Tatiana Youpa

Tatiana Youpa

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Creative Producer in Animation and Children's Media

  • Education

    • Marina High School

      2010 - 2014
      High School Diploma

      Activities and Societies: Freshman Class Vice President, Junior Class President, Yearbook Editor Graduated as salutatorian

    • New York University

      2014 - 2018
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) Cinema Studies and Film & TV Production

      Activities and Societies: Study Abroad Special Program: TV Comedy Writing & Production in Sydney, Australia (Spring 2017)

  • Experience

    • Monterey Peninsula College Theater Company

      May 2012 - Nov 2012

      • Organized and maintained inventory of props• Set and striked props during scene changes• Cleaned props • Facilitated communication between actors and stage manager• Organized and maintained inventory of props

      • Prop Manager

        Sept 2012 - Nov 2012
      • Assistant Stage Manager

        May 2012 - Aug 2012
    • Monterey Peninsula College Theater Company

      Mar 2013 - Jun 2013
      Stage Manager

      • Ran rehearsals• Set props during performances• Oversaw show performances

    • Monterey Peninsula College Theater Company

      Sept 2013 - Nov 2013
      Prop Manager

      • Organized and maintained inventory of props• Set and striked props during scene changes• Cleaned props

    • Cinema Studies Department of NYU

      Sept 2014 - May 2018
      Archive Assistant

      • Webmaster of the William K. Everson Collection; maintained and updated website regularly using WinSCP and Dreamweaver (https://www.nyu.edu/projects/wke/index.php)• Digitized hundreds of press kits from the WKE Collection• Handled sensitive and delicate archive materials such as paper syllabi, film stock, press kits, and program notes• Trained in projecting, handling, and repairing 16mm film• Assisted students, faculty, and administrators with audio/visual or other technical problems• Checked films in and out for use by professors and students using FileMaker database• Cataloged hundreds of new acquisitions into FileMaker database by researching technical specs and credits • Trained new hires in projecting, cataloging, and handling archival materials• Assisted in coordinating and executing special departmental events Show less

    • The Gotham Group

      May 2015 - Aug 2015
      Development Intern

      • Wrote script and book coverage for top industry clients on time-sensitive submissions• Conducted research for confidential film, television, and literary projects in development• Worked closely with managers and assistants specializing in animation, children's media, and children's literature• Oversaw reception area, directed visitors, accepted packages, and answered phones, as well as ensured the kitchens and communal areas were tidy, clean and fully stocked

    • Elemental Path

      Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
      Content Intern

      • Worked collaboratively with a small team to design, code, test, and debug games and activities implemented in CogniToys Dino• Researched potential age-appropriate material and how to best address children in an engaging and coherent manner• Assessed gameplay by observing children play with the Dino and analyzing gameplay logs to improve user interactions with Dino• Accelerated content implementation by efficiently and reliably coding content using an in-house developed scripting language Show less

    • New York International Children's Film Festival

      Sept 2017 - Apr 2018
      Programming Intern

      • Assisted with organization and selection of films, including tracking, identifying, and securing content• Conducted extensive research on animation and children's film festivals and filmmakers• Managed hundreds of festival submissions via Withoutabox• Created and maintained film databases using spreadsheets• Provided written critical observations and analysis of submissions• Established and maintained relationships with film community professionals including talent, producers, distributors, and film programmers• Performed community outreach by going to local businesses and organizations with promotional material for the festival• Reorganized Google Drive files to ensure clarity and ease of finding materials• Assisted at field trips and film camps Show less

