I'm a 2D animator and illustrator who enjoys experimenting with different mediums to create a unique project/piece

Ginuki Jayaweera

I'm a 2D animator and illustrator who enjoys experimenting with different mediums to create a unique project/piece

Available to hire

I’m a 2D animator and illustrator who enjoys experimenting with different mediums to create a unique project/piece

Work Experience

Key Animator and Motion Designer at MBFW SL (Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Key Animator and Motion Designer for MBFW SL. Created dynamic motion graphics and on-site visuals to capture the event energy and support brand storytelling; collaborated with the design team to ensure visual alignment with event identity.
Freelance Social Media Graphic Designer at Freelance
December 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023
Designed social media graphics for various clients; achieved a 45% increase in Instagram engagement; maintained brand identity and storytelling across campaigns.
2D Illustrator at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Expanded commission clientele by 50% through consistent engagement and content creation; increased Instagram followers by 20% since 2024.
Student Volunteer at ACM SIGGRAPH Sri Lanka
January 1, 2024 - Present
Student volunteer at ACM SIGGRAPH 2024; assisted with conference operations and visual storytelling sessions.
Animation Intern at Clan B Animation
November 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Integrated motion graphics and animated typography that captured the event's energy and key moments which contributed to the event's media viewership.
Key Animator and Motion Designer at MBFW SL (Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Key animator and motion designer for fashion week visuals.
Artistic Social Media Graphic Designer
December 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Conceptualized 2D illustrations for clients' social media graphics that gained a 45% increase in engagement on Instagram.
Freelance 2D Illustrator
January 1, 2020 - Present
Increased commission clientele by 50% through consistent engagement and content creation; increased followers on Instagram by 20%.

Education

First class BA (Hons) Motion Graphics and Animation at Northumbria University, Newcastle, United Kingdom
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Received a first class
Advanced Level Certificate at Asian International School
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

Best Micro Short Film Award - Alliance Française Colombo Animation Festival
January 1, 2025 - February 9, 2026
Nomination - Best Animated Film
January 1, 2025 - February 9, 2026
Screening - Alliance Française Colombo Animation Festival
January 1, 2025 - February 9, 2026
Edexcel Advanced Level Certification
January 1, 2022 - February 9, 2026
Nomination: Best Animated Film at Alliance Française Colombo Animation Festival (Colombo Short Film Festival)
January 1, 2025 - February 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education