I'm in a similiar situation, i've been doing kind of the same thing.. right now i'm working with a mentor on getting storyboard done and modelling at the same time.
So a basic day schedule will be.
1.Design Concept / Storyboard
2.Model that same concept or storyboard a few mins later
I'm hoping that I can get it done soon.. good luck to all those who are in a similiar situation.