HouseSpecial
Tina T. Hsu is a talented stop motion animator with extensive experience working on various projects for companies such as ShadowMachine, HouseSpecial, and Bent Image Lab. Tina is also skilled in 2D animation, storyboarding, and design. Additionally, Tina has a background in international and intercultural affairs, having worked as a Coordinator for International Relations in Tanabe City, Japan. Tina holds a Master of Fine Arts in 2D Character Animation from the Academy of Art University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design/Media Arts from UCLA.
HouseSpecial
HouseSpecial, formerly LAIKA/house, can make anything move. In tandem with their animation expertise, the studio’s creative team is well-known for their ability to integrate design and develop characters that push brand narratives beyond the expected for clients like Supercell, Indeed.com, Sony, Jose Cuervo, Target, M&M’S, Honey Nut Cheerios, Honda and Travel Portland. This Portland-based crew of artists is guided by their infectious passion for storytelling and an obsession to bring wonder to every commercial collaboration. Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/housespecialpdx/