Amanda Quist

Amanda Quist is an Associate Professor of Digital Arts at Crown College's School of Liberal Arts + Education, Department of Humanities + Social Science. She specializes in motion graphics, graphic design, and interactive media, blending aesthetic innovation with cultural impact.

• M.F.A. in Motion Media Design from Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)

Her research focuses on the intersection of design and storytelling, emphasizing the role of Christian creativity in shaping cultural narratives. She has taught college-level design and motion graphics for over a decade, mentoring students who have earned national and regional accolades.

Quist's work explores expressive animation techniques, as evidenced by her publication on Developing Expressive Animorphs (2017). Her expertise spans Adobe Creative Suite tools, Unreal Engine, and interactive platforms like WordPress and Figma.

Scientific Awards:

• 1st Place in 3D Motion Design (SCAD Comotion Showcase, 2014)
• 1st Place in Show Package (SCAD Comotion Showcase, 2014)
• Multiple SCAD Comotion Showcase awards (2014)
• National ranking in web design (8th Place, 2011)
• Service Industry Advertising Awards (Bronze & Merit, 2010)
• Bethany Lutheran College Purchase Award (2010)

Quist's career includes agency work, freelance design, international film festival programming, and community television management. Her teaching philosophy integrates Christian theology with design ethics, advocating for intentional, God-honoring creative work.