Walaa Jamil Sindi
Animation Director & Academic
Walaa Jamil Sindi is an animation director and academic whose work centers on developing animation education and practice in Saudi Arabia. She was a founding member of a specialized Film Production and Animation program in the country and previously served as its Program Director, helping shape its academic direction and support emerging Saudi talent.
Her experience spans directing, teaching, cultural consultancy, professional training, and knowledge exchange. She has also trained and collaborated with professionals from leading international animation institutions and studios, including Pixar, Blue Sky Studios, and Gobelins Paris, while contributing to juries and creative initiatives in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
At SACC, Walaa will share insights from her work connecting student filmmaking with regional educational models, with a focus on producing student shorts, nurturing new talent, and building stronger links between animation education and industry practice.