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Canadian-trained 3D character animator and Colombian citizen with 6+ years of professional production experience, creating compelling performances, stylized acting, and fluid body mechanics. Proven track record across kids series, shorts, and support pipelines, consistently meeting strict frame quotas in remote environments.…

Paola Abril27

3D Animator, Animator, Character Designer

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Canadian-trained 3D character animator and Colombian citizen with 6+ years of professional production experience, creating compelling performances, stylized acting, and fluid body mechanics. Proven track record across kids series, shorts, and support pipelines, consistently meeting strict frame quotas in remote environments.…

Available to hire

Canadian-trained 3D character animator and Colombian citizen with 6+ years of professional production experience, creating compelling performances, stylized acting, and fluid body mechanics. Proven track record across kids series, shorts, and support pipelines, consistently meeting strict frame quotas in remote environments.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

Dutch

Intermediate

German

Beginner

Japanese

Beginner

Norwegian

Beginner

Work Experience

Remote 3D Character Animator at Kiddigraph

February 1, 2026 - April 1, 2026

Delivered high-quality keyframe animation for character-driven projects under tight production deadlines. Maintained high visual fidelity and asset consistency while adhering strictly to established pipeline guidelines.

3D Character Animator at Marin a Productora

May 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Developed engaging character and creature performances showcasing strong physical weight, balance, and artistic appeal. Collaborated closely with international directors and leads to incorporate feedback quickly and ensure story continuity.

3D Character Animator at iK cartoons

October 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Animated stylized characters for episodic/commercial content while maintaining high frame quotas without sacrificing quality. Polished complex body mechanics shots and facial expressions to elevate overall character performance.

Remote 3D Character Animator (Part-Time Freelance) at Vision Arts Studio

October 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020

Animated dynamic character performance sequences for an independent animated short film pipeline. Managed flexible production hours while delivering high-quality asset interaction and polished performance passes.

3D Character Animator (Part-Time Freelance) at Maneki Studio

October 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019

Contributed to the production of an animated series episode, hitting target milestone deliveries for character performance. Focused on clean facial acting and weight distribution for principal characters under a part-time workflow layout.

Core 3D Character Animator at Insert Coin Studio

August 1, 2019 - November 1, 2023

Contributed as a core animator for over 4 years, delivering key cinematic and gameplay/character animations for major studio projects. Collaborated with cross-functional teams (rigging, layout, lighting) to resolve technical pipeline issues and streamline production. Iterated rapidly on complex multi-character shots based on creative feedback from animation leads.

3D Character Animator at Mompoz t Studio

October 1, 2017 - December 1, 2018

Progressed from a structured internship to a full production animator role by consistently delivering high-quality keyframe animation. Animated stylized 3D characters and props, ensuring clean body mechanics, solid physical timing, and visual appeal.