Hi, I’m Amin Qaraei. I am a concept artist, character designer, and animator with a long-standing track record in 2D animation and visual development. Based in Iran (Kerman Province), I started my career in 2005 as a 2D animator at the Animators Cinema Institute, and since then I’ve worked with several studios, taking on roles from hands-on animation to supervising artistic output on film projects like Paradise Shaddad. I also engage in freelance collaborations and game projects, and I’ve trained about 18 artists in digital painting over the years. Alongside creating characters and environments, I enjoy mentoring the next generation of artists and exploring new tools and workflows. I regularly experiment with Moho, Blender, ZBrush, and Toon Boom to push the quality and look of my projects, while continuing to contribute to short films and animation productions.…

Amin Qaraei

Hi, I’m Amin Qaraei. I am a concept artist, character designer, and animator with a long-standing track record in 2D animation and visual development. Based in Iran (Kerman Province), I started my career in 2005 as a 2D animator at the Animators Cinema Institute, and since then I’ve worked with several studios, taking on roles from hands-on animation to supervising artistic output on film projects like Paradise Shaddad. I also engage in freelance collaborations and game projects, and I’ve trained about 18 artists in digital painting over the years. Alongside creating characters and environments, I enjoy mentoring the next generation of artists and exploring new tools and workflows. I regularly experiment with Moho, Blender, ZBrush, and Toon Boom to push the quality and look of my projects, while continuing to contribute to short films and animation productions.…

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Hi, I’m Amin Qaraei. I am a concept artist, character designer, and animator with a long-standing track record in 2D animation and visual development. Based in Iran (Kerman Province), I started my career in 2005 as a 2D animator at the Animators Cinema Institute, and since then I’ve worked with several studios, taking on roles from hands-on animation to supervising artistic output on film projects like Paradise Shaddad. I also engage in freelance collaborations and game projects, and I’ve trained about 18 artists in digital painting over the years.

Alongside creating characters and environments, I enjoy mentoring the next generation of artists and exploring new tools and workflows. I regularly experiment with Moho, Blender, ZBrush, and Toon Boom to push the quality and look of my projects, while continuing to contribute to short films and animation productions.

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Language

English
Beginner
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Concept Artist and Character Designer at Dark Blue Studios
March 1, 2020 - Present
Concept artist and character designer for Dark Blue Studios; based in Ankara, Turkey; freelance arrangement; responsible for character design and concept art; started March 2020; ongoing.
Concept Artist and Character Designer at Dark Blue Studios - Ankara
March 1, 2020 - Present
Supervisor of the animator in the cinematic animation Paradise Shaddad; responsible for concept art and character design; led a team and trained about 18 people in digital painting; involved in short animation collaborations with Shiva Gaming and Near Moon; contributed to two film projects Behesht Shodad and Loupeto. Current role since March 2020.
2D Animator at Animators Cinema Institute
January 1, 2005 - Present
First professional experience as a 2D animator; later contributed to various projects and mentored peers in digital painting.

Education

Diploma in Graphic Design at Honarhaye Ziba
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Diploma in Graphic Design at Honarhaye Ziba - Kerman
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Diploma in Graphic Design at Honarhaye Ziba - Kerman, Kerman Province
January 1, 2005 - May 6, 2026
Diploma at Honarhaye Ziba
January 1, 2005 - May 6, 2026
Diploma in Graphic Design at Honarhaye Ziba
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
Diploma in Graphic Design at Honarhaye Ziba
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
Diploma in Graphic Design at Honarhaye Ziba - Iran, Kerman Province
January 11, 2030 - June 2, 2026

Qualifications

Best Animate Award, Jasmine Film Festival
January 1, 2010 - May 6, 2026
Group Exhibition 'LANTERN'
January 1, 2005 - May 6, 2026
Best Animate Award, Jasmine Film Festival
January 1, 2010 - May 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet
    paper Who I am ?

    I am Amin Qaraei, a visual development artist specializing in character design and concept art with 17 years of experience in the animation industry. Since March 2020 I have been a Concept Artist and Character Designer at Dark Blue Studios in Ankara, where I also supervise animators on projects such as Paradise Shaddad. I’m passionate about creating cohesive visuals that tell a story and bring worlds to life.

    I’ve trained around 18 people in digital painting and collaborated with Shiva Gaming and Near Moon on multiple projects. I’ve contributed to film projects Behesht Shodad and Loupeto, and I bring experience across 2D animation, background design, and art direction. I’m open to relocation and excited to explore new opportunities worldwide.