Creative and results-driven Animator and Illustrator with over 5 years of experience in art, design, and animation across various media. Proven track record of producing high-quality animations, illustrations, and video content that effectively communicate complex concepts. Adept at story boarding, art direction, and utilizing industry-standard software to deliver engaging and impactful content. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing projects remotely under tight deadlines.…

Philip Njeru Gathogo

Creative and results-driven Animator and Illustrator with over 5 years of experience in art, design, and animation across various media. Proven track record of producing high-quality animations, illustrations, and video content that effectively communicate complex concepts. Adept at story boarding, art direction, and utilizing industry-standard software to deliver engaging and impactful content. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing projects remotely under tight deadlines.…

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Creative and results-driven Animator and Illustrator with over 5 years of experience in art, design, and animation across various media. Proven track record of producing high-quality animations, illustrations, and video content that effectively communicate complex concepts. Adept at story boarding, art direction, and utilizing industry-standard software to deliver engaging and impactful content. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing projects remotely under tight deadlines.

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Language

English
Fluent
Swahili
Fluent

Work Experience

Webtoon Clean-up and Line Artist at Youngtoons
October 1, 2025 - Present
Worked on the webtoon My Vampire System as the clean-up artist, ensuring the lines were precise and anatomically correct. In charge of colours and background for the comic book. Suggested media buying techniques to help distribute the comic.
Creative Strategist and Art Director at Marvel Africa Technologies
March 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Defined and owned the brand strategy for technology product lines, leading a 3-person team to execute rebranding initiatives and CRM-aligned campaigns. In charge of colours and background for the comic book. Direct collaboration with the CEO to ensure digital output and messaging aligned with long-term objectives and brand positioning. Created brand guidelines and ensured consistency across graphic designs.
Comic Artist at Pnematica
November 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Produced a set of comic books called ‘Mwangaza football club.’ In charge of colours and background for the comic book. Suggested media buying techniques to help distribute the comic.
3D Animator at Void Atelier
February 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Worked with Void Atelier studios to produce animated content such as ‘The little things’ using Blender. Commissioned to create a 1-minute explainer animation for Kiep 250+ website in under a week. Did all the art direction, voice over, sound editing and animation. Also produced in-house content and trending animations like ‘Welcome to the Techverse.’
Video Editor and Animator at Eastman Empire, Nairobi
November 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Created a 2D TVC using Adobe After Effects; edited video documentaries showcasing agricultural success, enhancing visual storytelling and engagement; integrated music and voiceovers for stronger calls-to-action.
Illustrator at Chomoka Studios, Nairobi
June 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Created detailed illustrations for a hygiene poster, including step-by-step guides on slaughterhouse sanitation; completed the project remotely within one week.
Animator and Illustrator at Wide Eyed Studios, Nairobi
July 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Directed art and animation for a series of 3D gas safety videos, including storyboarding and researching safety tips; produced engaging content that effectively communicated crucial safety information.
Animation Intern at Blankspace Animation Studio, Nairobi
December 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Developed animatics and supported pipeline processes, adhering to strict deadlines and enhancing team productivity. Assisted in replicating animation styles and solving production setbacks using Maya.
Self-Employed Animator at Nairobi (Gasika project)
July 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Designed and animated a 1.5-minute commercial for Gasika, including storyboarding, art direction, and editing. Coordinated remotely with a team to create a compelling advertisement.
Self-Employed Animator at Freelance
April 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021
Produced a 2D animation on the theme of violence and abuse, handling all stages from character design to final editing. Delivered a high-quality animation within a short timeframe.
Self-Employed Illustrator at Freelance
June 1, 2020 - Present
Created illustrations for the Nyamghondo story, including research-based iconic scenes and character designs. Delivered digital portraits and event illustrations, applying colour theory and lighting techniques.
Self-Employed Artist at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - February 1, 2020
Completed commissioned art projects, including portraits and large-scale paintings. Participated in art exhibitions, gaining exposure and improving client interaction and satisfaction.

