I am a results driven 2D & 3D artist specializing in digital illustration, concept art, 3D modeling, and 3D character animation. I use softwares such as 3Ds Max, Substance Painter, After Effects, Procreate, and more. I have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Animation with a focus on building work that bridges strong visual storytelling with technical execution. Open to roles in animation, game visual design, and similar fields.…

LAYAN ALKIBSI

I am a results driven 2D & 3D artist specializing in digital illustration, concept art, 3D modeling, and 3D character animation. I use softwares such as 3Ds Max, Substance Painter, After Effects, Procreate, and more. I have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Animation with a focus on building work that bridges strong visual storytelling with technical execution. Open to roles in animation, game visual design, and similar fields.…

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I am a results driven 2D & 3D artist specializing in digital illustration, concept art, 3D modeling, and 3D character animation. I use softwares such as 3Ds Max, Substance Painter, After Effects, Procreate, and more. I have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Animation with a focus on building work that bridges strong visual storytelling with technical execution. Open to roles in animation, game visual design, and similar fields.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Character Design Intern (Remote) at Madison Films
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Helped refine existing character designs for an upcoming kids’ TV show. Collaborated with the creative director to ensure designs matched the adapted art style and appropriate age aesthetics. Delivered updated character turnaround sheets and polished character designs, incorporating feedback quickly across multiple revision cycles.
Online Training (Pixar Storytelling Pipeline) at Pixar (via Online Training)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Completed online training focused on narrative structure and in-depth story development as part of Pixar’s storytelling pipeline.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Animation at SAE Dubai
September 15, 2023 - May 15, 2026
GPA: 6.52/7
High school diploma (IB credits) at Dubai American Academy
August 24, 2020 - May 1, 2023
GPA: 3.92/4.0

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Animation
September 18, 2023 - May 15, 2026
Bachelor’s degree in Animation (in progress)
September 25, 2022 - May 1, 2026
IB Visual Arts SL
August 24, 2021 - May 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming
    Lucid Dreams - Animation Team Capstone Short Film

    Film:

    My roles:

    • Environment asset modeling
    • Environment asset texturing
    • Character animation
    • Dream world segments video editing and compilation