Milena Manukyan

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I am an animator with over 7 years of experience in 2D and 3D animation.

About

I am an animator with over 7 years of experience in 2D and 3D animation. I co-founded Tsavi Animation Studio and serve as lead artist, shaping creative direction, visual identity, and producing music videos and animated content.

I have taught 2D animation at the TUMO Center for Creative Technologies and collaborated across studios like Tale Wind, Bizon, and Vardazaryan, contributing to animated TV series. I excel in character design, illustration, and teamwork to deliver high-quality content.

  • Joined December 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Projects · 3

“Nstir im gyamin” is a 2D animated music video developed from concept to final animation.
I led the creative vision and crafted the visual identity, focusing on expressive movement, narrative rhythm, and stylistic coherence.

The project is designed to support concentration through calm pacing, clear timing, and minimal visual distraction.
All aspects of the project — concept, animation, visual style, and timing — were created by me.

  • 2D Animator
  • Character Designer

A selection of professional 3D animation work created for children’s series.
This experience forms a strong foundation in animation principles, timing, and character movement.

Work experience· 6 roles

Animation Workshop Leader · TUMO Center for Creative TechnologiesJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Lead 2D animation fundamentals for teenage students, conduct workshops on animation principles and Toon Boom Harmony, and mentor students through the full cycle of creating an animated short film. Lead advanced labs producing animations for Armenian songs, overseeing concept, visual development, and final delivery. Guide students in reimagining iconic paintings, fostering creativity and artistic interpretation.

3D Animator · Tale Wind Animation StudioJan 2020 – Dec 2023 · 4 yrs

Delivered high-quality animation within tight production timelines. Created engaging character animations tailored to the show's target audience. Worked with cross-functional teams to maintain consistency with storylines and visual direction.

Lead Artist · Tsavi Animation StudioJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

Nstirimgyamin (2D Animated Music Clip): Developed the original concept and creative vision for the music video. Produced sketches, detailed storyboards, character designs, and environment concepts. Executed full-cycle 2D animation and designed an exclusive font tailored to the project's visual identity.

Co-founder / Lead Artist · Tsavi Animation StudioJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos
3D Animator · Bizon Animation StudioJan 2019 – Dec 2020 · 2 yrs
3D Animator · Vardazaryan Animation StudioJan 2018 – Dec 2019 · 2 yrs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design · National University of Architecture and Construction of Armenia2015 – 2019

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