I am Rizwan Akhter, a Karachi-based 2D/3D animator and motion graphics professional. I lead teams, design visuals, and create engaging animations for Shadows Productions and Pyramid Productions, while mentoring students at Karachi School of Art and IQRA University. Beyond animation, I compose background music, perform live with local musicians, and enjoy exploring photography, poetry, and philosophy. I thrive on collaborative projects that push creative boundaries.

Rizwan Akhter

I am Rizwan Akhter, a Karachi-based 2D/3D animator and motion graphics professional. I lead teams, design visuals, and create engaging animations for Shadows Productions and Pyramid Productions, while mentoring students at Karachi School of Art and IQRA University. Beyond animation, I compose background music, perform live with local musicians, and enjoy exploring photography, poetry, and philosophy. I thrive on collaborative projects that push creative boundaries.

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I am Rizwan Akhter, a Karachi-based 2D/3D animator and motion graphics professional. I lead teams, design visuals, and create engaging animations for Shadows Productions and Pyramid Productions, while mentoring students at Karachi School of Art and IQRA University.

Beyond animation, I compose background music, perform live with local musicians, and enjoy exploring photography, poetry, and philosophy. I thrive on collaborative projects that push creative boundaries.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Head of 2D/3D Animation at Shadows Productions
March 1, 2022 - Present
Leading the 2D/3D animation team, overseeing project pipelines, and delivering high-quality animation assets.
Creative Head at Pyramid Productions
July 1, 2004 - December 31, 2017
Creative Head overseeing design direction, motion graphics, and editorial workflows; previously served as Senior Motion Graphics Artist, Layout Designer & Compositor.
Visiting Faculty at IQRA University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Visiting faculty (2013 & 2020) in animation/film studies.
Visiting Faculty at IQRA University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Visiting faculty (2013 & 2020) in animation/film studies.
Head of 2D/3D animation at SHADOWS PRODUCTIONS
January 1, 2018 - Present
Leading 2D/3D animation productions and teams.

Education

Diploma in Computer Graphics (Film Making) at Karachi School of Art
January 1, 2004 - January 13, 2026
Certificate in Music at National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA)
January 1, 2007 - January 13, 2026
Diploma in Computer Graphics (Film Making) at Karachi School of Art
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Certificate in Music at National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

Intermediate Certificate, Engineering
January 1, 2002 - January 13, 2026
Diploma in Computer Graphics (Film Making)
January 1, 2004 - January 13, 2026
Certificate in Music
January 1, 2007 - January 13, 2026
Intermediate Certificate, Engineering
January 1, 2002 - January 13, 2026
Intermediate Certificate, Engineering
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
Certificate in Music
January 1, 2007 - January 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services