I'm Dominic Leatham, a 2D animator with 10 years of industry experience, skilled in After Effects and rigging, and a track record of streamlining workflows for faster, smarter production. I lead concept development, storyboarding, and animation, driving projects from idea to delivery. I collaborate closely with clients and colleagues to ensure creative solutions align with campaign goals and audience needs.

Dominic Leatham

I'm Dominic Leatham, a 2D animator with 10 years of industry experience, skilled in After Effects and rigging, and a track record of streamlining workflows for faster, smarter production. I lead concept development, storyboarding, and animation, driving projects from idea to delivery. I collaborate closely with clients and colleagues to ensure creative solutions align with campaign goals and audience needs.

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I’m Dominic Leatham, a 2D animator with 10 years of industry experience, skilled in After Effects and rigging, and a track record of streamlining workflows for faster, smarter production.

I lead concept development, storyboarding, and animation, driving projects from idea to delivery. I collaborate closely with clients and colleagues to ensure creative solutions align with campaign goals and audience needs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

2D Animator at Diva Creative Ethical Marketing Agency
January 1, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Delivered social campaigns, explainers, branding films, and shorts for charities and public sector clients; worked independently and in teams to hit tight deadlines; took a lead role in concept development, storyboarding, rigging, and animation, driving projects from idea to delivery; collaborated closely with clients and colleagues to ensure creative solutions aligned with campaign goals.
2D Animator at Freelance
January 1, 2021 - October 17, 2025
Created animations, illustrations, graphics, and stage visuals for clients ranging from local organisations to global bodies including the NHS and UNICEF; produced explainers, campaign assets, and theatre visuals tailored to different audiences and platforms; managed end-to-end projects from concept and design through rigging, animation, and final delivery; built strong client relationships through clear communication, pitching, and creative problem-solving.
2D Animator (Intern) at Dutch Picture Industry Video Production Company
January 1, 2017 - October 17, 2025
Supported projects for clients including UNICEF, contributing animations, IDs, logos, and print materials; integrated 2D animation with live-action footage, including on-location filming around Amsterdam.
2D Animator at Diva Creative Ethical Marketing Agency
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Delivered social campaigns, explainers, branding films, and shorts for charities and public sector clients. Worked independently and in teams to hit tight deadlines. Led concept development, storyboarding, rigging, and animation, driving projects from idea to delivery. Collaborated closely with clients and colleagues to ensure creative solutions aligned with campaign goals.
2D Animator at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Created animations, illustrations, graphics, and stage visuals for clients ranging from local organisations to global bodies including the NHS and United Nations. Produced explainers, campaign assets, and theatre visuals tailored to different audiences and platforms. Managed end-to-end projects from concept and design through rigging, animation, and final delivery.
2D Animator (Intern) at Dutch Picture Industry Video Production Company
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Supported projects for clients including UNICEF, contributing animations, IDs, logos, and print materials. Integrated 2D animation with live-action footage, including on-location filming around Amsterdam.

Education

BA (Hons) Illustration and Animation with international enhancement at Coventry University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
BA (Hons) Illustration and Animation at Coventry University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Education, Professional Services