Georgina Cahill

8 years of catholic school and all I have to show for it is Catholic memes and religious traum* . . . #catholic #cradlecatholic #conclave #cardinals

“Take her to the moon for me” gets me every time 🥲 . . Reminder, if it’s from a talking animal or a claymation character having an existential crisis, it’s still cinema . . . . #animationiscinema #animation #animated #animationtiktok

If you love Fantastic Mr Fox, you’ll love these other animated gems! . . What films have you been enjoying lately? . . . #animation #stopmotion #animated #animator #fantasticmrfox

I’m currently drawing an art commission for my sister! She’s the “fi” in “figi” . . . . #arttok #arttoker #artistsoftiktok #artistproblems #wipwednesday

Animation never loses its magic for me . . . . #animator #animatorsoftiktok #animation #digitalart #digitalartist

Cool art resources for even cooler artists . . What are some of your favorite resources? . . . #arttips #arttipsandtricks #animation #animator #artistsoftiktok

FREE 2D animation software recommendations brought to you by a little spring witch . . . What would you add to the list . . . #2danimation #animation #animator #animatorsoftiktok #artistsoftiktok

I’ll finish those ideas…one day 😅 . . . #sketchbook #sketching #sketchbooktour #sketchbookart #artistsoftiktok

Why did my Pinterest deactivate a pinned drawing of a cat wearing a fairy costume 🤡 . . . #arttips #arttipsandtricks #illustrator #illustrationart

What they don’t tell you about working in the animation industry 👇👇👇 Talent isn’t always enough. Being good at art or animation doesn’t guarantee you’ll get hired. Networking, timing, and knowing how to present your work matter just as much. It’s a gig-based industry. Many roles are project-based or freelance, with little job security. Contracts end. Studios shut down. It’s unstable, and you’ll likely move around a lot. Burnout is real. Long hours, tight deadlines, and unrealistic expectations can wear you down. Many leave the industry within a few years. Passion can be exploited. “Do what you love” is often used to justify poor pay, unpaid overtime, or toxic work environments. Don’t let passion stop you from setting boundaries. There are massive gatekeepers. Breaking into big-name studios can be extremely competitive. Many roles are filled through internal recommendations or alumni networks. You might not get to “be creative.” Most professional animation work involves executing someone else’s vision, often with limited input. The job is often technical, not expressive. The industry changes constantly. Tools, pipelines, and popular styles evolve fast. If you stop learning, you risk falling behind. Many animator jobs aren’t in feature films or TV shows. The bulk of animation jobs are in advertising, education, games, marketing, and corporate content, not Hollywood. Rejection is constant. You will get ignored, ghosted, or turned down regularly. It’s not personal, it’s the norm. This list is NOT intended to scare you off, but it’s important to understand all aspects of a job before making it a career. These are just intended to help you go in informed and prepared . . . #animation #animation #animationtips #arttips #arttipsandtricks #artistsoftiktok

Sketchbook? What sketchbook? . . . . #sketchbook #artistproblems #artproblems #artistsoftiktok #arttok

FREE video editing software options . . . What software would you add to the list . . . #videoedit #editingtutorial #videoediting #capcut #arttips

Cool resources for cool artists . . What would you add to the list? . . . #animation #animator #animatorsoftiktok #arttips #arttipsandtricks

Bonus points if you hydrate 😉 . . . #artist #artistproblems #artprocess #artprogress #sketchbook

Don’t like adobe? You might like some of these software recommendations! . . . . #arttiktok #arttipsandtricks #artistsontiktok #illustrator #illustration

Should I draw a range of subjects to be well rounded? Yes. Am I going to?…maybe 😐 . . . #drawing #sketchbook #sketchbooktour #sketchbookart #artistsoftiktok

Or I play this song…both are great motivators 😅 . . . #animation #animatorsoftiktok #animators #digitalart #digitalartist

Your ability to use a glorified calculator doesn’t impress me . . . . #aiart #aiartcommunity #digitalart #digitalartist #illustration #illustrator

FYI this only works if you remember the list exists 😅😂 . . . . #artistsoftiktok #arttoker #arttips #illustration #illustratorsoftiktok

It’s me 🙋‍♀️ I’m the introvert Struggling to network in the animation industry? You’re not alone! If you’re an introvert like me, networking can seem daunting but it can be a vital step to getting your foot in the door and finding new opportunities in the industry. Here’s how I like to network 👇👇👇 ❤️ Start by Showing Up (Online Counts) - Go to industry events: animation festivals, conferences (like CTN, LightBox Expo), or local screenings and Join online communities: Discord servers, Reddit threads (r/animation), and Facebook groups are great for the less extroverted-inclined folks. ❤️ Lead with Curiosity, Not a Pitch - Ask questions about others’ work instead of launching into your own elevator pitch. ❤️ Reach Out with Purpose - DM artists or recruiters with specific questions or comments about their work. Don’t just say “Can I pick your brain?”Instead, say “Your layout work on X was really inspiring. I’d love to hear how you got into background design ❤️ Follow Up but Respect Boundaries -If someone chats with you or gives advice, send a thank-you message or share how their advice helped. Don’t spam them! ❤️ Use Social Media Strategically - Use Instagram, Twitter (X), TikTok, or Bluesky to showcase animation, process reels, or industry insights. Like and Comment thoughtfully on others’ posts, especially creators with similar followings to you . . . #networking #networkingtips #arttips #arttipsandtricks #artistsoftiktok #artistproblems