Krista Weltner
About Krista Weltner
Krista Weltner is a Puppet Fabricator at LAIKA, LLC, advocating for dyslexia awareness and contributing to children's literature as an active member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. With a background in puppet arts and extensive experience in the industry, she has worked for notable companies including Netflix and Animax Designs.
Work at LAIKA
Krista Weltner has been employed at LAIKA, LLC as a Puppet Fabricator Fabricator since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the creation of puppets for animated films, utilizing her specialized skills in puppet fabrication. LAIKA is known for its innovative stop-motion animation and has produced acclaimed films that often feature intricate puppet designs.
Previous Experience in Animation
Before joining LAIKA, Krista Weltner worked at Netflix on the project Wendell and Wild as a Hair and Fur Specialist from 2019 to 2021. Her responsibilities included managing the hair and fur details of puppets, which are critical for achieving realistic character designs. Prior to that, she was employed at Animax Designs, Inc. as a Figure Finisher from 2016 to 2019, where she finalized puppet figures for various productions.
Education and Expertise
Krista Weltner holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Puppet Arts from the University of Connecticut, where she studied from 2013 to 2016. She also earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Theater Design and Technology with a focus on Costume Design from the University of Evansville, completing her studies there from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both puppet fabrication and theatrical design.
Advocacy and Community Involvement
Krista Weltner is an advocate for dyslexia awareness, leveraging her personal experiences to educate and support others facing similar challenges. She is an active member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), contributing to the community of children's literature through her involvement and expertise in storytelling and illustration.
Early Career and Contributions
In the early stages of her career, Krista Weltner worked as a Graduate Assistant at the University of Connecticut from 2014 to 2016. She also gained experience as a Production Assistant at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center during the National Puppetry Conference in 2016. These roles helped her develop her skills in puppet production and theater arts.