Sarian Mobolade
Character Designer
Professional Experience
NewScape Studios After Effects Puppet Animator| February 2021-Present
• Animated 2D assets in Adobe After Effects
• Assisted in character design and illustration
• Came up with creative solutions for projects and designs
Copernicus Studios Contract 2D Builds Artist | May 2020-August 2020
• Created 2D props for the show Curious George, as assigned by my Builds Supervisor
• Devised creative solutions to troubleshoot problems that arose with builds
• Adjusted designs as needed for builds based on storyboards and production needs
• Asked appropriate questions to understand and complete the builds assigned
SmashBits Animation Studio Character Designer and Lead Builds Artist | March 2020-June 2020
• Worked closely with my colleagues to design the main cast, turnarounds, and expressions sheets
• Oversaw the creation of builds as the lead builder and ensured designs were followed and builds tested
• Edited designs as needed to keep characters consistent with the style of the production
• Designed replacement mouths, hands, and eye blinks for characters as needed
DDLocks Studios Art and Animation Tutor |September 2019-Present
• Tutored students of various levels and ages in character design, 2D character building, and animation
• Taught a 4-week course on 2D animation for the Farmingdale State College STEAM program
DDLocks Studios Character Designer |September 2017 - Present
• Produced character designs, turnarounds, and character lineups for clients
• Aligned my style to support the art direction of the production
• Ensured that designs were completed to the client’s specifications
• Clients include Low Brow Studios, In Touch Ministries, Travis Gunn, and Ryan Denham
Computer Software
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Animate, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Box Sync, Maya, Toon Boom Harmony
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation | June 2018