Hi there! I'm Shantel Jali, a 23-year-old aspiring creative focused on illustration and animation. I value growth in my art and bring imagination to life through dynamic visuals that capture emotion and engage audiences.\n\nInfluenced by a love for cartoons, anime, and novels with vivid world-building, I aim to create art that resonates, inspires, and tells unique stories.

Shantel Jali

Hi there! I'm Shantel Jali, a 23-year-old aspiring creative focused on illustration and animation. I value growth in my art and bring imagination to life through dynamic visuals that capture emotion and engage audiences.\n\nInfluenced by a love for cartoons, anime, and novels with vivid world-building, I aim to create art that resonates, inspires, and tells unique stories.

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Hi there! I’m Shantel Jali, a 23-year-old aspiring creative focused on illustration and animation. I value growth in my art and bring imagination to life through dynamic visuals that capture emotion and engage audiences.\n\nInfluenced by a love for cartoons, anime, and novels with vivid world-building, I aim to create art that resonates, inspires, and tells unique stories.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer / Assistant at Mahoriginals Group
January 1, 2021 - Present
Provided support across illustration and production; assisted with book formatting, illustration, clothing design, and social media visuals; collaborated with photographers on shoot concepts and photo editing; provided creative direction, both in front of and behind the camera.
Freelance Model at Open Window Institute (Off Campus)
January 1, 2021 - Present
During school holidays (2021–2024), modelling assignments and collaboration for portfolio development and visuals.
Visual Communication Design Intern at Mahoriginals Group
January 1, 2023 - Present
Supported illustration, design and production tasks; assisted with visual planning, provided social media visuals, and contributed to branding and event materials.

Education

Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (Specialising in Illustration and Motion Design) at Open Window Institute
January 1, 2021 - April 16, 2026
National Senior Certificate (Matric) at Curro Thatchfield High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Freelance Academy - ALXD designs social media visuals (posts & stories)
January 1, 2021 - April 16, 2026
Figma Pro Workflow
January 1, 2021 - April 16, 2026

Industry Experience

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