Hi, I'm Gabriel Kotaro, a Brazilian 3D character animator based in Salvador. I have a passion for illustration and motion, and I focus on 3D animation to bring characters, props, and creatures to life. I enjoy collaborating on diverse projects and tackling a variety of challenges to grow my animation skills. I'm looking for interesting projects that push me to refine my craft, work with teams, and deliver engaging visuals for series and films. In my free time I explore new tools and techniques in Maya, Blender, and game engines to keep my workflow fresh and efficient.

Gabriel Barbosa

Hi, I'm Gabriel Kotaro, a Brazilian 3D character animator based in Salvador. I have a passion for illustration and motion, and I focus on 3D animation to bring characters, props, and creatures to life. I enjoy collaborating on diverse projects and tackling a variety of challenges to grow my animation skills. I'm looking for interesting projects that push me to refine my craft, work with teams, and deliver engaging visuals for series and films. In my free time I explore new tools and techniques in Maya, Blender, and game engines to keep my workflow fresh and efficient.

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Hi, I’m Gabriel Kotaro, a Brazilian 3D character animator based in Salvador. I have a passion for illustration and motion, and I focus on 3D animation to bring characters, props, and creatures to life. I enjoy collaborating on diverse projects and tackling a variety of challenges to grow my animation skills.

I’m looking for interesting projects that push me to refine my craft, work with teams, and deliver engaging visuals for series and films. In my free time I explore new tools and techniques in Maya, Blender, and game engines to keep my workflow fresh and efficient.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

3D/2D Animator at Mantra Filmes
May 1, 2021 - October 19, 2025
Worked on Pedro and the Secret Stone, a feature film (1h30min), performing 3D/2D animation.
Junior 3D Animator at StudioZ 3D
January 1, 2022 - October 19, 2025
Remote role contributing to the 24-episode animated series Baby Dino, providing 3D animation.
3D Animator at Hype Animation
May 1, 2023 - October 19, 2025
Remote role for the 54-episode animated series Let's Play with Monica's Gang, performing 3D animation.
3D/Animator at StudioZ 3D
January 1, 2022 - October 19, 2025
Remote role on Aba e Sua Banda — Feature Film, 3D Animation.
3D Animator / Lead Animator at Hype Animation
April 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025
Lead animator for Tainá e os Guardiões da Amazônia (Season 2) and Hank: Adventure Island — Animated Series.
3D Animator at Hype Animation
April 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025
3D animator for Hank: Adventure Island — Animated Series.
3D Animator / Lead Animator at Hype Animation
April 1, 2025 - Present
Current role ongoing, continuing 3D animation work.

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Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other