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Hi, I’m Alfredo C. Coles, a seasoned animator and creative director with over three decades of experience in animation, graphics design, and post-production across the Asia-Pacific region.
I specialize in leading animation teams, coordinating complex shoots, and delivering high-quality TVCs, series, and documentaries. I enjoy mentoring students, building efficient creative processes, and turning bold ideas into compelling on-screen work.
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Work Experience
In House Project Director at Red Door Animation Inc
December 31, 2025 - August 15, 2025Directed internal animation projects overseeing all aspects from pre-production to post-production, managing teams and ensuring timely delivery of quality animation content.
Freelance Animation Artist/Design/Animation and Digital Ink and Paint Supervisor/Project Manager at Singapore/KL/Manila (Freelance)
December 31, 2022 - August 15, 2025Executed freelance assignments in animation design, digital ink and paint supervision, and project management across multiple countries, collaborating with various studios to deliver high-quality animation outputs.
Animation Supervisor and Digital Ink and Paint Supervisor at Infinite Frameworks Batam
December 31, 2017 - August 15, 2025Supervised animation and digital ink & paint production processes, ensuring artistic standards and production schedules were met within the animation studio.
Senior Lecturer/Section Head at School of Design and Media, ITE College Central, Singapore
December 31, 2015 - August 15, 2025Led academic sections and taught advanced animation courses, mentoring students and developing curriculum in animation and design.
Animation Director at Blackmagic Design Pte. Ltd, Singapore
December 31, 2011 - August 15, 2025Directed animation projects overseeing creative and technical teams to produce high-quality animation for various media.
Freelance Animation/Creative Director at Manila, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia (Freelance)
December 31, 2005 - August 15, 2025Provided freelance services in animation and creative direction, leading projects and teams across Southeast Asia in delivering animated content projects.
Operations Manager/Creative Animation Director at Form Toonworks Manila, Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 2001 - August 15, 2025Managed operations and led creative animation direction, overseeing production workflows and quality standards in animation projects.
Operations Manager/Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at VHQ Dimensions Manila, Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 1997 - August 15, 2025Handled operations while contributing as a senior animator and paintbox designer to the production of animated content.
Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at VHQ Video Headquarters, Singapore
December 31, 1994 - August 15, 2025Produced senior-level animation and paintbox design for video projects, enhancing visual quality and artistic detail.
Animator, Animation Supervisor, TVC Animation Director at Animation Syndicate Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 1991 - August 15, 2025Created animations, supervised animation teams, and directed TV commercial animation projects, ensuring creative execution and delivery.
Assistant Animator, Animator, Animation Supervisor, Department Head at Burbank Animation Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 1989 - August 15, 2025Progressed through animation roles from assistant animator to department head, overseeing animation teams and workflows.
In House Project Director at Red Door Animation Inc
January 1, 2023 - PresentLeading and overseeing animation projects in-house, managing teams and project timelines to ensure high-quality animation production from concept to final output.
Freelance Animation Artist/Design/Animation and Digital Ink and Paint Supervisor/Project Manager at Singapore/KL/Manila (Freelance)
December 31, 2022 - August 15, 2025Providing freelance services in animation art, design, digital ink and paint supervision, and project management across clients in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Manila.
Animation Supervisor and Digital Ink and Paint Supervisor at Infinite Frameworks, Batam
December 31, 2017 - August 15, 2025Supervised animation teams and managed digital ink and paint processes, ensuring quality control and efficient production workflows.
Senior Lecturer/Section Head at School of Design and Media, ITE College Central, Singapore
December 31, 2015 - August 15, 2025Led academic section and taught animation-related courses, developing curriculum and mentoring students in animation design and production techniques.
Animation Director at Blackmagic Design Pte. Ltd, Singapore
December 31, 2011 - August 15, 2025Directed animation projects and creative teams, overseeing all aspects from concept to final execution in a corporate design setting.
Freelance Animation/Creative Director at Manila, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia
December 31, 2005 - August 15, 2025Worked as a freelance animation artist and creative director on various animation projects across multiple countries in Southeast Asia.
Operations Manager/Creative Animation Director at Form Toonworks Manila, Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 2001 - August 15, 2025Managed operations and directed creative animation production, ensuring project delivery and team performance.
Operations Manager/Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at VHQ Dimensions Manila, Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 1997 - August 15, 2025Oversaw day-to-day operations, contributed as a senior animator and paintbox designer, supporting animation production pipelines.
Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at VHQ Video Headquarters, Singapore
December 31, 1994 - August 15, 2025Created senior-level animations and paintbox designs for various animation projects.
Animator, Animation Supervisor, TVC Animation Director at Animation Syndicate Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 1991 - August 15, 2025Performed as animator, supervised animation teams, and directed TV commercial animations.
