Hi, I’m Aref Amini, a Motion Graphic Designer and Creative Director based in Kabul, Afghanistan. With over eight years in the creative industry, I’ve collaborated with TV stations, advertising agencies, and event producers to craft compelling visuals, animations, and brand stories. I pride myself on blending aesthetics with practical impact, delivering outputs that resonate with audiences and drive results. I love shaping concepts into polished motion graphics, coordinating graphic design, videography, and script writing across multi-disciplinary teams. My work emphasizes clean craft, color, and detail, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, engaging experiences for diverse audiences.

Aref Amini

Hi, I’m Aref Amini, a Motion Graphic Designer and Creative Director based in Kabul, Afghanistan. With over eight years in the creative industry, I’ve collaborated with TV stations, advertising agencies, and event producers to craft compelling visuals, animations, and brand stories. I pride myself on blending aesthetics with practical impact, delivering outputs that resonate with audiences and drive results. I love shaping concepts into polished motion graphics, coordinating graphic design, videography, and script writing across multi-disciplinary teams. My work emphasizes clean craft, color, and detail, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, engaging experiences for diverse audiences.

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Hi, I’m Aref Amini, a Motion Graphic Designer and Creative Director based in Kabul, Afghanistan. With over eight years in the creative industry, I’ve collaborated with TV stations, advertising agencies, and event producers to craft compelling visuals, animations, and brand stories. I pride myself on blending aesthetics with practical impact, delivering outputs that resonate with audiences and drive results.

I love shaping concepts into polished motion graphics, coordinating graphic design, videography, and script writing across multi-disciplinary teams. My work emphasizes clean craft, color, and detail, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, engaging experiences for diverse audiences.

