

About
Aaya Al-Shamahi is an illustrator, character animator and video producer based in London.
Aaya's academic background in Middle Eastern studies and her career in journalism has directed her to story-telling through animation and shedding light on issues of identity and Middle Eastern culture.
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For more information on Aaya's work, to get in touch regarding employment opportunities, or to just say hello, feel free to email at:
aayaalshamahi@hotmail.co.uk


EDUCATION
SOAS BA History and Arabic | 2:1
SOAS MA Near and Middle Eastern Studies | Distinction
Central Saint Martins, UAL MA Character Animation | Merit
WORK
Aaya currently works as a video producer and editor
for London based news agency Middle East Eye.
Check out her journalism work here.
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Aaya also works on illustrations, animations
and story-boards for clients.
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