Hi, I’m Yasha Habibipour, an experienced Character Designer and Concept Artist specializing in animation with over 5 years of experience. I love creating dynamic characters and immersive worlds for both 2D and 3D productions, and I thrive on collaborating closely with creative teams to bring stories to life visually. With a solid foundation in anatomy, storytelling, and digital painting, I aim to deliver production-ready assets that truly resonate. Having worked on high-end animated features and series, I’m versatile across a broad range of visual styles and narrative genres. I’m fluent in English, Swedish, and Farsi, which helps me connect with diverse teams and clients. I’m passionate about pushing the boundaries of visual development and always eager to take on new creative challenges.

Yasha Habibipour

Hi, I’m Yasha Habibipour, an experienced Character Designer and Concept Artist specializing in animation with over 5 years of experience. I love creating dynamic characters and immersive worlds for both 2D and 3D productions, and I thrive on collaborating closely with creative teams to bring stories to life visually. With a solid foundation in anatomy, storytelling, and digital painting, I aim to deliver production-ready assets that truly resonate. Having worked on high-end animated features and series, I’m versatile across a broad range of visual styles and narrative genres. I’m fluent in English, Swedish, and Farsi, which helps me connect with diverse teams and clients. I’m passionate about pushing the boundaries of visual development and always eager to take on new creative challenges.

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Hi, I’m Yasha Habibipour, an experienced Character Designer and Concept Artist specializing in animation with over 5 years of experience. I love creating dynamic characters and immersive worlds for both 2D and 3D productions, and I thrive on collaborating closely with creative teams to bring stories to life visually. With a solid foundation in anatomy, storytelling, and digital painting, I aim to deliver production-ready assets that truly resonate.

Having worked on high-end animated features and series, I’m versatile across a broad range of visual styles and narrative genres. I’m fluent in English, Swedish, and Farsi, which helps me connect with diverse teams and clients. I’m passionate about pushing the boundaries of visual development and always eager to take on new creative challenges.

