Bring your vision to life with vibrant and impactful Motion Design & Illustration.

Specializing in Purpose-driven companies.

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Hola, I’m Nayeli

I craft joyful, meaningful, and strategic animations and illustrations that communicate your values and emotionally connect with your audience. With my colorful mixed-media style, I offer unique and creative solutions that draw attention and make your brand shine.

After a decade of working with a diverse client base, I created Nala Studio where I collaborate with like-minded brands and businesses passionate about making a positive impact and fostering well-being.

  • Nayeli is a pleasure to work with in every way. 

    “She’s punctual, detail-oriented, communicative, and professional.  Nayeli brings a unique design aesthetic to every project- her use of vibrant colors, layering, and animation skills make any project stand out and attract attention.”

    — Kate Allen | Producer at Warnermedia

  • Nayeli is a very creative designer and animator I go to when I want to execute an original vision.

    She absorbs references, influences, and direction seamlessly to create unique work that always nails the goal of the project. She has all the expected professional ingredients like great communication, a mature approach to collaboration, and respect for schedules and deadlines. But it's her ability to distill ideas at a high level and create captivating work that makes her stand out.”

    — Eric Brown | Producer at Kornhaber Brown

  • Nayeli is an absolute pleasure to work with!

    “She certainly goes above and beyond in her work. Her creativity shines in both pre and post-production and she delivers beautiful, thoughtful work ahead of deadlines.”

    — Bethany O’Grady | Producer at Atlantic Re: Think

  • Nayeli is one of those people you look forward to working with each day.

    She is an extremely talented and gifted artist and motion designer. She brings passion, dedication, and imagination to every project. I look forward to our next collaboration!

    — Martha Caust | Post-Producer

  • For things that matter most, I don’t use anyone but Nayeli.

    Her talent is obvious, but even more valuable is her ability to interpret the project vision and consistently exceed expectations. I often find myself saying, “that’s exactly what I had in mind, but way way better.”

    — D.S. Moss | Producer at Jones Co.

  • Nayeli is an absolute professional and a great freelancer to work with.

    She understood the tasks given quickly, created great work which often exceeded my expectations. Aside from her creative work, her time management and problem-solving skills really came to shine when challenges came through production. Highly recommend her.

    — Barak Ziv | Motion Director at Cornerstone

  • I've had the pleasure of working with Nayeli and each time she was creative, professional, and reliable.

    On the first occasion, we worked together on a challenging documentary that was lacking in direction, but she was able to bring clarity and variety to the animation needs. On the second occasion, she was part of a team of animators working on a huge DOOH campaign for Google. She was able to execute the client requests efficiently, while also bringing a bit more which made the project a success. Nayeli is passionate and truly dedicated to her work on every project, I always feel confident working beside her. She is an amazing designer/animator and an amazing person to get to know!

    — Sari Resnick | Head Production at Cabin Edit

  • Nayeli did a tremendous job on my company's logo and letterhead.

    She was professional, responsible, had great communication skills, was easy to work with, and extremely talented with design. She tapped into the color theme and feel of my company immediately. I love her work and have never once regretted this investment! She is the real deal. A true artist and stellar professional.

    — Taryn Hughes | CEO and Therapist at Forest Hills

  • Working with Nayeli was nothing but fabulous!

    “She is so talented, so fast and efficient with what she does. She really brought my vision to life and totally understand my vibe. I highly recommend her!"

    —Dani Felt | Founder of Music Industry Mastery

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Client list

Ways we can work together

Motion Design & Animation

✦ Graphic packages for Tv, YouTube, Tiktok, Original Series, Documentaries

✦ Explainer & Educational videos

✦ Kinetic Typography

✦ Product Videos

✦ Lyric Videos

✦ Social Media Animations

✦ Event GFX

✦ Main Titles

✦ Brand Animations

✦ GIFS

Illustration

✦ Illustration for Motion

✦ Product Illustration

✦ Brand Illustration

✦ Social Media Posts

✦ Custom Illustrations

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Why work with Nala Studio?

I love working with good humans and enjoy a wide range of creative projects— especially those that prioritize well-being and are beneficial for the planet. Let's collaborate on something impactful together.

Quality over quantity, every time

By working with a select handful of clients, I can give my full attention and energy to your project. This dedicated approach allows me to remain relaxed, focused, and fully engaged, which is essential for crafting my best work.

The magic is in the details

I believe in creating work that truly matters. That's why I don't take on quick and cheap design projects. I invest the time and effort necessary to produce meaningful, high-quality work that aligns with your vision, and that we can all genuinely be proud of.

Creative exploration

If you're seeking safe and corporate designs, you won't find them here. My approach is all about pushing creative boundaries, spiced with a tad of humor, to create bold and vibrant designs that are joyful, memorable, and engaging.

A finessed workflow

I prioritize clear communication and respect your time, ensuring you are always in the loop with my well-defined, streamlined system. You'll have real-time visibility into every stage of the project, giving you peace of mind and confidence in the progress being made. With a workflow that combines friendliness, functionality, and efficiency, collaboration is not only easy but also fun.

Deluxe co-creation

Your vision is at the heart of everything I do. With over 12 years of experience as an art director, motion designer, and illustrator, I offer more than just creative services—I provide a collaborative journey to bring your ideas to life. When necessary, I partner with a select group of skilled artists, to ensure that every aspect of your project receives the specialized attention it deserves.