    • Nickelodeon Animation

      May 2018 - Aug 2024

      Partners with showrunners and overseas animation studio to understand and advocate for production and story needs, styles, and goals on Nick Jr.'s CG-animated series "Blaze and the Monster Machines"• Develops and manages schedules, databases, and trackers, ensuring adherence to timelines and milestones throughout pre-production, production, and post-production stages• Communicates frequently with network executives and overseas animation studio leadership to track progress and manage risks without sacrificing quality or creative vision• Assigns and supervises work across multiple departments, consistently delegating and mentoring to optimize productivity and efficiency• Guides team of designers, storyboard artists, editors, and animators throughout production process with a constant eye towards creating age-appropriate content and meeting STEM curriculum goals• Leads creative feedback sessions on scripts, storyboards, animation, and design to ensure story needs are met and complex notes are executed, providing mock-ups and paint overs when neededPRE-PRODUCTION• Manages schedule for storyboard artists and director within parameters of show's network-approved schedule and budget• Contributes to artistic staffing• Reviews and provides notes on storyboards, animatics, designs, and Maya assets at all stagesPRODUCTION• Communicates regularly with overseas studio regarding the status of work• Reviews all aspects of animation, lighting, and VFX, providing guidance to overseas studio in a timely manner• Ensures overseas studio consistently adheres to quality and style of showPOST-PRODUCTION• Reviews initial assembly of picture and ensures all notes are sent to overseas studio in a timely manner• Reviews retakes and ensures that all retakes are cut into final picture Show less Collaborates with artists and producers to guide and enhance the overall look of Nick Jr.'s CG-animated series "Blaze and the Monster Machines"• Acts as key liaison between NY office and overseas animation studio for design, modeling, surfacing, VFX, and motion graphics• Reviews and provides creative feedback on all concept design, Maya assets, and animation passes to ensure story needs are being met and the producers' visions are achieved• Conveys artistic direction of shots, scenes, and episodes in all stages of production to animation studio• Attends and takes notes in all Design, Animatic, and Animation meetings with animation studio• Oversees asset deliveries by tracking notes, distributing, and filing all passes to and from animation studio• Coordinates design reviews and discussions between producers and animation studio• Manages a 2D-animated STEM demonstration team, dedicated to interpreting complicated STEM topics and creating age-appropriate visuals to clearly communicate the curriculum concepts at the heart of each episode Show less Provided support to the entire production on Nick Jr.'s "Blaze and the Monster Machines"• Tracked expenses and prepared expense reports for production management• Frequently updated and distributed internal production schedules and trackers• Took notes in production meetings and distributed relevant information• Assisted with on-location research testing at tri-state area pre-schools• Coordinated all travel arrangements and logistics for executive producers, including creating detailed itineraries• Organized and archived production assets and media deliveries by properly filing, labeling, and distributing materials for ease of access and reference• Handled preparation of cue sheets, including reviewing, editing, and correcting• Created and compiled submission materials for awards such as Daytime Emmys, Annie Awards, Peabody, etc.• Assisted with coordinating on-boarding paperwork and training for new hires• Planned events such as holiday parties, crew outings, wrap parties, etc.• Updated IMDb credits• Evaluated final delivery proxies• General office management duties, e.g. maintaining office supplies, assisting with paperwork, conducting office tours Show less

      • Storyboard Director, Song Sequences

        Apr 2023 - Aug 2024
      • Creative Manager

        Sept 2021 - Aug 2024
      • Design Coordinator

        Aug 2019 - Sept 2021
      • Production Assistant

        May 2018 - Aug 2019
    • Nickelodeon

      Aug 2024 - now
      Associate Producer, Preschool Digital Development

      • Supervises creative development and production across multiple properties for Nick Jr.’s digital-first approach to launch new preschool and kids series on YouTube in support of brand/franchise strategies• Develops and implements schedules, budgets, and workflows for new and growing team, effectively tracking progress and ensuring adherence to strict timelines and budget constraints• Works closely with Channel Management and Audience Development teams to create detailed content strategies that align production and delivery of final assets in support of franchise priorities and timelines• Uphold brand guidelines and have a keen understanding of YT when creating videos while also pushing formats, trends, and opportunities to meet ever-evolving platform and audience tastes• Leads communication with vendors and creative partners to build and sustain collaborative relationships Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Tatiana Youpa
      National Hispanic Recognition Scholar College Board Aug 2013 The College Board’s National Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP) identifies academically outstanding Hispanic/Latino high school students. Each year, the NHRP honors about 5,000 of the highest-scoring students from over 250,000 Hispanic/Latino juniors who take the PSAT/NMSQT.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Graphic Designer

      Issued by North Brooklyn Mutual Aid on Feb 2021
      North Brooklyn Mutual AidAssociated with Tatiana Youpa
    • Screening Committee

      Issued by New York International Children's Film Festival on Oct 2018
      New York International Children's Film FestivalAssociated with Tatiana Youpa
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Future of StoryTelling on Oct 2015
      Future of StoryTellingAssociated with Tatiana Youpa
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Carmel Art & Film Festival on Oct 2013
      Carmel Art & Film FestivalAssociated with Tatiana Youpa