Karen Kutame Selasie

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I am Karen Kutame Selasie, a passionate multimedia artist based in Accra, Ghana.

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I am Karen Kutame Selasie, a passionate multimedia artist based in Accra, Ghana. With extensive experience in visual development, illustration, character design, and animation, I enjoy creating compelling stories and visuals that resonate across various media including books, animation, and social campaigns. I specialize in Adobe Creative Suite, animation tools like Blender Grease Pencil, and various illustration software, and I thrive in environments that challenge my creativity and technical skills.

Throughout my career, I have contributed to numerous animation projects, social media campaigns, and children’s books, successfully combining artistic vision with strong content creation and storyboard expertise. I am enthusiastic about continuing to develop my craft and collaborating on innovative projects that inspire and engage diverse audiences.

  • 4 years' experience
  • Joined September 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Non-Profit Organization

Work experience· 6 roles

Senior Illustrator and Character Designer · Kloud 9 StudiosJul 2024 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos

Led the design and refinement of characters for books, social media, and games. Illustrated 18 polished comic panels for LOLGH's online campaign. Contributed 50% to the illustration of the children's book, Gyedie Tales.

Visual Development and Background Artist · Smartline Publishers LtdJun 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

Designed color keys, character designs, and concept art for two animation projects, Besiwa’s Scary Adventures and Ayuda. Created over 145 background and prop illustrations for animation pipelines. Produced compelling storyboards that aligned with the animation narratives or scripts. Contributed to inking and coloring 30% of animated frames.

Communication Officer · Sustainable Energy Service Centre (SESC)Sep 2023 – Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Curated web content and improved engagement by 70%. Enhanced the centre's visibility by developing promotional materials, including documentaries, brochures, and posters. Authored and disseminated articles across SESC social media platforms.

Illustrator · Wise Ant PublicationsJul 2022 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 3 mos
Illustrator · Bra nfluenzasFeb 2022 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 8 mos
Graphic Designer (Intern) · TV3 and Akomfa fmDec 2021 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 10 mos

Education

Bachelor of Arts · Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology2018 – 2022

Certifications and awards

UNESCO & Triggerfish Animation Art Lab Certificate of Attendance2025
UNESCO & Women@Dior Mentorship & Education Programme Certificate of Completion2022 – 2025
Certificate of Honour for serving as Women’s Commissioner Graphic Arts Students Association (GASA)2021 – 2025

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