PHILIP MWANZA

Creative Lead | 3D Artist | Graphic Designer | Visual Storyteller

Salama-park, Lusaka, Zambia, Lusaka, ZM.

About

Accomplished Creative Lead with over 8 years of experience spearheading multidisciplinary creative teams in 3D art, animation, graphic design, and visual storytelling across African markets. Expertly translates complex concepts into high-impact visual campaigns for NGOs, research institutions, and development partners, driving social change and community engagement. Proven co-founder and leader, adept at managing end-to-end project pipelines and leveraging Adobe Creative Suite and Blender to deliver compelling, mission-driven content.

Work

4pencils Animation Studio

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Co-Founder & Creative Lead

Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

Summary

Co-founded and led a creative studio, directing multidisciplinary teams in animation, illustration, branding, and digital media to deliver high-quality visual content for diverse clients across African markets.

Highlights

Led creative direction for animation, illustration, branding, and digital media projects, establishing stringent creative standards and reviewing all deliverables to ensure high production quality and brand consistency.

Supervised multidisciplinary teams of animators, illustrators, designers, writers, and sound professionals, managing end-to-end project pipelines from concept to final delivery while consistently adhering to timelines and quality benchmarks.

Partnered with NGOs, research institutions, and development organizations to produce impactful educational and advocacy content, effectively transforming complex technical concepts into engaging visual stories for diverse audiences.

Developed comprehensive visual identities and branding systems for clients across various sectors, ensuring cohesive storytelling and brand presence across print, digital, and motion media platforms.

Served as the final reviewer for all creative content, providing constructive feedback on design, animation, writing, and photography to consistently uphold a high standard of quality and artistic integrity.

[Freelance / Studio Name]

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3D Artist & Character Designer

Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

Summary

Specialized in stylized 3D character creation and design, optimizing production workflows to deliver high-quality models and animations for advertising, games, and educational media.

Highlights

Specialized in stylized character creation, mastering anatomy, shape language, and color theory to develop compelling characters for advertising, games, educational media, and animation projects.

Optimized 3D production workflows to meet demanding project deadlines, consistently producing high-quality 3D models, renders, and animations using industry-standard software without compromising artistic integrity.

Developed compelling visual narratives through 3D art, effectively communicating complex ideas in accessible and engaging ways for diverse target audiences.

Collaborated closely with writers, sound designers, and project managers to ensure seamless integration of 3D assets and cohesive final deliverables across various media projects.

Chroma Pixel Games

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Creative Contributor

[Location], ,

Summary

Contributed to game art production and digital content development, facilitating workshops to introduce young creatives to digital art and 3D production for interactive experiences.

Highlights

Contributed significantly to game art production and digital content development, enhancing interactive experiences with high-quality visual assets.

Facilitated workshops and presentations, successfully introducing students and young creatives to digital art, game development, and 3D production techniques.

Supported collaborative problem-solving and actively participated in creative brainstorming sessions, contributing innovative ideas for interactive game experiences.

Developed foundational skills in game design principles and interactive media creation, applying creative expertise to enhance user engagement.

Education

Self-Taught / Continuous Learning

Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

Professional Development Fine Art and Digital Art

Courses

Traditional Painting Techniques

Digital Illustration

3D Art & Animation

Specific courses, workshops, or certifications (to be added)

Languages

English

Fluent

Nyanja

Native

Skills

Creative Leadership

Creative Direction & Leadership, Team Mentorship & People Management, Multidisciplinary Team Supervision, Creative Brainstorming & Ideation, Facilitation, Fostering Collaborative Team Culture.

Operations & Project Management

Project Pipeline Management, Workflow Coordination, Client Communication, Stakeholder Management, Project Coordination, Creative Review Processes, Managing Multiple Deadlines.

Brand & Quality Assurance

Brand Development & Visual Identity, Creative Quality Assurance, Visual Storytelling, Content Strategy, Exceptional Attention to Visual Quality and Detail.

Technical Design & Software

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Blender (3D Modeling & Animation), Motion Graphics, Illustration, Branding, Stylized Character Creation, Anatomy, Shape Language, Color Design, Video Production.

Productivity & Collaboration Tools

Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Drive, Google Workspace.

Soft Skills

Communication, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Passion for Social Impact Communications.

Projects

Climate Change Awareness Animation

Summary

Produced engaging educational animations specifically designed to inform and motivate young audiences on critical climate action initiatives.

Health Communication Campaign

Summary

Developed comprehensive visual communication materials for public health initiatives, focusing on responsible antimicrobial use and effective research dissemination.

Explainer Animations for Public Health & Community Development

Summary

Created a series of educational campaigns through explainer animations for organizations dedicated to public health, youth engagement, and community development.

Advocacy Communications for Zambia

Summary

Led comprehensive branding, illustration, and animation initiatives to bolster advocacy campaigns across various sectors within Zambia.

Accomplishments

Summary

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) – Lusaka: Created visual communications, illustrations, and campaign materials for the CIF+ and Catholic Care for Children projects, including manuals, pocket guides, and case management tools. Consortium for Sustainable Development (CSD): Developed digital learning content including animations, videos, and graphics; created communications tool kits for educator and learner audiences. Awarded 3rd Prize at the bongoHive SME Digital Health Hackathon for outstanding presentation and communication content design in 2023.