I'm a self-driven freelance illustrator and 2D animator based in Sydney, Australia. I enjoy collaborating in studio environments, expanding my management and teamwork skills, and turning ideas into polished visuals. I’m proficient with MS Office, Google Workspace, and I understand the animation pipeline from concept to delivery, always aiming to support my team and contribute to meaningful projects. My experience spans game development, teaching, and freelance market work. I conceptualize visual styles for game jams, create isometric environments and character turnarounds, and deliver short animations on Unity with 2D rigs. I value communication and problem-solving, and I love helping students and teams achieve their creative goals.

Josephine Aimee Sarayar

I'm a self-driven freelance illustrator and 2D animator based in Sydney, Australia. I enjoy collaborating in studio environments, expanding my management and teamwork skills, and turning ideas into polished visuals. I’m proficient with MS Office, Google Workspace, and I understand the animation pipeline from concept to delivery, always aiming to support my team and contribute to meaningful projects. My experience spans game development, teaching, and freelance market work. I conceptualize visual styles for game jams, create isometric environments and character turnarounds, and deliver short animations on Unity with 2D rigs. I value communication and problem-solving, and I love helping students and teams achieve their creative goals.

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I’m a self-driven freelance illustrator and 2D animator based in Sydney, Australia. I enjoy collaborating in studio environments, expanding my management and teamwork skills, and turning ideas into polished visuals. I’m proficient with MS Office, Google Workspace, and I understand the animation pipeline from concept to delivery, always aiming to support my team and contribute to meaningful projects.

My experience spans game development, teaching, and freelance market work. I conceptualize visual styles for game jams, create isometric environments and character turnarounds, and deliver short animations on Unity with 2D rigs. I value communication and problem-solving, and I love helping students and teams achieve their creative goals.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

2D Artist/Animator at Playmakers Development Team
August 1, 2025 - Present
Conceptualised visual style for a two-week game jam; developed 2D isometric environment designs and character turnaround sheets; delivered short animations of game character abilities with 2D rigs in Unity.
2D Animator at Kapow Pictures
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Conducted rough animations, cleanups and colour for allocated shots in a short 2D animated teaser; incorporated feedback and self-managed tasks to meet weekly deadlines.
Animation Teaching Assistant at University of Technology Sydney
February 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
Assisted third-year animation tutor with personalised feedback for capstone films; supported 3D modelling/rigging for second-year students and 2D rigging for third-year students; communicated progress insights and helped troubleshoot student work.
Art Market Vendor at Boj Business
July 1, 2023 - Present
Designs and manufactures stationery, keychains, art prints, miniature clay sculptures and other art pieces; manages inventory, processes invoices and prioritises multiple tasks; communicates with manufacturers and market organizers; participated in multiple art markets.
Barista at Starbucks
January 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023
Motivated team-player who collaborated well with other baristas in a fast-paced environment; strengthened conflict resolution and customer service skills; designed eye-catching signage for seasonal promotions.

Education

Bachelor of Animation Production at University of Technology Sydney
February 1, 2022 - November 1, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Retail