IEA Character Design Workshop

Tuesday 10 Nov 2026 - 10:30
HOME - Event Space
Runtime: 120 mins (approx.)

Finding the Story through Character Design

Join professional character designer and illustrator Chloe Dominique for an exclusive Industry Excellence Award Workshop. Chloe is experienced in designing for both 3D and 2D, working across TV, animation and publishing, creating considered designs rich with heart, story and stylisation. Her credits include shows for CBeebies and Sky Kids, alongside illustration for multiple children’s books.

In this focused session, Chloe will explore the art of visual storytelling through design to craft appealing, expressive characters for young audiences, sharing her process, creative tips and practical advice.

The MAF Industry Excellence Award Workshops offer a unique opportunity to learn from top professionals in animation, delivering small-group sessions packed with insider knowledge, specialist skills, and inspiration from those at the top of their game.

Guests

Chloe Dominique

Chloe is an Art Director, Illustrator, and Visual Development Artist from Yorkshire. She works across Children's Animation and Publishing, creating characters and artwork that communicate story through shape language, stylisation and colour to create appealing designs. Chloe has worked with clients including CBeebies, Sky Kids, Disney, Penguin and HarperCollins. She loves projects that bring magic, adventure and imagination to the everyday and is known for her ability to create playful characters full of heart with a stylised, illustrative approach to design.