Dynamic and accomplished Art Director and 2D Animation Director with 14 years of industry experience — 8 years in advertising and 6 years in animation direction. A versatile creative professional with a passion for visual storytelling, branding, and innovative content creation. As an Art Director, I have successfully developed compelling brand campaigns, digital layouts, and marketing materials for top advertising agencies. My expertise includes brand identity development, visual strategy execution, and creating captivating advertising concepts. I have a keen eye for design trends and an ability to translate ideas into engaging visuals that resonate with audiences. As an Animation Director, I specialize in 2D animation for short films, commercials, and YouTube content. My skills encompass storyboarding, character design, motion graphics, and frame-by-frame animation. I have led animation teams, established creative standards, and delivered high-quality content for various digital platforms. My work is driven by a commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of storytelling principles. Always ready to take on challenging tasks and leadership roles, I am eager to contribute to projects that demand creativity, strategic thinking, and technical expertise.

Kimson Osaghae

Dynamic and accomplished Art Director and 2D Animation Director with 14 years of industry experience — 8 years in advertising and 6 years in animation direction. A versatile creative professional with a passion for visual storytelling, branding, and innovative content creation. As an Art Director, I have successfully developed compelling brand campaigns, digital layouts, and marketing materials for top advertising agencies. My expertise includes brand identity development, visual strategy execution, and creating captivating advertising concepts. I have a keen eye for design trends and an ability to translate ideas into engaging visuals that resonate with audiences. As an Animation Director, I specialize in 2D animation for short films, commercials, and YouTube content. My skills encompass storyboarding, character design, motion graphics, and frame-by-frame animation. I have led animation teams, established creative standards, and delivered high-quality content for various digital platforms. My work is driven by a commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of storytelling principles. Always ready to take on challenging tasks and leadership roles, I am eager to contribute to projects that demand creativity, strategic thinking, and technical expertise.

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Dynamic and accomplished Art Director and 2D Animation Director with 14 years of industry experience — 8 years in advertising and 6 years in animation direction. A versatile creative professional with a passion for visual storytelling, branding, and innovative content creation. As an Art Director, I have successfully developed compelling brand campaigns, digital layouts, and marketing materials for top advertising agencies. My expertise includes brand identity development, visual strategy execution, and creating captivating advertising concepts. I have a keen eye for design trends and an ability to translate ideas into engaging visuals that resonate with audiences.