Assistant Animator, Animator, Animation Supervisor, Department Head at Burbank Animation Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 1989 - August 15, 2025Started as assistant animator, progressed to animator, supervisor, and department head responsible for animation production management.
Freelance Animation Artist/Design/Animation and Digital Ink and Paint Supervisor/Project Manager
January 1, 2016 - PresentFreelance role specializing in animation art, design, digital ink and paint supervision, and project management spanning the Singapore and Manila regions. Responsibilities entail managing animation projects, overseeing digital painting processes, and delivering creative artwork.
Senior Lecturer/Section Head at School of Design and Media, ITE College Central, Singapore
December 31, 2015 - August 22, 2025Led academic sections and delivered lectures related to design and media. Responsible for curriculum development, student mentorship, and departmental leadership.
Animation Director at Blackmagic Design Pte. Ltd, Singapore
December 31, 2011 - August 22, 2025Directed animation projects and supervised animation teams to deliver high quality animations, overseeing creative processes and technical performance.
Freelance Animation/Creative Director
December 31, 2005 - August 22, 2025Executed freelance assignments as animation artist and creative director across Manila, Singapore, and Malaysia, managing creative direction and animation production for various projects.
Operations Manager/Creative Animation Director at Toonworks Manila, Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 2001 - August 22, 2025Managed operations and directed creative animation efforts, overseeing project execution, team management, and workflows to ensure successful animation production.
Operations Manager/Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at VHQ Dimensions Manila, Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 1997 - August 22, 2025Managed studio operations while contributing as senior animator and paintbox designer, ensuring efficient production and artistic excellence.
Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at VHQ Video Headquarters, Singapore
December 31, 1994 - August 22, 2025Produced senior-level animation and paintbox design work, contributing to the quality and delivery of animation projects.
Animator, Animation Supervisor, TVC Animation Director at Animation Syndicate Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 1991 - August 22, 2025Performed roles ranging from animator to animation supervisor and TV commercial (TVC) animation director, managing creative process and team performance in commercials production.
Assistant Animator, Animator, Animation Supervisor, Department Head at Burbank Animation Inc., Makati City, Philippines
December 31, 1989 - August 22, 2025Progressed through animation production roles leading to department head, overseeing animation teams and projects with a focus on quality and timely delivery.
Freelance Animation Artist/Design Animation Supervisor at Self-employed
September 1, 2017 - PresentCurrently working as a freelance animation artist and design animation supervisor serving clients in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Manila. Responsible for creating and coordinating animation and graphic design projects across various media including series, commercials, and documentaries.
Animation Supervisor at Infinite Studios Pte. Ltd
August 31, 2017 - September 1, 2025Led animation and graphic design required for animation series, TV commercials, and documentaries. Directed live studio shoots and managed technical animation elements including special effects such as blue/green screen and online editing. Worked closely with shooting boards and scripts to deliver high-quality animation content.
Senior Lecturer/Section Head, School of Design and Media at ITE College Central Singapore
March 31, 2015 - September 1, 2025Managed day-to-day operations of the Digital Animation Section and was involved in curriculum delivery for animation. Oversaw students' holistic learning journey and led industry-relevant projects to bridge education with professional animation standards.
Animation Director at Blackmagic Design Pte. Ltd.
December 31, 2011 - September 1, 2025Directed animation and graphic design work for TV commercials, infomercials, and documentaries. Directed technical aspects of live studio shoots including special effects and online editing. Played a key role in storytelling through animation and graphic execution.
Freelance Animation/Creative Director at Self-employed
December 31, 2005 - September 1, 2025Provided animation and creative direction for TV commercials, infomercials, and animation series across Manila, Singapore, and Malaysia. Directed live shoots and coordinated technical animation and special effects, ensuring consistency with production scripts and storyboards.
Operations Manager / Creative Animation Director at Form Toonworks Manila, Inc.
December 31, 2001 - September 1, 2025Oversaw daily operations of post production facilities, supported human resources, training, and R&D. Directed animation for TV commercials and series. Managed live studio shoot technicalities and coordinated animation styles and techniques.
Operations Manager Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at VHQ Dimensions Manila, Inc.
December 31, 1997 - September 1, 2025Managed post production facility operations including human resources, training, and R&D. Directed live studio shoots and coordinated animation and special effects. Created graphics and executed animation techniques for TV commercials.
Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at Dimensions/Post VHQ Video Headquarters
December 31, 1994 - September 1, 2025Created animation and graphics for TV commercials. Coordinated live studio shoots including special effects and executed animation techniques and styles based on shooting boards and scripts.
Animator, Animation Supervisor / TVC Animation Director at Animation Syndicate Inc.
