Hi, I’m Sameira Shroff, a visual concept artist and designer with a passion for turning ideas into vivid characters, environments, and interactive experiences. I love collaborating with teams across animation, Games, and storytelling, using tools like Procreate, Photoshop, After Effects, Maya, and Unreal Engine to bring concepts to life. I’m an enthusiastic, energetic team player who believes in strong storytelling through shape language and color, and I’m always excited to craft memorable experiences for audiences. I thrive on learning, mentoring, and contributing to multi-disciplinary projects, from TV assets to VR experiences. I enjoy refining ideas through feedback, exploring new techniques, and helping teams deliver compelling visuals that resonate with audiences.

Sameira Shroff

Hi, I’m Sameira Shroff, a visual concept artist and designer with a passion for turning ideas into vivid characters, environments, and interactive experiences. I love collaborating with teams across animation, Games, and storytelling, using tools like Procreate, Photoshop, After Effects, Maya, and Unreal Engine to bring concepts to life. I’m an enthusiastic, energetic team player who believes in strong storytelling through shape language and color, and I’m always excited to craft memorable experiences for audiences. I thrive on learning, mentoring, and contributing to multi-disciplinary projects, from TV assets to VR experiences. I enjoy refining ideas through feedback, exploring new techniques, and helping teams deliver compelling visuals that resonate with audiences.

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Hi, I’m Sameira Shroff, a visual concept artist and designer with a passion for turning ideas into vivid characters, environments, and interactive experiences. I love collaborating with teams across animation, Games, and storytelling, using tools like Procreate, Photoshop, After Effects, Maya, and Unreal Engine to bring concepts to life. I’m an enthusiastic, energetic team player who believes in strong storytelling through shape language and color, and I’m always excited to craft memorable experiences for audiences.

I thrive on learning, mentoring, and contributing to multi-disciplinary projects, from TV assets to VR experiences. I enjoy refining ideas through feedback, exploring new techniques, and helping teams deliver compelling visuals that resonate with audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Character Artist at STAR TV NETWORK | DISNEY
February 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Designed layout templates for face and number cards in the Deck of Pride; developed final character designs for the four face cards of the Suit of Spades; contributed concept art and visual design assets for show production.
Masterclass Instructor at Atlas Skilltech University
December 1, 2024 - Present
Hosted a one-day masterclass on important skills and observations for concept art and the animation industry; conducted a practical session as a guest speaker.
Teaching Assistant at Vancouver Film School
June 1, 2025 - Present
Tracked student submissions, attendance and professionalism; led presentations on résumé writing and industry expectations; drafted project briefs for new cohorts; collaborated with faculty for course objectives; troubleshot technical issues and student questions; managed communications and events.
Concept Artist at Lucky Films Studio
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Character design development and orthographic character sheets; background design, environment textures and prop designs for advertisements.
Concept Artist at Secutech
December 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Character design for the DigiPravesh app; UI design for the final prototype.
Volunteer Coordinator at Spark CG Society
September 1, 2025 - Present
Led volunteer recruitment and onboarding; managed daily schedules, on-site logistics, and guest hospitality; ensured smooth event operations.
Winter Intern / Concept Artist at Grizzly Arts
November 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021
Developed and ideated final character designs; created turnaround sheets, poses, expressions, and color variations for characters; contributed to world-building visuals for games and television.
Visual Developer & Concept Artist at Buffalo Buffalo (via The Centre for Digital Media)
May 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Designed final character concept sheets and color options for 4 playable fighters; concepted 6 additional characters; created 2D animated mascot for the Dopplegangers game pack; contributed to game mechanics ideation, game design, and UI layout.
Visual Developer & Asset Builder at Metro Vancouver (via The Centre for Digital Media)
January 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024
Designed 2D and 3D navigation and interaction assets in Unreal Engine 5 for an immersive VR experience; created UI elements; conducted on-site tests and exhibited final work.
Storyboard & Character Design Intern at GobisBo Broadcasting Network Pvt. Ltd
April 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020
Created storyboards for an animated YouTube channel delivering simplified topics in world history, culture, and current political news for children and general audiences.
Character Design & Story Development Artist at Zebu Animation Studios
June 1, 2020 - October 31, 2020
Authored the narrative for a children's storybook; illustrated the book and designed characters that matched the story’s tone and themes.
Storyboard Artist Intern at Gobisbo Broadcasting Network Pvt. Ltd
April 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020
Created storyboards for an animated YouTube channel producing simplified topics in world history, cultural education, and current political news for both children and general audiences.
Character Designer at Zebu Animation Studios
June 1, 2020 - October 31, 2020
Authored the entire narrative for a children's storybook, incorporating whimsical, Dr. Seuss-style poetry to engage young readers. Illustrated the entire book, designing unique and memorable characters that visually complement the story’s tone and themes.
Concept Artist at Grizzly Arts
November 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021
Developed and ideated the 5 final character designs for a children’s TV show. Created character turnarounds, pose and expression sheets, and colour variations for all 5 characters. Storyteller focusing on backgrounds and visual development for games and television.
Concept Artist at Grizzly Arts
November 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021
As above (winter internship), including final character designs and visual development.
Character Artist at STAR TV NETWORK | DISNEY (short-term contract)
February 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
Designed the layout template for all face and number cards in the Deck of Pride; developed the final character designs for the four face cards of the Suit of Spades.
Concept Artist at Lucky Films Studio (freelance)
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Character design development and orthographic character sheets and turnarounds; background design, environment textures and prop designs for advertisements.
Concept Artist at Secutech (freelance)
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Character design for the DigiPravesh app for the Government of Maharashtra, India. UI design for the final prototype.
Concept Artist at Grizzly Arts (winter internship)
November 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021
Developed and ideated the 5 final character designs for a children’s TV show. Created character turnarounds, pose and expression sheets, and colour variations for all 5 characters. A story teller, focusing on backgrounds and visual development for games and television.

Education

Masters in Digital Media at The Centre for Digital Media, Vancouver
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Diploma in Animation Concept Art at Vancouver Film School
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Diploma in 3D Animation & VFX at Atlas Skilltech University (formerly DICE School of Film & Animation), Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Masters in Digital Media at The Centre for Digital Media, Vancouver
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Diploma in Animation Concept Art at Vancouver Film School
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Diploma in 3D Animation & VFX at Atlas Skilltech University, formerly DICE School of Film & Animation, Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Masters in Digital Media at The Centre for Digital Media, Vancouver
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Diploma in Animation Concept Art at Vancouver Film School
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Diploma in 3D Animation & VFX at Atlas Skilltech University, formerly DICE School of Film & Animation, Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026

Qualifications

Class Leader Award
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Fellowship Recipient
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
President of the Student Council
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Volunteer: ACM SIGGRAPH
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Fellowship Recipient
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Class Leader Award
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
President of the Student Council
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Primary GSS Councillor
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Head Volunteer for Hospitality
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Lifelong Volunteer
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Horizon Interactive Awards - Gold for Best Use of Video
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Horizon Interactive Awards - Silver for Best Interactive Experience
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
ACM SIGGRAPH Vancouver - Student Volunteer
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Atlas Skilltech University Fellowship
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Government, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization