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CALEB DLAMINI

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I’m Caleb Dlamini, a 2D animator and visual storyteller from Eswatini.

About

I’m Caleb Dlamini, a 2D animator and visual storyteller from Eswatini. I’m driven by emotionally grounded, character-centered animation—blending African-inspired aesthetics with poetic, cinematic storytelling that feels personal, expressive, and alive.

I direct and animate short-form projects and build visual metaphors that match the rhythm of music and narrative. From storyboarding and script direction to coloring, compositing, and editing, I love crafting scenes that carry heart, clarity, and meaning—so audiences connect with the story on a deeper level.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined September 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 4 roles

Animator (Reels & Visual Experiments) · Personal animation practiceJan 2026 – Present · 11 mos

Produced narrative-driven animation reels and visual experiments for social platforms, exploring character motion, pacing, and emotional timing through short, story-focused studies.

Animator · Wangari Maathai animation on deforestation (project)Jan 2026 – Present · 11 mos

Contributed to storyboard, animatic, and final animation sequences focused on deforestation themes. Completed color grading, compositing, and editing as part of the production pipeline.

2D Animator Intern · Leti-Arts (Game Studio)Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Completed an internship as a 2D animator, supporting game/visual production work under studio collaboration.

Writer / Director / Animator · It’s Complicated (2D Animated Episodic Short Film)Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

Education

High School Diploma (subjects: Art, Engineering Graphics & Technology, English Literature, Computer Studies) · Ka-Zakhali High School2020 – 2024

Certifications and awards

Selected for Digital Lab Africa Boot Camp2024 – 2026
Shortlisted for Best Artist – Eswatini Social Media Awards2023 – 2026

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