I am an animator and concept artist with a deep passion for visual storytelling. I love creating characters and worlds that feel alive, and I’m always seeking opportunities to grow creatively and professionally. During my exchange year in the United States, I learned to adapt to new environments and cultures, building resilience and expanding my artistic boundaries. I’m eager to continue developing my skills, contribute to a creative team, and gain real-world industry experience.

Niamh MacNamee

I am an animator and concept artist with a deep passion for visual storytelling. I love creating characters and worlds that feel alive, and I’m always seeking opportunities to grow creatively and professionally. During my exchange year in the United States, I learned to adapt to new environments and cultures, building resilience and expanding my artistic boundaries. I’m eager to continue developing my skills, contribute to a creative team, and gain real-world industry experience.

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I am an animator and concept artist with a deep passion for visual storytelling. I love creating characters and worlds that feel alive, and I’m always seeking opportunities to grow creatively and professionally.

During my exchange year in the United States, I learned to adapt to new environments and cultures, building resilience and expanding my artistic boundaries. I’m eager to continue developing my skills, contribute to a creative team, and gain real-world industry experience.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Content Creator at YouTube
January 1, 2017 - Present
Created animation commissions for various clients; crafted engaging stories for a younger audience; managed auditions and voice actors; engaged with viewers through comments and social media interactions.
Freelancer at Our Scene CIC
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Created four fantasy character designs and illustrations for a local charity, following project guidelines and artistic direction; collaborated with the team to develop character designs and styles; participated in team meetings to discuss character development ideas.
Character Sketch Artist at 3Wise
February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023
Created character sketches of trolls for an upcoming project; brainstormed ideas with other artists to develop unique concepts; worked closely with writers to ensure designs matched the vision; analyzed feedback to refine existing character designs.
Character Designer at 3Wise
February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023
Created character sketches of trolls for an upcoming project following project guidelines and artistic direction. Brainstormed ideas with other artists to come up with unique concepts for characters. Worked closely with writers to ensure that the character designs matched their vision. Analyzed feedback from team members to refine existing character designs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Animation at De Montfort University - Leicester, United Kingdom
October 1, 2023 - July 1, 2027
Bachelor of Arts, Animation at University of Maryland, Baltimore County - Baltimore, MD
August 25, 2025 - May 1, 2026
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma, Games Design at Birmingham Ormiston Academy - Birmingham, United Kingdom
November 30, 0002 - July 1, 2023

Qualifications

BAFTA Young Games Designers finalist
January 1, 2022 - July 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services