Mcglashan Nganga
@mcglashannganga
Passionate animator skilled in multimedia and creative storytelling.
What I'm looking for
I am a visionary individual with a deep passion for animation and multimedia. My journey in the creative field has been marked by a commitment to embracing new challenges and pushing the boundaries of my artistic capabilities. I have honed my skills through various roles, including as a Project Assistant at Show Up Communications, where I skillfully edited videos and crafted compelling visual content that resonates with audiences.
Throughout my education at the Africa Digital Media Institute, I have developed a strong foundation in animation and motion graphics, working on projects that range from 3D character animations to advertisement explainer videos. My experience as an intern at African Grassroots Media Alliance allowed me to collaborate on captivating visual designs, enriching the storytelling landscape with diverse narratives. I am dedicated to leveraging my skills for high-level productivity and contributing positively to any organization I join.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Assistant- Multimedia
Show Up Communications
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Skillfully edited interview videos, ensuring seamless transitions, coherent storytelling, and polished presentation. Crafted eye-catching thumbnails tailored to each video's content and audience, optimizing visual appeal and click-through rates across various digital platforms. Played a role in research projects, sourcing and curating images tailored to client requirements, leveraging various imag
Animator- Class Projects
Africa Digital Media Institute
Jan 2022 - Oct 2024 (2 years 9 months)
Collaborated with classmates on 3D character animations for the short film 'who’s in the kitchen?', focusing on scriptwriting, modelling, lighting, compositing, and rendering. Gained experience in the overall animation process, working on both strengths and weaknesses. Currently working on an advertisement explainer video for ADMI to gain experience in 2D animation and editing.
Graphic Designer
Paza Sauti- Slum TV
Aug 2022 - Oct 2024 (2 years 2 months)
Consistently produced high-quality posters, elevating visual standards and reinforcing brand value through attention to detail and aesthetics. Collaborated with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes, and manage project milestones on design matters. Developed creative designs for print materials, brochures, banners, signs, and website layouts.
Animation – Intern
African Grassroots Media Alliance
Aug 2021 - Dec 2021 (4 months)
Collaborated with writers and producers to bring artistic visions to life through captivating visual designs, translating complex concepts into unique and immersive creations. Developed 10 new captivating African folklore stories by building upon existing character animation, leaving a significant cultural impact. Crafted over 3 stop-motion animations using After Effects, focusing on emotions and
Creative Multimedia- Intern
Tukalime.Org
Apr 2020 - Sep 2020 (5 months)
Created compelling media for social media posts, significantly boosting audience engagement, increasing brand visibility, and fostering a loyal online community. Animated their logo as a strategic addition to their reels, creating a powerful impact, elevating their brand presence and leaving a memorable impression. Played a pivotal role in achieving marketing goals and driving organizational succe
Graphic Designer and Social Media Assistant
Alliance of Slum Media Organizations
Aug 2019 - Dec 2019 (4 months)
Provided invaluable insights by diligently analyzing and comprehensively reporting social media and online marketing campaign results, guiding strategic decision-making. Increased customer engagement through social media by 25% over a period of three months. Crafted engaging blogs, eye-catching promotional materials, and social media advertisements, significantly impacting brand awareness and audi
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Africa Digital Media Institute
Diploma, Animation and Motion Graphics
Graduated with a Diploma in Animation and Motion Graphics. The curriculum covered various aspects of 3D animation, including modelling in Maya, texturing in DAZ Studio and Substance Painter, architectural visualization in Twinmotion, and lighting and rendering techniques in Maya.
Kenyatta University
Certificate, Digital Animation
Completed a program in Digital Animation, focusing on key areas such as photography, video editing, and scripting. This provided a foundational understanding of digital media production.
Kirangari High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Studies
Completed secondary education, earning the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.
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