With a foundation in science and a transition into multimedia communication, I have spent a decade honing his craft in animation. After earning multiple degrees in the field, he explored roles as an illustrator and graphic designer before fully embracing my lifelong passion for animation. Deeply rooted in realism, I views the world in stark contrasts, softened by occasional nuance. As an artist, I transform even the darkest themes into vivid, emotional narratives. A master visual storyteller, I approach life the same way I approach my artwork with all the possible perspectives I can imagine. Notable Highlights: - Presented and published research at the ICIVA’24 International Conference - Artwork featured in CQFD Magazine (Mega Dossier) - Created published illustrations for ABP Network across digital platforms - Illustration featured in print media with The Times of India (Navbharat Times Magazine)

Amaan Ahmed

With a foundation in science and a transition into multimedia communication, I have spent a decade honing his craft in animation. After earning multiple degrees in the field, he explored roles as an illustrator and graphic designer before fully embracing my lifelong passion for animation. Deeply rooted in realism, I views the world in stark contrasts, softened by occasional nuance. As an artist, I transform even the darkest themes into vivid, emotional narratives. A master visual storyteller, I approach life the same way I approach my artwork with all the possible perspectives I can imagine. Notable Highlights: - Presented and published research at the ICIVA’24 International Conference - Artwork featured in CQFD Magazine (Mega Dossier) - Created published illustrations for ABP Network across digital platforms - Illustration featured in print media with The Times of India (Navbharat Times Magazine)

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With a foundation in science and a transition into multimedia
communication, I have spent a decade honing his craft
in animation. After earning multiple degrees in the field,
he explored roles as an illustrator and graphic designer
before fully embracing my lifelong passion for animation.

Deeply rooted in realism, I views the world in stark contrasts,
softened by occasional nuance. As an artist, I transform even
the darkest themes into vivid, emotional narratives. A master
visual storyteller, I approach life the same way I
approach my artwork with all the possible
perspectives I can imagine.

Notable Highlights:

  • Presented and published research at the ICIVA’24 International Conference
  • Artwork featured in CQFD Magazine (Mega Dossier)
  • Created published illustrations for ABP Network across digital platforms
  • Illustration featured in print media with The Times of India (Navbharat Times Magazine)
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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Visual Artist (Freelance & Academic Projects) at London & Remote
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed 12 digital illustrations and 8 storyboard panels for Sholay Reimagined over 7 weeks, reinterpret­ing a classic narrative through animal-based characters to enhance humor and visual storytelling. Executed a hybrid workflow using traditional sketching, iterative whiteboard development, and Adobe Photoshop, integrating AI-assisted research to inform character design and narrative accuracy. Applied core visual principles to build a cohesive visual library across concept and final outputs. Conceptualized and produced a mixed-media mask within 1 week, combining 2D, 3D, stop-motion, and traditional animation techniques for an interactive digital experience. Composed and deployed the project using Adobe After Effects and Spark AR, creating an Instagram AR filter featured at the London International Animation Festival (LIAF) 2024. Achieved 10,000+ user interactions during the festival.
Illustrator | Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Self-Employed
July 1, 2017 - April 1, 2019
Produced caricatures, characters for e-learning books, storyboard and background designs using Adobe Suite, enhancing narrative immersion and learner engagement.

Education

Master of Arts (Animation) at University of the Arts London
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Master of Arts (Visual Effects and Animation) at Jamia Millia Islamia
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Multimedia Studies at Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services