Clara Julien

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent
Xhosa
Advanced
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Producer at Independent
January 1, 2013 - Present
Produced, mixed, and mastered multiple music projects across various genres, focusing on quality sound engineering and original composition. Collaborated with a wide range of talented artists to develop fresh music content and deliver professional audio productions.
Backing Vocalist at Cape Town Gospel Choir
December 31, 2019 - August 18, 2025
Provided backing vocals for live performances and recorded albums with the Cape Town Gospel Choir, contributing to harmonious and energetic vocal arrangements.
Co-directed short film 'Kitchen Nightmare'
May 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Co-directed a 1-minute short film (Cartoon) during Bachelor year 3, involving storyboard and FX.
Storyboard / Animation / FX
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Storyboard, animation and FX work in Master’s 1st year.
TV spot for the 2024 Paris Olympics for France TV (10s)
March 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Creation of a 10-second TV spot; storyboard/animation for France TV.
Storyboard / Animation (1st & 2nd year of Master’s)
March 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Storyboard and animation work across Master’s years 1 and 2 (Mar 2024 - Jun 2025).
Co-directed short-film thesis 'The Throne' (cartoon/comedy)
December 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Co-directed thesis short-film; lead storyboard and lead layout; festival selection at Animazur Cannes 2025.

Education

Diploma in Music Production at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Master’s in 2D Animation at ECV (École de Création Visuelle), Bordeaux, France
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor in 2D Animation at ECV (École de Création Visuelle), Bordeaux, France
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
High School Diploma at Lycée Alain Colas
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Baccalaureate STD 2A (science, design technology and applied arts) at Lycée Alain Colas
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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