Hi there! I’m a Norwich-based animator and illustrator with a BA Hons in Animation and a National Diploma in Graphic Design. I specialise in 2D animation, character design, lip-sync timing, and explainer videos, bringing ideas to life from concept to final render and collaborating with teams to deliver engaging visuals for social media and product launches. I thrive on tight deadlines and enjoy turning briefs into polished, high-quality work for national and international clients. Most of my professional experience has been with Curveball Media (2018–2022) and a broad range of freelance projects, including music videos with animated text, game cutscenes, and museum/heritage animations. I enjoy shaping visuals end-to-end—from initial idea, through storyboarding and illustration, to final animation—and I’m always keen to explore new projects and tools to push creative boundaries.

Ben Allen

Hi there! I’m a Norwich-based animator and illustrator with a BA Hons in Animation and a National Diploma in Graphic Design. I specialise in 2D animation, character design, lip-sync timing, and explainer videos, bringing ideas to life from concept to final render and collaborating with teams to deliver engaging visuals for social media and product launches. I thrive on tight deadlines and enjoy turning briefs into polished, high-quality work for national and international clients. Most of my professional experience has been with Curveball Media (2018–2022) and a broad range of freelance projects, including music videos with animated text, game cutscenes, and museum/heritage animations. I enjoy shaping visuals end-to-end—from initial idea, through storyboarding and illustration, to final animation—and I’m always keen to explore new projects and tools to push creative boundaries.

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Hi there! I’m a Norwich-based animator and illustrator with a BA Hons in Animation and a National Diploma in Graphic Design. I specialise in 2D animation, character design, lip-sync timing, and explainer videos, bringing ideas to life from concept to final render and collaborating with teams to deliver engaging visuals for social media and product launches. I thrive on tight deadlines and enjoy turning briefs into polished, high-quality work for national and international clients.

Most of my professional experience has been with Curveball Media (2018–2022) and a broad range of freelance projects, including music videos with animated text, game cutscenes, and museum/heritage animations. I enjoy shaping visuals end-to-end—from initial idea, through storyboarding and illustration, to final animation—and I’m always keen to explore new projects and tools to push creative boundaries.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Animator at Curveball Media
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Specialized in producing animation for explainer videos, independently or in collaboration with other animators; created visuals for projects and social media; managed tight deadlines to deliver high-quality work for national and international clients.
Animator at Heritage Doncaster
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Created animated videos about the life of three women in Doncaster’s history; storyboarding, creating illustrations and animation for one-minute pieces.
Set Designer at Tenterton Production
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Created static backdrops and set dressing for the Tenterton production of Jack And The Beanstalk (2025).
Freelance Animator / Multimedia Artist at Self-Employed / Various clients
January 1, 2022 - Present
Independently produced animations for music videos with animated text synced to lyrics, created accompanying illustrations and assets, and contributed to podcast visuals and explainer videos.
Set Designer at Tenterton (Jack and the Beanstalk)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created static backdrops and set dressing for a stage production.
Storyboard Artist / Animator at Heritage Doncaster
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Created animated videos about the life of three notable women in the city's history; responsibilities included storyboarding, illustrating, and animating one-minute pieces.
Animator / Logo Animation at Bronte Society
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Produced a logo animation for the Bronte Society’s podcast.
Animator at The Mini ADHD Coach (YouTube Channel)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Animated semi-weekly 3–5 minute episodes from supplied storyboards, adhering to strict deadlines.
Set Designer / Backdrop Artist at Tenterton – Jack And The Beanstalk (Stage Production)
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Created static backdrops and set dressing for a theatre production.

Education

BA Hons in Animation (2:1) at Norwich University College Of The Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
National Diploma in Graphic Design at City College Norwich
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
BA Hons in Animation (2:1) at Norwich University College Of The Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
National Diploma in Graphic Design at City College Norwich
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
BA Hons in Animation (2:1) at Norwich University College Of The Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
National Diploma in Graphic Design at City College Norwich
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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