storyboards

the door

captain ahab

Script from Star Trek: First Contact

vacation cut short

short comics

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sketches

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gestures & shorthand

sketchbook

story moments

Based on real-life events.

illustration

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2d animation

character design

Live2D rigging showcase

video editing

shrimp fried rice

1-minute 2D animated short film.
Responsible for all aspects of production: animation, color grading, compositing, timing, and sound design.

24 HOUR SPEEDRUN

Promotional countdown video for a 24-hour charity livestream.
Responsible for all aspects of production: animation, color grading, compositing, timing, and sound design.

TEAM SQUASH & SLAY

30-second animated short film for a 24-hour animation contest.
Responsible for color grading, timing, and sound design.

volcano king coffee

Responsible for color grading, effects, timing, and sound design.
Short-form video for Tiktok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, etc.
Client: Volcano King Coffee

i'm ema with one m!

I am a Japanese-American creative working in animation production and development, based in Northern California. I am currently pursuing a BFA degree in Animation/Illustration at San Jose State University, with a concentration in Story.I love stories that explore deep interpersonal relationships. From subversive comedy to action to suspense, there is no stone I leave unturned as an opportunity to highlight the joy of having a community.In my free time, I enjoy watching and analyzing films, sketching at cafes, playing story-focused games, and volunteering at my local cat adoption center.