Noel Mabaso
Harare
Summary
Dynamic multimedia designer with a proven track record at The Compound Gallery, specializing in 3D animation , 2D animation and digital graphic creation. Adept at collaborating with high-profile clients, I excel in visual storytelling and project management, delivering innovative designs that captivate audiences and enhance brand identity.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead 3D Designer/2D Animator
The Compound Gallery\ Listerine\ Intern
02.2019 - Current
- Developed a VR gallery for Forbes magazine and Compound Gallery.
- Designed virtual gallery featuring renowned photographers from Roc Nation and Forbes Magazine.
- Directed all 3D modeling and texturing efforts with dotdotdash agency, specializing in digital media and VR.
- Secured coverage for gallery across reputable media channels like Complex, Hypebeast, and Forbes.
- Lead 2D animator in the Listerine Whoa collection documentary, specifically in charge of animation, color, and sound design. Working with the artist known as Common, and producers Set Free Richardson and Buda da Future.
- Provided support during post-production processes such as editing, color correction, if required.
- Designed key frames, in-betweens, and special effects for animations for the Whoa Collection animation.
Multimedia Designer
Compound/ Contractor
Brooklyn
02.2017 - Current
- Designed and edited diverse forms of media, including videos, graphics, animations, and VR experiences.
- Developed professional relationships with esteemed clients such as Carmelo Anthony, Forbes magazine, Listerine, and Clarks Originals.
- Designed apparel supporting premier watch brand Roger Dubuis.
- Making 2D/3D concepts for limited edition toys for The Compound Gallery and Ron English.
- Creating merchandise prototypes and finalizing the color and the material used for the final product.
- Creation of interior designs in the form of 3D models using 3D programs such as Maya, 3ds Max, and Cinema 4D.
- Video editing and motion graphics done for Clarks.
- Hand-drawn animations and motion graphics for ads at the Compound Gallery and Clarks Originals.
- Designed and proposed websites, animations, and graphics that integrated sounds and words.
- Working closely with Listerine and the Compound Art and Sound Gallery to create 2D animations for the Whoa collection collaboration.
- Conducted website testing across multiple browsers and devices to ensure compatibility and responsiveness.
- Created prototypes, mockups, and visual designs to illustrate the look and feel of web pages.
- Designed logos, icons, images, and banners for websites.
- Collaborated with creative directors, graphic designers and producers to execute projects with precision and achieve project goals.
- Coordinated with clients to develop visual solutions that meet their expectations in terms of style, technique and budget parameters.
Graphic Designer
Freelance/Contractor
06.2012 - Current
- Working with customers to present mockups, and collect information for adjustments.
- Creating new, on-brand visual elements, focusing on concept and messaging.
- Short 3D animations, posters, and logos for local and international businesses based in the United States of America, South Africa, and the United Kingdom.
- Design marketing materials for businesses leveraging various media formats.
- Designed media and graphics for The Players' Voice Awards collaboration with The Compound Art and Sound Gallery.
- Designed merchandise and promotional materials for prominent clients such as Kiss Café by Jadakiss, Roger Dubuis, Hennessy, and the NBA.
- Created cover art for music singles by renowned artists, including Slick Rick.
Education
Master's Degree - Visual Effects
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Madison, NJ03.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Animation/Illustration
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ04.2018
Skills
- Content Management
- Experienced in 3D Animation Production
- Adobe Premiere
- Maya 3D
- Photo editing
- Color theory
- Unity 3D
- Digital Graphic Creation
- Illustrator
- Adobe Lightroom
- Photoshop
- Motion Graphics Animation
- Adobe Suite
- After Effects
- Adobe InDesign
- 2D Animation Production
- Layout Design
- Post-Production Editing
- Typography
- 3Ds Max Expertise
- Project management
- Adobe After Effects
- Logo design
- Microsoft PowerPoint Proficiency
- Branding
- Computer graphics
- Residential Interior Design
- Illustration
- Visual Storytelling Skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Prepress
- Photography
- Texture mapping
- 3D modeling
Timeline
Lead 3D Designer/2D Animator
The Compound Gallery\ Listerine\ Intern
02.2019 - Current
Multimedia Designer
Compound/ Contractor
02.2017 - Current
Graphic Designer
Freelance/Contractor
06.2012 - Current
Master's Degree - Visual Effects
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor's Degree - Animation/Illustration
Montclair State University
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