Hi, I’m Gabriel Otuokere, a visual artist specializing in animation, illustration, and character design. I bring 16+ years of experience to every project, creating engaging visuals for games, live experiences, and educational programs. My work as a caricature artist at Kaman’s Art Shoppes, as a Remote Game Artist/Animator for P1 Games, and as an Animation Mentee at 1 on 1 Animation has sharpened my ability to balance speed, accuracy, and storytelling. I love collaborating with developers, designers, and ministry teams to turn ideas into motion and art that resonates with audiences. I’m continually learning new techniques, embracing feedback, and delivering high-quality visuals that meet branding and performance goals across platforms.

Gabriel Otuokere

Hi, I’m Gabriel Otuokere, a visual artist specializing in animation, illustration, and character design. I bring 16+ years of experience to every project, creating engaging visuals for games, live experiences, and educational programs. My work as a caricature artist at Kaman’s Art Shoppes, as a Remote Game Artist/Animator for P1 Games, and as an Animation Mentee at 1 on 1 Animation has sharpened my ability to balance speed, accuracy, and storytelling. I love collaborating with developers, designers, and ministry teams to turn ideas into motion and art that resonates with audiences. I’m continually learning new techniques, embracing feedback, and delivering high-quality visuals that meet branding and performance goals across platforms.

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Hi, I’m Gabriel Otuokere, a visual artist specializing in animation, illustration, and character design. I bring 16+ years of experience to every project, creating engaging visuals for games, live experiences, and educational programs. My work as a caricature artist at Kaman’s Art Shoppes, as a Remote Game Artist/Animator for P1 Games, and as an Animation Mentee at 1 on 1 Animation has sharpened my ability to balance speed, accuracy, and storytelling.

I love collaborating with developers, designers, and ministry teams to turn ideas into motion and art that resonates with audiences. I’m continually learning new techniques, embracing feedback, and delivering high-quality visuals that meet branding and performance goals across platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Film Competition Screener at Austin Film Festival
July 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Reviewing and analyzing video criteria for film festival advancement.
Caricature Artist at Kaman’s Art Shoppes, Inc
February 1, 2025 - Present
Drafting caricatures of visitors and selling artwork and managing money inventory.
Content Creator at Film and Stage Media Group
June 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Developed and published articles and social media content focused on entertainment, leveraging digital marketing skills to increase online presence and user engagement.
Remote Game Artist/Animator at P1 Games
June 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Collaborating in a remote team to design and animate 2D game characters and environments, utilizing agile methodologies to enhance workflow and productivity. Engaging with feedback from developers to optimize assets for game performance.
Freelance Animation Mentor at 1 on 1 Animation
February 1, 2023 - Present
Participating in a mentorship program focused on advanced animation techniques, contributing to skill enhancement in both artistic and technical aspects of animation.
Animator & Graphic Designer at Cornerstone Church
February 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018
Created visually compelling animated content and graphics using industry-standard software.
Animation Mentee at 1 on 1 Animation
February 1, 2023 - Present
Participating in a mentorship program focused on mastering advanced animation techniques and industry best practices; Receiving personalized guidance and critiques from experienced animators to strengthen technical and creative skills; Developing a refined animation portfolio through hands-on assignments and mentor feedback

Education

Animation Scriptwriting Certificate at ELVTR
December 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Google UX Design Certificate at Coursera
October 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts and Communication at Texas State University, San Marcos
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2023
Associate in Fine Arts and Communication at San Antonio College
August 1, 2016 - May 1, 2019
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communication at Texas State University, San Marcos, TX
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2023
Associate in Fine Arts and Communication at San Antonio College, San Antonio, TX
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2019

Qualifications

Animation Scriptwriting Certificate
December 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Google UX Design Certificate
October 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Animation Scriptwriting Certificate
March 1, 2025 - April 6, 2026
Google UX Design Certificate
May 1, 2024 - April 6, 2026

Industry Experience

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