I turn ideas into motion. With over 15 years in design and animation, I craft bold, story-driven visuals for brands, campaigns, and curious little minds alike. My work spans creative direction, motion design, team leadership, and hands-on execution to deliver engaging and innovative visual content. I specialize in integrating modern tools including AI to accelerate production while maintaining creativity. Passionate about storytelling and visual arts, I work collaboratively to bring projects to life across various media sectors, helping brands and organizations communicate with impact and heart.…

SAMAH DARWESH

I turn ideas into motion. With over 15 years in design and animation, I craft bold, story-driven visuals for brands, campaigns, and curious little minds alike. My work spans creative direction, motion design, team leadership, and hands-on execution to deliver engaging and innovative visual content. I specialize in integrating modern tools including AI to accelerate production while maintaining creativity. Passionate about storytelling and visual arts, I work collaboratively to bring projects to life across various media sectors, helping brands and organizations communicate with impact and heart.…

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I turn ideas into motion. With over 15 years in design and animation, I craft bold, story-driven visuals for brands, campaigns, and curious little minds alike. My work spans creative direction, motion design, team leadership, and hands-on execution to deliver engaging and innovative visual content.

I specialize in integrating modern tools including AI to accelerate production while maintaining creativity. Passionate about storytelling and visual arts, I work collaboratively to bring projects to life across various media sectors, helping brands and organizations communicate with impact and heart.

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Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director at Mr. Kind Group / By SJK
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led the production of educational music videos and animation, directed green screen shoots, illustrations, and 2D motion. Integrated AI tools to accelerate production while maintaining creativity.
Founder / Art Director at SJK Digital Media
January 1, 2019 - Present
Produced branded content for clients including Hyundai, BI, and one&only. Managed full-cycle projects from concept, storyboard, animation to editing. Provided creative leadership across print and digital campaigns focused on brand communications and corporate identity. Led graphic design initiatives using Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Motion Graphics Art Director at Serena Studio
December 31, 2018 - August 27, 2025
Directed and reviewed motion graphics content for advertising campaigns. Coordinated with design and animation teams to maintain quality standards.
Head of Production at Infamous Studio
December 31, 2018 - August 27, 2025
Oversaw animation team and content delivery for commercial projects. Developed visual strategies and ensured client satisfaction. Managed cross-functional creative teams, building leadership experience over 4+ years in graphic design, motion design, and advertising.
Digital Artist / Animator at Spacetoon TV
December 31, 2013 - August 27, 2025
Created 2D animations for children's songs and shows. Designed characters and visual assets for musical storytelling.
Founder / Art Director at SJK Digital Media
January 1, 2019 - Present
Produced branded content for clients like Hyundai, BI, one&only. Managed full-cycle projects including concept, storyboard, animation, editing. Provided creative leadership while maintaining hands-on execution.
Motion Graphics Art Director at Serena Studio
January 1, 2018 - Present
Directed and reviewed motion graphics content for ad campaigns. Coordinated with design and animation teams to maintain quality.
Head of Production at Infamous Studio
January 1, 2018 - August 27, 2025
Oversaw animation team and content delivery for commercial projects. Developed visual strategies and ensured client satisfaction.
Digital Artist / Animator at Spacetoon TV
January 1, 2013 - August 27, 2025
Created 2D animations for children's songs and shows. Designed characters and visual assets for musical storytelling.
Founder / Art Director at SJK Digital Media
January 1, 2019 - Present
Produced branded content for clients including Hyundai, BI, and One&Only. Managed full project cycles from concept, storyboard, animation to editing. Provided creative leadership while remaining hands-on during execution.
Motion Graphics Art Director at Serena Studio
December 31, 2018 - September 1, 2025
Directed and reviewed motion graphics content for advertising campaigns. Coordinated with design and animation teams to ensure quality output aligned with client expectations.
Head of Production at Infamous Studio
December 31, 2018 - September 1, 2025
Oversaw animation team and content delivery of commercial projects. Developed visual strategies and ensured client satisfaction throughout production cycles.
Digital Artist / Animator at Spacetoon TV
December 31, 2013 - September 1, 2025
Created 2D animations for children's songs and shows. Designed characters and visual assets to support musical storytelling for youth audiences.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Animation & Graphic Design at Fine Arts University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Bachelors Degree in Animation & Graphic Design at Fine Arts University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor's Degree in Animation & Graphic Design at Fine Arts University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Government

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