Isi Matasavage
About Isi Matasavage
Isi Matasavage is a Creative Marketing Assistant Project Manager at LAIKA Studios, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a Master's degree in Organizational Communication from DePaul University and has extensive experience in creative marketing and production within the animation industry.
Work at LAIKA Studios
Isi Matasavage has held multiple roles at LAIKA Studios, a prominent animation studio known for its stop-motion films. She began her tenure as a Creative Marketing Assistant from 2020 to 2021, where she contributed to marketing initiatives. Following this, she served as a Creative Marketing Coordinator from 2021 to 2023, further developing her skills in project management and creative marketing. Currently, she is employed as a Creative Marketing Assistant Project Manager, a position she has held since 2022. Her work at LAIKA aligns with her passion for children's and family animation.
Education and Expertise
Isi Matasavage holds a Master's degree in Organizational Communication from DePaul University, where she studied from 2018 to 2020 and graduated Magna Cum Laude. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies from the same institution, graduating Cum Laude in 2019. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in creative marketing and project management within the animation industry.
Background in Production and Marketing
Before her current role at LAIKA Studios, Isi Matasavage gained diverse experience in production and marketing. She interned as a Stop Motion Production Intern at Bix Pix Entertainment in 2017. Additionally, she worked as a Career Advisor at DePaul University's Career Center, focusing on media, communication, arts, and entertainment. Her experience also includes roles at WarnerMedia and EvolveHer, where she developed skills in digital production and podcast editing.
Professional Experience in Education and Arts
Isi Matasavage has held various positions in educational and artistic settings. At DePaul University, she worked as a New Member Assistant, Information Desk Receptionist, and Campus Tour Guide. She also served as the Alumni, Marketing, & PR Coordinator for Camp Kesem at DePaul University. Her long-term role at the Los Angeles Philharmonic as a Theatre Attendant and Usher from 2014 to 2018 further showcases her commitment to the arts.
Early Career and Passion for Animation
Isi Matasavage's early career includes working as a Google Affiliate Blogger for Tumblr from 2010 to 2013 and as a Production Assistant and Script Supervisor at The Raven Playhouse from 2011 to 2012. Her strong passion for children's and family animation has been a guiding factor in her career choices, influencing her work at LAIKA Studios and her educational pursuits.