I’m a sports creative director, animator, and illustrator with 20+ years of experience building football-first visual storytelling for global digital audiences. I develop original cartoon concepts, animated shorts, and social-first visual narratives that turn match news, players, clubs, competitions, and major events into engaging stories. I’ve built a 4M+ social audience and produced high-engagement animated content seen by millions worldwide. From end-to-end ideation and storyboarding through animation, editing, and publishing, I’ve collaborated with major sports media platforms such as Bleacher Report, Goal, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and FOX Sports—always focused on creating clear, energetic, and entertaining visuals for fans.…

OMAR M OM AN I

I’m a sports creative director, animator, and illustrator with 20+ years of experience building football-first visual storytelling for global digital audiences. I develop original cartoon concepts, animated shorts, and social-first visual narratives that turn match news, players, clubs, competitions, and major events into engaging stories. I’ve built a 4M+ social audience and produced high-engagement animated content seen by millions worldwide. From end-to-end ideation and storyboarding through animation, editing, and publishing, I’ve collaborated with major sports media platforms such as Bleacher Report, Goal, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and FOX Sports—always focused on creating clear, energetic, and entertaining visuals for fans.…

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I’m a sports creative director, animator, and illustrator with 20+ years of experience building football-first visual storytelling for global digital audiences. I develop original cartoon concepts, animated shorts, and social-first visual narratives that turn match news, players, clubs, competitions, and major events into engaging stories.

I’ve built a 4M+ social audience and produced high-engagement animated content seen by millions worldwide. From end-to-end ideation and storyboarding through animation, editing, and publishing, I’ve collaborated with major sports media platforms such as Bleacher Report, Goal, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and FOX Sports—always focused on creating clear, energetic, and entertaining visuals for fans.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Cartoonist & Animator at Goal
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Create editorial cartoons and animated content covering major stories across world football. Translate football news, rivalries, personalities, and events into timely visuals and visual storytelling formats.
Freelance Animator at Bleacher Report
January 1, 2024 - Present
Produce humorous, character-driven football animation for Bleacher Report’s social media platforms. Develop visual concepts based on current football stories, personalities and trends, and handle the creative process from concept and illustration through character animation and final delivery.
Creative Producer at Tamateem Games
July 1, 2022 - November 1, 2023
Developed creative campaigns and regionally tailored digital content for gaming audiences in the Saudi market.
Creative Producer at Tamate m Games
July 1, 2022 - November 30, 2023
Develop creative campaigns and regionally tailored digital content for gaming audiences in the Saudi market.
Cartoonist & Animator at FOX Sports
April 1, 2018 - September 1, 2021
Produce editorial cartoons covering Asian football, Formula 1, tennis, and MotoGP, guided by current sports trends.
Cartoonist & Animator at DFL Digital Sports GmbH — Bundesliga
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Created original character-based animated cartoons for Bundesliga social media channels and international audiences. Developed visual concepts around football personalities, matches and current events, and produced weekly animated content designed for digital and social platforms.
Senior Animator at Queen Rania Foundation / Edraak
June 1, 2017 - July 1, 2022
Designed and produced animation and storyboards for large-scale digital education programs and MOOCs. Coordinated production workflows and supported the visual and technical quality of animated educational content, working with production teams and external partners throughout development and final delivery.
Animation Team Lead at Crazy Piranha Entertainment
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2012
Led the animation team on Shababiaat Al Cartoon, managing work flow, production timelines, and character-animation quality.
Digital Marketing & Social Media Specialist at Royal Film Commission — Jordan
August 1, 2015 - May 30, 2017
Manage digital and social media content, website/SEO, video interviews, media monitoring, and emerging platform research.
Cartoonist & Animator at DFL Digital Sports GmbH — Bundesliga
September 1, 2010 - January 1, 2025
Create original weekly animated cartoons for Bundesliga social media channels and for international fans.
Cartoonist & Animator at Goal
September 1, 2010 - January 1, 2025
Created editorial cartoons and animated content covering major stories, personalities and events in world football. Translated football news, rivalries and current events into timely, shareable visual stories for an international digital audience.
Sports Cartoonist, Animator & Content Creator at Omar Momani / Freelance
January 1, 2010 - Present
Created 4,000+ cartoons and animations for international sports media, clubs, brands and organizations. Worked with clients including Goal, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, Bleacher Report, FOX Sports, Sporting News and Juventus. Responsible for the full creative process from concept and illustration to animation, editing and sound design. Built a global social media audience of 5M+ followers through original sports content.
Animator & Cartoonist at Abu Mahjoob Creative Productions
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2012
Worked on animated TV productions and participated in the Abu Mahjoob series at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in 2006.
Animation Team Lead at Crazy Piranha Entertainment
January 1, 2007 - May 30, 2012
Lead the animation team on Shabhat Al Cartoon, managing workflows, production timelines, and character-animation quality.
Animation Team Leader at Crazy Piranha Entertainment
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2012
Led the animation team on Shaabiat Al Cartoon, managing character-animation quality, production workflows and deadlines. Coordinated the team throughout the production process and helped maintain consistency across the animated series.
at Abu Mahjoob Creative Productions (Software support)
May 1, 2005 - December 1, 2006
Animator & Cartoonist at Abu Mahjoob Creative Productions
May 1, 2005 - May 30, 2012
Work on animated TV productions and participate in the Abu Mahjoob series at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in 2006.
Founder | Sports Creative Director | Animator & Illustrator at Independent Creative Studio
January 1, 2005 - Present
Create original football cartoons, animated shorts, and social-first visual storytelling for a global football audience. Develop timely concepts around football news, players, clubs, competitions, and major sporting events; lead projects from concept and storyboarding through illustration, animation, editing, and final publishing. Collaborate with international sports media companies, brands, and organizations on commissioned content and campaigns.

