I’m a freelance animator with a focus on 2D animation. I am most familiar with the programs Clip Studio Paint and Adobe After Effects. Over the years, my most notable works include 2 independently made animated short films and an ongoing comic project. I have taught myself the pipeline of animation, with most experience in layouts, illustration and compositing.

Gabriel Zamora

I’m a freelance animator with a focus on 2D animation. I am most familiar with the programs Clip Studio Paint and Adobe After Effects. Over the years, my most notable works include 2 independently made animated short films and an ongoing comic project. I have taught myself the pipeline of animation, with most experience in layouts, illustration and compositing.

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I’m a freelance animator with a focus on 2D animation. I am most familiar with the programs Clip Studio Paint and Adobe After Effects. Over the years, my most notable works include 2 independently made animated short films and an ongoing comic project. I have taught myself the pipeline of animation, with most experience in layouts, illustration and compositing.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Creator & Illustrator at Independent
May 1, 2024 - Present
Authored and illustrated an original manga, overseeing the complete creative lifecycle from world-building and scriptwriting to final sequential art. Illustrated a 500+ page narrative with strong composition, perspective, and dynamic visual storytelling. Designed and iterated a full cast of original characters, producing detailed model sheets, turnarounds, and expression guides primed for 2D animation. Used Clip Studio Paint to produce high-fidelity digital illustrations and layouts meeting print-ready standards.
Director & Animator at Independent
October 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Directed and produced a 6-minute animated short film, managing end-to-end production pipeline from storyboarding to final composite. Performed final compositing and visual effects in Adobe After Effects to bridge the gap between strong drawings and cinematic motion.
Animation Studio Intern at Studio Kinegrafix
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Created 2D character animation and motion graphics using Adobe After Effects, focusing on conveying clear emotional expression and fluid movement. Partnered with senior animators and producers during concept development and storyboarding sessions to help define narrative direction and shot lists.

Education

BA in Visual Arts at University of British Columbia
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2026
High School Diploma at British School Manila
September 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022
Study Abroad Program at University of British Columbia - Tokyo/Kyoto Exchange
May 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services