I’m Gemima Mbilo, a versatile animation professional with a strong business mindset and a comprehensive understanding of the full production pipeline. I thrive in fast-paced environments where collaboration, leadership, and proactive problem-solving drive projects from concept to completion. I’ve led diverse teams, coordinated cross-functional partners across time zones, and delivered high-quality animation that aligns with storytelling and branding goals. As a bilingual communicator with hands-on experience across 2D and 3D animation, I enjoy mentoring others, refining pipelines, and pushing creative boundaries while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

Gemima Mbilo

I’m Gemima Mbilo, a versatile animation professional with a strong business mindset and a comprehensive understanding of the full production pipeline. I thrive in fast-paced environments where collaboration, leadership, and proactive problem-solving drive projects from concept to completion. I’ve led diverse teams, coordinated cross-functional partners across time zones, and delivered high-quality animation that aligns with storytelling and branding goals. As a bilingual communicator with hands-on experience across 2D and 3D animation, I enjoy mentoring others, refining pipelines, and pushing creative boundaries while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

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I’m Gemima Mbilo, a versatile animation professional with a strong business mindset and a comprehensive understanding of the full production pipeline. I thrive in fast-paced environments where collaboration, leadership, and proactive problem-solving drive projects from concept to completion. I’ve led diverse teams, coordinated cross-functional partners across time zones, and delivered high-quality animation that aligns with storytelling and branding goals.

As a bilingual communicator with hands-on experience across 2D and 3D animation, I enjoy mentoring others, refining pipelines, and pushing creative boundaries while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

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Language

French
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director and 3D Character Animator at Savannah College of Art and Design
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Directed full production pipeline for the short 'Rumba': concept, storyboards, animatics, 2D/3D animation, lighting, texturing, and compositing. Managed a team of 50+ artists, ensured consistency in performance and execution, and collaborated with an overseas composer, coordinating bilingual notes for seamless international partnership.
Producer at Savannah College of Art and Design
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Collaborated on multiple animation projects, overseeing production from concept to post. Developed original characters and short animated scenes, contributing to team-based creative workflows across the animation pipeline. Worked on over 5+ projects, adapting to varied artistic styles and ensuring timely delivery.
3D Animator Tutor at SCAD Atlanta
January 1, 2024 - October 31, 2025
Supported first-year students in planning and animating their initial short projects, teaching Maya-based animation workflows and techniques.
3D Animator Intern at World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)
January 1, 2023 - October 31, 2025
Contributed to the creative development of 2025 Royal Rumble event and supported the animation team with Maya-based 3D sequences, collaborating with producers, animators, and designers to align storytelling with WWE branding.

Education

BFA in 3D Animation at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education