Education

B.A. in Computer Science at Philadelphia University
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.
Diploma in Digital Marketing & Social Media at German Jordanian University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Professional diploma focused on digital marketing, social media strategy and online communication.
Diploma, Digital Marketing & Social Media at German Jordanian University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
B.A., Computer Science at Philadelphia University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Diploma, Digital Marketing & Social Media at German Jordanian University
January 1, 2016 - October 15, 2026
B.A., Computer Science at Philadelphia University
January 1, 2005 - October 15, 2026

Qualifications

International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Alumni
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Selected as a participant in the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), a professional exchange program connecting emerging and established leaders from around the world.
TEDx Speaker — University of Jordan
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Invited TEDx speaker at the University of Jordan, sharing insights from my career in cartooning, animation and visual storytelling.
Football Blogging Awards — Best International Football Blog Nominee
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2026
Multiple-time nominee for Best International Football Blog at the Football Blogging Awards, recognizing my football cartoons and visual storytelling.
TEDx Speaker
January 1, 2024 - October 5, 2026
International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Alum
January 1, 2019 - October 5, 2026
Best International Football Blog — Football Blogging Awards
January 1, 2019 - October 5, 2026
Multiple Nominations
January 1, 2019 - October 5, 2026
TEDx Speaker (TEDxSpEaKer), University of Jordan
January 1, 2024 - October 15, 2026
International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Alum
January 1, 2019 - October 15, 2026
Best International Football Blog — Football Blogging Awards (multiple nominations)
January 1, 2019 - October 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Software & Internet, Other, Gaming, Professional Services
    Viral Football Animation for Social Media
    Short-form football animation created for social media, combining caricature, character animation and visual comedy to turn a current football story into an engaging, shareable piece of content. I handled the full creative process, including concept development, illustration, character animation, editing and sound design. My work is designed for fast social consumption, with a strong visual hook, recognizable football personalities and clear storytelling that works even without dialogue.…
    Viral Football Animation for Social Media
    Short-form football animation created for social media, combining caricature, character animation and visual comedy to turn a current football story into an engaging, shareable piece of content. I handled the full creative process, including concept development, illustration, character animation, editing and sound design. My work is designed for fast social consumption, with a strong visual hook, recognizable football personalities and clear storytelling that works even without dialogue.…