Okuhle Dladla is a multidisciplinary 3D Animation Artist, Visual Storyteller, and Music Producer based in South Africa. With a background in Film Arts and a Postgraduate Diploma in 3D Animation from the Open Window Institute, Okuhle brings a rare blend of technical precision and conceptual depth to every project he touches. His professional experience spans commercial production, animation, metaverse development, and illustration, having worked with studios and brands such as Unbox Galaxies, Incommon Productions, Patriot Films, Mangalani Publishing, and campaigns for BMW, Vodacom, MultiChoice, DSTV, Shoprite, Sasol, and Anglo American. His roles have ranged from Assistant Director and Storyboard Artist to 3D Animation Technical Director and Lead Animator, often contributing not only visuals but also concept development, music production, voice-over, and creative direction. Okuhle stands out for his ability to merge story, sound, and design into cohesive visual experiences. He believes that great art doesn’t simply provide answers—it provokes thought, emotion, and conversation. This philosophy has positioned him as both a creative problem-solver and a narrative-driven artist, trusted to bring ideas to life from concept to final execution. Whether working on immersive digital worlds, brand campaigns, or illustrative storytelling, Okuhle approaches every project with intention, excellence, and a deep respect for meaning-driven creativity.

Okuhle Dladla

Okuhle Dladla is a multidisciplinary 3D Animation Artist, Visual Storyteller, and Music Producer based in South Africa. With a background in Film Arts and a Postgraduate Diploma in 3D Animation from the Open Window Institute, Okuhle brings a rare blend of technical precision and conceptual depth to every project he touches. His professional experience spans commercial production, animation, metaverse development, and illustration, having worked with studios and brands such as Unbox Galaxies, Incommon Productions, Patriot Films, Mangalani Publishing, and campaigns for BMW, Vodacom, MultiChoice, DSTV, Shoprite, Sasol, and Anglo American. His roles have ranged from Assistant Director and Storyboard Artist to 3D Animation Technical Director and Lead Animator, often contributing not only visuals but also concept development, music production, voice-over, and creative direction. Okuhle stands out for his ability to merge story, sound, and design into cohesive visual experiences. He believes that great art doesn’t simply provide answers—it provokes thought, emotion, and conversation. This philosophy has positioned him as both a creative problem-solver and a narrative-driven artist, trusted to bring ideas to life from concept to final execution. Whether working on immersive digital worlds, brand campaigns, or illustrative storytelling, Okuhle approaches every project with intention, excellence, and a deep respect for meaning-driven creativity.

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Okuhle Dladla is a multidisciplinary 3D Animation Artist, Visual Storyteller, and Music Producer based in South Africa. With a background in Film Arts and a Postgraduate Diploma in 3D Animation from the Open Window Institute, Okuhle brings a rare blend of technical precision and conceptual depth to every project he touches.

His professional experience spans commercial production, animation, metaverse development, and illustration, having worked with studios and brands such as Unbox Galaxies, Incommon Productions, Patriot Films, Mangalani Publishing, and campaigns for BMW, Vodacom, MultiChoice, DSTV, Shoprite, Sasol, and Anglo American. His roles have ranged from Assistant Director and Storyboard Artist to 3D Animation Technical Director and Lead Animator, often contributing not only visuals but also concept development, music production, voice-over, and creative direction.

Okuhle stands out for his ability to merge story, sound, and design into cohesive visual experiences. He believes that great art doesn’t simply provide answers—it provokes thought, emotion, and conversation. This philosophy has positioned him as both a creative problem-solver and a narrative-driven artist, trusted to bring ideas to life from concept to final execution.

Whether working on immersive digital worlds, brand campaigns, or illustrative storytelling, Okuhle approaches every project with intention, excellence, and a deep respect for meaning-driven creativity.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Director & Storyboard Artist at Patriot Films (under Tumelo Moropa), Sandton
January 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Worked as an assistant director and storyboard artist on multiple campaigns. Projects included Vodacom/Vodabucks billboard campaigns (2021), Multichoice campaigns (2021), Yellowbone Productions campaigns (2021), DSTV Insurance campaigns (2021), Bidvest Darling campaigns (2022), and additional promotional shoots. Collaborated with the production team to plan shots, storyboard sequences, and ensure creative alignment with client briefs.
3D Animation Technical Director at Unbox Galaxies, Krugersdorp
January 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Led animation direction and concept development for BMW, Anglo American, Sasol metaverse collaboration projects. Served as lead animator and concept developer for Unbox Galaxies Eden Aurora metaverse creation and CTS metaverse development, overseeing VFX concepts and production pipelines.
3D Animation Technical Director at Unbox Galaxies
January 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Lead animator and concept development for projects including VFX and animation campaigns; collaborated on campaigns for BMW, Anglo American, Sasol, and other clients; contributed to Eden Aurora metamaverse creation and CTS metamverse development.
Assistant Director & Storyboard Artist at Patriot Films
January 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Worked on multiple projects under Patriot Films, including Sunlight Washing Powder commercial and DSTV campaigns; involved in directing assistance, storyboarding, and collaboration with Tumelo Moropa.
Assistant Director & Storyboard Artist at In Common Productions
January 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Worked on multiple campaigns at In Common Productions (Rosebank), including Sunlight washing powder (2021), DSTV Go Home Andza (2021), Playgirl deodorant (2021), DSTV Asi Da Shi ubumnandi (2022), Mr Delivery (2022), and 3D/TVC campaigns in 2022.
Lead Animator, Voice Over Artist, Music Producer & Concept Developer at Unbox Galaxies
January 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Led visual campaigns including Eden Aurora metamverse projects; provided voiceover performance and music production; contributed to concept development.
Lead Animator & Concept Developer at Unbox Galaxies
January 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Eden Aurora metamverse creation and CTS metamverse creation and development; leadership in visual campaigns.

Education

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Qualifications

Bachelor of Film Arts
February 1, 2017 - November 1, 2020
Post Graduate Diploma in 3D Animation
February 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Certificate of Excellence - Team Leader, Teen Outreach Christian Club Camp
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Certificate of Excellence - Youth Camp Director, Teen Outreach Christian Club Camp
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Film Arts
February 1, 2017 - November 1, 2020
Post Graduate Diploma in 3D Animation
February 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Certificate of Excellence - Team Leader, Teen Outreach Christian Club Camp
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Certificate of Excellence - Youth Camp Director, Teen Outreach Christian Club Camp
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Certificate of Excellence - Youth Camp Director, Teen Outreach Christian Club Camp
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Film Arts
February 1, 2017 - November 1, 2020
Post Graduate Diploma in 3D Animation
February 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Certificate of Excellence - Team Leader, Teen Outreach Christian Club Camp
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Certificate of Excellence - Youth Camp Director, Teen Outreach Christian Club Camp
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

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