As the Lead Illustrator and Animator, I directed this 90-second 2D animated film for the UCLA Social Sciences team. The project involved distilling complex research from climate change to AI disinformation into a high-energy, cohesive visual narrative. By blending hand-drawn frame-by-frame animation with After Effects compositing, I transformed dense academic topics into a vibrant, fluid experience. The design features a custom brand-focused illustration style using a strict blue and yellow palette to maintain an authoritative yet engaging aesthetic.