Valerie Villeneuve
About Valerie Villeneuve
Valerie Villeneuve is an experienced animation professional currently serving as an Animation Supervisor and Lead Animator at Guru Studio, where she has worked since 2013. She has held various roles in the animation industry, including positions at Oasis Animation Inc., Pip Animation, and Kratt Brothers Company.
Current Role at Guru Studio
Valerie Villeneuve serves as both Lead Animator and Animation Supervisor at Guru Studio. She has held the position of Lead Animator since 2019, contributing to various projects over the past five years. In addition, she has been functioning as Animation Supervisor since 2021, overseeing animation processes and guiding the animation team for three years.
Previous Experience in Animation
Valerie has an extensive background in animation, having worked at several notable companies. She was a Senior Animator at Guru Studio from 2013 to 2016. Prior to that, she worked at Kratt Brothers Company in various roles, including Senior 2D Animator from 2018 to 2021 and Senior Animator in 2012 and 2017. Additionally, she worked at Pip Animation as a Flash Animator from 2012 to 2013 and at Oasis Animation Inc. as a 2D Animator in multiple stints.
Education and Training in Animation
Valerie Villeneuve studied at Cegep du Vieux Montreal, where she focused on 2D Animation. She completed her studies with a Quebec college diploma (DEC) between 2003 and 2006. This educational background provided her with foundational skills and knowledge essential for her career in animation.
Early Career in Animation
Valerie began her career in animation with roles at Oasis Animation Inc. and TouTenKartoon. She worked as a 2D Animator at Oasis Animation Inc. in 2008 and again in 2011 to 2012. Additionally, she spent ten months at TouTenKartoon from 2010 to 2011. These early experiences contributed to her development as an animator.