparing for art school, building a portfolio, or simply exploring animation as a new skill, I can provide structured lessons and personalized feedback to support your journey.


Education

Communication University of China
Animation
School of Visual Arts
Masters
Communication University of China
Masters

Additional Languages

Mandarin Chinese

Policies

  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person
  • Hourly Rate: $50
  • Travel policy: Within 20 miles of Brooklyn, NY 11235
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • No background check

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Adobe After Effects

Adobe After Effects

I have over 3 years of experience working with Adobe After Effects, specializing in motion graphics and animation. My expertise includes keyframing, masking, expressions, and designing polished motion graphics for a variety of creative projects. I enjoy helping students understand both the technical tools and the creative process so they can confidently bring their own ideas to life. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, I provide step-by-step, project-based guidance.
Adobe Flash

Adobe Flash

I have over 10 years of experience using Adobe Animate (formerly Flash) to create professional 2D animations. I am highly skilled in the program’s core features, including lip-syncing, scene and timeline management, symbol creation, and object animation. I have applied these techniques to a wide range of projects for major clients, and I enjoy teaching students how to use Animate effectively to bring their creative ideas to life.
Animation

Animation

I am a professional 2D animator with over 10 years of industry experience, specializing in character animation, storyboarding, and visual storytelling. My expertise includes mastering the 12 principles of animation and applying them to bring characters to life with believable acting and emotion. In addition to my technical skills, I guide students in developing strong storytelling, timing, and performance, helping them create compelling animations from concept to final execution.
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Tutor that believes in structure and strong fundamental foundation for seamless learning

Daiqi is an outstanding tutor and is highly recommended for any and all subjects! She ensures that her learning materials, lesson content and flow introduces the concepts through foundational structures that when understood could help streamline the learning of layered or complex concepts. She calmly and patiently addresses all the questions and makes learning a lot easier! Her upfront effort to tailor the learning materials ensures that lesson progresses with ease!

Andy, 1 lesson with Daiqi
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