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Hi, I’m Sakeena Younus. I’m a creative and detail-oriented illustrator with a passion for storytelling and visual communication. I specialize in children’s book illustration and explainer videos, turning complex ideas into engaging visuals that are accessible to kids and adults alike. I also bring experience as a social media manager, helping brands build meaningful connections through strong visual branding and content strategy. I enjoy collaborating with authors, editors, and teams to visually interpret narratives and craft cohesive storytelling, from initial sketches to print-ready artwork and engaging online content.…Hi, I’m Sakeena Younus. I’m a creative and detail-oriented illustrator with a passion for storytelling and visual communication. I specialize in children’s book illustration and explainer videos, turning complex ideas into engaging visuals that are accessible to kids and adults alike. I also bring experience as a social media manager, helping brands build meaningful connections through strong visual branding and content strategy. I enjoy collaborating with authors, editors, and teams to visually interpret narratives and craft cohesive storytelling, from initial sketches to print-ready artwork and engaging online content.

Sakeena Younus

2D Animator, Children’s Book Illustrator, Vector Illustrator, +6

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Hi, I’m Sakeena Younus. I’m a creative and detail-oriented illustrator with a passion for storytelling and visual communication. I specialize in children’s book illustration and explainer videos, turning complex ideas into engaging visuals that are accessible to kids and adults alike. I also bring experience as a social media manager, helping brands build meaningful connections through strong visual branding and content strategy. I enjoy collaborating with authors, editors, and teams to visually interpret narratives and craft cohesive storytelling, from initial sketches to print-ready artwork and engaging online content.…Hi, I’m Sakeena Younus. I’m a creative and detail-oriented illustrator with a passion for storytelling and visual communication. I specialize in children’s book illustration and explainer videos, turning complex ideas into engaging visuals that are accessible to kids and adults alike. I also bring experience as a social media manager, helping brands build meaningful connections through strong visual branding and content strategy. I enjoy collaborating with authors, editors, and teams to visually interpret narratives and craft cohesive storytelling, from initial sketches to print-ready artwork and engaging online content.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Sakeena Younus. I’m a creative and detail-oriented illustrator with a passion for storytelling and visual communication. I specialize in children’s book illustration and explainer videos, turning complex ideas into engaging visuals that are accessible to kids and adults alike. I also bring experience as a social media manager, helping brands build meaningful connections through strong visual branding and content strategy.

I enjoy collaborating with authors, editors, and teams to visually interpret narratives and craft cohesive storytelling, from initial sketches to print-ready artwork and engaging online content.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Explainer Video

Cartoon

Childrens Book Illustration

Adobe Photoshop

Experience Level

Adobe Illustrator

Expert

Explainer Video

Expert

Cartoon

Expert

Childrens Book Illustration

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Work Experience

Assistant Manager Illustration at AIMVIZ

May 1, 2018 - August 1, 2023

Oversaw a team of illustrators in the production department. Co-managed workloads to ensure maximum efficiency. Created vector illustrations and digital illustrations per client requirements. Created explainer ads from scripts. Completed tasks and incorporated client feedback on a daily basis.

Children’s Book Illustrator at CREATIF SOFT

October 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024

Created engaging, age-appropriate illustrations that brought children’s stories to life. Designed consistent page layouts and storyboards to enhance storytelling flow. Delivered high-quality, print-ready artwork aligned with publishing standards. Adapted illustrations for both print and digital formats, including interactive books. Collaborated with authors and editors to visually interpret narratives and characters.

Creative and Social Media Manager at MAQSAD

December 1, 2024 - Present

Plan and execute creative content strategies across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn to engage target audiences. Create and schedule static posts, reels, and story content that drive engagement and improve brand visibility. Monitor content performance and adapt strategies based on analytics. Capture high-quality behind-the-scenes photos and videos during events and interviews, showcasing a strong aesthetic sense.

Junior Frontend Developer at WETECH

August 1, 2015 - February 1, 2016

Design websites according to client requirements. Make websites responsive according to the clients' needs. Complete development tasks.