I help tech, finance, and engineering brands explain complex ideas through engaging animated videos. Beyond design, I build motion design systems and workflows that streamline production and guarantee consistent, on-time delivery. I’ve produced animated content for leading global brands such as Accenture, BNP Paribas, HSBC, Standard Chartered, LinkedIn, Grab, Vena Energy, World Organisation for Animal Health, and Zalora.

Charlie Aquino

I help tech, finance, and engineering brands explain complex ideas through engaging animated videos. Beyond design, I build motion design systems and workflows that streamline production and guarantee consistent, on-time delivery. I’ve produced animated content for leading global brands such as Accenture, BNP Paribas, HSBC, Standard Chartered, LinkedIn, Grab, Vena Energy, World Organisation for Animal Health, and Zalora.

Available to hire

I help tech, finance, and engineering brands explain complex ideas through engaging animated videos.

Beyond design, I build motion design systems and workflows that streamline production and guarantee consistent, on-time delivery.

I’ve produced animated content for leading global brands such as Accenture, BNP Paribas, HSBC, Standard Chartered, LinkedIn, Grab, Vena Energy, World Organisation for Animal Health, and Zalora.

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Work Experience

Creative Director & Motion Designer at SophieCreatives Animation Services
January 1, 2010 - Present
Founded and led a remote animation studio, producing 1,000+ animated and explainer videos for global and local clients (e.g., Accenture, Unilever, DOST, Meralco). Built and managed a remote team of scriptwriters, storyboard artists, illustrators, voice talent, and designers; handled client acquisition, proposals, negotiations, and project delivery; achieved profitability within the first year by implementing scalable production systems and continuously exploring AI-assisted workflows.
Motion Designer at 90seconds
January 1, 2017 - Present
Animated and directed 300+ videos for global clients including BNP Paribas, KPMG, LinkedIn, HSBC, Grab, and Zalora; managed client engagement throughout the production process from concept and timelines to feedback and delivery.
Motion Designer, Independent Contractor at Invarosoft
January 1, 2019 - Present
Developed onboarding video templates for SaaS clients and subscribers; managed template customization and fulfillment to meet client branding and onboarding requirements.
Instructor for Motion Design & Video Production at Philippine Center for Creative Imaging
January 1, 2017 - Present
Lead instructor for After Effects, Explainer Video Production, and Social Media Video Content; designed custom curricula for corporate upskilling of TESDA, Henkel, and Finastra.
Instructional Video Animator at SMLP Inc.
January 1, 2021 - Present
Produced, directed, and edited 50+ animated K–12 educational videos covering Math, Science, and English; managed staffing to complete within a tight 2-month timeline.
Motion Designer at Sound United
January 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Produced product launch videos, video ads, and social media content for Definitive Technology subwoofer products; created educational content for Polk Audio to support customer learning and product adoption; collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate complex technical concepts into clear visuals.
Infographic Animator at Schroders Asia Pacific
January 1, 2023 - September 16, 2025
Reduced production lead time by 50% through a motion design framework for monthly infographic production; managed localization and translation into five languages for wider Asia Pacific reach.
Instructional Video Editor and Animator at Kredo Learning
January 1, 2021 - July 30, 2021
Produced, directed, and edited 190+ e-learning videos for Japanese learners; managed staffing and resources to deliver within a 6-month timeline.
Instructional Video Animator at SMLP Inc.
January 1, 2021 - Present
Produced, directed, and edited 50+ animated K–12 educational videos; managed staffing and resources to complete within a tight 2-month timeline.
Motion Designer at Sound United
December 31, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Produced product launch videos, ads, and social content for Definitive Technology; created educational content for Polk Audio to support product adoption; collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate complex concepts into engaging visuals.
Infographic Animator at Schroders Asia Pacific
December 31, 2023 - September 16, 2025
Reduced production lead time by 50% with a motion design framework for monthly infographics; managed localization/translation into five languages for multi-country reach.
Video Content Creator, Independent Contractor at Adagio Teas
December 31, 2016 - September 16, 2025
Produced 50+ animated educational videos for brand education and retail, building an asset library and production system that cut video production time by 30%.

Education

PhD Studies in Environmental Engineering (Coursework) at University of the Philippines
January 1, 2010 - August 1, 2013
MS Environmental Engineering at University of the Philippines
June 1, 1998 - May 31, 2002
BS Chemical Engineering (Cum Laude) at University of the Philippines
June 1, 1993 - April 30, 1997

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Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Consumer Goods, Professional Services