December 31, 1991 - September 1, 2025Oversaw animation department and output. Directed animation and special effects for TV commercials. Supported human resources and training. Coordinated graphics and animation techniques and ensured adherence to shooting boards and scripts.
Assistant Animator, Animator, Animation Supervisor, Department Head Animation Department at Burbank Animation Inc.
December 31, 1989 - September 1, 2025Led animation department and supported human resources and training. Coordinated animation and special effects for live studio shoots. Directed and executed graphics creation and animation styles.
Freelance Animation Artist/Design Animation Supervisor at Self-employed / Freelance
September 1, 2017 - PresentResponsible for animation/graphics design for animation series, TVCs, and documentaries; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and special effects; understands and executes shooting boards and scripts for animation projects; creates animations/graphics and coordinates techniques and styles.
Animation Supervisor at Infinite Studios Pte. Ltd
August 31, 2017 - September 20, 2025Responsible for animation/graphics design for animation series, TVCs and documentaries; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and special effects; understands and executes shooting boards and scripts; creates animation/graphics and coordinates animation techniques and styles requirements.
Senior Lecturer/Section Head at ITE College Central, School of Design and Media
March 31, 2015 - September 20, 2025Responsible for day-to-day operations of the Digital Animation section; involved in curriculum delivery for animation; manages student holistic learning journey; project head for students’ industry-authentic learning journey.
Animation Director at Blackmagic Design Pte.Ltd
December 31, 2011 - September 20, 2025Responsible for animation/graphics design for TVCs, infomercials and documentaries; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and special EFX; understands and executes shooting boards and scripts for TVCs; creates animation/graphics and coordinates animation techniques and styles.
Freelance Animation/Creative Director at Manila, Philippines / Singapore / Malaysia (Freelance)
December 31, 2005 - September 20, 2025Responsible for animation/graphics design for TVCs, infomercials and animation series; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and special EFX; understands and executes shooting boards and scripts for TVCs; creates animation/graphics and coordinates techniques and styles.
Operations Manager/ Creative Animation Director at Toonworks Manila, Inc.
December 31, 2001 - September 20, 2025Oversee daily operations of the post-production facilities; support HR, training, administration and R&D; responsible for animation for TVCs/series; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and EFX; creates graphics and coordinates animation techniques and styles; understands shooting boards and scripts for TVCs.
Operations Manager Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at VHQ Dimensions Manila, Inc.
December 31, 1997 - September 20, 2025Oversee daily operations of post-production facilities; support HR, training, administration and R&D; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and EFX; create graphics and coordinate animation techniques and styles; understand shooting boards and scripts for TVCs.
Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at Dimensions/Post VHQ Video Headquarters
December 31, 1994 - September 20, 2025Responsible for animation required for TVCs; creates graphics and coordinates animation techniques and styles; involved in live studio shoots; coordinates technicalities required in animation and EFX; understands shooting boards and scripts for TVCs.
Animator, Animation Supervisor/ TVC Animation Director at Animation Syndicate Inc.
December 31, 1991 - September 20, 2025Oversee animation and output of the animation department; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation; creates graphics and coordinates animation techniques and styles; supports HR and training; understands shooting boards and scripts for TVCs.
Assistant Animator, Animator, Animation Supervisor at Burbank Animation Inc.
December 31, 1989 - September 20, 2025Oversee animation and output of the animation department; supports HR and training; involved in live studio shoots and coordinates technicalities required in animation; creates graphics and coordinates animation techniques and styles.
Freelance Animation Artist/Design Animation Supervisor at Self-Employed / Freelance
September 1, 2017 - PresentResponsible for animation and graphics design for animation series, TVCs, and documentaries; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and special effects (blue/green screen, online editing, etc.); understands and executes shooting boards and scripts for animation series, TVCs, documentaries; creates animation/graphics and coordinates techniques and styles to meet project requirements.
Animation Supervisor at Infinite Studios Pte.Ltd
August 31, 2017 - September 20, 2025Led animation and graphics design for assigned projects, coordinating styles and techniques; supervised animation pipelines and post-production workflows; collaborated with clients and internal teams to deliver series and TVCs.
Senior Lecturer/Section Head at ITE College Central, School of Design and Media
March 1, 2015 - September 20, 2025Managed daily operations of the Digital Animation section; delivered curriculum for animation; supported students' holistic learning journey; acted as project head for industry-authentic learning experiences.
Animation Director at Blackmagic Design Pte.Ltd
January 1, 2011 - September 20, 2025Directed animation and graphics for TVCs, infomercials, and documentaries; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and special EFX (blue/green screen, online editing, etc.); planned and executed shooting boards and scripts; coordinated animation techniques and styles.
