Hi, I’m Nhlanhla Mkhize, an aspiring animator and visual storyteller who loves bringing ideas to life through design and animation. I enjoy blending imaginative concepts with technical skills to craft engaging experiences that connect with audiences. I’m curious, adaptable, and driven to push creative boundaries, always eager to learn new techniques in 3D animation, VFX, and storytelling to grow as an artist.…

Nhlanhla Mkhize

Hi, I’m Nhlanhla Mkhize, an aspiring animator and visual storyteller who loves bringing ideas to life through design and animation. I enjoy blending imaginative concepts with technical skills to craft engaging experiences that connect with audiences. I’m curious, adaptable, and driven to push creative boundaries, always eager to learn new techniques in 3D animation, VFX, and storytelling to grow as an artist.…

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Hi, I’m Nhlanhla Mkhize, an aspiring animator and visual storyteller who loves bringing ideas to life through design and animation. I enjoy blending imaginative concepts with technical skills to craft engaging experiences that connect with audiences.

I’m curious, adaptable, and driven to push creative boundaries, always eager to learn new techniques in 3D animation, VFX, and storytelling to grow as an artist.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

3D Animation Learnership at Content Hub
August 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024
Responsible for learning and applying 3D animation techniques over the period. Engaged in lesson planning, instructions, assessments, and providing feedback.
Freelancer at Durban High School
June 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Provided freelance services including lesson planning, instructions, assessments, and feedback, focusing on educational and animation related projects.
3D Animation Learner Ship at Content Hub
September 30, 2024 - August 8, 2025
Participated as a 3D animation learner at Content Hub, focusing on advancing skills in animation production in a structured apprenticeship program.
Freelancer at Urban High School
December 31, 2015 - August 8, 2025
Worked as a freelancer providing lesson planning, instructions, assessments and feedback related to animation and other creative subjects.
3D Animation Learner Ship at Content Hub
September 1, 2024 - August 16, 2025
Participated in a 3D Animation Learnership program at Content Hub, gaining practical skills and experience in 3D animation techniques and workflows.
Freelancer at Urban High School
January 1, 2015 - August 16, 2025
Provided freelance services including lesson planning, instructions, assessments, and feedback in animation and related subjects.
3D Animation Learnership at Content Hub
September 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Learnership program focused on 3D animation, modelling and visual storytelling; collaborated on developing engaging experiences.
3D Animation Learner at Content Hub
August 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
Gained hands-on experience in 3D animation and VFX, including modeling, texturing, and animation workflows.
Animation Learner Intern at Content Hub
August 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
Assisted with animation and visual effects tasks, supported senior animators, and contributed to project workflows.
Freelance Lesson Planner at Self-Employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Planned lessons, prepared instructions, assessments, and feedback for learners.

Education

High School Diploma at Durban High School
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2015
High School at Nhlanhla Mkhize Education High School
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2015
High School Diploma at Nhlanhla Mkhize High School
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
High School at Durban High School
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
High School at High School
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Diploma in Fine Arts at Durban University of Technology
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Animation & VFX Certificate at Creative Arts College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
High School at Durban High School
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Diploma in Fine Arts at Durban University of Technology
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Animation & VFX Certificate at Creative Arts College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

3D Animation & Vfx Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 8, 2025
3D Animation & VFX Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Matric - Umkhumbane Secondary School
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
3D Animation & VFX Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 16, 2025
Matric - Umkhumbane Sec School
January 11, 2030 - August 16, 2025
3D Animation & VFX Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 25, 2025
National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 25, 2025
National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Diploma in Fine Arts
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Animation & VFX Certificate
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026

Industry Experience

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