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Language

Persian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Pashto, Pushto
Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Jawan News TV
December 1, 2014 - September 16, 2025
Graphic design work for TV channel and news graphics.
Motion Graphics Designer at Jahan TV
May 1, 2015 - September 16, 2025
Created motion graphics for TV programs.
Motion Graphics Designer at 365 Events And Media
October 1, 2015 - September 16, 2025
Motion graphics for events and media productions.
Motion Graphics Designer at Ava Elite Media Production
September 1, 2016 - September 16, 2025
Motion Design and Video Editing.
Motion Graphics Designer at OTA
October 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Graphic Design, Motion Design, Videography, Photography.
Motion Graphic Designer / Creative Director at Dynamic Vision
August 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Motion Design, Graphic Design, Script Writing, Videography, Photography.
Motion Graphics Designer at Ehsankart
October 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Motion Design, Graphic Design.
Freelance Motion Designer/Graphic Designer at Ayna Afghan Media & Cultures Center
January 1, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Motion Design, Graphic Design.
Freelance Motion Designer/Graphic Designer at LAPIS
May 1, 2024 - Present
Motion Design, Graphic Design.
Graphic Designer at Jawan News TV
December 1, 2014 - September 16, 2025
Graphic design for news channel branding and visual content.
Motion Graphics Designer at Jahan TV
May 1, 2015 - September 16, 2025
Motion graphics design and visual content creation for television.
Motion Graphics Designer at 365 Events And Media
October 1, 2015 - September 16, 2025
Motion graphics design and video production support for events and media projects.
Motion Graphics Designer at Ava Elite Media Production
September 1, 2016 - September 16, 2025
Motion design and video editing across multiple productions.
Motion Graphics Designer at OTA
October 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Graphic design, motion design, videography, and photography for TV and media projects.
Motion Graphics Designer at Ehsankart
October 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Motion design and graphic design work for online retail campaigns.
Freelance Motion Designer/Graphics Designer at Ayna Afghan Media & Cultures Center
January 31, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Freelance motion design and graphics for media and cultural programming.
Motion Designer/Graphics Designer at LAPIS
May 1, 2024 - Present
Motion design and graphic design projects for various clients.
Graphic Designer at Jawan News TV
December 31, 2014 - September 16, 2025
Created graphic layouts and on-air visuals for news broadcasts, including branding elements and lower-third graphics.
Motion Graphics Designer at Jahan TV
May 31, 2015 - September 16, 2025
Produced motion graphics, intros/outros, and promos for television programming.
Motion Graphics Designer at 365 Events And Media
October 31, 2015 - September 16, 2025
Developed animated graphics and promotional visuals for events and campaigns.
Motion Graphics Designer at Ava Elite Media Production
September 30, 2016 - September 16, 2025
Led motion design and video editing for multiple productions, creating engaging promotional materials.
Motion Graphics Designer at OTA_Kabul
October 31, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Delivered graphic design, motion design, videography, and photography for varied client projects.
Motion Graphic Designer / Creative Director at Dynamic Vision
August 31, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Directed creative projects, produced motion design work, and contributed script writing, videography, and photography.
Motion Graphics Designer at Ehsankart
October 31, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Designed motion graphics and graphic assets for the Tehran-based brand.
Freelance Motion Designer / Graphic Designer at Ayna Afghan Media & Cultures Center
January 31, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Freelance motion design and graphic design work for media and cultural projects.
Motion Designer / Graphic Designer at LAPIS Kabul
May 1, 2024 - Present
Designing motion graphics and visual identities for various clients.
Graphic Designer at Jawan News TV
December 1, 2014 - December 1, 2014
Designed graphic assets for news broadcasts, infographics, and promo materials; contributed to on-air branding and layouts; collaborated with editors and production teams to ensure timely delivery.
Motion Graphics Designer at Jahan TV
May 1, 2015 - May 1, 2015
Produced motion graphics, title sequences, lower thirds, and on-screen graphics; collaborated with producers and editors to support news and programming.
Motion Graphics Designer at 365 Events And Media
October 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Created animations and branded graphics for events, promos, and campaigns; contributed to visual identity across media.
Motion Graphics Designer at Ava Elite Media Production
September 30, 2016 - September 30, 2016
Handled motion design and video editing for promotional content and corporate communications; created templates and assets to accelerate production.
Motion Graphics Designer at OTA
October 1, 2017 - October 1, 2017
Graphic design, motion design, videography, and photography; produced motion assets for TV, social media, and campaigns; supported brand storytelling.
Motion Graphic Designer / Creative Director at Dynamic Vision
August 31, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Led motion graphics and graphic design projects; directed creative storytelling; included script writing, videography, and photography to deliver integrated campaigns.
Motion Graphics Designer at Ehsankart
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Created motion design and graphic design for e-commerce and promotional materials; collaborated with marketing teams.
Freelance Motion Designer/Graphic Designer at Ayna Afghan Media & Cultures Center
January 31, 2024 - January 31, 2024
Delivered freelance motion design and graphic design services for media and cultural projects; produced animations and branding assets.
Motion Designer/Graphic Designer at LAPIS
May 1, 2024 - November 27, 2025
Currently designing motion graphics and graphic assets, supporting branding, storytelling, and campaigns for clients in Kabul.

Education

Bachelor of Graphic Design at Kabul University
March 1, 2013 - December 1, 2016
Diploma in Motion Graphics at Karamoz Institute
March 1, 2015 - December 1, 2016
Drawing & Painting at Eshraq Art Gallery
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Bachelor of Graphic Design at Kabul University, Kabul, Afghanistan
March 1, 2013 - December 1, 2016
Diploma in Motion Graphics at Karamoz Institute, Kabul, Afghanistan
March 1, 2015 - December 1, 2016
Drawing & Painting at Eshraq Art Gallary, Kabul, Afghanistan
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Bachelor of Graphic Design at Kabul University
March 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Diploma in Motion Graphics at Karamoz Institute
March 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Drawing & Painting at Eshraq Art Gallary
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Bachelor of Graphic Design at Kabul University
March 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Diploma in Motion Graphics at Karamoz Institute
March 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Drawing & Painting at Eshraq Art Gallery
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2011

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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