Adolfo Ruiz
@adolforuiz
Animation director and motion designer delivering polished 2D/3D animated content.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced animation director, motion designer, character animator and illustrator with a long track record creating full-cycle animation projects—from concept and storyboard to design, animation, sound and final delivery. I have led projects for studios, agencies and direct clients, forming and directing teams when required, and I specialize in 2D character animation, motion graphics, animation direction and video production.
I have worked freelance and in-house across many companies and campaigns, contributing to award-winning work including festival selections and motion design prizes. I bring expert skills in After Effects, Animate, Illustrator and Photoshop, strong knowledge of rigging and character animation, and a collaborative approach focused on high-quality, deadline-driven results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Animation Director
Armvisual
Feb 2007 - Present (19 years)
Lead end-to-end production of animation projects including concept, storyboard, design, animation, sound and final delivery for clients and reels; build and lead teams per project since 2007.
Freelance Animator
Various Clients
Mar 1996 - Present (29 years 11 months)
Provided freelance animation, motion design, character animation and illustration services for multiple studios and brands across short-term and recurring projects (1996–present).
Animation Director
Iskra
Dec 1998 - Dec 2012 (14 years)
Served as animation director, animator and illustrator across studio projects, delivering studio work from 1998 to 2012 across multiple formats and commissions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Richard Williams Master
Animation
2001 - 2001
Attended the Richard Williams Master program in May 2001 to June 2001 focused on advanced animation practices.
ESDIP (Escuela de Diseño de Productos)
Animation Course, Animation
1995 - 1997
Completed an animation course at ESDIP between September 1995 and May 1997 focusing on animation techniques.
Complutense University of Madrid
Bachelor of Law, Law
1991 - 1996
Completed a Bachelor of Law at the Complutense University of Madrid from October 1991 to June 1996.
Escuela de Sistemas Informáticos
AutoCAD Course, Computer Aided Design
1988 - 1989
Completed an AutoCAD course at the Escuela de Sistemas Informáticos from September 1988 to June 1989.
The Animation Workshop
Animation
Attended programs or courses at The Animation Workshop (dates not specified).
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
armvisual.comJob categories
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