JUAN SEBASTIAN GIL
São Paulo, Sao Paulo
Summary
2D Animator and Motion Designer with 8+ years of experience. Former advanced psychology student, I left my studies just before graduating to pursue a more artistic path. This decision reflects my passion for creativity and storytelling, which I now channel into crafting compelling visual narratives for brands and studios. Passionate about leveraging cutting-edge tools like AI (MidJourney, ChatGPT, Tripo, Recraft, Hailuoai), 3D rigging (Blender), and interactive design (Rive, Spline) to bring ideas to life.
I specialize in motion graphics using industry-standard software like After Effects and Illustrator, with a focus on interpolation techniques to create smooth, high-quality animations. My background in storytelling—honed through award-winning microfiction—enables me to craft animations that not only captivate but also drive engagement.
Currently seeking opportunities to push creative boundaries, whether through AI-driven motion design, interactive experiences, or innovative 2D animation projects. As a self-taught professional, I thrive on continuous learning and exploring new tools to deliver cutting-edge results. Let’s create something extraordinary together.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ANIMATOR 2D
ARIGATO STUDIO
02.2020 - Current
- Character Animation and Motion Graphics: Designed and produced high-quality animations, including character movements and graphic elements, using advanced software tools (e.g., After Effects, Illustrator).
- Creative Development: Collaborated with animators and designers to conceptualize key ideas, leveraging artificial intelligence tools to streamline workflows. By incorporating AI, the team reduced production costs and timelines by eliminating a workflow step, achieving results that were 20% faster and more cost-effective.
- Reference Research: Conducted thorough research to gather visual and conceptual references aligned with client requirements, ensuring effective project proposals.
- AI Integration: Utilized artificial intelligence tools to generate quick styleframes, optimizing initial visual presentations and enhancing client approval processes.
- Project Management and Coordination: Oversaw and managed projects from inception to delivery, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and client expectations were consistently met.
Motion Graphic Designer
VIDS AGENCY
03.2023 - Current
- Produced 100+ animated videos for influencers, adapting to diverse styles and tight deadlines.
- Implemented AI tools (Recraft, Hailuoai, Piclumen, Krea, Haiper, Google AI Studio) to speed up pre-production processes.
- Ensured brand consistency across all animations, resulting in a 95% client satisfaction rate.
Freelance Motion Designer
KAFUNE STUDIO
02.2017 - Current
- Founded and managed a personal brand, delivering 2D animation services to clients worldwide.
- Created animations for Nimio Studio, Orsai, Riaya enhancing their brand identity.
- Developed a streamlined workflow for freelance projects, allowing for faster turnaround times.
Education
Associate of Arts - ANIMATION 2D - After Effects
EDUCENTRO
ARGENTINA10-2014
Skills
- 2D Animation & Motion Graphics: After Effects (Expert), Illustrator, Photoshop
- 3D & Rigging: Blender (Character Rigging), Spline
- Interactive Tools: Rive (Advanced)
- AI Tools: MidJourney, Runway ML, ChatGPT, Hailuoai, Recraft
- Storytelling & Preproduction: Scriptwriting, Storyboarding, Concept Art
- Workflow Optimization:Automation Tools, File Organization, Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Coordinated storyboard and script production at Arigato Studio, adapting them to animators' resources and capabilities, optimizing processes, reducing delivery times, and enhancing client satisfaction.
- Increased project delivery efficiency by 40% through workflow optimization and team coordination.
- Produced 100+ animated videos for influencers at Vids.agency, maintaining a 95% satisfaction rate.
- Won prestigious awards (Victoria Ocampo Prize, Osvaldo Soriano Award) for storytelling.
- Successfully founded and managed Kafune Studio, delivering high-quality 2D animations for global clients.
- Integrated AI tools (MidJourney, Runway ML) into animation workflows, reducing pre-production time by 20%.
Certification
- Creating Kawaii Characters in 3D with Blender - Yasmin Islas Domínguez - Domestika.
- Advanced After Effects - Carlos "Zenzuke" Albarrán- Domestika.
- Advanced After Effects: Programming for Motion Design - Desmond Du - Domestika.
- Animation Techniques with 3D Effects in After Effects - Moncho Massé - Domestika.
- Animated Microstories with After Effects - Sociedad Fantasma - Domestika.
- Express Animation for Social Media with After Effects - Yimbo Escárrega - Domestika.
- Digital Collage for Editorial Media - GV - Domestika.
- Screenwriting for Film and Television - Julio Rojas - Domestika.
- Animation and Character Design in After Effects - Moncho Massé - Domestika.
- Design and Animation for Social Media in After Effects - Happy Motion
- Character Animation in After Effects - Israel Peralta
- After Effects CC from Scratch: Expert in Digital Animation - Israel Peralta
- Advanced After Effects for Animators - Javier Bianchi
- After Effects: 2D Animation of Infographics - Israel Peralta
- Character Animation: Advanced Rigging - Israel Peralta
- Motion Graphics: From Concept to Animation - Jorge R. Canedo E.
- Learning Blender - Auraprods.
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Advanced (C1)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Motion Graphic Designer
VIDS AGENCY
03.2023 - Current
ANIMATOR 2D
ARIGATO STUDIO
02.2020 - Current
Freelance Motion Designer
KAFUNE STUDIO
02.2017 - Current
Associate of Arts - ANIMATION 2D - After Effects
EDUCENTRO
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