Mzamo Sicalo Maziya
Creative Director | Multimedia Producer | Animator | Cybersecurity | Children’s Book Author
Creative Director skilled in 2D/3D Animation, Scriptwriting, Storyboarding, Graphic Design, Children's Comic & Coloring Book Design, Video Production, Editing, Visual Storytelling & Cybersecurity.
Skills & Tools
- 2D Animation2D Animation
- 3D Animation3D Animation
- ScriptwritingScriptwriting
- StoryboardingStoryboarding
- Graphic DesignGraphic Design
- Video EditingVideo Editing
- Visual StorytellingVisual Storytelling
- Creative DirectionCreative Direction
- Character AnimationCharacter Animation
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe After Effects
- Blender
- Autodesk MayaAutodesk Maya
- AI Content Creation
- CybersecurityCybersecurity
- Comic Book Artist
- adobe InDesignadobe InDesign
About Me
Sicalo Mzamo Maziya is a creative professional from Eswatini and the founder of Animatrix Media. He is a self-taught animator whose work spans 2D and 3D animation, motion graphics, graphic design, film and video production. He is also an author and children's book designer, specialising in comic books and coloring books that combine creativity, education and storytelling.
He has completed several online courses in multimedia and graphic design, earning multiple certificates in these fields. He also holds an Advanced Diploma in Cybersecurity (Security Administration & Computer Forensics).
His experience includes an Online Safety Awareness project for UNESCO, focusing on digital safety and responsible internet use. Through a partnership with SWAGAA, he contributed to a project covering child safety, peer pressure, gender-based violence, conflict resolution and sexual abuse. He also worked in partnership with another production company on Siyakhula Kids Castle, a 2D animated educational series broadcast on Swazi TV, designed to help children learn and pronounce siSwati in an enjoyable and memorable way.
Through Animatrix Media, Sicalo continues to develop creative content, educational children's publications and visual stories. His work is driven by a passion for animation, education and African storytelling, with a particular interest in promoting Eswatini's culture and contributing to the growth of the country's creative industry.
Work Experience
2021-2022
Animation & Multimedia Developer
Saim & Dee Investments
Character Illustrator
Storyboard Artist
Animator
3D Animator
Purple Butterfly Nest (Pty) Ltd
Animate 3D characters
Create lip-sync and movement cycles
13 Jan 2025 - 13 April 2025
Multimedia Consultant
UNESCO
Develop 2D animated awareness content
Develop scripts and storyboards
Animate educational and awareness videos
Create infographics, posters and radio jingle
Independent Multimedia Artist & Animator
Independent
Storyboard Development
Storyboard Artistry
2D Animation & 3D Animation
Comic Book Artist
Character Animation
Character Rigging
Lip Sync Animation
Background & Environment Design
Visual Development
Scriptwriting
Story Development
Visual Storytelling
Graphic Design
Motion Graphics
Video Production
Education
2020 – 2023
Advanced Diploma in Cybersecurity (Security Administration and Computer Forensics)
Aptech Computer Education
2025
Animation Production Pipeline
Sony Animation Pictures
05/05/2026
How To Become A Film Director
Learn cafe
2025-03-01
Video editing with adobe premiere
Mind Luster
2026-05-19
Animating in After Effects
Mind Luster
2025-03-02
Adobe Illustrator
Mind Luster
1st May 2026
Among Us Animation Beginner Course
Simplilearn SkillUp
Selected Work
Siyakhula Kids Castle - Eswatini TV (2020 - 2021)
Siyakhula Kids Castle is an engaging 2D animated educational series designed to help children learn and pronounce siSwati in a simple, enjoyable and memorable way. Through entertaining stories, characters and everyday language, the series introduces children to siSwati vocabulary, pronunciation and expressions while making learning fun and culturally relevant.
Ngungu 3D Animation Project – SWAGAA (2022)
The Ngungu 3D Animation Project is an 8-episode 3D animated educational series, with each episode approximately 5 minutes long, produced for SWAGAA. The series uses engaging stories and relatable characters to teach children how to speak up and report situations that happen at home, while promoting positive social behavior, personal safety, respect and responsible decision-making.
Amazing Animal coloring book (2022)
Amazing Animals Coloring & Naming Book
The Amazing Animals Coloring & Naming Book is a fun and engaging educational resource that introduces children to the fascinating world of animals through coloring and simple naming activities. Each page features a clearly illustrated animal with bold, well-defined outlines, allowing children to enjoy coloring while becoming familiar with different animals. The “My Name Is” activity encourages children to identify, recognize and name the animals featured in the book, making learning interactive and enjoyable while supporting creativity and early learning.
Accompanying Teacher’s Guide: The book is complemented by a Teacher’s Guide, which provides guidance for teachers and caregivers on how to facilitate the activities and support children's learning.
2d Career fair (2023)
2D Career Fair Animation is an educational animation project designed to introduce young people to different career paths and employment opportunities. Through engaging visuals and storytelling, the project aims to help learners explore career options, understand various professions and make informed decisions about their future.
The Little Swazi Tales (2024-2025)
The Swazi Little Tales is a children’s animated storytelling series inspired by Eswatini’s culture, history and everyday life. The series follows young Swazi characters as they explore family, friendship, respect, traditions and community values through entertaining stories, humour and music. It aims to introduce children to authentic Swazi stories and cultural experiences while creating content that can connect with audiences in Eswatini and beyond.
UNESCO - ONLINE SAFETY (2025)
UNESCO – Online Safety Awareness Project involved the development of 2D animated awareness content focused on online safety and digital well-being for different age groups. The project included creating educational animations, infographics, posters and other visual communication materials designed to make online safety information clear, accessible and engaging for diverse audiences.
Kutalwa Kwa Jesu (2025-2026)
The Birth of Jesus is a 2D animated Christian story that brings the biblical account of Jesus Christ’s birth to life in an engaging and accessible way. The animation follows Mary and Joseph from the announcement of Jesus’ birth through their journey to Bethlehem and the arrival of the newborn Savior. Created for children and families, the project combines storytelling and visual animation to communicate faith, hope, love and the meaning of Christmas.
HIV Status (2026)
A 2D motion graphic focused on HIV awareness, encouraging people to know their HIV status and understand the importance of testing. The video explains what to do after receiving a result, promoting informed decisions, appropriate support and access to care and prevention services.
Certifications
Adobe Illustrator
Video editing with adobe premiere
Flyer design in photoshop for beginners
Animating in After Effects
UX UI design in illustrator cc
Among Us Animation Beginner Course
How To Become A Film Director
Digital Marketing Certified
Business Analysis & Process Management
Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
Information Security
Cybersecurity
