I’m an MFA-qualified Animator and Visual Designer with over three years of experience working across India, Estonia, and Canada. I specialize in taking complex stories and turning them into clear, high-impact visual systems and 2D animations. Currently, I’m focused on using AI to make creative workflows faster and leading the production of large-scale educational video series.\n\nI’ve spent my career leading design projects, building brand identities, and collaborating with international teams to solve creative problems. My goal is always to bridge the gap between traditional art and new technology to create stories that truly connect with people.

Maya Chaudhary

I’m an MFA-qualified Animator and Visual Designer with over three years of experience working across India, Estonia, and Canada. I specialize in taking complex stories and turning them into clear, high-impact visual systems and 2D animations. Currently, I’m focused on using AI to make creative workflows faster and leading the production of large-scale educational video series.\n\nI’ve spent my career leading design projects, building brand identities, and collaborating with international teams to solve creative problems. My goal is always to bridge the gap between traditional art and new technology to create stories that truly connect with people.

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I’m an MFA-qualified Animator and Visual Designer with over three years of experience working across India, Estonia, and Canada. I specialize in taking complex stories and turning them into clear, high-impact visual systems and 2D animations. Currently, I’m focused on using AI to make creative workflows faster and leading the production of large-scale educational video series.\n\nI’ve spent my career leading design projects, building brand identities, and collaborating with international teams to solve creative problems. My goal is always to bridge the gap between traditional art and new technology to create stories that truly connect with people.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Multimedia Content Developer at Prime Habitare
May 1, 2023 - Present
Led the creation of animated graphics and short videos, enhancing brand storytelling and digital outreach across presentations and social media.
Course Designer & Facilitator - Co-create & Storytelling at Eesti Kunstiakadeemia
March 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Co-designed and led visual storytelling workshops at BEAST Film Festival in Portugal and Estonian Academy of Arts.
Visual Storyteller & Multimedia Designer at Independent
June 1, 2025 - Present
Developed narrative-driven visuals and multimedia content for various projects with a focus on educational and cultural contexts.
Social Media & Visual Content Manager at Totem Creative
November 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Designed visuals and motion assets for digital marketing campaigns; conducted audience research to guide content trends and improved brand consistency across platforms.
Animation & Visual Content Designer at Fourlinefilms
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Created motion graphics, 2D animations, and storyboards for promotional and narrative video content; enhanced visual language through animation and cues.
Illustrator & Postproduction Editor at Salmansajunstudio
August 1, 2020 - November 1, 2021
Produced illustrations and postproduction edits; coordinated with international teams across multiple time zones to deliver creative deliverables on schedule.
Motion Designer & Illustrator at Fold Labs
July 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Illustrated and storyboarded animated educational videos; produced motion graphics for digital learning platforms, maintaining quality across multiple video projects.
Narrative Asset Designer at Independent Project
May 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Conceptualized and hand-drew 2D character narratives onto complex 3D ceramic forms; executed 3D surface illustration and environment/character designs on physical objects; managed end-to-end production from sketches to final renders; integrated core animation principles for fluid storytelling.
Lead 2D Artist & Animator at Ashwani Thapa (Content Creator)
August 1, 2025 - Present
Spearheading end-to-end 2D art creation for an 8-part visual series; developing environments and character storyboards; ensuring a cohesive visual style; integrating Generative AI tools to accelerate asset generation and prototyping; improving production efficiency by 40%.
Course Visual Development at North
November 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Led end-to-end creative direction for an educational course; visual development for assets and motion graphics; built a scalable identity system; managed full production workflow across digital learning modules.
Workshop Facilitator at Eesti Kunstiakadeemia
March 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Co-designed and led visual storytelling workshops at BEAST Film Festival in Portugal and Estonian Academy of Arts; blended traditional print and illustration techniques with digital animation for educational media; adapted workshop modules for accessibility, inclusivity; led UI/visual layout planning for educational tools.
Illustrator / Visual Assets Producer at Fold Labs
July 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Illustrated and storyboarded 2D educational assets focusing on visual clarity, composition, and user engagement; produced motion assets and graphics for digital learning platforms; maintained consistent aesthetics across six major projects.
Animation Module Developer / Lead at Anant National University
February 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Spearheaded end-to-end development of scalable animation modules, translating theories into learning paths for diverse international groups; directed intensive workshops using experimental storytelling to enhance information retention; designed accessible visual tools and assessed quality.
Lead Illustrator / Visual Asset Producer at Salmansajunstudio
August 1, 2020 - November 1, 2021
Produced high-fidelity 2D illustrations and visual assets for international gaming and narrative projects; performed post-production edits and motion graphics; collaborated with global teams to ensure timely deliveries.
Narrative Artist / Animator at Fourlinefilms
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Created captivating 2D animations, character storyboards, and background assets for promotional and narrative video projects; developed unique icons and logos; translated creative visions into sketches and final renders in collaboration with directors.

Education

Bachelors in Design (Animation - Communication Design) at GLSID
June 20, 2022
Masters In Animation at EKA
August 14, 2023 - July 22, 2024
Master of Fine Arts (Animation) at Eesti Kunstiakadeemia / Estonian Academy of Arts
August 1, 2022 - June 1, 2025
Bachelor of Design in Communication Design (Animation) at GLSID
August 1, 2017 - June 1, 2021

Qualifications

Master of Fine Arts (Animation)
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026
Bachelor of Design in Communication Design
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Other, Professional Services, Software & Internet
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