I'm Arsalan Awais, a Creative Design & Animation Specialist based in London. I hold a Master of Arts in Animation and have 8+ years of experience across education, media, advertising, and non-profit sectors. I have led 40+ multimedia campaigns, boosting brand engagement by up to 45% through visual storytelling, animation, and cross-platform design. I excel in Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, storyboarding, and campaign direction for TV, digital, and print. I'm the founder of a neurodiversity-focused puppet theatre and hold a certification in inclusive learning support, which informs my inclusive, accessible approach to every project.…

Arsalan Awais

I'm Arsalan Awais, a Creative Design & Animation Specialist based in London. I hold a Master of Arts in Animation and have 8+ years of experience across education, media, advertising, and non-profit sectors. I have led 40+ multimedia campaigns, boosting brand engagement by up to 45% through visual storytelling, animation, and cross-platform design. I excel in Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, storyboarding, and campaign direction for TV, digital, and print. I'm the founder of a neurodiversity-focused puppet theatre and hold a certification in inclusive learning support, which informs my inclusive, accessible approach to every project.…

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I’m Arsalan Awais, a Creative Design & Animation Specialist based in London. I hold a Master of Arts in Animation and have 8+ years of experience across education, media, advertising, and non-profit sectors. I have led 40+ multimedia campaigns, boosting brand engagement by up to 45% through visual storytelling, animation, and cross-platform design.

I excel in Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, storyboarding, and campaign direction for TV, digital, and print. I’m the founder of a neurodiversity-focused puppet theatre and hold a certification in inclusive learning support, which informs my inclusive, accessible approach to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Learning Designer & SEN Progress Partner at Serenity School, Crawley, UK
November 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
Delivered tailored creative learning strategies (through game design, animation and puppetry) to support neurodivergent pupils, improving communication and behavior management. Created interactive visual aids and learning materials using Adobe Illustrator and Procreate, enhancing accessibility for SEN students. Collaborated with speech therapists and educational psychologists to track milestones via Tapestry and adjust techniques, improving individual progress by 40%.
Teaching Associate – MA Animation at National College of Arts, Pakistan
February 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Delivered advanced modules in Cell Animation and Holography, mentored students in creative direction and storytelling using Adobe Animate and After Effects. Led workshops blending theory with practical exercises, incorporating interactive puppetry and experimental animation formats to enhance portfolios and interdisciplinary thinking.
Teaching Assistant at Aquinas Education, London, UK
May 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024
Supported diverse learners through creative and performing arts activities, contributing to inclusive classroom outcomes.
Teaching Assistant Performing Arts at National College of Arts Lahore
November 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Assisted in Performing Arts programs, supporting student development in creative disciplines.
Creative Associate at Filmbaily, Pakistan
September 1, 2019 - November 1, 2021
Orchestrated end-to-end design campaigns across digital, print, and film media, managing 80+ cross-functional professionals and meeting campaign KPIs for brands like Frutien and Top Pops. Launched the Animation and VFX division, expanding capabilities by 50% and tripling client acquisitions for multimedia services.
Graphic Designer at Strategos, Lahore, Pakistan
November 1, 2018 - August 1, 2019
Consulted with clients to define brand identity goals, delivering high-impact visual designs and maintaining a 60% client retention rate. Established an in-house animation department, increasing project volume by 35% in six months.
Creative Design - Project Manager at ArtKnight Studios, Pakistan
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Directed full-scale theatre production 'The Trial', coordinating a multidisciplinary team of 70+ and delivering on time and under budget. Drove audience engagement through immersive storytelling, doubling attendance and earning national recognition.
Multimedia Designer & SEO at Construction Employers, Vermont, USA
January 1, 2015 - Present
Delivered integrated marketing and operations strategies, combining digital design, SEO-driven content development, and workflow management to strengthen brand visibility and team efficiency by 30%. Designed and produced over 100 branded visuals and motion assets, increasing online engagement and reach by 40%. Implemented keyword research and analytics systems that improved search visibility and reduced campaign turnaround times by 25%.

Education

Master of Arts in Animation at University of Hertfordshire, UK
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
B.Des. (Visual Communication Design) at National College of Arts, Lahore, Pakistan
January 1, 2017 - March 1, 2021

Qualifications

Inclusive Learning Support Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Software & Internet