Hi, I'm Andile Hlubi, a Durban-based animator and designer. I studied Integrated Multimedia at CFAD and have spent the last few years bringing ideas to life through 2D animation, illustration, and mural art. I love collaborating with teams on creative projects, learning new software, and crafting engaging visuals for film, TV, and digital media. I'm always eager to take on new challenges and tell meaningful stories through design and animation.

Andile Hlubi

Hi, I'm Andile Hlubi, a Durban-based animator and designer. I studied Integrated Multimedia at CFAD and have spent the last few years bringing ideas to life through 2D animation, illustration, and mural art. I love collaborating with teams on creative projects, learning new software, and crafting engaging visuals for film, TV, and digital media. I'm always eager to take on new challenges and tell meaningful stories through design and animation.

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Hi, I’m Andile Hlubi, a Durban-based animator and designer. I studied Integrated Multimedia at CFAD and have spent the last few years bringing ideas to life through 2D animation, illustration, and mural art.

I love collaborating with teams on creative projects, learning new software, and crafting engaging visuals for film, TV, and digital media. I’m always eager to take on new challenges and tell meaningful stories through design and animation.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Intern (Animation & VFX) at Katanimate Animation Studio
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Participated in a 1-year internship program for Animation and VFX with Katanimate Animation Studio; gained exposure to Storyboarding, Lighting, Editing and Motion Graphics. Software included DaVinci Resolve and Blender.
Animation Generalist at Katanimate Animation Studio
February 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Helped with production of infographic videos for KZNFilm; completed a 4-month probationary period (Feb–May 2024).
Animator at Noble Pictures
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
2D Rigging Animation for Nelson Mandela’s Favourite Folktales; assisted with lip syncing; contributed to a TV series project, over approximately 3 years.
Freelance Artist at The Bat Centre Trust
July 1, 2018 - Present
Wall mural design for the Bat Centre subway renovation project; freelance collaboration with a group of artists.
Assistant Lecturer at Centre of Fine Art, Design and Animation (CFAD)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Assistant Lecturer intern; contributed as video editor for the Essence Festival Media Crew; assisted with exhibitions and participated in CFAD festival activities and 48 Hour Film Challenge as Animator.

Education

Integrated Multimedia Diploma at Centre of Fine Art, Animation and Design (CFAD)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Most Dedicated Animator Award
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services