I am a extremely passionate and dedicated animator and concept artist based in Johannesburg, but am down to work remotely. I have experience in the entire animation pipeline, both 2D and 3D, and a Diploma in Digital Animation from the Animation School. I've worked on various short films and a 2D animated series pilot. I've also done promotional work for a line of baby dolls. I excel at pre-production, such as storyboarding and concept art, however am also adept and 3D modelling, texturing, rigging and lighting. Please, don't be shy to hit me up! :)

Dana Jonker-Bryce

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I am a extremely passionate and dedicated animator and concept artist based in Johannesburg, but am down to work remotely. I have experience in the entire animation pipeline, both 2D and 3D, and a Diploma in Digital Animation from the Animation School. I've worked on various short films and a 2D animated series pilot. I've also done promotional work for a line of baby dolls. I excel at pre-production, such as storyboarding and concept art, however am also adept and 3D modelling, texturing, rigging and lighting. Please, don't be shy to hit me up! :)

Available to hire

I am a extremely passionate and dedicated animator and concept artist based in Johannesburg, but am down to work remotely.

I have experience in the entire animation pipeline, both 2D and 3D, and a Diploma in Digital Animation from the Animation School.

I’ve worked on various short films and a 2D animated series pilot. I’ve also done promotional work for a line of baby dolls.

I excel at pre-production, such as storyboarding and concept art, however am also adept and 3D modelling, texturing, rigging and lighting.

Please, don’t be shy to hit me up! :)

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Digital Illustrator at Private Clients
January 1, 2019 - Present
Worked on various projects including character design, storyboarding, and concept art for clients in entertainment and publishing.
Freelance Illustrator and Designer at Media Dolls
May 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Created illustrations for children's media, focusing on vibrant characters and engaging storylines.
Animator at Keylink Productions
December 31, 2022 - October 20, 2025
Assisted in producing animated content for various media platforms, enhancing visual storytelling through animation.
Freelance Digital Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
I create custom illustrations and designs for various clients, focusing on children's books and concept art. This role enhances my creativity and allows me to explore different styles and techniques while working with diverse themes.
Character Artist at Inside Box Productions
May 1, 2023 - October 20, 2025
Worked as a character artist for animated projects, where I designed and illustrated characters that contribute significantly to storytelling, ensuring visual appeal and coherence with the narrative.
Freelance 2D Animator at Jennifer Marie Cella
January 1, 2026 - January 7, 2026
I worked as a 2D animator for a psychedelic party montage in an independent 2D animated short film.
Freelance Digital Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Working on various projects that involve digital illustrations for private clients, ranging from book illustrations to promotional art.
3D Character Artist at Media Dolls
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022
Contributed to the design and modeling of characters for animation, focusing on creating visually appealing and functional designs.
Animation Director at Kino Productions
June 1, 2022 - Present
Oversaw animation projects, managing workflows and collaborating with animators and illustrators to achieve the desired artistic vision.
Production Designer at Misdemeanour Dolls
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
In this role, I was responsible for designing and creating visual elements for various projects, working closely with the production team to ensure a cohesive look and feel. My tasks included concept development, design execution, and overseeing the artistic direction.
Illustrator at Kino Productions
February 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
At Kino Productions, I collaborated on several projects, providing illustrations for marketing materials and visual content. My role involved brainstorming creative concepts and bringing them to fruition through my artistic skills.
Digital Artist at Melissa Dolls
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Created character designs and illustrations for a doll company, collaborating closely with the production team to ensure visual consistency and appeal.
Concept Artist at Kino Productions
June 1, 2023 - Present
Developed concept art and storyboards for various media projects, assisting in visual storytelling and project development.
Freelance Digital Illustrator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2021 - Present
Create custom illustrations for private clients, focusing on character design, storyboarding, and concept art.
Animation Director at Mosaic Dolls
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2025
Led a team in the production of animated content, overseeing design and execution of character animations.
Illustrator at Kino Productions
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Worked on multiple projects to deliver high-quality illustrations for marketing and promotional materials.

Education

National Senior Certificate (NSC) at The National School of the Arts
January 14, 2015 - December 10, 2019
Diploma in Digital Animation at The National School of the Arts
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

Diploma in Digital Animation
February 9, 2020 - November 27, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment