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I am an innovative Animator and Digital Illustrator with over 20 years of experience transforming concepts into visually captivating stories across diverse media platforms. My expertise spans 2D/3D animation, storyboarding, character design, and visual storytelling. I am proficient in industry-standard tools such as Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Adobe Premiere Pro to deliver exceptional results. I have a proven track record as a project leader, freelancer, and educator, with a passion for mentoring creative talent and guiding production teams from pre-production to final delivery. I collaborate closely with clients, conduct competitor and trend analyses, and shape creative direction to ensure alignment with project goals and brand identity.…I am an innovative Animator and Digital Illustrator with over 20 years of experience transforming concepts into visually captivating stories across diverse media platforms. My expertise spans 2D/3D animation, storyboarding, character design, and visual storytelling. I am proficient in industry-standard tools such as Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Adobe Premiere Pro to deliver exceptional results. I have a proven track record as a project leader, freelancer, and educator, with a passion for mentoring creative talent and guiding production teams from pre-production to final delivery. I collaborate closely with clients, conduct competitor and trend analyses, and shape creative direction to ensure alignment with project goals and brand identity.

Simone Kur

Animator, Freelance Digital Illustrator, Creative Director, +6

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I am an innovative Animator and Digital Illustrator with over 20 years of experience transforming concepts into visually captivating stories across diverse media platforms. My expertise spans 2D/3D animation, storyboarding, character design, and visual storytelling. I am proficient in industry-standard tools such as Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Adobe Premiere Pro to deliver exceptional results. I have a proven track record as a project leader, freelancer, and educator, with a passion for mentoring creative talent and guiding production teams from pre-production to final delivery. I collaborate closely with clients, conduct competitor and trend analyses, and shape creative direction to ensure alignment with project goals and brand identity.…I am an innovative Animator and Digital Illustrator with over 20 years of experience transforming concepts into visually captivating stories across diverse media platforms. My expertise spans 2D/3D animation, storyboarding, character design, and visual storytelling. I am proficient in industry-standard tools such as Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Adobe Premiere Pro to deliver exceptional results. I have a proven track record as a project leader, freelancer, and educator, with a passion for mentoring creative talent and guiding production teams from pre-production to final delivery. I collaborate closely with clients, conduct competitor and trend analyses, and shape creative direction to ensure alignment with project goals and brand identity.

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I am an innovative Animator and Digital Illustrator with over 20 years of experience transforming concepts into visually captivating stories across diverse media platforms. My expertise spans 2D/3D animation, storyboarding, character design, and visual storytelling. I am proficient in industry-standard tools such as Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Adobe Premiere Pro to deliver exceptional results.

I have a proven track record as a project leader, freelancer, and educator, with a passion for mentoring creative talent and guiding production teams from pre-production to final delivery. I collaborate closely with clients, conduct competitor and trend analyses, and shape creative direction to ensure alignment with project goals and brand identity.

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Editorial Illustration

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Work Experience

Control Room Manager at THE COMMUNITY SECURITY ORGANISATION (CSO)

January 1, 2020 - Present

Performed daily control room tasks with high integrity and efficiency, including monitoring CCTV and reporting unusual activity to necessary departments. Ensured the safety, efficiency, and smooth operation of equipment and systems while adhering to established protocols. Attended to community members in emergency situations.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at SiM-Sequence in Motion

January 1, 2004 - Present

Responsible for the creative vision and overseeing all aspects of production from pre-production design to post-production. Worked with teams across departments to ensure final products align with the intended style and story. Conducted market research, built strategic client relationships, and managed finances and budgets to maximize profitability.

Supervisor at Exclusive Books

December 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025

Led teams, managed customer service, inventory, and sales monitoring. Conducted staff training, scheduling, visual merchandising, and handled administrative tasks in a retail environment.

Animator and Illustrator at Freddy Hendrix

April 30, 2009 - July 15, 2025

Specialized in 3D animation, illustration, and design across media platforms including motion graphics, TV commercials, and online animation. Responsibilities included concept development, storyboarding, character design, 2D/3D animation, client collaboration, project management, and team collaboration.

Lecturer at Boston Media House

December 31, 2009 - July 15, 2025

Implemented curriculum and taught clay animation and Photoshop. Supervised projects, assessed students, mentored creative talent, participated in market research, and stayed updated on industry software and trends.

Intern at Holy Cow

February 28, 2002 - July 15, 2025

Assisted in developing animation concepts, created storyboards, supported character and background design, produced 2D and 3D animations, collaborated with clients and project teams, managed tasks to meet deadlines, and participated in brainstorming and research.

Chief Executive Officer at Sequence in Motion (SiM)

January 1, 2004 - Present

Oversees creative production pipeline, leads project planning, and mentors teams; responsible for pre-production to final delivery.

Supervisor, Character Design & Modelling; Storyboarding & Visual Storytelling at Exclusive Books, Johannesburg

January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2020

Managed character design and modelling, storyboarding, and visual storytelling for store campaigns and promotional materials.

Animator & Illustrator at Freddy Hendrix

January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2009

Created concept art and animated content for client projects and publications; contributed to advertising and media campaigns.

Animation Intern at Holy Cow Creative

January 1, 2001 - February 28, 2002

Gained foundational experience in animation and illustration; built portfolio with client-facing work.

Lecturer - Animation & Illustration at Boston Media House

January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009

Delivered lectures in animation and illustration; developed curriculum materials and assessed student work.

Animator & Illustrator at Sequence in Motion (SiM)

January 1, 2004 - Present

Lead concept development, storyboard, 2D/3D animation, character design, and visual storytelling; produced assets across diverse media platforms for clients such as Exclusive Books; led projects from pre-production to final delivery; collaborated with clients and cross-functional teams to meet creative goals.

Admin Manager & Advisor to Director at Sequence in Motion (SiM)

January 1, 2006 - Present

Managed day-to-day operations, maintained logs and reports, and coordinated cross-department communication; oversaw incident reporting, security liaising, and stakeholder updates; implemented documentation and archival practices to support project governance.