Freelance Animation/Creative Director at Freelance (Manila, Philippines / Singapore / Malaysia)
January 1, 2005 - September 20, 2025Freelance animation/creative director handling TVCs, infomercials, and animation series across multiple markets; produced graphics and managed live shoots and post-production; created shooting boards and scripts; coordinated various animation styles.
Operations Manager/ Creative Animation Director at Toonworks Manila, Inc.
January 1, 2001 - September 20, 2025Oversee daily operations of the post-production facilities; support HR, training, administration and R&D; responsible for animation required for TVCs/series; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and EFX; create graphics and coordinate animation techniques and styles; understand shooting boards and scripts for TVCs.
Operations Manager Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at VHQ Dimensions Manila, Inc.
January 1, 1997 - September 20, 2025Oversee daily operations of the post-production facilities; support HR, training, administration and R&D; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and EFX; create graphics and coordinate animation techniques and styles; understand shooting boards and scripts for TVC.
Senior Animator/Paintbox Designer at Dimensions/Post VHQ Video Headquarters
January 1, 1994 - September 20, 2025Responsible for animation required for TVC; creates graphics and coordinates animation techniques and styles; involved in live studio shoots; coordinates technical aspects of animation and EFX; understands shooting boards and scripts for TVCs.
Animator, Animation Supervisor/ TVC Animation Director at Animation Syndicate Inc.
January 1, 1991 - September 20, 2025Oversee animation and output of the animation department; involved in live studio shoots and directs technicalities required in animation and EFX; creates graphics and coordinates animation techniques and styles; supports HR and training.
Assistant Animator, Animator, Animation Supervisor at Burbank Animation Inc.
January 1, 1989 - September 20, 2025Oversee animation output of the department; support HR and training; involved in live studio shoots and coordinates technicalities required in animation; creates graphics and coordinates animation techniques and styles.
Education
Bachelor of Fines Arts at University of the Philippines
July 7, 2022 - July 7, 2022Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in Visual Communication at University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
January 1, 1977 - January 1, 1982Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in Visual Communication at College of Fine Arts, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City
January 1, 1977 - January 1, 1982Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in Visual Communication at College of Fine Arts, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
January 1, 1977 - January 1, 1982Bachelor of Fine Arts/Certificate of Fine Arts Major in Visual Communication at University of the Philippines Diliman, College of Fine Arts
January 1, 1977 - December 31, 1982Bachelor of Fine Arts/Certificate of Fine Arts, Major in Visual Communication at College of Fine Arts, University of the Philippines Diliman
January 1, 1977 - January 1, 1982Bachelor of Fine Arts/Certificate of Fine Arts Major in Visual Communication at College of Fine Arts, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
January 1, 1977 - January 1, 1982Qualifications
On the Job Training: Burbank Films Australia, Sydney Australia
September 1, 1982 - December 31, 1982SIGGRAPH Convention Attendance
August 1, 1996 - August 31, 1996Broadcast Asia Convention Attendance
September 1, 1992 - December 31, 1992Broadcast Asia Convention Attendance
September 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993Broadcast Asia Convention Attendance
September 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000Broadcast Asia Convention Attendance
September 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002Broadcast Asia Convention Attendance
September 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004SIGGRAPH Attendance
August 1, 1996 - August 31, 1996Broadcast Asia Attendance
September 1, 1992 - December 31, 1992Broadcast Asia Attendance
September 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993Broadcast Asia Attendance
September 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000Broadcast Asia Attendance
September 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002Broadcast Asia Attendance
September 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004On the Job Training at Burbank Films Australia, Sydney
September 1, 1982 - December 31, 1982SIGGRAPH Conference Attendee
August 1, 1996 - August 31, 1996Broadcast Asia Conference Attendee
September 1, 1992 - September 30, 1992Broadcast Asia Conference Attendee
September 1, 1993 - September 30, 1993Broadcast Asia Conference Attendee
September 1, 2000 - September 30, 2000Broadcast Asia Conference Attendee
September 1, 2002 - September 30, 2002Broadcast Asia Conference Attendee
September 1, 2004 - September 30, 2004On the Job Training - Burbank Films Australia
September 1, 1982 - December 31, 1982Certificate of Fine Arts Major in Visual Communication
January 1, 1977 - December 31, 1982On the Job Training - Burbank Films Australia
September 1, 1982 - December 1, 1982SIGGRAPH Conference Attendee
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996Broadcast Asia Convention Attendee
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1992Broadcast Asia Convention Attendee
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993Broadcast Asia Convention Attendee
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Broadcast Asia Convention Attendee
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002Broadcast Asia Convention Attendee
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other
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