I’m Pedro du Buf, a creative designer and motion artist with a passion for turning ideas into visually captivating stories. With roots in both Portugal and Switzerland, I bring a multicultural perspective and a calm, thoughtful energy to every project I take on. Creativity, kindness, and professionalism guide everything I do, whether I’m designing for broadcast, brands, or books.…

Pedro J. Dubuf

I’m Pedro du Buf, a creative designer and motion artist with a passion for turning ideas into visually captivating stories. With roots in both Portugal and Switzerland, I bring a multicultural perspective and a calm, thoughtful energy to every project I take on. Creativity, kindness, and professionalism guide everything I do, whether I’m designing for broadcast, brands, or books.…

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I’m Pedro du Buf, a creative designer and motion artist with a passion for turning ideas into visually captivating stories. With roots in both Portugal and Switzerland, I bring a multicultural perspective and a calm, thoughtful energy to every project I take on. Creativity, kindness, and professionalism guide everything I do, whether I’m designing for broadcast, brands, or books.

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Language

English
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Dutch
Fluent
Portuguese
Advanced

Work Experience

Motion Designer / Graphic Animator at DPG Media
April 1, 2024 - September 2, 2025
As lead designer, I created flyers, advertisements, and fully redesigned their website. I learned the importance of clear visual communication and worked closely with local businesses. I maintained a professional and hands-on approach with focus on their vision and audience.
Graphic Designer at Aorubro
August 1, 2019 - September 2, 2025
At Animways, I worked on animation and design projects for various clients including explainers, character animations, and visual branding. My all-round skillset enabled me to switch quickly between creative ideas and technical execution, with a structured approach focused on quality.
Animator & Graphic Designer at Animways
January 1, 2021 - September 2, 2025
I was responsible for various animation and graphic design projects, combining creativity with technical execution and ensuring client satisfaction with a quality-driven mindset.
Freelance Animator at Tigris Media
August 1, 2023 - Present
Produced a full 2-minute explainer animation within two weeks, covering script, storyboard, voice-over hiring, and final editing. My flexibility and organizational skills enabled me to deliver quality, trust, and clear communication throughout the project.
Freelance Animator at Johnny Cachew
August 1, 2020 - Present
In collaboration with author Charles Blount, I developed the full visual concept for the children's book 'How the Horse Ate the Apple'. Responsible for illustrations, character designs, page layouts, and cover. Translated emotional texts into imaginative visual language for children, producing a strong personal and visual result through creative co-development.
Freelance Children's Book Illustrator and Designer at Charles Blount
August 1, 2019 - Present
Created illustrations, character designs, page layouts, and cover artwork for children's books in collaboration with authors.
Motion Designer / Graphic Animator at DPG Media
April 1, 2024 - October 23, 2025
Als hoofdontwerper maakte ik flyers en advertenties en verzorgde ik een volledig hero-ontwerp van de website. Samenwerking met editors en interne teams zorgde voor duidelijke visuele communicatie en efficiënte workflows.
Head Designer / Graphic Designer at Anim Ways
August 1, 2019 - October 23, 2025
Bij Anim Ways werkte ik aan animatie- en designprojecten voor externe klanten. Denk aan explainers, character animations en visuele branding. Door brede vaardigheden kon ik creatieve ideeën snel vertalen naar concrete visuals.
Animator & Graphic Designer at PDB Media
January 1, 2021 - October 23, 2025
Verantwoordelijk voor animatie- en grafisch ontwerpwerkzaamheden; creatieve concepten en communicatie met editors; opbouwen van visuals voor klanten en merken; betrokken bij volledige productie van visuals.
Illustrator & Designer (Children's Books) at Charles Blount (Freelance)
December 31, 2020 - October 23, 2025
Freelance illustrator en designer voor kinderboeken; ontwikkeling van illustraties, coverontwerpen en layout; werken aan concepten en productie van meerdere titels.
Animator at Tigris Media
December 31, 2023 - October 23, 2025
Binnen korte periode maakte ik volledige explainer animaties voor Johnny Cash-ew en werkte aan script, storyboard en voice-over planning; ervaring in snelle productie.
Motion Designer / Graphic Animator at DPG Media
April 20, 2024 - October 23, 2025
As head designer I created flyers, advertisements and delivered a full hero design for the company's website. Gained experience in clear visual communication and worked with local entrepreneurs; consistently professional and hands-on.
Graphic Designer at Aorubro – Graphic Designer
August 2, 2019 - October 23, 2025
Worked on animation and design projects, including explainers, character animations and visual branding; demonstrated versatility with fast, hands-on execution and client-facing collaboration.
Animator at Johnny Cachew
January 1, 2021 - October 23, 2025
In collaboration with author Charles Blount, developed the full visual concept for the children’s book How the Horse Ate the Apple, based on poetic tales of the author’s parents. Responsible for visual concept, illustration, character design, page layout and cover art; ensured motion aligns with the narrative and client vision.
Freelance Animator at Tigris Media
August 2, 2023 - Present
Produced a complete, concise explain­er animation for a sustainable startup within two weeks, from script to storyboard, voice-over and montage. Demonstrated high flexibility and collaboration with teams; delivered engaging visuals aligned with brand.

Education

Bachelordegree at UALG - Algarve
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet

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