My name is Elvis Wairia, I'm a freelance 2D animator and Toonboom build artist from Nairobi, Kenya. I have a passion for animation and storytelling, and I enjoy bringing characters and scenes to life through my work. My experience spans various projects in different countries, and I'm constantly seeking opportunities to collaborate with others in the creative industry.…

Elvis Wairia Kagwe

My name is Elvis Wairia, I'm a freelance 2D animator and Toonboom build artist from Nairobi, Kenya. I have a passion for animation and storytelling, and I enjoy bringing characters and scenes to life through my work. My experience spans various projects in different countries, and I'm constantly seeking opportunities to collaborate with others in the creative industry.…

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My name is Elvis Wairia, I’m a freelance 2D animator and Toonboom build artist from Nairobi, Kenya. I have a passion for animation and storytelling, and I enjoy bringing characters and scenes to life through my work. My experience spans various projects in different countries, and I’m constantly seeking opportunities to collaborate with others in the creative industry.

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Language

Swahili
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

2D Generalist at Freelance
September 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
I was a 2D generalist (2D animation, 2D Rigging, FX animator) on an indie project called Kenny Skinny for an individual client.
2D Build Artist at Treehouse Republic
January 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
I was a Toonboom rigger on the Tuttle Twins Season 3. I helped rig characters and props for the show.
2D Build Artist at Gigglebug Entertainment
September 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
I was a 2D rig/build artist on 'Super Duper Bunny League' for Nickelodeon.
2D Animator at Mind's Eye Creative
July 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
I was a 2D Harmony animator on 'Twende' for Showmax.
2D Animator at JR Animation Studio
February 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
2D traditional paperless animator on 'Boi', a Kenyan animated series.
2D Build Artist at Mighty Animation
October 1, 2020 - February 1, 2022
2D RIGGER ON AN UNANNOUNCED PROJECT, 2D RIGGER ON MOONGIRL AND DEVIL DINOSAUR.
2D Cut out animator at Basement Animation
June 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
2D HARMONY ANIMATOR (CONTRACT) on 'Corruption Wahala' for United Nations.
Animator at Inspidea
July 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018
I was a 2D Harmony animator on a show called Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty.
2D Animator at Gigglebug Entertainment
June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
I was a 2D Harmony animator on Nickelodeon's Super Duper Bunny League.

Education

Bachelor degree in Animation at Asia Pacific University
September 1, 2016 - September 1, 2019
Bachelor degree in Animation at Asia Pacific University
September 1, 2016 - September 1, 2019

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment