I’m Albert Asqaruly, a producer and studio leader with 9+ years of experience guiding complex creative, educational, and digital projects from idea to launch. I’ve built and managed cross-functional teams, coordinated diverse stakeholders, and optimized processes to deliver impact-driven results for clients and internal partners. I thrive in fast-paced environments, scaling teams and building production systems that support growth and quality. As CEO of KEME Animation in Astana, I’m passionate about storytelling, education, and fostering a vibrant animation community through leadership and collaboration.

Albert (Jambyl) Asqaruly

I’m Albert Asqaruly, a producer and studio leader with 9+ years of experience guiding complex creative, educational, and digital projects from idea to launch. I’ve built and managed cross-functional teams, coordinated diverse stakeholders, and optimized processes to deliver impact-driven results for clients and internal partners. I thrive in fast-paced environments, scaling teams and building production systems that support growth and quality. As CEO of KEME Animation in Astana, I’m passionate about storytelling, education, and fostering a vibrant animation community through leadership and collaboration.

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I’m Albert Asqaruly, a producer and studio leader with 9+ years of experience guiding complex creative, educational, and digital projects from idea to launch. I’ve built and managed cross-functional teams, coordinated diverse stakeholders, and optimized processes to deliver impact-driven results for clients and internal partners.

I thrive in fast-paced environments, scaling teams and building production systems that support growth and quality. As CEO of KEME Animation in Astana, I’m passionate about storytelling, education, and fostering a vibrant animation community through leadership and collaboration.

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Work Experience

CEO at KEME Animation
October 1, 2023 - Present
Built and led an animation and production studio from the ground up, owning strategy, operations, budgeting, and delivery. Implemented project workflows to handle multiple client projects concurrently. Managed cross-disciplinary teams (animators, designers, production, contractors) to ensure quality and timely delivery. Owned client engagement from briefing to deliverables, improving communication and repeat collaborations.
Art Director at Qazaq Animation
February 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Defined artistic vision and evaluation standards for project selections and pipelines. Coordinated expert councils, reviews, and strategic content directions. Drove educational and industry events fostering community engagement.
Project Manager at Sana Holding
September 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Oversaw media and corporate projects, controlling budgets, scope, and operational execution. Engaged with partners and clients ensuring alignment and delivery quality. Structured internal processes for reporting and project tracking.
Mentor at SANA Animation
May 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Provided mentorship and guidance to animation teams, helping shape project development, training, and best practices.
Chief Executive Officer at Tasqyn Studio
August 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Founded and managed a creative studio, launching multiple simultaneous projects. Implemented Agile methodologies, improving delivery predictability. Negotiated with partners and stakeholders, securing opportunities and distribution. Optimized production processes.
3D Character Animator at Dala animation
April 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Created and refined 3D character animations, collaborating with designers, modelers, and riggers to deliver high-quality sequences.
Video Editor at Zerdeli Digital
July 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Captured and edited video content, supporting production with editing workflows, asset management, and post-production tasks.
Producer at Black rainbow
June 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Produced the short animation project "Asyq", managed the entire production process, recruited staff, negotiated sponsorships, and signed contracts.
Project Manager at Bilim Media Group
August 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
Managed the filming process from idea to platform release, quality control, contract drafting with teacher speakers, script editing, and process optimization.
3D Character Animator at Qazart
April 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019
Participated in pre-production and production of the animated series Dala oyindary as a 3D modeler, rigger, animator, and composer.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Animation film directing at Kazakh national university of Arts
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services