Hi, I’m Jana Hamed—an illustrator and 2D animator specialized in visual storytelling, bridging concept and craft across illustration, animation, and short film production. I’m based in Hadath, Beirut, and I love creating educational and culturally grounded projects, from children’s coloring books celebrating traditional Lebanese dress to character and story-driven animation work. From concept art and character design to storyboarding, animation clean-up, and coordination within small teams, I enjoy contributing across the full pipeline. Recently, I co-created and co-directed a 7-minute animated short film with a team of five artists, and I continue developing my skills through workshops and residencies at institutions in Lebanon and abroad.

Jana Hamed

Hi, I’m Jana Hamed—an illustrator and 2D animator specialized in visual storytelling, bridging concept and craft across illustration, animation, and short film production. I’m based in Hadath, Beirut, and I love creating educational and culturally grounded projects, from children’s coloring books celebrating traditional Lebanese dress to character and story-driven animation work. From concept art and character design to storyboarding, animation clean-up, and coordination within small teams, I enjoy contributing across the full pipeline. Recently, I co-created and co-directed a 7-minute animated short film with a team of five artists, and I continue developing my skills through workshops and residencies at institutions in Lebanon and abroad.

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Hi, I’m Jana Hamed—an illustrator and 2D animator specialized in visual storytelling, bridging concept and craft across illustration, animation, and short film production. I’m based in Hadath, Beirut, and I love creating educational and culturally grounded projects, from children’s coloring books celebrating traditional Lebanese dress to character and story-driven animation work.

From concept art and character design to storyboarding, animation clean-up, and coordination within small teams, I enjoy contributing across the full pipeline. Recently, I co-created and co-directed a 7-minute animated short film with a team of five artists, and I continue developing my skills through workshops and residencies at institutions in Lebanon and abroad.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
French
Advanced
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Co-Creator / Director / 2D Animator at Marsam Al Hakaya (Dia – 7-minute animated short film)
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Co-created, co-directed, and animated a 7-minute 2D animated short film with a team of five artists. Contributed throughout production, including scriptwriting, concept art, character design, storyboarding, animation, and clean-up, while coordinating team workflow and communication across the pipeline.
Illustrator (Volunteer) at Alwen w Ahlem (Art Collective )
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Created all illustrations for a displaced children’s coloring book celebrating traditional Lebanese dress. Collaborated with fellow artists to produce a second educational coloring book focused on journalist Amal Khalil, supporting research-to-art workflows and ensuring the visuals matched the educational goals.
Docent & Multilingual Tour Guide at Sursock Museum
January 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Worked as a museum docent, interpreting artworks and exhibitions for individual visitors. Progressed to leading guided tours in Arabic, English, and French for local and international groups of all ages, adapting explanations to different audiences and ensuring engaging, clear storytelling within the museum context.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Fine and Studio Arts at Lebanese University
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026
2D Animation Workshop at Studio Samaka
July 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Filmmaking Workshop at Cynthia Sawma
April 1, 2025 - August 29, 2026

Qualifications

2D Animation Workshop
July 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Filmmaking Workshop
April 1, 2025 - August 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education