I’m a creative leader with 15+ years in digital art, concept development, and visual storytelling. I specialize in 2D/3D workflows, UI, animation, motion graphics, and game production, and I’m passionate about mentoring, building efficient pipelines, and collaborating with clients to deliver standout visuals. I thrive in creative and educational environments, helping teams elevate their craft while delivering engaging experiences for players and learners.

Gary Goncalves

I’m a creative leader with 15+ years in digital art, concept development, and visual storytelling. I specialize in 2D/3D workflows, UI, animation, motion graphics, and game production, and I’m passionate about mentoring, building efficient pipelines, and collaborating with clients to deliver standout visuals. I thrive in creative and educational environments, helping teams elevate their craft while delivering engaging experiences for players and learners.

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I’m a creative leader with 15+ years in digital art, concept development, and visual storytelling. I specialize in 2D/3D workflows, UI, animation, motion graphics, and game production, and I’m passionate about mentoring, building efficient pipelines, and collaborating with clients to deliver standout visuals. I thrive in creative and educational environments, helping teams elevate their craft while delivering engaging experiences for players and learners.

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Work Experience

Freelance Artist — Visual Development / Concept / Illustration at Self-employed
December 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Created concept art, illustrations, animations, and UI assets for games and interactive products. Delivered critiques, paintovers, redlines, and visual development guidance. Worked across multiple art styles and genres; managed client communication and deadlines. Supported art direction, optimized workflows, and mentored artists. Improved pipelines for concept, modeling, animation, and VFX. Produced motion prototypes and visuals for Amazon Glow; collaborated with engineers and designers to iterate on features and UX.
Senior Artist at Age of Learning
December 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Led art for Tripeaks Solitaire, including UI, storyboards, logos, and production assets. Enhanced visual polish and player engagement for new game features. Defined project visual identities and guided outsourced teams.

Education

BFA in Animation and Illustration at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Storyboard Art Mentorship
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education