I am Yusuf Omar, an illustrator and 2D animator based in Cairo, Egypt. Over the years I have created illustrations for children's books, developed character designs, and brought stories to life through animation using Toon Boom Harmony, After Effects, and Adobe Creative Suite. I love collaborating with writers and educators to turn ideas into engaging visuals. I’m always excited to learn new tools and techniques, and I enjoy shaping narratives with energetic visuals that resonate with audiences of all ages.

Yusuf Omar

I am Yusuf Omar, an illustrator and 2D animator based in Cairo, Egypt. Over the years I have created illustrations for children's books, developed character designs, and brought stories to life through animation using Toon Boom Harmony, After Effects, and Adobe Creative Suite. I love collaborating with writers and educators to turn ideas into engaging visuals. I’m always excited to learn new tools and techniques, and I enjoy shaping narratives with energetic visuals that resonate with audiences of all ages.

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I am Yusuf Omar, an illustrator and 2D animator based in Cairo, Egypt. Over the years I have created illustrations for children’s books, developed character designs, and brought stories to life through animation using Toon Boom Harmony, After Effects, and Adobe Creative Suite.

I love collaborating with writers and educators to turn ideas into engaging visuals. I’m always excited to learn new tools and techniques, and I enjoy shaping narratives with energetic visuals that resonate with audiences of all ages.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Receptionist at Egyptian International For Publishing & Distribution
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Managed front desk operations, answered inquiries, and assisted staff with administrative tasks.
Illustrator at Shell Petroleum
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Provided illustrations for children's books and related publishing material.
Illustrator at Modern Arab Company
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Illustration work for various projects.
Illustrator at Nagwa Limited (EG)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Illustration work for educational publishing and materials.
Animator at Al Sahar Animation Studio
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Animation production and character animation tasks.
Animator at Al Sahar Animation Studio
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Early career animation work.

Education

Bachelor of Social Service at Institute for Social Service Al Manteqah, Nasr City, Cairo Governorate
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Toon Boom Harmony 12 Certification at Toon Boom professional course
January 1, 2015 - October 28, 2025
2D Cartoon Animation (After Effects - Animate) at Russian Culture Center
January 1, 2017 - October 28, 2025

Qualifications

Toon Boom Harmony 12 Certification
January 1, 2015 - October 28, 2025
2D Cartoon Animation (After Effects - Animate)
January 1, 2017 - October 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other