Catching Up With Citizen-Scholar Winner Jacey Taylor
PrintBy Emily Compton
Meet Jacey Taylor, a talented individual whose journey from Plumas-Sierra scholarship recipient to aspiring animator illuminates the power of dreams and determination.
Jacey graduated a semester early from Plumas Charter School in 2021 due to earning college credits while in high school. Although she only graduated one semester early, she said she was “still glad to have a small break before college.”
For Jacey, animation is not merely a career path; it is a passion—an avenue through which she can share her unique perspective with the world. Jacey loves the storytelling aspect of her animation work.
After graduating from Plumas Charter School in Quincy, Jacey continued her education at Lassen Community College in Susanville where she got an associate studio arts transfer degree which led her to her next educational endeavor.
While at Cal-State Northridge, Jacey is continuing her education in the arts.
“My major is in arts as an overall, but to be more specific, it’s animation with a focus in 2D,” she says. “I really enjoy telling my own stories through art, and animating is something I really enjoy doing and would love to make it a full-time career.”
As she navigates the intricate world of animation, Jacey finds joy and fulfillment in the creative process. Whether she’s sketching characters, storyboarding scenes, or bringing her illustrations to life through digital animation, every moment spent on her craft is a testament to her unwavering dedication and love for the art form.
With sights set on the future, Jacey plans to hone her skills at the University of Central Florida, where she will pursue a master’s degree in animation. This transition will mark a new chapter in her academic journey and be a pivotal step toward becoming a full-time animator. Animation is a hard industry to break into, and building a robust portfolio will help set Jacey apart from others in the field.
In addition to completing her bachelor’s degree, Jacey has worked on commission jobs. She was recently hired at LA Visual Studio, where she will start work part-time while attending school.
In her free time, Jacey enjoys drawing, writing funny stories, playing games with friends, and spending time with friends and family. Jacey is working on creating her own video game.
When asked what her superpower would be, Jacey said, “If I could have any superpower, it would have to be shapeshifting. I like the idea of being different creatures and even modeling my own things.”
Plumas-Sierra REC wishes Jacey the best in her endeavors going forward. May her journey from Cal-State Northridge to the University of Central Florida be filled with boundless opportunities, endless creativity, and success along the way.
