Hello, I’m Clyde Beech, a Creative Director and Visual Storyteller with 15+ years in comics, animation, film, and branded content. I’ve steered global comic production for Supa Strikas, helping reach 1M+ monthly readers in 20+ countries, and contributed visual development to Boy Kills World, including the Lionsgate-distributed opening and end credits premiered at TIFF. I also co-founded Kwezi, South Africa’s first superhero IP, and I’m recognized for building efficient design pipelines and mentoring talent. I love shaping narrative systems that scale across media, from graphic novels to animation and education campaigns. I integrate innovative tools and workflows to accelerate delivery while preserving craft, and I’ve led cross-disciplinary teams to deliver award-winning work under tight deadlines. Outside client work, I engage in literacy initiatives and community programs to inspire the next generation of African creators.

Clyde Beech

Hello, I’m Clyde Beech, a Creative Director and Visual Storyteller with 15+ years in comics, animation, film, and branded content. I’ve steered global comic production for Supa Strikas, helping reach 1M+ monthly readers in 20+ countries, and contributed visual development to Boy Kills World, including the Lionsgate-distributed opening and end credits premiered at TIFF. I also co-founded Kwezi, South Africa’s first superhero IP, and I’m recognized for building efficient design pipelines and mentoring talent. I love shaping narrative systems that scale across media, from graphic novels to animation and education campaigns. I integrate innovative tools and workflows to accelerate delivery while preserving craft, and I’ve led cross-disciplinary teams to deliver award-winning work under tight deadlines. Outside client work, I engage in literacy initiatives and community programs to inspire the next generation of African creators.

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Hello, I’m Clyde Beech, a Creative Director and Visual Storyteller with 15+ years in comics, animation, film, and branded content. I’ve steered global comic production for Supa Strikas, helping reach 1M+ monthly readers in 20+ countries, and contributed visual development to Boy Kills World, including the Lionsgate-distributed opening and end credits premiered at TIFF. I also co-founded Kwezi, South Africa’s first superhero IP, and I’m recognized for building efficient design pipelines and mentoring talent.

I love shaping narrative systems that scale across media, from graphic novels to animation and education campaigns. I integrate innovative tools and workflows to accelerate delivery while preserving craft, and I’ve led cross-disciplinary teams to deliver award-winning work under tight deadlines. Outside client work, I engage in literacy initiatives and community programs to inspire the next generation of African creators.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Artist, Illustrator & Creative Director at Self-employed
November 1, 2018 - Present
Directed visual development for Boy Kills World animated credits, collaborating with global studios such as Raimi Productions and Lionsgate. Led creative projects involving character design, comic book development, and educational campaigns. Co-founded and co-developed Kwezi, South Africa’s first superhero comic, responsible for world-building, storytelling, and character concept art. Wrote, directed, storyboarded, and executed concept art for an award-winning music video despite limited resources.
Art Director, Team Leader & Lead Colourist/Finishing Artist at Strika Entertainment
December 31, 2018 - July 28, 2025
Oversaw production and creative direction for one of South Africa’s most successful global comic books, Supa Strikas, ensuring consistent quality across international markets. Introduced new colour techniques and production processes that reduced production time and enhanced visual impact. Managed and mentored a team of 8-15 artists, fostering collaboration and creative growth.
Line, Background, Layout & Texture Artist at Clockwork Zoo
December 31, 2010 - July 28, 2025
Contributed high-quality art to animation projects including Disney Junior’s 'Florries Dragons' and Cookie Jar Entertainment’s 'Caillou.'
Freelance Creative Director & Illustrator at Independent / Cape Town
January 1, 2018 - Present
Animated credits for Boy Kills World (TIFF premiere; Lionsgate-distributed). Directed award-winning animated music video Public Criticism. Concept art & storyboards for SuperScientists and Pearl of the Sea (3,000+ copies, 50,000+ visitors).
Art Director / Lead Colourist at Strika Entertainment
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2018
Directed Supa Strikas (1M+ readers, 20+ countries). Mentored 8–15 artists; redesigned pipeline to shorten finish time by ~30% and boosted retention from 1–2 years to 5+ years.
Background/Layout Artist at Clockwork Zoo
January 1, 2010 - Present
Layouts for Florrie’s Dragons (Disney Junior) and Caillou (Cookie Jar).
Freelance Creative Director & Illustrator at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Directed visual development for Boy Kills World animated opening and end credits in collaboration with Nell Productions and Talent 10 Holdings; contributed to a Lionsgate-distributed feature film premiered at TIFF 2023. Delivered concept art, storyboards, and character design for educational campaigns (SuperScientists, Pearl of the Sea), reaching 3,000+ distributed copies and museum audiences of 50,000+ visitors. Integrated AI-assisted tools into production workflows, accelerating asset delivery and reducing turnaround times. Wrote, storyboarded, and directed the animated music video Public Criticism (Black Native), which won Best Music Film Award.

Education

1st Year at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
1st Year Visual Communication, Graphic Art & Design (Professional practice and global collaborations in lieu of formal degree completion.) at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
January 1, 2004 - January 15, 2026

Qualifications

Design Indaba Nomination
January 1, 2019 - January 12, 2026
Best Music Film Award Nomination - Public Criticism (Black Native)
January 1, 2019 - January 12, 2026

Industry Experience

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