Takeover Tuesday with Antoinie Eugene
An interview with Antoinie Eugene: a freelance Motion Graphics Animator based out of Tampa who loves to be engaged creatively.
Interviewer: Bella Alfonsi
Read time: 5min
Bella:
Thanks for joining us for Takeover Tuesday, Antoinie! Can you please give us a lil' intro?
Antoinie:
Hi! My name is Antoinie Eugene and I am a Motion Designer who loves to explore the endless creative possibilities in design/ animation and how it can be applied across various platforms.
Bella:
How did you get into the motion design industry? Do you have any formal training or are you self-taught?
Antoinie:
I got into the motion graphics industry after seeing my brothers take on a passion for animation learning. It was extremely inspiring talking to them about the projects they would create from scratch and seeing the work this industry puts out. It made me realize that we see motion graphics daily on our screens and in advertising. I started learning through online courses and Youtube tutorials then took on freelance work doing logo animations the same year. It has been a challenging yet fulfilling ride ever since.
A scene Antoinie worked on for Sarah Beth Morgan’s Film “Between Lines”
Bella:
Do you have any advice for fellow freelancers trying to go full-time?
Antoinie:
Going to events such as conferences and meetups has been an amazing way to meet people in industry and connect on social media or linked in. You may find the opportunity to show a studio owner or producer who's looking to hire what you've been working on!
Bella:
Where do you find inspiration? How do you combat burnout?
Antoinie:
Every work day I like to briefly look at motion channels that post new work. Good Moves TV, Wine after Coffee, and good ole instagram feed has tons of inspiration to pull from and add to my never ending reference library.
Tom Petty Project Antoinie worked on.
Bella:
What would you tell someone who is trying to "find their style"?
Antoinie:
I am still trying to "find my style" and for me it starts with the basics. Getting a comfortable seat with the fundamentals and learning the techniques that set a foundation for you to explore more freely as you progress. We know so many artists for their unique style but need to consider that most of them started with art principles and amateur looking work. It's all a part of the process.
Bella:
Do you have a "dream client" that you'd like to work with?
Antoinie:
A dream client / job of mine is Headspace. I am a long time user of the app and have explored meditation with their courses and Netflix shows. The smooth animations on their social feed paired with relaxing sounds are my favorite videos to ogle at and listen to! Especially with most media being overstimulating these days. I also love the company culture. Of course a company who focuses on meditation would have amazing work life balance!
Another from from “Between Lines” short film.
Bella:
What are your favorite programs to use? Are there any plugins or expressions you use often?
Antoinie:
My favorite program to use is After Effects. That's the bread and butter right there!
Bella:
What's your proudest moment in your career thus far?
Antoinie:
I got to contribute to "Between Lines", a short film and passion project put together by Sarah Beth Morgan. Being a part of this incredible two year journey has been an unforgettable highlight. I collaborated with a group of exceptionally talented women and we came together for the premiere in Brooklyn. I'm deeply grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of such a remarkable experience.
Bella:
What's the future look like for you?
Antoinie:
I am now working with Warner Bros Discovery / MAX and learning a lot as it is my first time actually in an office setting!
Antoinie showcasing the new 3D hand model Mandy who can be customizable to represent different skin tones and genders.