Education

Higher National Diploma in Computer animation at Shang Tao Media Arts college
July 1, 2018 - January 31, 2021
Digital Marketing at STRATHMORE UNIVERSITY
October 20, 2025 - November 20, 2025
Full Stack Media Buyer Method at Media Buyer School | João Abrantes
July 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education
    Magic Lemur
    Magic lemar is a fun digital drawing imagining a lemur as a magician. It was done in a few hours in Krita software. See full project details ans stages with the link below: https://www.twine.net/signin illustrator characterdesign illustration photo…
    The Sketch That Came Alive | comic
    This project is a visually engaging, character-driven short comic blending fantasy and everyday life. It explores themes of self-doubt, courage, and hidden potential through expressive visuals and strong pacing. USE LINK TO SEE THE FULL PROJECT: https://www.twine.net/signin _STORY_ Lina is a quiet and insecure young artist. She struggles with self-doubt. One night, she sketches a small creature named Miko. She dismisses it as lifeless. Suddenly, the drawing comes alive. This brings her imagination into reality. As Lina gains confidence, her drawings fill the room with vibrant life. Then, a shadowy force formed from her doubts begins destroying everything. Realizing that Miko represents her belief in herself, Lina redraws it with confidence, defeating the darkness. By morning, Lina is transformed. She is no longer afraid to create. _VISUAL STRATEGY & TECHNICAL APPROACH_ Character Acting: Lina features a simple design, expressive eyes, messy hair, and an oversized hoodie. Miko contrasts this as a small magical creature with round shapes and glowing accents. Lighting as Narrative: The boards utilize chiaroscuro principles to separate the mundane from the magical. The opening uses muted colors and a messy workspace to establish her emotional posture. The inciting incident introduces a warm glow and soft character design. The climax shifts to dark tones and distorted shapes. The resolution is framed by bright lighting and a calm ending. Draftsmanship: The energetic line work focuses on clear silhouettes and staging. TIMELINE: This 5 paged comics was completed in 5 days, character design, sketches and paneling, linework and colouring. colouring comic illustrator Storyboarding conceptart…
    Total loss
    A deep dive into emotional storytelling through high-contrast lighting. This piece explores the intersection of clean line art and the classical Chiaroscuro 💡 technique. My goal was to capture a visceral moment of grief using a 'Graphic Noir' aesthetic. I focused on how Exaggerated Silhouettes and Secondary Action—specifically the heavy rainfall and splashing droplets—can heighten the tension of a static composition. Process Breakdown: Final Illustration: The completed high-contrast render. Value & Lighting Study: A look at the isolated shadow layer to show value control. Line Art & Flat Colors: Proving production-readiness for comic and animation pipelines. Initial Sketch: The foundational composition and gesture. Click the link to see the Project breakdown : https://www.twine.net/signin Storyboarding Cinematography VisualStorytelling PreProduction CreativeStrategy ConceptArt illustrator…
    The Black Mamba Experience
    This piece demonstrates the ability to blend high-impact storytelling with conversion-focused design, ideal for digital media campaigns. Action-Oriented Composition: The forward-leaning posture creates a strong diagonal line that directs the viewer's eye through the frame, designed specifically to stop the scroll in fast-paced feeds. Strategic Cultural Resonance: By embedding local markers into the design, the character fosters immediate brand trust and relatability within specific target markets. Technical Visual Hierarchy: Using intentional rim lighting to separate the subject from the background ensures the asset "pops" on small mobile screens—a critical requirement for high-performing ad creatives. Form & Durability: The use of distinct, bold line weights establishes a visual narrative of resilience and reliability. This is a performance-driven asset built to communicate complex brand values instantly while maintaining high engagement across digital platforms. illustrator bookillustration digital illustration comicillustration…
    Further Heights
    The path was not easy. The final exams felt harder than the climb up this ancient, split tree. But the view—and the realization—was worth every step. A young woman in dark denim jeans and a patterned shirt stands balanced on a thick, gnarled branch. She is not resting. She has one eye glued to her binoculars, looking across the vast green expanse towards a sprawling coastal city defined by classical columns, terraces, and a distinct double-towered cathedral. Her life's achievements are integrated into this moment: a scroll is tucked into her waistband, a heavy academic book strap is fixed over her shoulder, and on the branch above her, a graduation cap and gown hang like a temporary flag of victory. An green band, perhaps a team color or identifier, circles her left arm. Below her, a graceful giraffe feeds on the acacia leaves, seemingly oblivious to the viewer's presence. The scene is defined by a sense of Threshold: she is balanced between the wild, natural ground she grew up on and the organized, metropolitan future she has spent years preparing to enter. The binoculars are focused on what’s next. Link to project: https://www.twine.net/signin illustrator comicartist…
    the Digital Universe
    Another animation collaboration featuring Void Atelier and Waxxes Animation produced an experience of the Digital Universe. My contribution is animation and Vfx of the scenes the character is in the sitting room. Big shoutout to the amazing team involved from story to final renders. Bill Munene :story, rigging, animation, sound design John Kiarie :Story, character design, environments,editing and compositing, VFX Philip Njeru :Animation and VFX {ME} animator 3danimator Jeremy Mwambu Story Joseph Gitau :Environments blender blenderanimation…
    Efi RUN!
    action animation, Efi parkours as she runs from something. Animation done in MAYA. Character rig Efi Oladele by Christoph (Thestoff) Schoch https://www.twine.net/signin animator…
    Njugush interview
    I worked on character animation took about 3 days. Day 1 body poses, day 2 lipsync day 3 face animation and fine tuning sent on the 4th day after revisions. I did it in blender. . . . 3danimator lipsync animation…