What I Did (Process)

Story Development & Scriptwriting
Crafted the narrative concept and final script, shaping "Gene" as a warm, empathetic narrator who guides viewers through abstract scientific content with clarity and heart. Worked closely with genetic counselors to ensure scientific rigor while avoiding overly technical exposition.

Performance Capture & Animation Integration
Performed real-time facial animation for the character “Gene” using Adobe’s Character Animator software, as part of an innovative pipeline featured by Adobe for its novel use of motion capture in medical storytelling. Helped bridge the technical and creative layers between performance, timing, and post-production.

Production & Cross-Team Coordination
Oversaw production timelines, deliverables, and team flow—balancing a hybrid 2D/3D animation pipeline across distributed artists. Collaborated directly with the director, lead animator, and a range of animation specialists, ensuring consistent style and scientific alignment.

Score Composition & Sound Design Direction
Composed the original score to support pacing, tone, and thematic cohesion. Worked with the director and animators to ensure musical cues complemented visual transitions and emotional beats.

Medical SME Engagement
Served as primary liaison with medical and genetic experts, translating their input into actionable creative decisions across story, visuals, and terminology. Helped preserve medical nuance while ensuring clarity for patients and non-specialist audiences.