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Hi, I'm Aya Al Salman, a passionate visual storytelling artist and 2D animator with extensive experience in storyboarding, illustration, and animation for film, television, advertising, and digital media. I love transforming scripts and concepts into engaging visual narratives that captivate audiences across different platforms. I'm proficient in a variety of industry-standard tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Storyboard Pro, Clip Studio Paint, and Blender. I'm a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments, always committed to delivering high-quality visual content that aligns with production goals and brand messaging.…Hi, I'm Aya Al Salman, a passionate visual storytelling artist and 2D animator with extensive experience in storyboarding, illustration, and animation for film, television, advertising, and digital media. I love transforming scripts and concepts into engaging visual narratives that captivate audiences across different platforms. I'm proficient in a variety of industry-standard tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Storyboard Pro, Clip Studio Paint, and Blender. I'm a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments, always committed to delivering high-quality visual content that aligns with production goals and brand messaging.

Aya Al Salman

2D Animator, Storyboard Artist, Animator, +2

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Hi, I'm Aya Al Salman, a passionate visual storytelling artist and 2D animator with extensive experience in storyboarding, illustration, and animation for film, television, advertising, and digital media. I love transforming scripts and concepts into engaging visual narratives that captivate audiences across different platforms. I'm proficient in a variety of industry-standard tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Storyboard Pro, Clip Studio Paint, and Blender. I'm a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments, always committed to delivering high-quality visual content that aligns with production goals and brand messaging.…Hi, I'm Aya Al Salman, a passionate visual storytelling artist and 2D animator with extensive experience in storyboarding, illustration, and animation for film, television, advertising, and digital media. I love transforming scripts and concepts into engaging visual narratives that captivate audiences across different platforms. I'm proficient in a variety of industry-standard tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Storyboard Pro, Clip Studio Paint, and Blender. I'm a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments, always committed to delivering high-quality visual content that aligns with production goals and brand messaging.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Aya Al Salman, a passionate visual storytelling artist and 2D animator with extensive experience in storyboarding, illustration, and animation for film, television, advertising, and digital media. I love transforming scripts and concepts into engaging visual narratives that captivate audiences across different platforms.

I’m proficient in a variety of industry-standard tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Storyboard Pro, Clip Studio Paint, and Blender. I’m a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments, always committed to delivering high-quality visual content that aligns with production goals and brand messaging.

Skills

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Expert

Expert

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Expert

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Intermediate

Language

Arabic

Fluent

English

Advanced

Work Experience

Animator & Designer at +964 Media

January 1, 2023 - Present

Design and animate 2D frame-by-frame advertisements for various marketing campaigns. Collaborate on a wide range of creative projects, ensuring engaging visual storytelling and effective communication. Create animated educational content for children and teenagers, focusing on different professions and career paths. Develop engaging visuals and animations to simplify complex subjects for young audiences. Designed the character 'Mr. Qarar' and created over 350 caricature-style artworks. Provided artistic direction and oversight for the app's overall visual style, ensuring consistency and appeal across all designs. Illustrated and developed comics in diverse styles for both local and international magazines. Adapted artwork to fit different themes and editorial needs, maintaining high-quality visuals and storytelling. Collaborated with authors to bring stories to life, ensuring visuals resonate with young readers and enhance the narrative.

Freelance Storyboard & Illustration Artist at +964 News

January 1, 2016 - Present

Create detailed storyboards for animation, film, television, and advertising projects, translating scripts and concepts into dynamic visual sequences. Collaborate with directors, writers, and creative teams to establish visual styles, shot compositions, and narrative flow. Utilize industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Storyboard Pro, and Clip Studio Paint to produce professional artwork. Designed and illustrated characters, storyboards, and visual assets for diverse client projects. Created TVC storyboards and animatics for major brands, including MBC Group, Kuwait Oil Company, Kaufland, Asdikaee Magazine, Provident, and Lidl. Partnered with creative teams to align visual storytelling with project objectives and brand vision.

Storyboard & Illustrations Artist at Asdikaee Magazine, Dubai, UAE

December 31, 2022 - July 18, 2025

Designed dynamic storyboards for animation, film, television, and commercial projects, translating scripts and ideas into compelling visual narratives. Created high-quality illustrations, concept art, and character designs for a variety of media, including print, digital, and gaming industries. Developed visually engaging assets for marketing campaigns, editorial content, and multimedia projects. Iterated on designs based on feedback, ensuring alignment with the creative vision and production requirements.