I'm a creative professional with 7+ years of experience in 2D animation, graphic design, and mobile game development. I lead teams and deliver high-quality gaming experiences across entertainment, apps, and digital media. As a passionate gamer myself, I bring a player-first mindset to every project, blending storytelling with engaging visuals and polished design. As a gamer, I love collaborating across disciplines to craft engaging visuals and intuitive user experiences. I'm always exploring new tools and techniques to push boundaries in animation, design, and game development.…

Nicolas Sawda

I'm a creative professional with 7+ years of experience in 2D animation, graphic design, and mobile game development. I lead teams and deliver high-quality gaming experiences across entertainment, apps, and digital media. As a passionate gamer myself, I bring a player-first mindset to every project, blending storytelling with engaging visuals and polished design. As a gamer, I love collaborating across disciplines to craft engaging visuals and intuitive user experiences. I'm always exploring new tools and techniques to push boundaries in animation, design, and game development.…

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I’m a creative professional with 7+ years of experience in 2D animation, graphic design, and mobile game development. I lead teams and deliver high-quality gaming experiences across entertainment, apps, and digital media. As a passionate gamer myself, I bring a player-first mindset to every project, blending storytelling with engaging visuals and polished design.

As a gamer, I love collaborating across disciplines to craft engaging visuals and intuitive user experiences. I’m always exploring new tools and techniques to push boundaries in animation, design, and game development.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Game Lead at Absolutely Digital
December 1, 2023 - Present
Leading the mobile gaming division, managing a team of designers and developers to deliver high-quality and engaging games. Oversaw project direction, team performance, and ensured alignment with market trends and company goals while collaborating across departments for successful game development and launch.
Lead 2D Animator at Absolutely Digital
December 1, 2023 - August 6, 2025
Led 2D animation efforts for mobile applications, 2D mobile games, social media, and promotional videos, collaborating closely with the design team to ensure quality results.
Lead 2D Animator at Sahil Alma
January 1, 2022 - August 6, 2025
Led the 2D animation team, responsible for overseeing all aspects of 2D designs and the creation of animated episodes.
Motion Designer / Graphic Designer at Aoukar
July 1, 2021 - September 10, 2025
Carousels, Facebook posts, covers, email signatures, etc.
Receptionist at Adrenaline Academy
April 1, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Front-desk responsibilities; helped represent the academy and uphold a positive work environment.
2D Animator at Grind The 9 Mayas
August 1, 2018 - August 6, 2025
Worked as a 2D animator involved in creating animations for various projects.
Print Employee at Kultur Arts
March 1, 2016 - September 10, 2025
Provided print design support for university projects; contributed to Kultur Arts projects.

Education

Master's in Graphic Design at Lebanese University of Fine Arts
January 1, 2019 - August 6, 2025
Bachelor's in Graphic Design at Lebanese University of Fine Arts
January 1, 2018 - August 6, 2025
Technical School in Arts at College Central Jounieh
October 1, 2013 - March 1, 2016
Technical School in Arts at College Central, Jounieh Ain el Rihani, Keserwan
October 1, 2013 - March 1, 2016
Bachelor's in Graphic Design at Lebanese University of Fine Arts, Furn el Chebbak, Beirut
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Master of Graphic Design at Lebanese University of Fine Arts, Furn el Chebbak, Beirut
January 1, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts at Lebanese University of Fine Arts, Furn el Chebbak, Beirut
January 1, 2018 - September 10, 2025
Technical School Diploma in Arts Skills at College Central Jounieh Ain el Rihani, Keserwan
October 1, 2013 - March 1, 2016
Masters in Graphic Design at Lebanese University of Fine Arts, Furn el Chebbak, Beirut
January 1, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Technical School in Arts Skills at Technical School in Arts Skills
November 30, 0002 - September 10, 2025
College Central Jounieh Ain el Rihani, Keserwan at College Central Jounieh Ain el Rihani, Keserwan
October 1, 2013 - March 1, 2016
at College Central Jounieh Ain el Rihani, Keserwan
October 1, 2013 - March 1, 2016
at Lebanese University of Fine Arts, Furn el Chebbak, Beirut
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Master in Graphic Design at Lebanese University of Fine Arts, Furn el Chebbak, Beirut
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
at Technical School in Arts Skills
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
College Diploma in Arts at College Central Jounieh Ain el Rihani, Keserwan
October 1, 2013 - March 1, 2016
Master's in Graphic Design at Lebanese University of Fine Arts, Furn el Chebbak, Beirut
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor's in Graphic Design at Lebanese University of Fine Arts, Furn el Chebbak, Beirut
January 1, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Bachelor at College Central Jounieh Ain el Rihani
October 1, 2013 - March 1, 2016
Master's in Graphic Design at Lebanese University of Fine Arts, Furn el Chebbak
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
at Technical School in Arts
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025

Qualifications

Masters in Graphic Design
January 1, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Technical School in Arts Skills
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
Diploma, College Central Jounieh Ain el Rihani
October 1, 2013 - March 1, 2016

Industry Experience

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

Skills

Experience Level