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Susan A

@susana

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Creative animation film director passionate about storytelling through design.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to innovate and collaborate in a creative environment, focusing on storytelling and design.

As an animation film director and designer from India, I thrive on experimenting with various mediums to tell compelling stories. My journey in the industry has been marked by significant contributions to renowned platforms like Viacom18, where I developed brand identities and crafted engaging scripts for iconic shows such as Roadies and MTV Hustle. My role as an Associate Producer allowed me to lead projects, including the creation of MTV NFTs and dynamic sports idents for major leagues, showcasing my ability to blend creativity with strategic thinking.

Throughout my career, I have consistently pushed the boundaries of animation and design. My work on the animated short film 'Elderly Empowerment' not only addressed social issues but also garnered significant online attention. Additionally, my freelance projects have allowed me to collaborate with various clients, enhancing their brand image through visually engaging animated music videos and concept art. I am dedicated to creating content that resonates with audiences and elevates brand narratives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Associate Producer

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Viacom18/JioStar

Jul 2021 - Present (3 years 11 months)

As an Associate Producer, developed brand identities and packaging designs for VH1 shows, crafted engaging scripts and visuals, and created dynamic graphics and animations for various platforms. Led projects for MTV shows and contributed to the creation of NFTs and promotional content, enhancing channel viewership.

Animation Motion Graphics Adobe Creative Suite Storyboarding Project Management Digital Marketing NFT Design Visual Storytelling

Concept Artist & Art Director

Dancing Atoms

Jul 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Created character designs and concept art for a feature film pitch, utilizing visual storytelling techniques to convey the narrative effectively.

Concept Art Visual Storytelling Film Production Adobe Creative Suite Creative Direction Animation Storyboarding Art Direction

Children's Book Designer

Pratham Books

May 2021 - Aug 2021 (3 months)

Illustrated the children's book 'The Big Beach Clean Up', focusing on engaging visuals to promote environmental awareness among young readers.

Illustration Adobe Creative Suite Visual Storytelling Environmental Awareness Graphic Design Creative Writing Storyboarding

Animated Music Video Designer

Client - Aalap Desai

Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)

Conceptualized and produced animated music videos that enhanced the client's brand image and significantly increased YouTube engagement metrics.

Animation Brand Development Adobe Creative Suite Video Editing Concept Art

Animation Film Designer

Studio Eeksaurus

Aug 2019 - May 2020 (9 months)

Researched and executed an animated short film titled 'Elderly Empowerment', addressing social issues and achieving significant online viewership shortly after release.

Animation Visual Storytelling Adobe Creative Suite Research Social Awareness Storyboarding

Concept Artist - Preproduction Art

Otter Studios/Ghost Animation

Jan 2018 - Jan 2018 (0 months)

Illustrated promotional materials and preproduction concept art for a feature film and created a zine for the band Swaratma, showcasing artistic versatility.

Concept Art Illustration Adobe Creative Suite Graphic Design Music Promotion Digital Art Storyboarding

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

National Institute of Design

Bachelor of Design, Visual Communication

2015 - 2021

Grade: 8

Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication, focusing on visual storytelling and design principles. Achieved a GPA of 8 while engaging in various projects that enhanced my skills in animation and design.