As an Animation Director, I specialize in 2D animation for short films, commercials, and YouTube content. My skills encompass storyboarding, character design, motion graphics, and frame-by-frame animation. I have led animation teams, established creative standards, and delivered high-quality content for various digital platforms. My work is driven by a commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of storytelling principles. Always ready to take on challenging tasks and leadership roles, I am eager to contribute to projects that demand creativity, strategic thinking, and technical expertise.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Animation Director at Sketchble Productions Nigeria Limited
January 1, 2024 - Present
Established and directed animation standards from concept to completion. Collaborated with team leaders to define and execute animation style and vision. Created mock-ups and simulations for review, identifying and resolving animation issues. Worked with fellow animators to ensure cohesive visuals within scenes. Utilized software to generate computer-based effects and simulations. Delivered high-quality hand-drawn animations for television and cinematic productions using various software. Developed highly realistic characters with full emotional range and movement.
Art Director at DKK/Pure Activation
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Created branding materials for media, press, activations, and promotional campaigns. Worked closely with the marketing team to ensure brand campaign consistency. Designed digital layouts for web activation and engagement. Collaborated with copywriters to develop cohesive content. Presented creative concepts to clients and incorporated ongoing feedback. Developed visual presentations to enhance creativity and innovation.
Art Director at 7 Interactive Lagos Nigeria
October 1, 2016 - August 20, 2025
Developed style guides to ensure consistent branding across projects. Worked closely with marketing and advertising teams to maintain brand uniformity across campaigns. Prepared design layouts for prepress files including offset, web, and digital printing. Presented creative concepts to clients and incorporated feedback. Showcased concepts, copy, and artwork during internal and client reviews. Researched industry trends and analyzed competitive works to inspire creativity and innovation.
Chief Storyboard Artist at Centerspread Lagos
March 1, 2015 - August 20, 2025
Translated stories into drawings aligned with the director’s vision. Designed characters based on established models. Gained expertise in various aspects of filmmaking to enhance storytelling progression. Worked flexible hours to meet project deadlines and implemented necessary revisions. Collaborated with writers and producers to develop unique designs that bring artistic visions to life. Created detailed storyboards outlining animation sequences. Worked closely with other animators to ensure seamless and cohesive visuals within scenes. Applied character knowledge to portray a diverse range of emotions in both dramatic and comedic scenes.
Animation Director at Sketchable Productions Nigeria Limited
January 1, 2024 - Present
Established animation standards from concept to completion; collaborated with team leads to define and execute the animation style and visuals; created mock-ups and simulations for review; ensured cohesive visuals across scenes; led a team of animators to deliver high-quality outputs; leveraged software to generate effects and motion-driven storytelling.
Art Director at DKK / Pure Activation
January 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025
Created branding materials for media, press, activations, and promotional campaigns. Worked closely with the marketing team to ensure brand campaign consistency. Designed digital layouts for web activation and engagement. Collaborated with copywriters to develop cohesive content. Presented creative concepts to clients and incorporated ongoing feedback. Developed visual presentations to enhance creativity and innovation.
Art Director at 7 Interactive Lagos
March 1, 2015 - October 20, 2025
Developed branding across campaigns; created storyboards; designed characters and visuals; collaborated with writers and producers to bring artistic visions to life; led the creative direction for multiple projects.
Art Director at 7 Interactive Lagos
October 1, 2016 - October 20, 2025
Developed style guides to ensure consistent branding across projects. Worked closely with marketing and advertising teams to maintain brand uniformity across campaigns. Prepared design layouts for pre-press files, including offset, web, and digital printing. Presented creative concepts to clients and incorporated feedback. Researched industry trends to inspire creativity and innovation.
Animation Director at Sketchble Productions Nigeria Limited
January 1, 2024 - Present
Established and directed animation standards from concept to completion. Collaborated with team leaders to define and execute the animation style and vision. Created mock-ups and simulations for review, identifying and resolving animation issues. Worked with fellow animators to ensure cohesive visuals within scenes. Utilized software to generate computer-based effects and simulations. Delivered high-quality hand-drawn animations for television and cinematic productions using Type software. Used software to develop highly realistic characters with full emotional range and movement.
Art Director at DKK/ Pure Activation
January 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025
Create branding materials for media, press, activations, and promotional campaigns. Work closely with the marketing team to ensure brand campaign consistency. Design digital layouts for web activation and engagement. Collaborate with copywriters to develop cohesive content. Present creative concepts to clients and incorporate ongoing feedback. Develop visual presentations to enhance creativity and innovation.
Art Director at 7Interactive Lagos
October 1, 2016 - October 20, 2025
Developed style guides to ensure consistent branding across projects. Worked closely with marketing and advertising teams to maintain brand uniformity across campaigns. Prepared design layouts for prepress files, including offset, web, and digital printing. Presented creative concepts to clients and incorporated feedback to enhance satisfaction. Showcased concepts, copy, and artwork during internal and client reviews. Researched industry trends and analyzed competitive works to inspire creativity and innovation.
Chief Storyboard Artist at Centerspread Lagos
March 1, 2015 - October 20, 2025
Translated stories into drawings that aligned with the director’s vision. Designed characters based on established models. Gained expertise in various aspects of filmmaking to enhance storytelling progression. Worked flexible hours to meet project deadlines and implement necessary revisions. Collaborated with writers and producers to develop unique designs that bring artistic visions to life. Created detailed storyboards outlining animation sequences. Worked closely with other animators to ensure seamless and cohesive visuals within scenes. Applied character knowledge to portray a diverse range of emotions in both dramatic and comedic scenes.
Art Director at DKK/ Pure Activation
August 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Create branding materials for media, press, activations, and promotional campaigns. Work closely with the marketing team to ensure brand campaign consistency. Design digital layouts for web activation and engagement. Collaborate with copywriters to develop cohesive content. Present creative concepts to clients and incorporate ongoing feedback. Develop visual presentations to enhance creativity and innovation.
Art Director at 7Interactive
June 1, 2015 - October 1, 2016
Developed style guides to ensure consistent branding across projects. Worked closely with marketing and advertising teams to maintain brand uniformity across campaigns. Prepared design layouts for prepress files, including offset, web, and digital printing. Presented creative concepts to clients and incorporated feedback. Showcased concepts, copy, and artwork during internal and client reviews. Researched industry trends and analyzed competitive works to inspire creativity and innovation.
Chief Storyboard Artist at Centerspread
June 1, 2009 - March 1, 2015
Translated stories into drawings that aligned with the director’s vision. Designed characters based on established models. Created detailed storyboards outlining animation sequences. Collaborated with writers and producers to develop unique designs that bring artistic visions to life. Gained expertise in various aspects of filmmaking to enhance storytelling progression. Worked flexible hours to meet project deadlines and implement necessary revisions.
Art Director at 7Interactive Lagos Nigeria
June 1, 2015 - October 31, 2016
Developed style guides to ensure consistent branding across projects. Worked closely with marketing and advertising teams to maintain brand uniformity across campaigns. Prepared design layouts for prepress files, including offset, web, and digital printing. Presented creative concepts to clients and incorporated feedback to enhance satisfaction.
Chief Storyboard Artist at Centerspread Lagos
June 1, 2009 - March 31, 2015
Translated stories into drawings aligned with the director’s vision. Designed characters based on established models. Created detailed storyboards outlining animation sequences. Worked with writers and producers to develop unique designs that bring artistic visions to life.

Education

Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, Nigeria
March 1, 2001 - March 1, 2006
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Auchi Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Auchi Polytechnic
March 1, 2001 - March 1, 2006
Painting and General Art at Auchi Polytechnic
March 1, 2001 - March 1, 2006
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Auchi Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Painting and General Art at Auchi Polytechnic
March 1, 2001 - March 1, 2006
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Auchi Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025

Qualifications

NAFAS Membership
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other, Real Estate & Construction