Santiago Garcia

Dynamic Motion Graphics Designer and Animator with 10+ years of experience across creative studios, tech startups, and freelance projects. Highly skilled in 2D/3D animation, Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop), Blender, and across the entire creative production process from conceptualization to final delivery. Extensive experience in creative direction, client collaboration, project management, strategic team management, and mentorship. Fluent in English and Spanish.

Employment and Project Experience
Director and Animator, Rodar Animation Studio
Oct 2022 - Present

• Direct and coordinate animators, overseeing production from concept to delivery, ensuring high-quality deliverables within timelines and budget constraints.
• Develop tailored design and animation proposals, driving client acquisition and satisfaction.
• Provide artistic direction and feedback to clients, fostering a collaborative environment for innovative ideas.

Manager/Animation Lead, Olapic/Social Native
Mar 2017 - Feb 2020

• Lead a team of 10 animators and designers, providing mentorship on industry tools and best practices to foster professional growth and ensure high-quality output.
• Collaborated with clients to produce engaging short-form videos and video templates, managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.
• Leveraged advanced knowledge of platform features and industry best-practices to advise clients on video content optimization for social media platforms.

Animation Generalist, V-Studios
Mar 2014 - Nov 2016

• Directed 3D cameras for architectural visualization projects, enhancing the storytelling and presentation of architectural designs.
• Skillfully animated various elements within 3D scenes, including traffic, crowds, and landscaping, to create realistic and engaging environments that brought static scenes to life.
• Expertly edited final animations to meet client expectations and industry standards.