I am an experienced director and animator with over 23 years in the animation industry, specializing in both 2D and 3D animation including classic and flash styles. I've had the opportunity to work on high-quality advertisements and films for major global brands, mentoring junior animators and constantly expanding my skill set in professional environments. I am passionate about creating compelling animations and contributing to dynamic teams while continuing to learn new techniques and tools. My goal is to bring creativity and technical expertise to every project I undertake.…

Gandy Almansour

I am an experienced director and animator with over 23 years in the animation industry, specializing in both 2D and 3D animation including classic and flash styles. I've had the opportunity to work on high-quality advertisements and films for major global brands, mentoring junior animators and constantly expanding my skill set in professional environments. I am passionate about creating compelling animations and contributing to dynamic teams while continuing to learn new techniques and tools. My goal is to bring creativity and technical expertise to every project I undertake.…

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I am an experienced director and animator with over 23 years in the animation industry, specializing in both 2D and 3D animation including classic and flash styles. I’ve had the opportunity to work on high-quality advertisements and films for major global brands, mentoring junior animators and constantly expanding my skill set in professional environments.

I am passionate about creating compelling animations and contributing to dynamic teams while continuing to learn new techniques and tools. My goal is to bring creativity and technical expertise to every project I undertake.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
Dutch
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Animator & Motion Graphic Designer at 180 Global (formerly 180 Amsterdam)
December 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025
Worked on a permanent contract with professional directors, designers, and project leaders creating high-quality advertisements and films for leading global brands including BMW, Rabobank, Mirinda, and Pepsi. Responsibilities included developing 2D & 3D motion graphic animations, creating text animations, implementing video effects, and leading junior animators.
Animation and Anatomy Instructor at ARENA Academy
December 31, 2011 - July 21, 2025
Taught animation concepts including 2D animation, storyboarding, anatomy drawing, and Toon Boom Studio on a part-time basis.
Senior Animator, Director and Production Manager at Lizard Media Co
December 31, 2008 - July 21, 2025
Directed and animated a documentary film for the BBC Channel, designed storyboards and animations for the Arabian House project, produced corporate presentations and designed cartoon characters for clients such as Panasonic.
Senior Animator, Director at Gernas Co
December 31, 2006 - July 21, 2025
Directed and animated projects including Erbah Ma’na and City of Numbers.
Senior Animator at Tiger Production Co. (The Main Producer for Spacetoon Channel)
December 31, 2005 - July 21, 2025
Animated main characters in Life Faber Film, contributed to projects such as Information City and Domtom Salemeen, and produced environmental programs for UNEP and channel branding for Spacetoon.
Freelance Animator
January 1, 2008 - Present
Produced 2D character designs and animations for AWI Company, Dubai; contributed to animation broadcasts on Syrian TV; created TV commercial animations and integrated 2D animation into live-action films including Maharem Maharem; developed advanced skills in Maya and Cinema 4D.
Senior Animator & Motion Graphic Designer at 180 Global (formerly 180 Amsterdam)
December 31, 2024 - July 24, 2025
Permanent contract working with professional directors, designers, and project leaders. Created high-quality advertisements and films for leading global brands and companies, including BMW, Rabobank, Mirinda, Pepsi, and more. Developed 2D & 3D motion graphic animations, created text animations, and implemented video effects. Led and mentored junior animators.
Animation and Anatomy Instructor at ARENA Academy
December 31, 2011 - July 24, 2025
Taught animation concepts, including 2D animation, storyboarding, anatomy drawing, and Toon Boom Studio.
Senior Animator, Director and Production Manager at Lizard Media Co
December 31, 2008 - July 24, 2025
Directed and animated a documentary film for the BBC Channel. Designed storyboards and animations for the Arabian House project for Tiger Production Co. Produced corporate presentations and designed cartoon characters for clients, including Panasonic Co.
Senior Animator, Director at Gernas Co
December 31, 2006 - July 24, 2025
Directed and animated projects, including (Erbah Ma’na) and (City of Numbers).
Senior Animator at Tiger Production Co.
December 31, 2005 - July 24, 2025
Animated main characters in Life Faber Film (Alaa and Nour). Worked on projects such as Information City and Domtom Salemeen. Produced environmental programs for UNEP and channel branding for Spacetoon.
Freelance Animator at Self-employed
January 1, 2008 - Present
Produced 2D character designs and animations for AWI Company, Dubai. Contributed to animation broadcasts for Dreamcatcher Co., aired on Syrian TV. Created TV commercial animations and integrated 2D animation into live-action films, including Maharem Maharem (directed by Mohamed Malas). Developed advanced skills in Maya 3D software and Cinema 4D to contribute to professional animation productions.
Senior Animator & Motion Graphic Designer at 180 Global (formerly 180 Amsterdam), Netherlands
December 31, 2024 - July 24, 2025
Permanent contract working with professional directors, designers, and project leaders. Created high-quality advertisements and films for leading global brands including BMW, Rabobank, Mirinda, and Pepsi. Developed 2D & 3D motion graphic animations, created text animations, implemented video effects, and led and mentored junior animators.
Animation and Anatomy Instructor at ARENA Academy, Damascus
December 31, 2011 - July 24, 2025
Taught animation concepts including 2D animation, storyboarding, anatomy drawing, and Toon Boom Studio on a part-time basis.
Senior Animator, Director and Production Manager at Lizard Media Co, Damascus
December 31, 2008 - July 24, 2025
Directed and animated a documentary film for the BBC Channel. Designed storyboards and animations for the Arabian House project. Produced corporate presentations and designed cartoon characters for clients, including Panasonic Co.
Senior Animator, Director at Gernas Co, Damascus
December 31, 2006 - July 24, 2025
Directed and animated projects including (Erbah Ma’na) and (City of Numbers).
Senior Animator at Tiger Production Co. (The Main Producer for Spacetoon Channel), Damascus
December 31, 2005 - July 24, 2025
Animated main characters in Life Faber Film (Alaa and Nour). Worked on projects such as Information City and Domtom Salemeen. Produced environmental programs for UNEP and channel branding for Spacetoon.
Freelance Animator at Freelance
January 1, 2008 - Present
Produced 2D character designs and animations for AWI Company, Dubai. Contributed to animation broadcasts for Dreamcatcher Co., aired on Syrian TV. Created TV commercial animations and integrated 2D animation into live-action films, including Maharem Maharem (directed by Mohamed Malas). Developed advanced skills in Maya 3D software and Cinema 4D.

Education

B.A. at Damascus University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Painting Department
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2002
B.A. at Damascus University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Painting Department
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2002
B.A. at Damascus University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Painting Department
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2002

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Other

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