Hi, I’m Shaimaa Mohamed, a 2D and 3D animator with over eight years of experience bringing characters, objects, and environments to life through movement. I work across animation, animatics, rigging, lighting, and visual effects, using a range of CG tools to craft engaging visuals for film, video, and educational content. I enjoy collaborating with directors and teams to turn scripts and treatments into clear, cinematic visuals that support storytelling. I’m proficient with 3ds Max, Maya, and Moho, and I’ve applied motion capture workflows and asset pipelines to deliver polished animations. My goal is to blend technical skills with creative storytelling, delivering visuals that connect with audiences and drive projects forward.

Shaimaa Mohamed

Hi, I’m Shaimaa Mohamed, a 2D and 3D animator with over eight years of experience bringing characters, objects, and environments to life through movement. I work across animation, animatics, rigging, lighting, and visual effects, using a range of CG tools to craft engaging visuals for film, video, and educational content. I enjoy collaborating with directors and teams to turn scripts and treatments into clear, cinematic visuals that support storytelling. I’m proficient with 3ds Max, Maya, and Moho, and I’ve applied motion capture workflows and asset pipelines to deliver polished animations. My goal is to blend technical skills with creative storytelling, delivering visuals that connect with audiences and drive projects forward.

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Hi, I’m Shaimaa Mohamed, a 2D and 3D animator with over eight years of experience bringing characters, objects, and environments to life through movement. I work across animation, animatics, rigging, lighting, and visual effects, using a range of CG tools to craft engaging visuals for film, video, and educational content. I enjoy collaborating with directors and teams to turn scripts and treatments into clear, cinematic visuals that support storytelling.

I’m proficient with 3ds Max, Maya, and Moho, and I’ve applied motion capture workflows and asset pipelines to deliver polished animations. My goal is to blend technical skills with creative storytelling, delivering visuals that connect with audiences and drive projects forward.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Advanced
Arabic
Fluent

Work Experience

3D Animator at Cartoonile Company
December 31, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Worked with artists, animators, and marketing teams to translate concepts into moving imagery, delivering assets needed to produce 3D animation. Translated storyboards into animated objects and sequences; created and animated objects, layouts, backgrounds, illustrations, characters, and synced visuals with sound.
3D Animator at To ya Company
December 31, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Translated storyboards into animated objects and sequences; created and animated objects, layouts, backgrounds, illustrations, characters, and synced visual and sound elements.
ANIMATICS ARTIST at Fantasy House
December 31, 2022 - September 17, 2025
As an animatics artist, I create the initial visual representations of a story’s narrative. I collaborate with the director to visualize the story from script or treatment, using programs such as 3D Max to craft the ‘raw footage’ that illustrates how sequences will unfold and provides the foundation for the next production phases.
2D Animator at Rayhana Kid YouTube Channel
December 31, 2023 - September 17, 2025
Rigging characters and creating animation using Moho.
3D Animator at Cartoonile Company
December 31, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Translated storyboards into animated objects and sequences; created and animated objects, layouts, backgrounds, illustrations, and characters; synced visuals with sound elements. Collaborated with artists, animators, and marketing teams to deliver assets for 3D animation projects.
3D Animator at To ya Company
December 31, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Translated storyboards into animated objects and sequences; created and animated objects, layouts, backgrounds, illustrations, characters, and synchronized visuals with sound. Adjusted approach based on project needs and team expertise.
Animatics Artist at Fantasy House
December 31, 2022 - September 17, 2025
As an animatics artist, created the initial visual representations of a story’s narrative in collaboration with the director. Visualized the story from script or treatment and defined visual decisions using 3D software to produce “raw footage” that illustrates sequence timing and flow for production.
2D Animator at Rayhana Kid YouTube channel
December 31, 2023 - September 17, 2025
Rigged characters and created animation using Moho program, delivering engaging 2D content for the channel.
Graphic Teacher, English Teacher (Volunteer) at AIESEC, Malaysia
December 31, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Volunteer role involving graphic design work and assisting the English teacher; contributed to leadership development initiatives and delivered educational activities aligned with the Sustainable Development Goal of Quality Education.
3D Animator at Cartoonile Company
January 1, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Worked with artists, animators, and marketing teams to translate concepts into moving imagery, delivering assets needed to produce 3D animation. Translated storyboards into animated objects and sequences; created and animated objects, layouts, backgrounds, illustrations, characters, and synced visuals and sound elements.
3D Animator at To ya Company
January 1, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Translated storyboards into animated objects and sequences; created and animating objects, layouts, backgrounds, illustrations, characters, and syncing visual and sound elements, depending on project needs and the expertise of the 3D animator.
ANIMATICS ARTIST at Fantasy House
January 1, 2022 - September 17, 2025
As an animatics artist, I create the initial visual representations of a story’s narrative. In collaboration with the director, I visualize the story from a script or treatment, then make visual decisions using programs such as 3D Max to create what can be considered the 'raw footage' of the show or movie, edited together with sound to illustrate how a sequence will function. Animatics videos form the foundation for the next production phases.
2D Animator at Rayhana Kid YouTube channel
January 1, 2023 - September 17, 2025
Rigging characters and creating animation using Moho.
Animatics Artist at Fantasy House
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
As an animatics artist, I create the initial visual representations of a story’s narrative, collaborating with the director to visualize the script or treatment. I decide sequence pacing and visual decisions, effectively producing the 'raw footage' of the show by assembling storyboard frames and rough animations. I leverage tools like 3ds Max to illustrate how a sequence will function in the next phases of production.
3D Animator at To ya Company
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Created 3D animations for multiple projects, translating concepts into moving visuals using 3ds Max. Collaborated with artists and marketing teams to meet deadlines and production goals while maintaining a high standard of visual quality.
3D Animator at Cartoonile Company
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2022
Translated concepts into moving imagery; created objects, layouts, backgrounds, illustrations, and characters, and synchronized visuals with sound. Worked with teams to deliver 3D animation assets for various productions.
2D Animator at Rayhana Kid YouTube channel
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Rigging characters and creating animation using Moho (Anime Studio) to produce engaging 2D content for the channel.
3D Animator at Matrix Company
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Made animations using Motion Capture and 3D Max workflows to deliver performance-driven 3D sequences.
Freelancer 3D Animator at Nahdet Misr
April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Freelance 3D animator contributing to various animation projects, optimizing workflows and delivering high-quality 3D assets.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Animation Cartoon Book Illustration at Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University (Zamalek), Cairo
January 1, 2008 - May 1, 2012
Fulbright Researcher at New York Film Academy (NYFA), Los Angeles, CA
January 1, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Fulbright Researcher (Maya Program) at New York Film Academy (NYFA), Los Angeles
January 1, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Animation - Cartoon Book Illustration at Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University, Cairo
January 1, 2008 - May 1, 2012
Fulbright Researcher at New York Film Academy (NYFA)
January 1, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Animation Cartoon Book Illustration at Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
ART TEACHER certificate at Letarda, Al Warsha, Cairo
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Bachelor's Degree at Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University
January 1, 2008 - May 1, 2012
Fulbright Researcher at New York Film Academy (NYFA), Los Angeles
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Qualifications

Fulbright Researcher
January 1, 2024 - September 17, 2025
The Third Place in Animation
January 1, 2022 - September 17, 2025
The First Place in the Field of Animation
January 1, 2015 - September 17, 2025
The Second Place in the Animation
January 1, 2017 - September 17, 2025
Certified Art Teacher
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2011
Fulbright Researcher Grant - Maya Program
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
ART TEACHER certificate
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011

Industry Experience

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