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I'm Masashi Yamamoto, a multidisciplinary animator and filmmaker blending 2D animation, stop-motion, and prop fabrication to bring imaginative worlds to life. I craft detailed visuals and enjoy collaborating across departments to solve creative and technical challenges. I have experience with Bix Pix Entertainment, teaching at Kyoto Seika University, and contributing to independent projects blending experimental animation with character animation and sound design. I’m eager to continue refining my craft and contribute to the animation community.…I'm Masashi Yamamoto, a multidisciplinary animator and filmmaker blending 2D animation, stop-motion, and prop fabrication to bring imaginative worlds to life. I craft detailed visuals and enjoy collaborating across departments to solve creative and technical challenges. I have experience with Bix Pix Entertainment, teaching at Kyoto Seika University, and contributing to independent projects blending experimental animation with character animation and sound design. I’m eager to continue refining my craft and contribute to the animation community.

Masashi Yamamoto

Animator, Filmmaker, Character Designer, +2

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I'm Masashi Yamamoto, a multidisciplinary animator and filmmaker blending 2D animation, stop-motion, and prop fabrication to bring imaginative worlds to life. I craft detailed visuals and enjoy collaborating across departments to solve creative and technical challenges. I have experience with Bix Pix Entertainment, teaching at Kyoto Seika University, and contributing to independent projects blending experimental animation with character animation and sound design. I’m eager to continue refining my craft and contribute to the animation community.…I'm Masashi Yamamoto, a multidisciplinary animator and filmmaker blending 2D animation, stop-motion, and prop fabrication to bring imaginative worlds to life. I craft detailed visuals and enjoy collaborating across departments to solve creative and technical challenges. I have experience with Bix Pix Entertainment, teaching at Kyoto Seika University, and contributing to independent projects blending experimental animation with character animation and sound design. I’m eager to continue refining my craft and contribute to the animation community.

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I’m Masashi Yamamoto, a multidisciplinary animator and filmmaker blending 2D animation, stop-motion, and prop fabrication to bring imaginative worlds to life. I craft detailed visuals and enjoy collaborating across departments to solve creative and technical challenges.

I have experience with Bix Pix Entertainment, teaching at Kyoto Seika University, and contributing to independent projects blending experimental animation with character animation and sound design. I’m eager to continue refining my craft and contribute to the animation community.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Stop Motion Animation

Expert

Adobe After Effects

Expert

3D Design

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Japanese

Fluent

Work Experience

Fabricator/Production Assistant, Art Department at Bix Pix Entertainment

January 1, 2022 - Present

Supported art department fabrication and production; molded props with resins, constructed props and set components, and assisted in set construction and prop production.

Fabrication Trainee, Art Department at Bix Pix Entertainment

January 1, 2021 - Present

Trained in fabrication methods for the art department, including prop molding, set construction, and prop production; gained exposure to 3D printing and cross-department collaboration.

Guest Critique and Lecturer at Kyoto Seika University

January 1, 2023 - Present

Delivered critiques and lectures; contributed to the Shape Island stop-motion series; collaborated with the Art Director on mold making, set and prop production, and 3D printing; provided student feedback and shared educational resources.

Independent Filmmaker / 2D Animator / Stop Motion Fabricator

January 1, 2024 - Present

Independent projects including a short film blending experimental animation with 2D character animation; ongoing production since 2024.

Character Designer at Confidential NDA project

December 31, 2024 - Present

Developing character designs for a distinguished creator in the animation industry under NDA.