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Language

English
Fluent
Swedish
Fluent
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Concept Artist & Illustrator at Various Clients
June 1, 2024 - June 24, 2024
Delivered high-quality concept art for diverse clients, including character design, environments, and props. Created illustrations for digital and print media while maintaining client brand guidelines and artistic vision. Developed visual guidelines and style guides for project consistency. Worked directly with clients to refine concepts and deliver assets on schedule.
Contract Concept Artist at HOB, The Greatest King (Animated Feature Films)
March 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024
Led character design efforts and developed visual guidelines that reduced revisions by 20%. Created art documentation that improved consistency and production speed across departments. Managed a small design team, improving asset turnaround time by 10%.
Character Layout Artist, Character Designer at Sun & Moon Studios
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
Designed character layouts that increased design approvals by 18%. Helped streamline production with the animation team, reducing design time by 12%.
Freelance Concept Artist at CBN Inc.
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Designed over 30 characters and 20 backgrounds, reducing revision cycles by 20%. Adapted across multiple art styles, improving client satisfaction by 15%. Roles included Character Paint-over Artist, Character Designer, and Background Illustrator for several animation series and projects.
Background Keys Painter, Color Script Artist at Prodigal Son Studio
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Developed keys and color scripts that boosted visual coherence and helped establish tone. Worked with layout teams to reduce rework time by 10%.
Lead Background Artist and Prop Designer at Monk Studios
August 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019
Directed and executed the creation of all background art and prop designs for the feature film 'The Garden.' Collaborated with the director and art team to establish and maintain the film’s visual style. Managed background and prop asset pipeline ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
Junior Concept Artist at Sixmorevodka Studios
October 1, 2016 - March 31, 2018
Supported and later led asset design and digital painting tasks as a team member. Contributed to faster asset delivery and improved pipeline efficiency.
Freelance Concept Artist & Illustrator at Various Clients
June 1, 2024 - June 6, 2024
Delivered high-quality concept art including character design, environments, and props for diverse clients. Created illustrations adhering to client brand guidelines for digital and print media. Developed visual guidelines and style guides to ensure project consistency. Collaborated directly with clients to refine concepts and deliver assets on schedule.
Contract Concept Artist at HOB, The Greatest King (Animated Feature Films)
March 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024
Led character design efforts as Lead Character Designer and Visual Development Artist. Created visual guidelines that reduced revision rates by 20%. Produced art documentation to improve consistency and production speed across departments. Managed a small design team to improve asset turnaround time by 10%.
Character Layout Artist, Character Designer at Sun & Moon Studios
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
Designed character layouts that increased design approvals by 18%. Streamlined production with the animation team, reducing design time by 12%.
Freelance Concept Artist – CBN Inc. at CBN Inc.
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Provided visual development and concept design for multiple animation series and projects. Designed over 30 characters and 20 backgrounds with a 20% reduction in revision cycles. Adapted to multiple art styles improving client satisfaction by 15%. Roles included Character Paint-over Artist, Background Illustrator, and Illustrator.
Background Keys Painter, Color Script Artist at Prodigal Son Studio
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Developed background keys and color scripts that enhanced visual coherence and established tone. Collaborated with layout teams to reduce rework time by 10%.
Lead Background Artist and Prop Designer at Monk Studios
August 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019
Directed and executed the creation of all background art and prop designs for the 2D animation feature film 'The Garden.' Worked closely with the director and art team to establish and maintain the film’s visual style. Managed background and prop asset pipeline ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
Junior Concept Artist at Sixmorevodka Studios
October 1, 2016 - March 31, 2018
Supported and later led asset design and digital painting tasks. Contributed to faster asset delivery and improved pipeline efficiency.
Freelance Concept Artist & Illustrator at Self-employed
June 1, 2024 - June 28, 2024
Delivered high-quality concept art for diverse clients, including character design, environments, and props. Created illustrations for digital and print media while maintaining client brand guidelines and artistic vision. Developed visual guidelines and style guides to ensure project consistency. Collaborated directly with clients to refine concepts and deliver assets on schedule.
Contract Concept Artist at Various Clients
March 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024
Led character design efforts and developed visual guidelines that reduced revision rates by 20%. Created art documentation improving consistency and production speed across departments. Managed a small design team, improving asset turnaround time by 10%.
Character Layout Artist, Character Designer at Sun & Moon Studios
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
Designed character layouts increasing design approvals by 18%. Helped streamline production with the animation team, reducing design time by 12%.
Freelance Concept Artist at CBN Inc.
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Designed over 30 characters and 20 backgrounds, reducing revision cycles by 20%. Adapted across multiple art styles, improving client satisfaction by 15%. Worked on various animation series as character paint-over artist, background illustrator, and character designer.
Background Keys Painter, Color Script Artist at Prodigal Son Studio
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Developed keys and color scripts boosting visual coherence and helped establish tone. Collaborated with layout teams to reduce rework time by 10%.
Lead Background Artist and Prop Designer at Monk Studios
August 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019
Directed and executed all background art and prop designs for 2D animation feature film. Collaborated closely with director and art team to establish film’s visual style. Managed background and prop asset pipeline ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
Junior Concept Artist at Sixmorevodka Studios
October 1, 2016 - March 31, 2018
Supported and later led asset design and digital painting tasks as a team member. Contributed to faster asset delivery and improved pipeline efficiency.
Freelance Concept Artist & Illustrator at Freelance
June 1, 2024 - June 13, 2024
Delivered high-quality concept art for diverse clients including character design, environments, and props. Created illustrations for digital and print media while maintaining client brand guidelines and artistic vision. Developed visual guidelines and style guides to ensure project consistency. Collaborated directly with clients to refine concepts and deliver assets on schedule.
Contract Concept Artist at Unknown
March 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024
Led character design efforts and developed visual guidelines that reduced revisions by 20%. Created art documentation to improve consistency and production speed across departments. Managed a small design team, improving asset turnaround time by 10%.
Character Layout Artist, Character Designer at Sun & Moon Studios
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
Designed character layouts that increased design approvals by 18%. Helped streamline production with the animation team, reducing design time by 12%.
Freelance Concept Artist – Visual Development Artist and Concept Designer at CBN Inc.
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Designed over 30 characters and 20 backgrounds, reducing revision cycles by 20%. Adapted across multiple art styles, improving client satisfaction by 15%. Roles included Character Paint-over Artist, Character Designer, and Background Illustrator for various projects.
Background Keys Painter, Color Script Artist at Prodigal Son Studio
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Developed keys and color scripts that boosted visual coherence and helped establish tone. Worked with layout teams to reduce rework time by 10%.
Lead Background Artist and Prop Designer at Monk Studios
August 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019
Directed and executed the creation of all background art and prop designs for the feature film 'The Garden.' Collaborated closely with the director and art team to establish and maintain the film’s visual style. Managed background and prop asset pipeline, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
Junior Concept Artist at Sixmorevodka Studios
October 1, 2016 - March 31, 2018
Supported and later led asset design and digital painting tasks as a team member. Contributed to faster asset delivery and improved pipeline efficiency.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree at Via College University – The Animation Workshop, Denmark
August 1, 2013 - June 30, 2017
Bachelor’s Degree at Via College University – The Animation Workshop, Denmark
August 1, 2013 - June 30, 2017
Bachelor’s Degree at Via College University – The Animation Workshop, Denmark
August 1, 2013 - June 30, 2017

Qualifications

Persian Miniature Art Mentorship
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Robot Pencil Mentorship
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
CGMA & Schoolism Courses (Digital Painting, Character Design, Environment Design)
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Intern Concept Artist
July 1, 2016 - September 30, 2016
CGMA & Schoolism Courses
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Persian Miniature Art Mentorship
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
CGMA & Schoolism Courses - Digital Painting, Character Design, Environment Design
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Robot Pencil Mentorship
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Intern Concept Artist
July 1, 2016 - September 30, 2016
Persian Miniature Art Mentorship
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
CGMA & Schoolism Courses
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Robot Pencil Mentorship
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Gaming, Education