I am Lujain Sairawan, a multidisciplinary artist and designer with a Bachelor's in Digital Animation from the American University in the Emirates. I create and tell stories through illustrations, design, and motion graphics, with a focus on children's books and editorial visual content. I enjoy bridging Arabic and English through translations and culturally resonant visuals. My work spans storyboarding, book layout, branding, and social media visuals for airlines and diverse clients. I value vintage aesthetics, meticulous attention to detail, and collaborative creativity, and I continually seek opportunities to grow within a supportive team.

Lujain Sairawan

I am Lujain Sairawan, a multidisciplinary artist and designer with a Bachelor's in Digital Animation from the American University in the Emirates. I create and tell stories through illustrations, design, and motion graphics, with a focus on children's books and editorial visual content. I enjoy bridging Arabic and English through translations and culturally resonant visuals. My work spans storyboarding, book layout, branding, and social media visuals for airlines and diverse clients. I value vintage aesthetics, meticulous attention to detail, and collaborative creativity, and I continually seek opportunities to grow within a supportive team.

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I am Lujain Sairawan, a multidisciplinary artist and designer with a Bachelor’s in Digital Animation from the American University in the Emirates. I create and tell stories through illustrations, design, and motion graphics, with a focus on children’s books and editorial visual content. I enjoy bridging Arabic and English through translations and culturally resonant visuals.

My work spans storyboarding, book layout, branding, and social media visuals for airlines and diverse clients. I value vintage aesthetics, meticulous attention to detail, and collaborative creativity, and I continually seek opportunities to grow within a supportive team.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
Korean
Advanced
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Published Writer, Illustrator & Designer at Ebhar P&D
June 1, 2023 - Present
Illustrated and wrote two Arabic children's books, created illustrations, book covers, and layouts using traditional and digital techniques. Designed and wrote a children's magazine for Cham Wings Airlines, providing entertainment and educational content for young travelers.
Motion Graphic Designer & Thumbnail Designer at Al Aan TV, Dubai
December 31, 2023 - July 27, 2025
Designed eye-catching thumbnails and social media visuals to maximize audience engagement. Storyboarded and animated motion graphics combining visuals, typography, and sound design. Edited scripts, arranged voiceovers, and mixed sound effects to create cohesive media projects.
Multimedia Designer Intern at Maxart
June 30, 2020 - July 27, 2025
Created marketing graphics, social media designs, and print materials for various clients.
Illustrator & Editorial Designer at Self-employed (Published Writer, Illustrator & Designer)
June 1, 2023 - Present
Published Writer, Illustrator & Designer; Illustrated and wrote two Arabic children's books; created engaging visual layouts for articles and interviews; published children's books & magazine (Oqhowan) and rebranded distribution on Cham Wings Airlines; created e-thumbnails and social visuals; storyboarded and animated motion graphics; contributed to branding and editorial materials.
Motion Graphic Designer & Thumbnail Designer at Al Ain TV, Dubai
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Designed marketing graphics, social media visuals, posters, and merchandise; developed branding elements including concept logos and brand identities.

Education

Bachelor’s at American University in the Emirates
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019
High School Diploma at Al Saleh Private International School
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Bachelor's in Digital Animation at American University in the Emirates
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019
Creative Writing Course at Shawa Academy
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Motion Graphics Creation Course at Shawa Academy
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Book Binding & Cover Design Course at Shawa Academy
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Illustrating and Writing Children's Short Stories Course at Shawa Academy
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Book Binding and Cover Design Course
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Illustrating and Writing Children Short Stories Courses
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Creative Writing Course
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Motion Graphics Creation Course
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Graphic Design and Typography Course
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Other, Travel & Hospitality