My Story (so far)
My animation journey began organically with flipbooks in 3rd grade, evolving into a full-blown passion when I delved into LEGO stop-motion storytelling in Accra, Ghana during my teenage years. This early spark ignited a career path that led me to pursue a BFA in 3D Character Animation at SCAD, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Returning to Ghana post-graduation, I immersed myself in the burgeoning African animation industry, honing my skills with mentors and academies while contributing to the local scene. This experience not only enriched my craft but also instilled in me a deep commitment to giving back to my roots.
My professional journey continued at Studio Zubio in Utah, where I expanded my expertise in both realistic and cartoony animation styles, while also delving into the intricacies of technical processes and production pipelines. My role there allowed me to work on diverse projects, further refining my adaptability and proficiency across various workflows.
A highlight of my career was directing, producing, and animating "Out O’ the Inkwell," my senior thesis project, which earned the prestigious 2022 Southeast Regional Student Production Award for Excellence. Since then, I've collaborated on numerous projects and short films, solidifying my versatility and comfort with different pipelines.
With a trilingual background and a knack for communication, I effortlessly connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering effective collaboration and understanding. My passion lies in stylized feature and cinematic animation, evident in my personal projects created using Maya and Blender, where I continuously push the boundaries of my craft.
Driven by a relentless pursuit of artistic excellence and fueled by a multicultural perspective, I am eager to bring my unique blend of creativity, technical skill, and cultural insight to a dynamic 3D animation studio environment.
Work Experience
March 2025 - Present
Apr 2024 - Present
Nov 2021 - March 2023
Sep 2021 - March 2023
Jul 2021 - Sep 2021
3D Cinematic Animator | Billy Bust Up - Giddy Goat Games
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Create high quality stylized animations within assigned deadlines.
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Collaborate with storyboard artists, directors and other animators to align with the project’s style and vision.
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Thrive in a remote work environment, maintaining communication with a global crew.
Animation and Art Coach | ARTriculate
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Provide personalized coaching and feedback to students to enhance their skills.
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Stay updated on industry trends and techniques to enhance teaching content.
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Mentor students in portfolio development and career guidance.
Animator | Studio Zubio
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Animate both realistic human nuance for Virtual Influencer "Vida De Mia" and stylized cartoony characters on an unreleased project, "Bunderkin".
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Animate filters and virtual meeting backgrounds.
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Communicate with diverse teams, build rapport with teammates and create long-lasting relationships.
Animation Trainee | Academy @ The Focus
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Animate realistic objects and characters such as balls, bipeds and quadrupeds.
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Perform well in a studio-like environment, meet deadlines, critique colleagues and receive notes.
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Learned and applied animation principles and techniques under the guidance of experienced professionals.
Freelance Animator | AnimaxFYB
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Animate shots and tests for the project, "The Chronicles of Kilo n Kwaata".
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Work with one of the leading directors of animation in Ghana.
