Hi, I’m Vinicius Ribeiro, a 3D animator based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I specialize in character animation and bring characters to life with expressive timing and solid storytelling. Over the years I’ve collaborated with studios such as Pixel Zoo Animation, Wizart, Lightfarm, Versus and Mighty, delivering character animation work for TV series, Games, and Feature. I enjoy collaborating with teams and learning new tools to push creativity.

Vinicius Ribeiro

Hi, I’m Vinicius Ribeiro, a 3D animator based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I specialize in character animation and bring characters to life with expressive timing and solid storytelling. Over the years I’ve collaborated with studios such as Pixel Zoo Animation, Wizart, Lightfarm, Versus and Mighty, delivering character animation work for TV series, Games, and Feature. I enjoy collaborating with teams and learning new tools to push creativity.

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Hi, I’m Vinicius Ribeiro, a 3D animator based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I specialize in character animation and bring characters to life with expressive timing and solid storytelling.

Over the years I’ve collaborated with studios such as Pixel Zoo Animation, Wizart, Lightfarm, Versus and Mighty, delivering character animation work for TV series, Games, and Feature. I enjoy collaborating with teams and learning new tools to push creativity.

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Language

English
Advanced
Portuguese
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Character Animator at Self-Employed / Freelance
February 1, 2019 - Present
Character animation work for various clients (freelance projects).
Character Animator at Pixel Zoo Animation
April 30, 2021 - June 30, 2025
Character Animator at Wizart
November 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Character Animator at Mighty Studio
September 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Character Animator at Miagui
April 1, 2020 - June 1, 2020
Character Animator at Koi Factory
October 1, 2019 - April 1, 2020
Art Director at Mess Entretenimento
April 1, 2017 - February 1, 2018
Creation of digital and printed pieces aimed at the phonographic market, including social media content and album/single cover artwork.
Designer at Agência Vizu de Comunicação
June 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Animator at 2D Lab
December 31, 2012 - July 31, 2013
Freelance Character Animator at Versus NYC
February 1, 2019 - Present
Freelance character animation work for diverse clients, including social content and promotional materials.
Designer / Anima Wor; ilustraWor 3D at Agência Vizu de Comunicação
June 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Animator at 2D Lab
August 1, 2013 - Present

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Design at Centro Universitário UniCarioca
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Design at Centro Universitário UniCarioca
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Animation School at On Fire - Animation School
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
Animation School at Melies - Animation School
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
Animation School at AZIMUT - RJ
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026

Qualifications

On Fire - Animation School
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
Melies - Animation School
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
AZIMUT - RJ Animation School
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
Marionette - Animation School
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Other