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Hi there! I'm Sufia Tariq, a 2D animator and visual designer with a passion for turning concepts into lively, accessible visuals. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce engaging content for web, social media, and educational use, from character design to animation and multimedia assets. I'm proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, and Figma, and I thrive in deadline-driven environments. I've worked remotely and with diverse teams across the UK, Africa, and North America, delivering high-quality visuals for brands, NGOs, and educational projects. When I'm not animating, I enjoy refining brand identities and exploring new tools to tell stories more effectively.…Hi there! I'm Sufia Tariq, a 2D animator and visual designer with a passion for turning concepts into lively, accessible visuals. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce engaging content for web, social media, and educational use, from character design to animation and multimedia assets. I'm proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, and Figma, and I thrive in deadline-driven environments. I've worked remotely and with diverse teams across the UK, Africa, and North America, delivering high-quality visuals for brands, NGOs, and educational projects. When I'm not animating, I enjoy refining brand identities and exploring new tools to tell stories more effectively.

Sufia Tariq

2D Animator, Character Designer, Illustrator, +2

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Hi there! I'm Sufia Tariq, a 2D animator and visual designer with a passion for turning concepts into lively, accessible visuals. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce engaging content for web, social media, and educational use, from character design to animation and multimedia assets. I'm proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, and Figma, and I thrive in deadline-driven environments. I've worked remotely and with diverse teams across the UK, Africa, and North America, delivering high-quality visuals for brands, NGOs, and educational projects. When I'm not animating, I enjoy refining brand identities and exploring new tools to tell stories more effectively.…Hi there! I'm Sufia Tariq, a 2D animator and visual designer with a passion for turning concepts into lively, accessible visuals. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce engaging content for web, social media, and educational use, from character design to animation and multimedia assets. I'm proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, and Figma, and I thrive in deadline-driven environments. I've worked remotely and with diverse teams across the UK, Africa, and North America, delivering high-quality visuals for brands, NGOs, and educational projects. When I'm not animating, I enjoy refining brand identities and exploring new tools to tell stories more effectively.

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Hi there! I’m Sufia Tariq, a 2D animator and visual designer with a passion for turning concepts into lively, accessible visuals. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce engaging content for web, social media, and educational use, from character design to animation and multimedia assets. I’m proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, and Figma, and I thrive in deadline-driven environments.

I’ve worked remotely and with diverse teams across the UK, Africa, and North America, delivering high-quality visuals for brands, NGOs, and educational projects. When I’m not animating, I enjoy refining brand identities and exploring new tools to tell stories more effectively.

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Work Experience

2D Animator at Verso

October 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025

Created 2D vector character animations for websites. Designed original characters tailored to brand identity. Developed storyboards and animatics for animation pre-production.

Character Designer at Humanity First UK

June 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024

Designed original branded characters for the charity. Illustrated characters in diverse community service activities to visually represent humanitarian efforts. Created social media graphics to support donation drives and awareness campaigns.

Character Designer/Illustrator at Mind Ninjas

November 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023

Designed and illustrated emotion-based characters for children’s mental health workbooks.

Lead Graphic Designer at Muslim Women’s Association Kenya

June 1, 2022 - October 31, 2024

Led publication design as Chief Designer and Editor, creating the annual magazine, book covers, logos, illustrations and invitations for organizational events. Managed social media content and strategy.

Freelance Illustrator/Animator at Sufia Arts

December 1, 2020 - June 7, 2024

Manage client communication, project planning, and creative execution independently. Produce customized animated wedding invitations and themed illustrations. Create original character designs, concept art, 2D animations, storyboards, motion graphics, and basic 3D models for diverse clients.

Freelance Illustrator / Animator at Sufia Arts

June 1, 2025 - Present

Designed hand-illustrated wedding invitations featuring personalized couple portraits, integrating custom typography, color palettes, and thematic motifs. Delivered projects using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Procreate, ensuring timely client approvals and high-quality visuals. Produced 2D animations for diverse projects, including explainer videos, social media content, and short character-driven stories. Adapted animation style to match client branding and project requirements, delivering engaging and professional visuals.

Character Designer at Humanity First

May 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024

Designed branded character assets to visually communicate humanitarian initiatives and community impact. Produced illustrations highlighting diverse social causes, enhancing audience engagement and message clarity. Developed social media graphics and campaign visuals to support fundraising and awareness efforts. Worked closely with internal teams to align creative output with campaign objectives and timelines. Used Adobe Photoshop, Animate and Canva to ensure visual consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all creative deliverables.

Volunteer Publications Manager / Graphic Designer at Ahmadiyya Muslim Women's Association

January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023

Led the design and production of key visual materials, including annual magazines, book covers, logos, and event collateral. Developed creative concepts and visual identities aligned with organizational branding and communication goals. Managed end-to-end design processes from concept development to final delivery across print and digital platforms. Oversaw and executed social media content and visual strategy to support engagement and outreach initiatives. Collaborated with internal stakeholders to translate ideas into high-quality visual assets within set timelines.