Kaye Gunter
About Kaye Gunter
Kaye Gunter is a Senior 2D Artist and Animator at Big Viking Games in Toronto, Ontario, with over a decade of experience in the animation industry. She specializes in creating engaging 2D animations for casual games and actively mentors junior artists while contributing to collaborative projects.
Work at Big Viking Games
Kaye Gunter has been employed at Big Viking Games since 2020, serving as a Senior 2D Artist & Animator. In this role, Gunter has contributed to the development of casual games, focusing on enhancing user engagement through innovative 2D animations. Prior to this position, Gunter worked as an Intermediate 2D Artist & Animator at the same company from 2017 to 2020. Gunter has participated in collaborative projects, working closely with game designers to create engaging characters and environments.
Education and Expertise
Kaye Gunter studied at Sheridan College, where Gunter completed a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Animation from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, Gunter studied Art Fundamentals at Sheridan College from 2003 to 2004. Gunter possesses advanced skills in Adobe Animate, which have been essential for creating dynamic animations for mobile games. Gunter's educational background and technical skills contribute to a strong portfolio that showcases a variety of styles and techniques in 2D animation.
Background in Animation
Before joining Big Viking Games, Kaye Gunter worked in various animation roles. Gunter served as an Animation Assistant at Huminah Huminah Animation for three months in 2007. From 2008 to 2012, Gunter worked at DHX Media as a Flash Artist/Animator. Following this, Gunter worked as a Flash Animator at Sago Mini from 2013 to 2014. Gunter has also been freelancing in Art & Animation since 2012, accumulating over a decade of experience in the field.
Mentorship and Guidance
At Big Viking Games, Kaye Gunter is actively involved in mentoring junior artists. Gunter provides guidance on animation techniques and industry best practices, helping to develop the skills of emerging talent in the animation field. This mentorship role reflects Gunter's commitment to fostering growth and knowledge-sharing within the creative community.
Portfolio and Creative Skills
Kaye Gunter has developed a strong portfolio that showcases a range of styles and techniques in 2D animation. This portfolio reflects Gunter's versatility and creativity as an artist. Gunter's advanced skills in Adobe Animate have been instrumental in producing dynamic animations, particularly for mobile games, highlighting Gunter's ability to adapt to various project requirements.